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 for one-way flights and round trip tickets for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Turkish Airlines
Mon, 17 Nov - Tue, 2 Dec
LAX
Los Angeles
CPT
Cape Town
AU$1,686 Return, found 13 hours ago
AU$1,686
Return
found 13 hours ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Mon, 17 Nov from Los Angeles to Cape Town, returning Tue, 2 Dec, priced at AU$1,686 found 13 hours ago
Turkish Airlines
Thu, 6 Nov - Tue, 11 Nov
LAX
Los Angeles
CPT
Cape Town
AU$1,743 Return, found 1 day ago
AU$1,743
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Thu, 6 Nov from Los Angeles to Cape Town, returning Tue, 11 Nov, priced at AU$1,743 found 1 day ago
Turkish Airlines
Thu, 6 Nov - Mon, 10 Nov
LAX
Los Angeles
CPT
Cape Town
AU$1,789 Return, found 1 day ago
AU$1,789
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Thu, 6 Nov from Los Angeles to Cape Town, returning Mon, 10 Nov, priced at AU$1,789 found 1 day ago
Turkish Airlines
Thu, 6 Nov - Sun, 9 Nov
LAX
Los Angeles
CPT
Cape Town
AU$1,835 Return, found 1 day ago
AU$1,835
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Thu, 6 Nov from Los Angeles to Cape Town, returning Sun, 9 Nov, priced at AU$1,835 found 1 day ago
Turkish Airlines
Mon, 17 Nov - Tue, 2 Dec
LAX
Los Angeles
CPT
Cape Town
AU$1,838 Return, found 13 hours ago
AU$1,838
Return
found 13 hours ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Mon, 17 Nov from Los Angeles to Cape Town, returning Tue, 2 Dec, priced at AU$1,838 found 13 hours ago
Turkish Airlines
Tue, 4 Nov - Tue, 11 Nov
LAX
Los Angeles
CPT
Cape Town
AU$1,843 Return, found 1 day ago
AU$1,843
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Tue, 4 Nov from Los Angeles to Cape Town, returning Tue, 11 Nov, priced at AU$1,843 found 1 day ago
American Airlines
Tue, 4 Nov - Tue, 11 Nov
LAX
Los Angeles
CPT
Cape Town
AU$1,883 Return, found 1 day ago
AU$1,883
Return
found 1 day ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, 4 Nov from Los Angeles to Cape Town, returning Tue, 11 Nov, priced at AU$1,883 found 1 day ago
Delta
Tue, 4 Nov - Tue, 11 Nov
LAX
Los Angeles
CPT
Cape Town
AU$1,914 Return, found 1 day ago
AU$1,914
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Delta flight, departing Tue, 4 Nov from Los Angeles to Cape Town, returning Tue, 11 Nov, priced at AU$1,914 found 1 day ago
British Airways
Mon, 17 Nov - Tue, 2 Dec
LAX
Los Angeles
CPT
Cape Town
AU$1,960 Return, found 13 hours ago
AU$1,960
Return
found 13 hours ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Mon, 17 Nov from Los Angeles to Cape Town, returning Tue, 2 Dec, priced at AU$1,960 found 13 hours ago
KLM
Mon, 17 Nov - Tue, 2 Dec
LAX
Los Angeles
CPT
Cape Town
AU$1,980 Return, found 13 hours ago
AU$1,980
Return
found 13 hours ago
Select KLM flight, departing Mon, 17 Nov from Los Angeles to Cape Town, returning Tue, 2 Dec, priced at AU$1,980 found 13 hours 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.
Flight from Los Angeles to Cape Town route information
Origin airport
Los Angeles Intl.
Destination airport
Cape Town Intl.
Airlines serving
American Airlines, British Airways, Delta, Emirates, Ethiopian Airlines, Iberia, KLM, Lufthansa, Qatar Airways, Turkish Airlines, United
Return price
AU$1,685
Distance
15985 km

Your quick guide to flights from Los Angeles to Cape Town

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From the great flight deals with prices currently ranging from AU$1,686 to AU$1,980, you can choose to see the cheapest flights first. Generally, you can book the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Cape Town around 4 to 6 weeks in advance. If your travel dates are flexible, try to avoid weekends and peak seasons – when you are more likely to grab the lowest prices. Even last minute, there are some impressive deals. The cheapest time to fly to Cape Town is normally in November.

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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$1,686. 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.

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