CA $1,124 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 $1,124 for one-way flights and CA $1,439 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

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Find the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles (LAX) to Cape Town (CPT)

January is typically the cheapest month to fly

From CA $690 - CA $3,006 per traveller.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

Flight from Los Angeles to Cape Town (LAX - CPT) route information
Origin airport
Los Angeles Intl.
Destination airport
Cape Town Intl.
Airlines serving
Air France, American Airlines, British Airways, Delta, Emirates, Iberia, KLM, Lufthansa, Qatar Airways, Singapore Airlines, Swiss International Air Lines, Turkish Airlines, United, Virgin Atlantic
Roundtrip price
CA $1,438
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 $1,439 rising to CA $1,716.  

Here are more money-saving tips: 

  • Fly in September 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 Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT)?
Within the past 7 days on Expedia, for flights departing within the next year, the lowest price available for a round-trip flight from LAX to Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) was CA $1,439. Fares this good don't wait forever, so make sure you book yours today. 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)?
Most flights can be cancelled online, but each airline has different terms and conditions. If you do need to cancel your flight, go to our Customer Service Portal and follow the instructions.
How do I find cheap flights from LAX to CPT that have flexible change policies?
Flights from LAX to Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) offering flexible change policies are available from several carriers. Simply use our "No change fees" filter while searching. You'll only need to cover the cost difference between the two flights, with no extra fees to worry about.
How many hours is the flight from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Cape Town Intl. Airport?
It takes about 22 hours and 6 minutes to travel from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Cape Town Intl. Airport. If you'd like to catch up on lost sleep, bring your neck pillow, an eye mask and some earplugs.
How far is the flight from LAX to Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT)?
Los Angeles to Cape Town is around 16,100 kilometres, so be prepared to spend a while in the air. Don't forget to pack all the essentials, from your eye mask to your earphones. Toss in a couple of snacks to nibble on throughout your flight too.
Which airlines fly direct from LAX to CPT?
There are no direct flights, so you'll need to make at least one stop between LAX and Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT). Make the most of the layover time to stretch your legs and grab a coffee.
Are Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Cape Town Intl. Airport flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Booking last minute from LAX to Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) can be hit-or-miss. It is possible to score a bargain, but you could also miss out completely! If you'd prefer to start planning your trip early, Expedia compares flight deals up to a year in advance. Just keep in mind that not all airlines list their prices so far in advance. Our top tip? Check back often as updates are made regularly.

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