CA $944 Cheap Flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to Cape Town (CPT)

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Cheap flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to Cape Town (CPT)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at CA $944 for one-way flights and CA $1,150 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

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Flight from Los Angeles to Cape Town (LAX - CPT) route information
Origin airport
Los Angeles Intl.
Destination airport
Cape Town Intl.
Roundtrip price
CA $1,150
Distance
15985 km

Los Angeles to Cape Town Flights

The easy way to book your flights from Los Angeles to Cape Town 

With Expedia, it’s simple to find and book flights to Cape Town from Los Angeles whether you’re traveling for business or pleasure. Enter your travel dates, hit search, and choose your flight from 20 airlines that cover this route. There are nonstop flights to Cape Town Intl., too.  

Choose your preferred carrier and cabin class with the advanced search tool and select your ideal departure time. Then, if you want, you can see just nonstop or refundable flights. And if you’re traveling last minute, just enter the date to check out flights from Los Angeles to Cape Town today, tomorrow, or this week.  

 

Save dollars with cheap flights from Los Angeles Intl., LAX to Cape Town Intl., CPT 

Sort your search results by price to find great deals on your flight from Los Angeles to Cape Town—you get all your cheapest options first. Grab yourself a bargain now—the lowest price on flights to Cape Town from Los Angeles currently is just CA $1,150 rising to CA $1,569.  

Here are more money-saving tips: 

  • Fly in October when flight prices are normally at their lowest 
  • Book about a month to 6 weeks before you travel for the best prices to Cape Town  
  • Avoid peak season and weekends when flights can cost more
  • Early morning and late-night flights are sometimes cheaper, so try varying your travel times 
  • One surefire way to save money on your flight is to book your flight and hotel together with Expedia. Sometimes, the savings are so large that the flight is basically free! 

 

Reasons to choose Expedia for your flight to Cape Town from Los Angeles 

Whatever your destination, budget, or reason to travel, in just one quick search, you can choose from loads of flights, airlines, and cabin classes. The filters make it quick and easy to find your ideal flights, and if you choose one of the flexible options, you won’t be charged to change your flight. So book your flight to Cape Town with Expedia today.

Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from LAX to Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT)?
Round-trip flights between Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) and CPT start from CA $1,150. This price is based on fares listed within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year — book now to avoid missing out. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT)?
This can differ between airlines, as each has its own terms and conditions. Head to the Customer Service Portal, where there are simple instructions on how to cancel your flight online.
How do I find cheap flights from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Cape Town Intl. Airport that have flexible change policies?
Many airlines offer the option to reschedule your flight without a change fee. All you pay is the difference between the original flight and the new flight. When you’re searching for Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Cape Town Intl. Airport flights, you’ll see a “no change fees” filter for you to select.
How far is the flight from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Cape Town Intl. Airport?
Los Angeles to Cape Town is around 16,100 kilometers, so get ready to spend a while in the air. Don’t forget to pack all the essentials, from your eye mask to your earphones. Throw in a few snacks to nibble on throughout your trip too.
Which airlines fly direct from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Cape Town Intl. Airport?
If you want to travel straight from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT), you’ll need to book a flight with one or more stops. Unfortunately, there are no airlines that fly directly between these airports.
Are LAX to CPT flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Last-minute planners can occasionally score a bargain, with some of the cheapest fares from LAX to Cape Town Intl. Airport popping up a few weeks before the date of departure. If you’d rather book ahead of time, Expedia compares and updates the best flight deals continually — as early as a year in advance in some cases. It depends on the carrier though, as not all airlines advertise prices that far in advance.
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