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Cheap flights from Cape Town to California from R11 746

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United Airlines Logo
20:50 - 11:25CPT-LAX
24h 35m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
8:45 - 16:10LAX-CPT
22h 25m2 stops
R16 582United Airlines
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Fri, Jan 16 - Sat, Mar 14
Delta Logo
23:10 - 14:40CPT-SFO
25h 30m1 stop
Delta Logo
13:41 - 12:05SFO-CPT
36h 24m2 stops
R16 599Delta
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Thu, Feb 19 - Sat, Feb 28
Virgin Atlantic Logo
21:30 - 20:50CPT-SFO
33h 20m1 stop
Virgin Atlantic Logo
6:00 - 19:15SFO-CPT
27h 15m1 stop
R18 057Virgin Atlantic
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Thu, Dec 25 - Thu, Jan 1
Virgin Atlantic Logo
20:50 - 14:35CPT-LAX
27h 45m1 stop
Virgin Atlantic Logo
22:30 - 12:05LAX-CPT
27h 35m1 stop
R18 331Virgin Atlantic
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Wed, Dec 24 - Wed, Dec 31
Turkish Airlines Logo
17:15 - 11:05CPT-SFO
27h 50m1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
18:50 - 11:50SFO-CPT
31h 00m1 stop
R19 103Turkish Airlines
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Fri, Feb 20 - Wed, Feb 25
Turkish Airlines Logo
17:15 - 16:45CPT-SFO
33h 30m1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
18:50 - 11:50SFO-CPT
31h 00m1 stop
R19 600Turkish Airlines
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Thu, Feb 19 - Sat, Feb 28
British Airways Logo
20:45 - 16:10CPT-SAN
29h 25m1 stop
British Airways Logo
18:00 - 17:20SAN-CPT
37h 20m2 stops
R20 303British Airways
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Thu, Feb 5 - Mon, Feb 9
British Airways Logo
20:45 - 21:58CPT-SAN
35h 13m2 stops
British Airways Logo
18:00 - 17:20SAN-CPT
37h 20m2 stops
R20 423British Airways
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Thu, Feb 5 - Mon, Feb 9
Qatar Airways Logo
12:35 - 17:09CPT-SJC
38h 34m2 stops
Qatar Airways Logo
8:00 - 10:30SJC-CPT
40h 30m2 stops
R30 626Qatar Airways
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Thu, Feb 19 - Sat, Feb 28
Qatar Airways Logo
12:35 - 0:14CPT-ONT
45h 39m2 stops
Qatar Airways Logo
6:00 - 10:30ONT-CPT
42h 30m2 stops
R35 668Qatar Airways
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Sun, Dec 21 - Thu, Jan 1

United Airlines flights from Cape Town to California

Our best United Airlines deals on Cape Town to California flight tickets
United Airlines
Jan 16
CPT20:50Cape Town Intl
24h 35m
1 stop
LAX11:25Los Angeles
Mar 14
LAX8:45Los Angeles
22h 25m
2 stops
CPT16:10Cape Town Intl
R16 582
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United Airlines
Nov 13
CPT20:50Cape Town Intl
31h 00m
2 stops
SFO17:50San Francisco
Nov 27
SFO5:00San Francisco
25h 10m
2 stops
CPT16:10Cape Town Intl
R16 634
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United Airlines
Nov 17
CPT20:50Cape Town Intl
26h 15m
2 stops
LAX13:05Los Angeles
Dec 1
LAX23:20Los Angeles
32h 40m
2 stops
CPT18:00Cape Town Intl
R16 651
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Air France flights from Cape Town to California

Our best Air France deals on Cape Town to California flight tickets
Air France
Jan 14
CPT15:20Cape Town Intl
31h 50m
2 stops
LAX13:10Los Angeles
Mar 16
LAX19:20Los Angeles
25h 30m
1 stop
CPT5:50Cape Town Intl
R18 880
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Air France
Dec 25
CPT7:55Cape Town Intl
39h 15m
1 stop
LAX13:10Los Angeles
Jan 1
LAX15:25Los Angeles
28h 25m
1 stop
CPT5:50Cape Town Intl
R20 955
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Cape Town to California that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 13 550 searches. Data last updated 12 November 2025.
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Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Fri 16/1

20:50-11:25

1 stop24h 35m

Los Angeles

Sat 14/3

8:45-16:10

2 stops22h 25m

R16 582

Cape TownSan Francisco

CPT - SFO

CPTSFO

Cape Town Intl

Thu 19/2

23:10-14:40

1 stop25h 30m

San Francisco

Sat 28/2

13:41-12:05

2 stops36h 24m

R16 599

Cape TownSan Francisco

CPT - SFO

CPTSFO

Cape Town Intl

Thu 25/12

21:30-20:50

1 stop33h 20m

San Francisco

Thu 1/1

6:00-19:15

1 stop27h 15m

R18 057

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Wed 24/12

20:50-14:35

1 stop27h 45m

Los Angeles

Wed 31/12

22:30-12:05

1 stop27h 35m

R18 331

Cape TownSan Francisco

CPT - SFO

CPTSFO

Cape Town Intl

Fri 20/2

17:15-11:05

1 stop27h 50m

San Francisco

Wed 25/2

18:50-11:50

1 stop31h 00m

R19 103

Cape TownSan Francisco

CPT - SFO

CPTSFO

Cape Town Intl

Thu 19/2

17:15-16:45

1 stop33h 30m

San Francisco

Sat 28/2

18:50-11:50

1 stop31h 00m

R19 600

Cape TownSan Diego

CPT - SAN

CPTSAN

Cape Town Intl

Thu 5/2

20:45-16:10

1 stop29h 25m

San Diego

Mon 9/2

18:00-17:20

2 stops37h 20m

R20 303

Cape TownSan Diego

CPT - SAN

CPTSAN

Cape Town Intl

Thu 5/2

20:45-21:58

2 stops35h 13m

San Diego

Mon 9/2

18:00-17:20

2 stops37h 20m

R20 423

Cape TownSan Jose

CPT - SJC

CPTSJC

Cape Town Intl

Thu 19/2

12:35-17:09

2 stops38h 34m

San Jose

Sat 28/2

8:00-10:30

2 stops40h 30m

R30 626

Cape TownOntario

CPT - ONT

CPTONT

Cape Town Intl

Sun 21/12

12:35-0:14

2 stops45h 39m

Ontario

Thu 1/1

6:00-10:30

2 stops42h 30m

R35 668

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Cape Town to California

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What is the cheapest month to fly to California?

The month of February is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to California from Cape Town, with most prices found around R16 514. If you’re not able to fly to California in February, then October is your next best option. Flight prices from Cape Town to California during October average around R16 959.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to California?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to California is on a Monday when prices can be found for as low as R19 091. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. Flights from Cape Town to California on a Saturday will generally be more expensive and average around R21 124. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to California?

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to California is in the morning. Flights from Cape Town to California during this time can be as low as R16 470. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying at midday when prices are R23 058 on average. Flights to California from Cape Town at midday are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travellers’ schedules.

How far in advance should I book a flight to California?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to California from Cape Town when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to California for around R19 430 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to California from Cape Town for as low as R17 131 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on Cape Town to California flights?

You could potentially save up to 10% on your flight if you consider stops on a Cape Town to California flight.

Cheap Cape Town to California flight deals and tips

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  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to California?

    Prices for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to California were last updated today.

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from Cape Town Intl Airport to California?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Cape Town Intl Airport to California.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to California?

    The necessary travel and health documents for your California trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Cape Town to California

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Rating
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LufthansaPriceFrom R11 257Free CancellationRating
6,8
7 570 reviews
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SWISSPriceFrom R15 473Free CancellationRating
7,5
1 784 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom R15 668Free CancellationRating
7,4
9 016 reviews
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Virgin AtlanticPriceFrom R15 731Free CancellationRating
7,5
673 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom R15 867Free CancellationRating
7,9
8 009 reviews
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Air FrancePriceFrom R16 091Free CancellationRating
7,4
1 486 reviews
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KLMPriceFrom R16 108Free CancellationRating
7,7
1 410 reviews
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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom R18 094Free CancellationRating
7,3
4 044 reviews
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Singapore AirlinesPriceFrom R18 352Free CancellationRating
8,1
1 400 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom R18 422Free CancellationRating
7,4
3 660 reviews
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Flights from Cape Town to California with flexible booking policies can be found by using the search form above and then selecting our dedicated flexible booking filter, which will highlight only the flights where this policy is applied.

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