Flying from Los Angeles to Cape Town International Airport (CPT): what you need to know
Start your travel planning by considering where you'll catch your flight from Los Angeles to Cape Town International Airport (CPT). Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and Van Nuys Airport (VNY) are the main airports in Los Angeles.
The timezone in Cape Town is UTC+2, which is 9 hours ahead of Los Angeles. Cape Town International Airport is located in Cape Town.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport with enough time to board your flight from Los Angeles to CPT.
Getting on a plane during a peak month like July? Busy periods (like Thanksgiving, Christmas/New Year and spring break) can add another hour at security. Be extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
We make it a piece of cake to plan a flight from Los Angeles to CPT with a stopover. To see your options leaving from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply pick a flight with a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Some popular stopovers between LAX and CPT include:
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
LAX is about 32 kilometres from central Los Angeles. To work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This handy travel app will give you the best route and your public transport options.
Need a handy hotel close to Los Angeles International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Los Angeles to Cape Town International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
Maximize your vacation with a stopover on your flight from Los Angeles to Cape Town International Airport. Visit family or friends or tick a new city off your list. Whatever you choose to do, check out these options between Van Nuys Airport and CPT:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
You can get to VNY from central Los Angeles in about 34 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 41 minutes to cover the 32 kilometres or so.
Start your vacation sooner with an extra night away from home. Before catching your flight from Los Angeles to CPT, take things easy in one of these hotels close to Van Nuys Airport:
About Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Los Angeles to Cape Town International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these options near CPT:
Getting from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to central Cape Town
Cape Town International Airport is approximately 19 kilometres from central Cape Town. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 21 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Los Angeles to Cape Town International Airport is C$853. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$1,357. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
We suggest booking as soon as possible to secure flight tickets from Los Angeles to CPT. You're more likely to land a great deal and enjoy more options for flight times and dates.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Los Angeles to Cape Town International Airport across the month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
Snapping up a cheap ticket from Los Angeles to CPT is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when the price drops.
Use the filters to tailor your flights from Los Angeles to Cape Town International Airport. Simply enter your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals.
The best time to fly from Los Angeles to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
April is the quietest time of year to fly to Cape Town. Alternatively, follow the crowds and visit in June. This is the most popular month for flights from Los Angeles to Cape Town International Airport, but the best time to go is up to you.
Think about the type of weather that'll work with your plans for Cape Town. The warmest month is February. Lock in your flights from Los Angeles to CPT sometime then and you can expect temperatures of between 16ºC and 27ºC.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Los Angeles to Cape Town International Airport in July when temperatures average between 9ºC and 19ºC.
More about Cape Town
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Cape Town right here. Browse these hotels after you've booked your flight from Los Angeles to Cape Town International Airport:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Table Mountain, Battery Park @ V&A Waterfront and Robben Island are must-visits when exploring Cape Town.
Complete your Cape Town trip with a car rental
After you've locked in your hotel and cheap flight from Los Angeles to Cape Town International Airport, your next task is choosing one of our car rentals in Cape Town. Explore the exclusive deals and instantly compare your options on price, fuel policies, and more.
