Flying from Los Angeles to Cape Town International Airport (CPT): What you need to know
Cape Town International Airport is located in Cape Town. The city runs on the UTC+2 timezone and is ten hours ahead of Los Angeles.
Your flight from Los Angeles to CPT won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
December is a busy time to fly out. If you're heading away then or during a major holiday like Thanksgiving, turn up even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Los Angeles to CPT. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). Pause your trip (and maybe pocket some savings) with a stop at one of these airports:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Travelling from central Los Angeles to LAX takes around 1 hour on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 29 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a stress-free start to your journey? Stay near Los Angeles International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Los Angeles to Cape Town International Airport or prefer not to feel hurried, these hotels offer the perfect solution:
Los Angeles International Airport has an excellent on-time record, making delays less likely. Departures from LAX make it to their destination as scheduled 81% of the time.
LAX is located at One World Way.
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
On public transport, you can travel from central Los Angeles to VNY in about 1 hour 15 minutes. The airport is roughly 29 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 35 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your Los Angeles to CPT flight? Unwind in a hotel near Van Nuys Airport before your break officially starts. Here's where you can stay:
About Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
Have a late flight from Los Angeles to Cape Town International Airport? Don't let it end in exhaustion. Stay at one of these hotels near CPT and fast-forward to bedtime:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Cape Town International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Europcar, Carwiz or First - Car Hire and explore beyond Cape Town's usual tourist stops.
To get the best deal, book your vehicle around one week in advance of your Los Angeles to Cape Town International Airport flight.
Getting from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to central Cape Town
Cape Town International Airport is around 19 kilometres from the centre of Cape Town. It takes around 25 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
Travelling on public transport takes around 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Los Angeles to Cape Town International Airport is Rs195,346. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs339,031. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Los Angeles to CPT. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.
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The best time to fly from Los Angeles to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
August is the quietest month for flights from Los Angeles to Cape Town International Airport (CPT), while December is the busiest. Figure out the ideal time to go to Cape Town based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Before locking in your Los Angeles to CPT plane ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. February is the warmest month in Cape Town, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC to 27ºC.
July sees temperatures of between 9ºC and 19ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Los Angeles to Cape Town International Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Cape Town
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Cape Town right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Los Angeles to Cape Town International Airport:
You'll find plenty of terrific things to do in Cape Town when you're in the mood to sightsee. Head straight for Table Mountain followed by Cecilia, Table Mountain and The Rock.
Explore more of South Africa
Saldanha is just one of the many cities in South Africa waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Cape Town. Around 121 kilometres away to the northwest, its best attractions include North Head Lighthouse, Saldanha Bay Harbour and NG Kerk Saldanha.
Around 97 kilometres northeast of Cape Town, Ceres is another essential stop in South Africa. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Ceres Mountain Fynbos Nature Reserve, Ceres Mosque and Ceres Sportgronde.
