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

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Popular airlines from Los Angeles Intl. (LAX) to Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT)

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

Prices were available within the past 7 days for one-way flights and round trip tickets for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Singapore Airlines
Thu, 25 Dec - Sat, 3 Jan
LAX
Los Angeles
CPT
Cape Town
AU$4,223 Return, found 5 days ago
AU$4,223
Return
found 5 days ago
Select Singapore Airlines flight, departing Thu, 25 Dec from Los Angeles to Cape Town, returning Sat, 3 Jan, priced at AU$4,223 found 5 days ago
Singapore Airlines
Thu, 25 Dec - Sat, 3 Jan
LAX
Los Angeles
CPT
Cape Town
AU$4,361 Return, found 5 days ago
AU$4,361
Return
found 5 days ago
Select Singapore Airlines flight, departing Thu, 25 Dec from Los Angeles to Cape Town, returning Sat, 3 Jan, priced at AU$4,361 found 5 days ago
Turkish Airlines
Thu, 25 Dec - Sat, 3 Jan
LAX
Los Angeles
CPT
Cape Town
AU$4,655 Return, found 5 days ago
AU$4,655
Return
found 5 days ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Thu, 25 Dec from Los Angeles to Cape Town, returning Sat, 3 Jan, priced at AU$4,655 found 5 days ago
British Airways
Thu, 25 Dec - Sat, 3 Jan
LAX
Los Angeles
CPT
Cape Town
AU$5,136 Return, found 5 days ago
AU$5,136
Return
found 5 days ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Thu, 25 Dec from Los Angeles to Cape Town, returning Sat, 3 Jan, priced at AU$5,136 found 5 days ago

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

January is typically the cheapest month to fly

From AU$801 - AU$3,383 per traveller.

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 AU$4,223. 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 kilometres, 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.

Travel information

Origin airport
Los Angeles Intl.
Destination airport
Cape Town Intl.
Return price
AU$4,223
Distance
15985 km

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