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

Flights connecting via Istanbul (IST) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 30h 40m.

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

Istanbul (IST) has the shortest average stopover time for this route: 4h 58m.

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

SWISS, Turkish Airlines, and Qatar Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Los Angeles Los Angeles to Cape Town Intl

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

Flights via Istanbul (IST) offer the lowest average return price of R28 030.

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

Istanbul (IST) was the most common stop: 67% of momondo users choosing one-stop flights on this route connected there.

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

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

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

As of May 2026, there is 1 operator available to choose from for flights from Los Angeles Los Angeles Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport.

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

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Los Angeles Los Angeles Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cape Town Intl Airport?

The necessary travel and health documents for your Cape Town Intl Airport 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.

R13 598 Cheap Flights from Los Angeles to Cape Town in 2026

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

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from R30 005 to R22 499. The lowest price recently found on this route was R26 737.

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18:10 - 11:00

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31h 50m

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18:50 - 14:55

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29h 05m

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R26 737Iberia

Sat, Sep 19 - Wed, Sep 30

19:30 - 13:10

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13:15 - 17:38

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37h 23m

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R26 753Qatar Airways

Wed, Jun 10 - Tue, Jun 30

7:00 - 13:10

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45h 10m

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19:30 - 14:00

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LAX

27h 30m

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R26 819Qatar Airways

Mon, Jun 8 - Mon, Jun 15

20:10 - 11:50

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R26 835Turkish Airlines

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16:20 - 14:35

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37h 15m

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Tue, Jun 30 - Tue, Jul 14

10:20 - 11:00

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18:50 - 19:47

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33h 57m

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R26 868Iberia

Tue, May 26 - Wed, Jun 3

12:55 - 11:00

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18:50 - 17:08

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R26 884Iberia

Wed, Sep 9 - Mon, Sep 14

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15:20 - 14:00

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R26 917Qatar Airways

Wed, Sep 2 - Fri, Sep 18

0:10 - 15:20

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R26 934United Airlines

Wed, Sep 2 - Tue, Sep 8

16:20 - 10:15

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15:20 - 14:00

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31h 40m

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R26 967Qatar Airways

Sat, Aug 8 - Wed, Aug 19

Turkish Airlines flights from Los Angeles to Cape Town

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May 17

LAX20:10Los Angeles Los Angeles

30h 40m

1 stop

CPT11:50Cape Town Intl

Jun 9

CPT16:35Cape Town Intl

28h 05m

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LAX11:40Los Angeles Los Angeles

R26 769

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Jun 15

LAX20:10Los Angeles Los Angeles

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CPT11:50Cape Town Intl

Jun 23

CPT16:35Cape Town Intl

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LAX13:25Los Angeles Los Angeles

R26 835

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May 16

LAX20:10Los Angeles Los Angeles

30h 40m

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CPT11:50Cape Town Intl

Jun 9

CPT16:35Cape Town Intl

28h 05m

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LAX11:40Los Angeles Los Angeles

R27 246

Qatar Airways flights from Los Angeles to Cape Town

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Qatar Airways

Jun 10

LAX19:30Los Angeles Los Angeles

32h 40m

1 stop

CPT13:10Cape Town Intl

Jun 30

CPT13:15Cape Town Intl

37h 23m

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LAX17:38Los Angeles Los Angeles

R26 753

Qatar Airways

Jun 8

LAX7:00Los Angeles Los Angeles

45h 10m

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CPT13:10Cape Town Intl

Jun 15

CPT19:30Cape Town Intl

27h 30m

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LAX14:00Los Angeles Los Angeles

R26 819

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Jun 30

LAX16:20Los Angeles Los Angeles

37h 15m

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CPT14:35Cape Town Intl

Jul 14

CPT13:15Cape Town Intl

33h 45m

1 stop

LAX14:00Los Angeles Los Angeles

R26 852

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R26 868

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R26 934

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

What is the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town?

The month of October is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town from Los Angeles, with most prices found around R19 264. If you aren’t able to travel to Cape Town during the month of October, then flying in February is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of R19 560.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Cape Town from Los Angeles when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Cape Town for around R22 840 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Cape Town from Los Angeles for as low as R19 051 on momondo.

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

As of May 2026, prices for Los Angeles to Cape Town flights are approximately 17% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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The fastest flight from Los Angeles to Cape Town takes 29h 15m

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Los Angeles to Cape Town

How far is Los Angeles Los Angeles to Cape Town Intl by plane?
Cape Town Intl is 16047,9 km away from Los Angeles Los Angeles. By plane, this route typically takes 29h 15m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Los Angeles Los Angeles Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport?
Prices for flights from Los Angeles Los Angeles Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Los Angeles Los Angeles Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport?
As of May 2026, there is 1 operator available to choose from for flights from Los Angeles Los Angeles Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from Los Angeles Los Angeles Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Los Angeles Los Angeles Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cape Town Intl Airport?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Cape Town Intl Airport 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.
What is the most popular airline from Los Angeles to Cape Town?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Los Angeles and Cape Town, the leading airline is United Airlines, making up 100% of the total bookings.

Best airlines flying from Los Angeles to Cape Town

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United Airlines	PriceFrom R21 864	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 9 701 reviews		Search United Airlines flights

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