Which airlines fly to California?

United Airlines, Virgin Atlantic and KLM 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 9 different airlines that fly to California on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

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

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 March 2026, there are 9 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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20:05 - 23:55

CPT

LAX

36h 50m

1 stop

12:30 - 17:50

LAX

CPT

20h 20m

1 stop

R15 164Virgin Atlantic

Sun, Apr 19 - Sat, May 2

20:05 - 20:24

CPT

SFO

33h 19m

1 stop

6:00 - 17:50

SFO

CPT

26h 50m

1 stop

R15 180Virgin Atlantic

Sun, Apr 19 - Sat, May 2

20:00 - 14:23

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LAX

27h 23m

2 stops

19:45 - 15:20

LAX

CPT

34h 35m

2 stops

R15 263United Airlines

Sun, Apr 26 - Sun, May 24

20:00 - 15:03

CPT

LAX

28h 03m

2 stops

8:15 - 15:20

LAX

CPT

22h 05m

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R15 330United Airlines

Fri, May 1 - Thu, Aug 13

20:05 - 20:45

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SAN

33h 40m

2 stops

6:15 - 21:25

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30h 10m

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R16 326Delta

Tue, Apr 28 - Wed, May 27

7:40 - 11:50

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37h 10m

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13:40 - 21:25

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22h 45m

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R16 376Delta

Wed, Apr 29 - Sat, May 23

7:40 - 11:50

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37h 10m

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13:40 - 9:45

SAN

CPT

35h 05m

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R16 841KLM

Wed, Apr 22 - Tue, May 19

23:45 - 15:35

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LAS

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20:25 - 21:25

LAS

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40h 00m

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R17 090KLM

Fri, May 1 - Fri, May 22

13:00 - 18:11

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SJC

38h 11m

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10:57 - 11:30

SJC

CPT

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R28 799Qatar Airways

Sun, Apr 19 - Sat, May 2

9:00 - 13:12

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SJC

37h 12m

3 stops

14:02 - 11:30

SJC

CPT

36h 28m

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R29 680Qatar Airways

Mon, Apr 20 - Mon, Apr 27

Virgin Atlantic flights from Cape Town to California

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Virgin Atlantic

Apr 19

CPT20:05Cape Town Intl

36h 50m

1 stop

LAX23:55Los Angeles Los Angeles

May 2

LAX12:30Los Angeles Los Angeles

20h 20m

1 stop

CPT17:50Cape Town Intl

R15 164

Virgin Atlantic

Apr 19

CPT20:05Cape Town Intl

33h 19m

1 stop

SFO20:24San Francisco

May 2

SFO6:00San Francisco

26h 50m

1 stop

CPT17:50Cape Town Intl

R15 180

Virgin Atlantic

Apr 17

CPT20:25Cape Town Intl

25h 45m

1 stop

LAX13:10Los Angeles Los Angeles

Apr 24

LAX14:40Los Angeles Los Angeles

42h 10m

1 stop

CPT17:50Cape Town Intl

R15 645

SWISS flights from Cape Town to California

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SWISS

Apr 27

CPT19:50Cape Town Intl

25h 25m

1 stop

LAX12:15Los Angeles Los Angeles

May 26

LAX19:35Los Angeles Los Angeles

40h 20m

1 stop

CPT20:55Cape Town Intl

R16 243

SWISS

Apr 28

CPT20:00Cape Town Intl

33h 45m

1 stop

LAX20:45Los Angeles Los Angeles

May 26

LAX19:35Los Angeles Los Angeles

40h 20m

1 stop

CPT20:55Cape Town Intl

R16 310

SWISS

Apr 28

CPT20:00Cape Town Intl

26h 01m

2 stops

LAX13:01Los Angeles Los Angeles

May 26

LAX19:35Los Angeles Los Angeles

36h 10m

2 stops

CPT16:45Cape Town Intl

R16 575

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20:05-20:24

1 stop33h 19m

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1 stop26h 50m

R15 180

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

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Cape Town Intl

Sun 26/4

20:00-14:23

2 stops27h 23m

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2 stops34h 35m

R15 263

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CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Fri 1/5

20:00-15:03

2 stops28h 03m

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1 stop22h 05m

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1 stop37h 10m

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13:40-21:25

1 stop22h 45m

R16 376

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CPTSAN

Cape Town Intl

Wed 22/4

7:40-11:50

1 stop37h 10m

San Diego

Tue 19/5

13:40-9:45

2 stops35h 05m

R16 841

Cape TownLas Vegas

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CPTLAS

Cape Town Intl

Fri 1/5

23:45-15:35

1 stop24h 50m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

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20:25-21:25

1 stop40h 00m

R17 090

Cape TownSan Jose

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Cape Town Intl

Sun 19/4

13:00-18:11

2 stops38h 11m

San Jose

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2 stops39h 33m

R28 799

Cape TownSan Jose

CPT - SJC

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Cape Town Intl

Mon 20/4

9:00-13:12

3 stops37h 12m

San Jose

Mon 27/4

14:02-11:30

2 stops36h 28m

R29 680

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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 March 2026, there are 9 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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Virgin Atlantic	PriceFrom R14 653	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,5 680 reviews	Search Virgin Atlantic flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom R15 292	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 9 405 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
KLM	PriceFrom R15 891	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,8 1 467 reviews	Search KLM flights
Air France	PriceFrom R16 122	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 1 543 reviews	Search Air France flights
Delta	PriceFrom R16 199	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,9 8 269 reviews	Search Delta flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R16 516	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 4 248 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
British Airways	PriceFrom R18 228	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,7 7 779 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R18 479	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 743 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Emirates	PriceFrom R19 360	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 3 540 reviews	Search Emirates flights

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