Which stopover airport has the shortest connection time from Cape Town to Los Angeles?

Atlanta (ATL) has the shortest average stopover time for this route: 3h 26m.

Which stopover airport has the shortest travel time from Cape Town to Los Angeles?

Flights connecting via London (LHR) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 25h 33m.

Which airlines fly to Los Angeles?

United Airlines, Virgin Atlantic and KLM are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles. Keep in mind that there are 9 different airlines that fly to Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles Los Angeles?

KLM, United Airlines, and Delta are the most popular carriers operating from Cape Town Intl to Los Angeles Los Angeles

Which airport is the most popular for stopovers for flights between Cape Town and Los Angeles?

London (LHR) was the most common stop: 33% of momondo users choosing one-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which stopover airport offers the lowest fares from Cape Town to Los Angeles?

Flights via Atlanta (ATL) offer the lowest average return price of R15 343.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Los Angeles Los Angeles Airport?

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

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

There are 9 operators available for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Los Angeles Los Angeles Airport as of July 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from Cape Town Intl Airport to Los Angeles Los Angeles Airport?

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 Los Angeles Los Angeles Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Los Angeles Los Angeles Airport?

The required travel and health documents for your Los Angeles Los Angeles Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Los Angeles Los Angeles Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

R10 432 Cheap Flights from Cape Town to Los Angeles in 2026

Q: What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Cape Town and Los Angeles?

Prices are currently typical for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from R15 899 to R24 449. The lowest price recently found on this route was R16 386.

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21:30 - 15:20

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R16 386United Airlines

Fri, Sep 18 - Sun, Oct 4

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R16 418United Airlines

Tue, Oct 27 - Thu, Nov 12

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R16 467United Airlines

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R16 483United Airlines

Tue, Oct 27 - Thu, Nov 12

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R16 500United Airlines

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R16 532Delta

Fri, Aug 21 - Sat, Sep 5

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R17 116KLM

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KLM flights from Cape Town to Los Angeles

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KLM

Sept 18

CPT7:40Cape Town Intl

40h 05m

1 stop

LAX14:45Los Angeles Los Angeles

Jan 18

LAX13:45Los Angeles Los Angeles

22h 55m

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CPT22:40Cape Town Intl

R17 002

KLM

Sept 1

CPT23:15Cape Town Intl

24h 30m

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LAX14:45Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sept 15

LAX16:45Los Angeles Los Angeles

43h 40m

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CPT21:25Cape Town Intl

R17 035

KLM

Sept 5

CPT23:15Cape Town Intl

24h 30m

1 stop

LAX14:45Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sept 16

LAX17:05Los Angeles Los Angeles

27h 45m

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CPT5:50Cape Town Intl

R17 116

United Airlines flights from Cape Town to Los Angeles

Our best United Airlines deals on Cape Town to Los Angeles flight tickets

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Jul 9

CPT19:50Cape Town Intl

31h 52m

1 stop

LAX18:42Los Angeles Los Angeles

Jul 22

LAX5:00Los Angeles Los Angeles

27h 10m

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CPT17:10Cape Town Intl

R16 289

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Sept 18

CPT20:00Cape Town Intl

44h 30m

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LAX7:30Los Angeles Los Angeles

Oct 4

LAX21:30Los Angeles Los Angeles

32h 50m

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CPT15:20Cape Town Intl

R16 386

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Oct 27

CPT20:50Cape Town Intl

32h 40m

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LAX20:30Los Angeles Los Angeles

Nov 12

LAX8:17Los Angeles Los Angeles

21h 53m

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CPT16:10Cape Town Intl

R16 402

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Cape Town and Los Angeles?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Los Angeles?

In general, November is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Los Angeles. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around R15 753. If you don’t want to visit Los Angeles in November, then you should wait until February to fly from Cape Town, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of R15 915.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Cape Town to Los Angeles?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Los Angeles from Cape Town when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Los Angeles for around R17 984 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Los Angeles from Cape Town for as low as R14 715 on momondo.

How have Cape Town to Los Angeles flight prices changed over time?

As of July 2026, prices for Cape Town to Los Angeles flights are approximately 11% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Cape Town to Los Angeles

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Cape Town to Los Angeles according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.

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The fastest flight from Cape Town to Los Angeles takes 24h 30m

There are no direct flights from Cape Town to Los Angeles. There are no popular flight routes from Cape Town to Los Angeles.

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Cape Town to Los Angeles

How far is Cape Town Intl to Los Angeles Los Angeles by plane?
Cape Town Intl and Los Angeles Los Angeles are 16047,9 km apart from one another. Flights usually cover this in 24h 30m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Los Angeles Los Angeles Airport?
Prices for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Los Angeles Los Angeles Airport were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Los Angeles Los Angeles Airport?
There are 9 operators available for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Los Angeles Los Angeles Airport as of July 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Cape Town Intl Airport to Los Angeles Los Angeles Airport?
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 Los Angeles Los Angeles Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Los Angeles Los Angeles Airport?
The required travel and health documents for your Los Angeles Los Angeles Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Los Angeles Los Angeles Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular airline from Cape Town to Los Angeles?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Cape Town and Los Angeles, the leading airline is United Airlines, making up 36% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include Virgin Atlantic with 21%, KLM with 14%, and Qatar Airways with 8%.

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Delta	PriceFrom R13 064	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,8 8 452 reviews	Search Delta flights
Virgin Atlantic	PriceFrom R14 257	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,5 691 reviews	Search Virgin Atlantic flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom R14 924	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 9 933 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
KLM	PriceFrom R15 605	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,8 1 534 reviews	Search KLM flights
Air France	PriceFrom R16 010	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,5 1 620 reviews	Search Air France flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R16 728	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 4 438 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
British Airways	PriceFrom R17 819	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,7 8 094 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R18 824	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 3 744 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Emirates	PriceFrom R21 614	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 3 607 reviews	Search Emirates flights

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