Los Angeles to Cape Town Flights
Flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to Cape Town (CPT) connect United States and South Africa. The great-circle distance is approximately 16,080 km, and a typical direct flight takes about 21 hours. Airports commonly used for this city pair include LAX and CPT. The reverse route is Cape Town to Los Angeles. Use the search tool below to compare live prices and schedules — do not treat any static text on this page as a live fare.
Route facts
- Origin
- Los Angeles, United States
- Destination
- Cape Town, South Africa
- Distance
- 16,080 km
- Typical duration
- about 21 hours
- Origin codes
- LAX
- Destination codes
- CPT
- Primary keyword
- flights from Los Angeles to Cape Town
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Route overview
Los Angeles to Cape Town is a city-pair air route between United States and South Africa. Travelers use this corridor for leisure, business, and connecting itineraries.
Primary search codes are LAX and CPT. Related codes: LAX → CPT.
Distance
Approximate flight distance: 16,080 km (great-circle). Actual flown distance can be longer depending on airway routing.
Duration
Typical block time for a direct flight is about 21 hours. Connecting itineraries take longer and depend on layover airports.
Airports
Los Angeles airports and metro codes: LAX.
Cape Town airports and metro codes: CPT.
Alternative routes
Related searches include the reverse route Cape Town to Los Angeles, other destinations from Los Angeles, and other origins into Cape Town.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Los Angeles to Cape Town?
Direct flights from Los Angeles to Cape Town typically take about 21 hours, depending on aircraft type, routing, and wind conditions. Connecting itineraries take longer.
What is the distance from Los Angeles to Cape Town?
The great-circle distance between Los Angeles and Cape Town is approximately 16,080 km. Flown distance can be longer depending on airways.
Which airports serve flights from Los Angeles to Cape Town?
Los Angeles is commonly searched with code LAX (related: LAX). Cape Town is commonly searched with code CPT (related: CPT).
Are there direct flights from Los Angeles to Cape Town?
Direct service availability varies by season and airline. Compare live schedules on Cheap Flights Worldwide for current nonstop and connecting options on this route.
What is the reverse flight route from Cape Town to Los Angeles?
The reverse city pair is Cape Town to Los Angeles. Distance is the same great-circle measure (16,080 km); block time can differ with winds and schedules.
Which countries does the Los Angeles to Cape Town route connect?
This route connects United States (Los Angeles) with South Africa (Cape Town).
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