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 offers the lowest fares from Los Angeles to Cape Town?

Flights via Istanbul (IST) offer the lowest average return price of R27 840.

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.

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.

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

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 408 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 R29 826 to R24 272. The lowest price recently found on this route was R20 798.

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49h 20m

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10:40 - 18:10

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41h 30m

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R20 798Singapore Airlines

Sat, Nov 21 - Thu, Dec 3

22:59 - 13:35

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32h 09m

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R20 928Kenya Airways

Mon, Nov 2 - Tue, Nov 10

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51h 35m

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10:40 - 19:55

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43h 15m

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R20 944Singapore Airlines

Fri, Nov 20 - Thu, Dec 3

22:59 - 13:35

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R20 961Kenya Airways

Mon, Oct 26 - Mon, Nov 9

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R21 238Multiple Airlines

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R21 254Singapore Airlines

Tue, Nov 3 - Tue, Nov 17

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R21 711SWISS

Sun, Nov 22 - Sun, Nov 29

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R22 217Multiple Airlines

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R22 331Singapore Airlines

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R22 412Singapore Airlines

Fri, Nov 20 - Sat, Nov 28

Turkish Airlines flights from Los Angeles to Cape Town

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Turkish Airlines

Nov 2

LAX19:30Los Angeles Los Angeles

30h 35m

1 stop

CPT12:05Cape Town Intl

Nov 10

CPT17:20Cape Town Intl

33h 15m

1 stop

LAX16:35Los Angeles Los Angeles

R23 946

Turkish Airlines

Nov 2

LAX19:45Los Angeles Los Angeles

30h 05m

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CPT11:50Cape Town Intl

Nov 10

CPT17:15Cape Town Intl

33h 35m

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LAX16:50Los Angeles Los Angeles

R24 027

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Jun 8

LAX13:25Los Angeles Los Angeles

37h 25m

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CPT11:50Cape Town Intl

Jun 26

CPT16:35Cape Town Intl

28h 05m

1 stop

LAX11:40Los Angeles Los Angeles

R28 170

Qatar Airways flights from Los Angeles to Cape Town

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Qatar Airways

Sept 3

LAX16:20Los Angeles Los Angeles

32h 55m

1 stop

CPT10:15Cape Town Intl

Sept 13

CPT18:25Cape Town Intl

52h 35m

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LAX14:00Los Angeles Los Angeles

R23 554

Qatar Airways

Sept 3

LAX16:20Los Angeles Los Angeles

32h 55m

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CPT10:15Cape Town Intl

Sept 13

CPT15:20Cape Town Intl

55h 40m

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LAX14:00Los Angeles Los Angeles

R23 571

Qatar Airways

Oct 22

LAX16:20Los Angeles Los Angeles

32h 55m

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CPT10:15Cape Town Intl

Nov 6

CPT14:00Cape Town Intl

32h 50m

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LAX12:50Los Angeles Los Angeles

R23 815

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R22 412

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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 134. 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 427.

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 649 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 R18 922 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 18% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Fastest flight time	22h 35m
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The fastest flight from Los Angeles to Cape Town takes 22h 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 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 22h 35m.
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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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
United Airlines	PriceFrom R21 716	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 9 749 reviews		Search United Airlines flights

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