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Cheap flights from Seattle to Cape Town from R14 482

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SEA — CPT
jan. 22 — jan. 291
1 adult

The best prices from Seattle/Tacoma Intl to Cape Town Intl are usually found in October or February, booked 44 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Saturday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Seattle to Cape Town

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Seattle (SEA) to Cape Town (CPT). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 17 Januar 2025.

Round-trip from

R20 219

One-way from

R14 482

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

R26 745
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 19/3-2/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 64h 35m total
  • Seattle to Cape Town
1/4
  • 1/4
  • 3 total stops
  • 50h 25m total
  • Seattle to Cape Town
High demand for flights, 2% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 2% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in January 2025

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Cheapest flights from Seattle to Cape Town
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Seattle to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 17 Januar 2025.

ti. 5/819:05SEA - CPT
1 stop31h 45mTurkish Airlines
on. 24/916:35CPT - SEA
1 stop33h 35mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 16/1R19 824
sø. 2/319:00SEA - CPT
1 stop31h 00mMultiple Airlines
ma. 17/315:20CPT - SEA
2 stops35h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/1R21 836
ma. 17/317:05SEA - CPT
1 stop32h 25mQatar Airways
ma. 31/318:25CPT - SEA
2 stops51h 05mQatar Airways
Deal found 16/1R23 548
sø. 2/313:33SEA - CPT
2 stops32h 27mAmerican Airlines
ma. 17/318:45CPT - SEA
1 stop32h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 17/1R27 140
ma. 17/318:45SEA - CPT
1 stop28h 10mVirgin Atlantic
to. 27/310:00CPT - SEA
1 stop38h 40mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 16/1R29 284
lø. 15/216:58SEA - CPT
3 stops39h 02mUnited Airlines
ti. 25/220:50CPT - SEA
2 stops29h 02mUnited Airlines
Deal found 17/1R30 695
fr. 31/115:10SEA - CPT
1 stop30h 30mLufthansa
lø. 1/39:30CPT - SEA
1 stop37h 50mLufthansa
Deal found 17/1R31 503
ma. 27/18:00SEA - CPT
3 stops43h 45mEthiopian Air
ti. 25/215:20CPT - SEA
3 stops62h 59mEthiopian Air
Deal found 16/1R32 086

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Seattle to Cape Town that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 17 Januar 2025.

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SeattleCape Town

SEA - CPT

SEACPT

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

on. 19/3

20:00-12:00

1 stop31h 00m

Cape Town Intl

on. 2/4

16:35-17:10

1 stop33h 35m

R20 219

SeattleCape Town

SEA - CPT

SEACPT

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

sø. 2/3

19:00-12:00

1 stop31h 00m

Cape Town Intl

ma. 17/3

15:20-18:05

2 stops35h 45m

R21 836

SeattleCape Town

SEA - CPT

SEACPT

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

ma. 17/3

17:05-10:30

1 stop32h 25m

Cape Town Intl

ma. 31/3

18:25-12:30

2 stops51h 05m

R23 548

SeattleCape Town

SEA - CPT

SEACPT

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

sø. 2/3

13:33-8:00

2 stops32h 27m

Cape Town Intl

ma. 17/3

18:45-17:55

1 stop32h 10m

R27 140

SeattleCape Town

SEA - CPT

SEACPT

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

ma. 17/3

18:45-7:55

1 stop28h 10m

Cape Town Intl

to. 27/3

10:00-15:40

1 stop38h 40m

R29 284

SeattleCape Town

SEA - CPT

SEACPT

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

lø. 15/2

16:58-18:00

3 stops39h 02m

Cape Town Intl

ti. 25/2

20:50-15:52

2 stops29h 02m

R30 695

SeattleCape Town

SEA - CPT

SEACPT

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

fr. 31/1

15:10-7:40

1 stop30h 30m

Cape Town Intl

lø. 1/3

9:30-13:20

1 stop37h 50m

R31 503

SeattleCape Town

SEA - CPT

SEACPT

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

ma. 27/1

8:00-13:45

3 stops43h 45m

Cape Town Intl

ti. 25/2

15:20-20:19

3 stops62h 59m

R32 086

SeattleCape Town

SEA - CPT

SEACPT

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

sø. 16/3

0:49-21:30

2 stops35h 41m

Cape Town Intl

to. 27/3

23:20-10:40

2 stops44h 20m

R32 839

SeattleCape Town

SEA - CPT

SEACPT

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

ti. 1/4

10:15-21:40

3 stops50h 25m

R14 482

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Best time to book a flight from Seattle to Cape Town

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Travel insights for flights from Seattle to Cape Town

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Seattle to Cape Town including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Seattle to Cape Town?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Seattle to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on 10 January 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Seattle to Cape Town may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 44 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Seattle to Cape Town?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Seattle to Cape Town (average of R110). Flying from Seattle to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of R187). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SEA to CPT?

Find hourly flight availability from Seattle to Cape Town. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 17 Januar 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Seattle to Cape Town in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 45% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

Rainfall in Cape Town by month

Plan your trip to Cape Town by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Cape Town ranges from 20.0 - 100.0 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 100.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Cape Town when rainfall is around 20.0 mm.

Temperature in Cape Town by month

Plan your trip to Cape Town by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Cape Town, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 21.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 12.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Cape Town

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cape Town. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Cape Town. Reviews last updated 17 Januar 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with United Airlines and Qatar Airways from Seattle to Cape Town have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8,0
Very Good
8 513 reviews

Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,3

Overall

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

7,9

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

8,0
Very Good
8 513 reviews
8,0
Very Good
8 513 reviews

Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,3

Overall

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

7,9

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

7,5
Good
3 752 reviews
8,0
Very Good
8 513 reviews

Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,3

Overall

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

7,9

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

7,5
Good
1 598 reviews
8,0
Very Good
8 513 reviews

Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,3

Overall

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

7,9

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

7,5
Good
664 reviews
8,0
Very Good
8 513 reviews

Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,3

Overall

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

7,9

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

7,4
Good
8 969 reviews
8,0
Very Good
8 513 reviews

Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,3

Overall

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

7,9

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Seattle to Cape Town. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Seattle to Cape Town round-trip?

    Currently priced at R20 219, Turkish Airlines will fly you from Seattle to Cape Town and back. In addition to Turkish Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Qatar Airways and American Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from R23 548 and R27 140, respectively. You may be able to fly from Seattle to Cape Town for 35% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Seattle to Cape Town one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as R16 476 on American Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include SWISS from R19 090 and Turkish Airlines from R19 278 one-way.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Seattle to Cape Town that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Seattle to Cape Town flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Seattle to Cape Town?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Seattle to Cape Town.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Seattle to Cape Town?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Seattle to Cape Town by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Seattle to Cape Town?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Seattle to Cape Town (average of R110). Flying from Seattle to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of R187). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR20 332AverageR23 141FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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