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: 5h 52m.

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

Turkish Airlines is the most popular carrier operating from Los Angeles to Cape Town Intl

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 58m.

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

Flights via Istanbul (IST) offer the lowest average return price of R27 128.

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

Istanbul (IST) was the most common stop: 75% of momondo users choosing one-stop flights on this route connected there.

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

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

How old do you have to be to fly from 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 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 743 Cheap Flights from Los Angeles to Cape Town in 2026/27

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19:30 - 23:00LAX Los Angeles-CPT Cape Town Intl

41h 30m1 stop Istanbul

17:15 - 10:50CPT Cape Town Intl-LAX Los Angeles

27h 35m1 stop Istanbul

R20 415Turkish Airlines

Thu, Nov 5 - Wed, Nov 18

18:30 - 12:05LAX Los Angeles-CPT Cape Town Intl

31h 35m1 stop Istanbul

17:15 - 10:50CPT Cape Town Intl-LAX Los Angeles

27h 35m1 stop Istanbul

R20 415Turkish Airlines

Fri, Nov 13 - Sun, Nov 22

18:30 - 12:05LAX Los Angeles-CPT Cape Town Intl

31h 35m1 stop Istanbul

17:15 - 10:50CPT Cape Town Intl-LAX Los Angeles

27h 35m1 stop Istanbul

R20 415Turkish Airlines

Mon, Nov 23 - Thu, Dec 3

19:30 - 23:00LAX Los Angeles-CPT Cape Town Intl

41h 30m1 stop Istanbul

17:15 - 16:35CPT Cape Town Intl-LAX Los Angeles

33h 20m1 stop Istanbul

R20 415Turkish Airlines

Sat, Nov 7 - Sun, Nov 22

18:30 - 12:05LAX Los Angeles-CPT Cape Town Intl

31h 35m1 stop Istanbul

17:15 - 10:50CPT Cape Town Intl-LAX Los Angeles

27h 35m1 stop Istanbul

R20 415Turkish Airlines

Tue, Nov 10 - Thu, Dec 17

13:45 - 12:05LAX Los Angeles-CPT Cape Town Intl

36h 20m1 stop Istanbul

17:15 - 10:50CPT Cape Town Intl-LAX Los Angeles

27h 35m1 stop Istanbul

R20 415Turkish Airlines

Wed, Nov 4 - Sun, Nov 15

22:46 - 13:35LAX Los Angeles-CPT Cape Town Intl

52h 49m3 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Victoria Falls

14:25 - 12:20CPT Cape Town Intl-LAX Los Angeles

31h 55m3 stops Victoria Falls Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl

R20 713Kenya Airways

Tue, Nov 3 - Mon, Dec 7

22:46 - 13:35LAX Los Angeles-CPT Cape Town Intl

52h 49m3 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Livingstone

14:25 - 16:06CPT Cape Town Intl-LAX Los Angeles

34h 41m3 stops Livingstone Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl

R20 713Kenya Airways

Mon, Nov 9 - Thu, Apr 29

11:40 - 22:05LAX Los Angeles-CPT Cape Town Intl

48h 25m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

14:25 - 16:06CPT Cape Town Intl-LAX Los Angeles

34h 41m3 stops Livingstone Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl

R20 879Kenya Airways

Mon, Nov 9 - Thu, Apr 29

23:59 - 13:35LAX Los Angeles-CPT Cape Town Intl

51h 36m3 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Livingstone

14:25 - 12:51CPT Cape Town Intl-LAX Los Angeles

32h 26m3 stops Livingstone Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl

R20 879Kenya Airways

Sat, Nov 7 - Sun, Nov 22

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Turkish Airlines flights from Los Angeles to Cape Town

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Turkish Airlines

Nov 4

LAX13:45Los Angeles

36h 20m

1 stop

CPT12:05Cape Town Intl

Nov 15

CPT17:15Cape Town Intl

27h 35m

1 stop

LAX10:50Los Angeles

R20 415

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Nov 5

LAX19:30Los Angeles

41h 30m

1 stop

CPT23:00Cape Town Intl

Nov 17

CPT0:55Cape Town Intl

43h 55m

1 stop

LAX10:50Los Angeles

R20 895

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Nov 7

LAX19:30Los Angeles

41h 30m

1 stop

CPT23:00Cape Town Intl

Nov 22

CPT17:15Cape Town Intl

33h 20m

1 stop

LAX16:35Los Angeles

R21 011

Singapore Airlines flights from Los Angeles to Cape Town

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Singapore Airlines

Feb 12

LAX19:50Los Angeles

51h 35m

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CPT9:25Cape Town Intl

Feb 22

CPT10:40Cape Town Intl

43h 15m

2 stops

LAX19:55Los Angeles

R20 945

Singapore Airlines

Jan 25

LAX22:05Los Angeles

49h 20m

2 stops

CPT9:25Cape Town Intl

Feb 9

CPT10:40Cape Town Intl

43h 15m

2 stops

LAX19:55Los Angeles

R21 359

Singapore Airlines

Jan 25

LAX22:05Los Angeles

49h 20m

2 stops

CPT9:25Cape Town Intl

Feb 9

CPT10:40Cape Town Intl

34h 35m

3 stops

LAX11:15Los Angeles

R21 558

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17:15-16:35

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18:30-12:05

1 stop31h 35m

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17:15-10:50

1 stop27h 35m

R20 415

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Wed 4/11

13:45-12:05

1 stop36h 20m

Cape Town Intl

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17:15-10:50

1 stop27h 35m

R20 415

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22:46-13:35

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Cape Town Intl

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14:25-12:20

3 stops31h 55m

R20 713

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Mon 9/11

22:46-13:35

3 stops52h 49m

Cape Town Intl

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14:25-16:06

3 stops34h 41m

R20 713

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LAX Los Angeles - CPT Cape Town Intl

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Mon 9/11

11:40-22:05

2 stops48h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 29/4

14:25-16:06

3 stops34h 41m

R20 879

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Sat 7/11

23:59-13:35

3 stops51h 36m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 22/11

14:25-12:51

3 stops32h 26m

R20 879

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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 R22 510 to R29 348.
The lowest price recently found on this route was R20 415.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town?

The month of February is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town from Los Angeles, with most prices found around R20 498. If you aren’t able to travel to Cape Town during the month of February, then flying in April is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of R21 127.

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 R25 867 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 R23 445 on momondo.

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

As of October 2026, prices for Los Angeles to Cape Town flights are approximately 23% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Los Angeles to Cape Town

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

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Best price found	R13 743
Fastest flight time	30h 35m
Direct flights	None

The best one-way flight to Cape Town from Los Angeles in the past 72 hours is R13 743. The best return flight deal from Los Angeles to Cape Town found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R20 415.

The fastest flight from Los Angeles to Cape Town takes 30h 35m

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

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Los Angeles to Cape Town

How far is Los Angeles to Cape Town Intl by plane?
Cape Town Intl is 16047,9 km away from Los Angeles. By plane, this route typically takes 30h 35m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Los Angeles Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport?
Prices for flights from Los Angeles Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport were last updated today.
How old do you have to be to fly from 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 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.

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