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Cheap flights from Cape Town to California from R11 478

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Virgin Atlantic Logo
21:30 - 20:25CPT-SFO
32h 55m1 stop
Virgin Atlantic Logo
14:05 - 19:15SFO-CPT
43h 10m1 stop
R15 144Virgin Atlantic
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Mon, Jan 19 - Sun, Feb 1
Virgin Atlantic Logo
21:30 - 20:25CPT-SFO
32h 55m1 stop
Virgin Atlantic Logo
14:05 - 19:15SFO-CPT
43h 10m1 stop
R15 178Virgin Atlantic
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Mon, Jan 19 - Sun, Feb 1
Delta Logo
20:50 - 14:40CPT-SFO
27h 50m1 stop
Delta Logo
16:03 - 12:05SFO-CPT
34h 02m2 stops
R16 548Delta
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Mon, Jan 19 - Sun, Feb 1
United Airlines Logo
20:50 - 15:27CPT-SFO
28h 37m2 stops
United Airlines Logo
8:25 - 16:10SFO-CPT
21h 45m1 stop
R16 600United Airlines
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Sat, Feb 7 - Sat, Feb 21
United Airlines Logo
20:50 - 17:32CPT-LAX
30h 42m2 stops
United Airlines Logo
5:50 - 16:10LAX-CPT
24h 20m2 stops
R16 600United Airlines
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Wed, Dec 17 - Thu, Jan 29
British Airways Logo
18:50 - 21:57CPT-FAT
36h 07m2 stops
British Airways Logo
13:13 - 11:00FAT-CPT
36h 47m2 stops
R20 112British Airways
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Wed, May 13 - Sun, May 17
British Airways Logo
18:50 - 21:57CPT-FAT
36h 07m2 stops
British Airways Logo
13:13 - 11:00FAT-CPT
36h 47m2 stops
R20 163British Airways
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Wed, May 13 - Sun, May 17
KLM Logo
7:55 - 16:29CPT-FAT
42h 34m2 stops
KLM Logo
12:20 - 21:25FAT-CPT
48h 05m2 stops
R24 412KLM
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Fri, Feb 6 - Sat, Mar 28
Qatar Airways Logo
18:55 - 23:56CPT-ONT
39h 01m2 stops
Qatar Airways Logo
11:53 - 10:30ONT-CPT
36h 37m2 stops
R29 825Qatar Airways
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Wed, Jan 14 - Wed, Jan 21
Qatar Airways Logo
18:55 - 23:56CPT-ONT
39h 01m2 stops
Qatar Airways Logo
11:53 - 10:30ONT-CPT
36h 37m2 stops
R29 979Qatar Airways
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SWISS flights from Cape Town to California

Our best SWISS deals on Cape Town to California flight tickets
SWISS
Jan 14
CPT9:25Cape Town Intl
41h 10m
1 stop
LAX16:35Los Angeles
Jan 23
LAX19:10Los Angeles
26h 20m
1 stop
CPT7:30Cape Town Intl
R18 895
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SWISS
Jan 14
CPT9:25Cape Town Intl
41h 10m
1 stop
LAX16:35Los Angeles
Jan 23
LAX19:10Los Angeles
26h 20m
1 stop
CPT7:30Cape Town Intl
R19 032
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KLM flights from Cape Town to California

Our best KLM deals on Cape Town to California flight tickets
KLM
Dec 2
CPT23:45Cape Town Intl
46h 00m
1 stop
LAX11:45Los Angeles
Dec 11
LAX17:45Los Angeles
26h 05m
1 stop
CPT5:50Cape Town Intl
R17 011
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KLM
Dec 2
CPT23:45Cape Town Intl
46h 00m
1 stop
LAX11:45Los Angeles
Dec 11
LAX17:45Los Angeles
26h 05m
1 stop
CPT5:50Cape Town Intl
R17 028
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KLM
Dec 2
CPT23:45Cape Town Intl
46h 00m
1 stop
LAX11:45Los Angeles
Dec 11
LAX17:45Los Angeles
26h 05m
1 stop
CPT5:50Cape Town Intl
R17 045
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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 29 November 2025.
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Price

Cape TownSan Francisco

CPT - SFO

CPTSFO

Cape Town Intl

Mon 19/1

21:30-20:25

1 stop32h 55m

San Francisco

Sun 1/2

14:05-19:15

1 stop43h 10m

R15 144

Cape TownSan Francisco

CPT - SFO

CPTSFO

Cape Town Intl

Mon 19/1

21:30-20:25

1 stop32h 55m

San Francisco

Sun 1/2

14:05-19:15

1 stop43h 10m

R15 178

Cape TownSan Francisco

CPT - SFO

CPTSFO

Cape Town Intl

Mon 19/1

20:50-14:40

1 stop27h 50m

San Francisco

Sun 1/2

16:03-12:05

2 stops34h 02m

R16 548

Cape TownSan Francisco

CPT - SFO

CPTSFO

Cape Town Intl

Sat 7/2

20:50-15:27

2 stops28h 37m

San Francisco

Sat 21/2

8:25-16:10

1 stop21h 45m

R16 600

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Wed 17/12

20:50-17:32

2 stops30h 42m

Los Angeles

Thu 29/1

5:50-16:10

2 stops24h 20m

R16 600

Cape TownFresno

CPT - FAT

CPTFAT

Cape Town Intl

Wed 13/5

18:50-21:57

2 stops36h 07m

Fresno Airterminal

Sun 17/5

13:13-11:00

2 stops36h 47m

R20 112

Cape TownFresno

CPT - FAT

CPTFAT

Cape Town Intl

Wed 13/5

18:50-21:57

2 stops36h 07m

Fresno Airterminal

Sun 17/5

13:13-11:00

2 stops36h 47m

R20 163

Cape TownFresno

CPT - FAT

CPTFAT

Cape Town Intl

Fri 6/2

7:55-16:29

2 stops42h 34m

Fresno Airterminal

Sat 28/3

12:20-21:25

2 stops48h 05m

R24 412

Cape TownOntario

CPT - ONT

CPTONT

Cape Town Intl

Wed 14/1

18:55-23:56

2 stops39h 01m

Ontario

Wed 21/1

11:53-10:30

2 stops36h 37m

R29 825

Cape TownOntario

CPT - ONT

CPTONT

Cape Town Intl

Wed 14/1

18:55-23:56

2 stops39h 01m

Ontario

Wed 21/1

11:53-10:30

2 stops36h 37m

R29 979

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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 497. If you’re not able to fly to California in February, then November is your next best option. Flight prices from Cape Town to California during November average around R16 668.

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 072. 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 103. 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 454. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying at midday when prices are R23 035 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 368 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 114 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

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Cape Town to California

Fastest flight time

24h 01m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Cape Town to California takes 24h 01m
There are no direct flights from Cape Town to California. There are no popular flight routes from Cape Town to California.
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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 246Free CancellationRating
6,8
7 597 reviews
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SWISSPriceFrom R15 458Free CancellationRating
7,5
1 797 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom R15 640Free CancellationRating
7,4
9 058 reviews
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Virgin AtlanticPriceFrom R15 708Free CancellationRating
7,5
675 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom R15 851Free CancellationRating
7,9
8 011 reviews
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Air FrancePriceFrom R16 075Free CancellationRating
7,4
1 500 reviews
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KLMPriceFrom R16 092Free CancellationRating
7,7
1 423 reviews
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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom R18 076Free CancellationRating
7,3
4 069 reviews
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Singapore AirlinesPriceFrom R18 333Free CancellationRating
8,1
1 411 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom R18 930Free CancellationRating
6,7
7 546 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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