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Cheapest round-trip
$1,061
Typical prices: $977-$1,264
United Airlines
Tue 10/23Wed 10/31
CPT - SEA • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$624
Typical prices: $707-$1,198
Qatar Airways
Thu 10/25
CPT - SEA • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Cape Town and Seattle. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
14 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 14 weeks in advance save around 13% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
November
Cheapest • 12% price drop
November
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Cheapest • Avg $984 (round-trip)
Newark (EWR)
Shortest trip • 24h 41m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Cape Town to Seattle (CPT-SEA)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Cape Town to Seattle

Fri, Oct 23 - Sat, Oct 31
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8:00 pm - 1:21 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
26h 21m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Denver Intl
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11:59 pm - 6:00 pmSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
33h 01m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Newark
$1,061United Airlines
Fri, Oct 23 - Sat, Oct 31
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8:00 pm - 3:51 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
28h 51m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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5:05 am - 4:10 pmSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
26h 05m2 stops Denver Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$1,061United Airlines
Thu, Dec 3 - Thu, Dec 10
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5:15 pm - 5:10 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
33h 55m1 stop Istanbul
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7:05 pm - 11:00 pmSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
41h 55m1 stop Istanbul
$1,170Turkish Airlines
Thu, Dec 3 - Thu, Dec 10
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5:15 pm - 5:10 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
33h 55m1 stop Istanbul
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7:05 pm - 11:00 pmSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
41h 55m1 stop Istanbul
$1,179Turkish Airlines
Fri, Oct 23 - Sat, Oct 31
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7:30 pm - 12:25 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
25h 55m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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4:50 pm - 10:30 amSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
32h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$1,216Qatar Airways
Thu, Dec 3 - Thu, Dec 10
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2:00 pm - 5:10 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
37h 10m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Istanbul
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7:05 pm - 11:00 pmSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
41h 55m1 stop Istanbul
$1,235Turkish Airlines
Thu, Dec 3 - Thu, Dec 10
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3:20 pm - 3:13 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
33h 53m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Paris Charles de Gaulle
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12:31 pm - 6:25 amSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
31h 54m2 stops Los Angeles Los Angeles Paris Charles de Gaulle
$1,342Air France
Thu, Dec 3 - Thu, Dec 10
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3:20 pm - 3:13 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
33h 53m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Paris Charles de Gaulle
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2:35 pm - 6:25 amSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
29h 50m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Paris Charles de Gaulle
$1,375Air France
Thu, Dec 3 - Thu, Dec 10
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8:50 pm - 7:32 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
32h 42m2 stops Newark Houston George Bush Intcntl
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1:50 pm - 7:40 amSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
31h 50m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Munich Franz Josef Strauss
$1,522United Airlines
Thu, Dec 3 - Thu, Dec 10
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8:50 pm - 7:32 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
32h 42m2 stops Newark Houston George Bush Intcntl
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1:50 pm - 7:40 amSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
31h 50m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Munich Franz Josef Strauss
$1,524United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Cape Town to Seattle flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Cape Town to Seattle with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Cape Town to Seattle?

Round-trip flights from Cape Town to Seattle start at $1,061. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $977 to $1,264. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $1,061 on United Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Seattle?

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Seattle, it is 11% cheaper than the average day. Thursday is the most expensive day with flight prices 4% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Seattle?

  • November is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Seattle at $971 round-trip.
  • June ($1,369) and July ($1,246) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 40% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Cape Town to Seattle the cheapest?

Flights from Cape Town to Seattle are cheapest 14 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 13% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Cape Town to Seattle flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$624
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 4% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 12% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Cape Town to Seattle

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Cape Town to Seattle based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Cape Town to Seattle flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Cape Town to Seattle?

    Flights from Cape Town to Seattle usually depart from Cape Town Intl (CPT) and arrive at Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Cape Town to Seattle?

    Four cabin classes are available on flights from Cape Town to Seattle:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

    Prices vary by airline.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Cape Town to Seattle pass through?

    One-stop flights from Cape Town to Seattle most commonly connect through:

    • London Heathrow (LHR) - 28% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) - 23% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) - 11% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) - 10% of one-stop connections

    London Heathrow (LHR) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Cape Town to Seattle?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 15% on the Cape Town to Seattle route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $988 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $1,149, a difference of $161. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What popular places can I visit in Seattle?

    Some of the most popular sights in Seattle are Pike Place Market, Pier 66 and Lumen Field. These are among the most viewed places in Seattle on KAYAK.

  • How expensive are last-minute Cape Town to Seattle flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 0% below the route average of $1,101. Booking late can sometimes save money on this route, but inventory is limited.

  • How long is a flight from Cape Town to Seattle?

    A nonstop flight from Cape Town to Seattle takes 0h 00m, covering 10,211 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Cape Town to Seattle?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • Have flight prices from Cape Town to Seattle changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $1,061 to $2,838. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Cape Town to Seattle looking right now?

    One-way fares from Cape Town to Seattle are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $934.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Cape Town to Seattle?

    Flying via Newark (EWR) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 24h 41m, compared with 25h 54m via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) and 26h 02m via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD).

  • What is the time difference between Cape Town and Seattle?

    Seattle is 9 hours behind Cape Town (Pacific Time vs South Africa Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Seattle/Tacoma Intl Airport (SEA)?

    Seattle/Tacoma Intl Airport (SEA) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $4 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Fox
    • Europcar
    • Thrifty
    • Budget
    • Dollar

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Cape Town to Seattle flight?

    Round-trip flights from Cape Town to Seattle range from $977 to $1,264, with an average of $1,101 over the past 12 months. Anything below $977 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Cape Town to Seattle flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure instead of Thursday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $988 - about $161 less than Thursday (14% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 14 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 13% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Cape Town to Seattle trip for November. Fares historically average $971 round-trip in that month - typically $398 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Seattle/Tacoma Intl Airport.
    - Seattle Airport Marriott
    - Coast Gateway Hotel
    - Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Seattle Sea-Tac Airport

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