What is the cheapest airline that flies from Cape Town Intl to California?

Qatar Airways, Turkish Airlines, and Singapore Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Cape Town Intl to California

Which airlines fly to California?

United Airlines, KLM and Virgin Atlantic are the top three most popular airlines that fly to California from Cape Town according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 46% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to California. Keep in mind that there are 12 different airlines that fly to California on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to California?

As of December 2025, there are 12 operators available to choose from for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to California.

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.

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21:30 - 22:45

CPT

SAN

35h 15m1 stop

8:05 - 19:15

SAN

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25h 10m1 stop

R15 022Virgin Atlantic

Sun, Feb 1 - Sun, Feb 8

21:30 - 17:55

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30h 25m1 stop

12:20 - 19:15

LAX

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20h 55m1 stop

R15 173Virgin Atlantic

Mon, Jan 19 - Sun, Feb 1

20:50 - 17:20

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30h 30m2 stops

0:55 - 18:00

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31h 05m2 stops

R16 345United Airlines

Tue, Jan 13 - Mon, Jan 19

20:50 - 15:35

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28h 45m2 stops

8:35 - 18:00

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23h 25m2 stops

R16 362United Airlines

Thu, Jan 22 - Wed, Feb 4

17:15 - 11:05

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13:10 - 11:50

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36h 40m1 stop

R18 572Turkish Airlines

Sat, Jan 31 - Sat, Feb 7

17:15 - 16:45

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33h 30m1 stop

18:50 - 11:50

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R18 974Turkish Airlines

Thu, Feb 12 - Mon, Feb 16

18:55 - 16:10

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18:00 - 17:20

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R19 795British Airways

Fri, Feb 13 - Tue, Feb 17

18:55 - 16:10

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18:00 - 14:35

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Fri, Feb 13 - Tue, Feb 17

8:00 - 11:50

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37h 50m1 stop

8:00 - 21:55

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27h 55m2 stops

R20 314KLM

Sat, Jan 31 - Sat, Feb 7

23:45 - 21:05

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ONT

31h 20m2 stops

7:00 - 21:25

ONT

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29h 25m2 stops

R39 640KLM

Sun, Jan 11 - Tue, Jun 23

SWISS flights from Cape Town to California

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SWISS

Feb 11

CPT9:25Cape Town Intl

41h 10m

1 stop

LAX16:35Los Angeles

Feb 23

LAX19:10Los Angeles

26h 20m

1 stop

CPT7:30Cape Town Intl

R16 178

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SWISS

Feb 11

CPT9:25Cape Town Intl

41h 10m

1 stop

LAX16:35Los Angeles

Feb 25

LAX19:10Los Angeles

26h 20m

1 stop

CPT7:30Cape Town Intl

R16 211

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SWISS

Feb 11

CPT9:25Cape Town Intl

43h 20m

2 stops

LAX18:45Los Angeles

Feb 24

LAX11:35Los Angeles

37h 15m

2 stops

CPT10:50Cape Town Intl

R16 881

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United Airlines

Jan 13

CPT20:50Cape Town Intl

30h 30m

2 stops

LAX17:20Los Angeles

Jan 19

LAX0:55Los Angeles

31h 05m

2 stops

CPT18:00Cape Town Intl

R16 345

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Jan 19

CPT20:50Cape Town Intl

32h 19m

1 stop

LAX19:09Los Angeles

Feb 1

LAX5:00Los Angeles

27h 00m

2 stops

CPT18:00Cape Town Intl

R16 362

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Feb 1

CPT20:50Cape Town Intl

26h 40m

2 stops

LAX13:30Los Angeles

Feb 8

LAX5:50Los Angeles

26h 10m

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CPT18:00Cape Town Intl

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1 stop25h 10m

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21:30-17:55

1 stop30h 25m

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1 stop20h 55m

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20:50-17:20

2 stops30h 30m

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0:55-18:00

2 stops31h 05m

R16 345

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CPTSFO

Cape Town Intl

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20:50-15:35

2 stops28h 45m

San Francisco

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8:35-18:00

2 stops23h 25m

R16 362

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17:15-11:05

1 stop27h 50m

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1 stop31h 15m

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2 stops37h 20m

R19 795

Cape TownSan Diego

CPT - SAN

CPTSAN

Cape Town Intl

Fri 13/2

18:55-16:10

1 stop31h 15m

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R19 812

Cape TownSan Francisco

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CPTSFO

Cape Town Intl

Sat 31/1

8:00-11:50

1 stop37h 50m

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R20 314

Cape TownOntario

CPT - ONT

CPTONT

Cape Town Intl

Sun 11/1

23:45-21:05

2 stops31h 20m

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Tue 23/6

7:00-21:25

2 stops29h 25m

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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 261. 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 278.

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 R18 645. 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 R20 630. 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 085. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying at midday when prices are R22 519 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 R18 794 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 R16 730 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 7% on your flight if you consider stops on a Cape Town to California flight.

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Fastest flight time	24h 30m
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The fastest flight from Cape Town to California takes 24h 30m

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.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to California?
As of December 2025, there are 12 operators available to choose from for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to California.
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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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Lufthansa	PriceFrom R10 994	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,8 7 637 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
SWISS	PriceFrom R15 111	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,5 1 817 reviews	Search SWISS flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom R15 292	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 9 095 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Virgin Atlantic	PriceFrom R15 312	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,5 675 reviews	Search Virgin Atlantic flights
Delta	PriceFrom R15 496	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,9 8 009 reviews	Search Delta flights
Air France	PriceFrom R15 715	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 1 508 reviews	Search Air France flights
KLM	PriceFrom R15 731	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,7 1 428 reviews	Search KLM flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R17 671	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 4 105 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom R17 923	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 1 414 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
British Airways	PriceFrom R18 506	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,7 7 589 reviews	Search British Airways flights

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