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November 17 - November 24

Cheapest

Best

LAX - Cape Town

$1,166

$1,291

Round trip

November 10 - November 17

LAX - Cape Town

$1,167

$1,311

Round trip

November 2 - November 10

LAX - Cape Town

$1,178

$1,317

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September 15 - September 22

LAX - Cape Town

$1,165

$1,321

Round trip

September 10 - September 26

LAX - Cape Town

$1,132

$1,331

Round trip

October 10 - October 24

LAX - Cape Town

$1,258

$1,375

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October 22 - October 29

LAX - Cape Town

$1,259

$1,384

Round trip

September 21 - September 28

LAX - Cape Town

$1,169

$1,387

Round trip

September 1 - September 30

Earliest

LAX - Cape Town

$1,104

$1,390

Round trip

December 8 - December 15

LAX - Cape Town

$1,355

$1,390

Round trip

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Insights for flights from Los Angeles to Cape Town

Flights from Los Angeles to Cape Town cover a substantial distance of 16,080 km, classifying this as a long-haul journey. This significant distance means travelers should anticipate longer travel times and typically higher fares compared to shorter routes. Given the extensive travel involved, planning ahead for cheap flights from Los Angeles to Cape Town can help secure more favorable pricing.

Right now, fares for this route are significantly above the typical level. Prices for flights from Los Angeles to Cape Town typically range from $966–$1,656, with a median of $1,168. Currently, 0% of recent fares are classified as a good price, indicating that finding a bargain may require patience or flexible travel dates. New deals for this route show up several times a week, so setting up a price alert could be beneficial.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Los Angeles to Cape Town? The data indicates that February is typically the most affordable month, with a median fare of $929. Following closely, November also offers competitive prices, with a median of $966. April is another good option for budget-conscious travelers, showing a median fare of $969.

Most itineraries for flights from Los Angeles to Cape Town connect at least once, as 0% of recent fares are non-stop. When connections are necessary, travelers can expect a median of 2 stopovers. This means that direct flights from Los Angeles to Cape Town are not typically available, and itineraries will involve at least one intermediate stop.

How long is the flight from Los Angeles to Cape Town? A typical journey, including connections, takes approximately 35h 35m. This duration reflects the long-haul nature of the route and the necessity of connecting flights. Travelers should factor in this extensive travel time when planning their trip.

How much is a round trip from Los Angeles to Cape Town

Regular price: $1,058 - $1,398

Prices for flights from Los Angeles to Cape Town are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is between $1058 and $1398. The current lowest deal is $1291 with Singapore Airlines, for travel from November 17 to November 24.

now $1,291

Low $1,058

High $1,398

The cheapest time to fly from Los Angeles to Cape Town

The cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Cape Town is February, with a median price of $929. The most expensive month is July, with a median price of $2113. Generally, prices are lower from January to December.

February

Cheapest

Flights from $929

July

Most Expensive

Flights from $2,113

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Direct flights from Los Angeles to Cape Town

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Last-minute flights going from Los Angeles to Cape Town

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Cape Town

Los Angeles (LAX) - Cape Town (CPT)

Qatar Airways

$1,269

$1,681

One-way

Sun, Jun 21

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Cape Town

Los Angeles (LAX) - Cape Town (CPT)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

$1,268

$1,633

One-way

Tue, Jun 30

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Cape Town

Los Angeles (LAX) - Cape Town (CPT)

United Airlines

$1,224

$1,564

One-way

Wed, Jul 1

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Cape Town

Los Angeles (LAX) - Cape Town (CPT)

United Airlines

$1,125

$1,571

One-way

Thu, Jul 2

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Cape Town

Los Angeles (LAX) - Cape Town (CPT)

United Airlines

$1,131

$1,570

One-way

Thu, Jul 2

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Cape Town

Los Angeles (LAX) - Cape Town (CPT)

KLM

$1,098

$1,580

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Los Angeles to Cape Town

7 nights

Dec 8 - Dec 15

$1,355 → $1,390

14 nights

Dec 1 - Dec 15

$1,367 → $1,482

14 nights

Oct 10 - Oct 24

$1,258 → $1,375

15 nights

Dec 1 - Dec 16

$1,365 → $1,482

Popular Airports to fly from Los Angeles to Cape Town

Los Angeles - Cape Town route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Los Angeles to Cape Town are above the typical level, with a median of $1168.

📅 Best time to fly

February is historically the cheapest month to fly

Historically, February is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $929.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights are typically 35h 35m with 2+ stopovers

Flights from Los Angeles to Cape Town typically take 35h 35m, with two or more stopovers.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant for this route

This route is dominated by connecting flights, with no direct flights available historically.

🏆 Airline highlight

Singapore Airlines offers a recent deal for $1291

A recent deal from Singapore Airlines for $1291 is available for November 17-November 24.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly, about 0.4 times per day

Deals for flights from Los Angeles to Cape Town appear regularly, about 0.4 times per day.

Los Angeles main airports to depart from

Los Angeles International (LAX)

Cheapest

Los Angeles International is a key departure point for flights to Cape Town, offering competitive pricing.

📍 ~20 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1291

Cape Town main airports to arrive at

Cape Town International (CPT)

Cheapest

Cape Town International Airport is the primary airport for flights arriving in Cape Town from Los Angeles.

📍 ~17 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1291

Airports nearby Cape Town used as alternative

Cape Town International (CPT)

Cheapest

Cape Town International is the primary international airport for Cape Town, offering extensive flight networks.

📍 ~20 km from destination city (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1291

George (GRJ)

George is the nearest regional alternative, with reliable domestic connections to major South African hubs.

📍 ~365 km from destination city (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1459

Port Elizabeth (PLZ)

Port Elizabeth is a major regional hub that can serve as a secondary backup for the Eastern Cape region.

📍 ~660 km from destination city (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1599

Upington (UTN)

Upington is an alternative regional strip in the Northern Cape, but it is extremely remote.

📍 ~850 km from destination city (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1803

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$5,281

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$7,291

$5,567

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$7,271

$5,589

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$5,703

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$5,703

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$5,703

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$5,720

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$5,871

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$7,241

$5,853

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$5,870

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$5,871

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$6,029

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Cape Town

To find cheaper flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Using flight comparison sites can help you compare prices across various airlines and online travel agencies. Setting up price alerts may also notify you when fares drop for your desired route.

Booking flights in advance often provides more competitive prices, though last-minute deals can sometimes appear. Prices can fluctuate, so monitoring fares over time may help you identify a good booking window. Weekday bookings sometimes offer better rates than weekend bookings.

Comparing nearby airports can sometimes reveal alternative routes or lower fares. While not always convenient, flying into or out of a different airport might reduce your overall travel cost. Always factor in the additional ground transportation time and expense.

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