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 47% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to California. Keep in mind that there are 10 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?

Turkish Airlines, Qatar Airways, and Singapore Airlines 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 February 2026, there are 10 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 - 23:35

CPT

LAS

35h 05m

1 stop

7:15 - 19:15

LAS

CPT

27h 00m

1 stop

R14 683Virgin Atlantic

mån, mar 9 - sön, mar 15

21:30 - 23:55

CPT

LAX

35h 25m

1 stop

14:35 - 19:15

LAX

CPT

19h 40m

1 stop

R14 683Virgin Atlantic

sön, mar 8 - sön, mar 22

21:30 - 23:55

CPT

LAX

35h 25m

1 stop

8:25 - 19:15

LAX

CPT

25h 50m

1 stop

R14 731Virgin Atlantic

sön, mar 8 - sön, mar 15

20:50 - 17:27

CPT

LAX

29h 37m

2 stops

0:25 - 17:00

LAX

CPT

31h 35m

2 stops

R14 875United Airlines

sön, mar 8 - lör, mar 21

20:50 - 14:11

CPT

SNA

27h 21m

2 stops

8:00 - 18:00

SNA

CPT

24h 00m

2 stops

R14 923United Airlines

mån, mar 2 - ons, nov 18

20:50 - 13:44

CPT

LAX

26h 54m

2 stops

10:15 - 18:00

LAX

CPT

21h 45m

1 stop

R14 923United Airlines

tis, feb 24 - ons, nov 18

7:55 - 12:50

CPT

SFO

37h 55m

2 stops

16:40 - 5:50

SFO

CPT

28h 10m

1 stop

R16 856Air France

sön, mar 15 - mån, mar 23

7:55 - 18:00

CPT

SFO

43h 05m

1 stop

15:05 - 21:45

SFO

CPT

45h 40m

1 stop

R19 109Air France

sön, mar 29 - sön, apr 5

16:35 - 19:38

CPT

LAS

36h 03m

2 stops

21:00 - 11:50

LAS

CPT

53h 50m

2 stops

R20 898Turkish Airlines

ons, jun 3 - sön, jun 7

7:40 - 16:29

CPT

FAT

41h 49m

2 stops

9:45 - 21:25

FAT

CPT

50h 40m

2 stops

R24 653KLM

mån, mar 30 - mån, apr 6

United Airlines flights from Cape Town to California

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United Airlines

Mar 8

CPT20:50Cape Town Intl

29h 37m

2 stops

LAX17:27Los Angeles

Mar 21

LAX0:25Los Angeles

31h 35m

2 stops

CPT17:00Cape Town Intl

R14 875

United Airlines

Feb 24

CPT20:50Cape Town Intl

26h 54m

2 stops

LAX13:44Los Angeles

Nov 18

LAX10:15Los Angeles

21h 45m

1 stop

CPT18:00Cape Town Intl

R14 923

United Airlines

May 7

CPT19:50Cape Town Intl

26h 53m

2 stops

LAX13:43Los Angeles

May 26

LAX19:14Los Angeles

59h 06m

2 stops

CPT15:20Cape Town Intl

R14 939

KLM flights from Cape Town to California

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KLM

May 7

CPT14:00Cape Town Intl

30h 40m

2 stops

LAX11:40Los Angeles

May 26

LAX13:50Los Angeles

22h 35m

1 stop

CPT21:25Cape Town Intl

R16 121

KLM

May 7

CPT14:00Cape Town Intl

30h 40m

2 stops

LAX11:40Los Angeles

May 26

LAX13:50Los Angeles

22h 35m

1 stop

CPT21:25Cape Town Intl

R16 185

KLM

May 8

CPT7:40Cape Town Intl

40h 05m

1 stop

LAX14:45Los Angeles

May 29

LAX16:45Los Angeles

43h 40m

1 stop

CPT21:25Cape Town Intl

R16 792

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CPT - LAS

CPTLAS

Cape Town Intl

mån 9/3

21:30-23:35

1 stop35h 05m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

sön 15/3

7:15-19:15

1 stop27h 00m

R14 683

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

sön 8/3

21:30-23:55

1 stop35h 25m

Los Angeles

sön 22/3

14:35-19:15

1 stop19h 40m

R14 683

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

sön 8/3

21:30-23:55

1 stop35h 25m

Los Angeles

sön 15/3

8:25-19:15

1 stop25h 50m

R14 731

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

sön 8/3

20:50-17:27

2 stops29h 37m

Los Angeles

lör 21/3

0:25-17:00

2 stops31h 35m

R14 875

Cape TownSanta Ana

CPT - SNA

CPTSNA

Cape Town Intl

mån 2/3

20:50-14:11

2 stops27h 21m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

ons 18/11

8:00-18:00

2 stops24h 00m

R14 923

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

tis 24/2

20:50-13:44

2 stops26h 54m

Los Angeles

ons 18/11

10:15-18:00

1 stop21h 45m

R14 923

Cape TownSan Francisco

CPT - SFO

CPTSFO

Cape Town Intl

sön 15/3

7:55-12:50

2 stops37h 55m

San Francisco

mån 23/3

16:40-5:50

1 stop28h 10m

R16 856

Cape TownSan Francisco

CPT - SFO

CPTSFO

Cape Town Intl

sön 29/3

7:55-18:00

1 stop43h 05m

San Francisco

sön 5/4

15:05-21:45

1 stop45h 40m

R19 109

Cape TownLas Vegas

CPT - LAS

CPTLAS

Cape Town Intl

ons 3/6

16:35-19:38

2 stops36h 03m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

sön 7/6

21:00-11:50

2 stops53h 50m

R20 898

Cape TownFresno

CPT - FAT

CPTFAT

Cape Town Intl

mån 30/3

7:40-16:29

2 stops41h 49m

Fresno Airterminal

mån 6/4

9:45-21:25

2 stops50h 40m

R24 653

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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 R15 322. If you’re not able to fly to California in February, then March is your next best option. Flight prices from Cape Town to California during March average around R15 498.

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 R17 644 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 377 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.

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Fastest flight time	22h 47m
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The fastest flight from Cape Town to California takes 22h 47m

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 February 2026, there are 10 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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Virgin Atlantic	PriceFrom R14 096	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,5 678 reviews	Search Virgin Atlantic flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom R14 594	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 9 292 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
SWISS	PriceFrom R15 058	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,6 1 872 reviews	Search SWISS flights
KLM	PriceFrom R15 188	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,7 1 454 reviews	Search KLM flights
Delta	PriceFrom R15 316	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,9 8 200 reviews	Search Delta flights
Air France	PriceFrom R15 445	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 1 534 reviews	Search Air France flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R16 859	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 4 216 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
British Airways	PriceFrom R17 535	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,7 7 739 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R17 777	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 734 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Emirates	PriceFrom R18 624	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 3 516 reviews	Search Emirates flights

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