Here's an unusually low fare to South Africa! And from the West Coast, which is even rarer.

Searching United, we found seats on Star Alliance partner Swiss for $531 roundtrip for winter travel. Depart LAX on Wednesday, January 16, return from CPT on Saturday, January 26.

There is one teensy tiny catch, and that is a 17-hour connection in Zurich on the return. Maybe think of it as a twofer deal?

You'll find other dates available for travel from January through March.

See our Los Angeles LAX fare listings for a complete look at current deals.

Need a room in Cape Town? Here's what's available for the above dates on Hotelwatchdog.

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