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Cheapest round-trip
$1,794
Typical prices: $1,397-$1,750
United Airlines
Sun 2/11Tue 2/20
PWM - CPT • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$921
Typical prices: $1,175-$1,663
Multiple Airlines
Tue 10/2
PWM - CPT • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
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There are currently no direct flights between Portland and Cape Town. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Cheapest • Avg $1,348 (round-trip)
Newark (EWR)
Shortest trip • 19h 02m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Portland to Cape Town (PWM-CPT)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Portland to Cape Town

Thu, Feb 11 - Sat, Feb 20
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9:34 am - 4:10 pmPWM  Portland-CPT Cape Town Intl
23h 36m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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8:50 pm - 7:24 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-PWM Portland
53h 34m2 stops Newark Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$1,794United Airlines
Thu, Feb 11 - Sat, Feb 20
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5:45 am - 4:10 pmPWM  Portland-CPT Cape Town Intl
27h 25m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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8:50 pm - 7:24 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-PWM Portland
53h 34m2 stops Newark Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$1,794United Airlines
Sun, Jan 31 - Wed, Feb 3
Qatar Airways Logo
10:59 am - 10:30 amPWM  Portland-CPT Cape Town Intl
40h 31m2 stops Philadelphia Doha Hamad Intl
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7:25 pm - 6:06 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-PWM Portland
29h 41m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Philadelphia
$2,096Qatar Airways
Thu, Feb 11 - Sat, Feb 20
Ethiopian Air Logo
5:06 pm - 1:00 pmPWM  Portland-CPT Cape Town Intl
36h 54m3 stops Newark Lome Addis Ababa Bole
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1:50 pm - 8:19 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-PWM Portland
49h 29m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Lome Newark
$2,160Ethiopian Air
Thu, Feb 11 - Sat, Feb 20
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11:17 am - 1:00 pmPWM  Portland-CPT Cape Town Intl
42h 43m3 stops Newark Lome Addis Ababa Bole
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1:50 pm - 8:19 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-PWM Portland
49h 29m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Lome Newark
$2,189Ethiopian Air
Thu, Feb 11 - Sat, Feb 20
Ethiopian Air Logo
5:06 pm - 1:00 pmPWM  Portland-CPT Cape Town Intl
36h 54m3 stops Newark Lome Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
1:50 pm - 8:19 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-PWM Portland
49h 29m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Lome Newark
$2,205Ethiopian Air
Thu, Feb 11 - Sat, Feb 20
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:43 pm - 10:30 amPWM  Portland-CPT Cape Town Intl
38h 47m2 stops Philadelphia Doha Hamad Intl
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3:20 pm - 6:03 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-PWM Portland
33h 43m3 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Doha Hamad Intl Philadelphia
$2,345Multiple Airlines
Thu, Feb 11 - Sat, Feb 20
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12:43 pm - 10:30 amPWM  Portland-CPT Cape Town Intl
38h 47m2 stops Philadelphia Doha Hamad Intl
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9:00 am - 6:03 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-PWM Portland
40h 03m3 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Doha Hamad Intl Philadelphia
$2,345Multiple Airlines
Thu, Feb 11 - Sat, Feb 20
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7:00 am - 10:30 amPWM  Portland-CPT Cape Town Intl
44h 30m2 stops Philadelphia Doha Hamad Intl
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7:00 am - 6:03 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-PWM Portland
42h 03m3 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Doha Hamad Intl Philadelphia
$2,465Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Portland to Cape Town flights

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

Round-trip flights from Portland to Cape Town start at $1,794. Prices are above average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $1,397 to $1,750. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $1,794 on United Airlines.

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

Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Portland to Cape Town, it is 18% cheaper than the average day. Tuesday is the most expensive day with flight prices 40% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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$921
Flight from Portland to Cape Town

When to book flights from Portland to Cape Town

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Your Portland to Cape Town 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 Portland to Cape Town?

    Flights from Portland to Cape Town usually depart from Portland (PWM) and arrive at Cape Town Intl (CPT).

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

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Portland to Cape Town.

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

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

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 38% of one-stop connections
    • Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) - 38% of one-stop connections
    • Newark (EWR) - 25% of one-stop connections

    Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    On the Portland to Cape Town route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 42%. Sunday is the cheapest day at $1,303 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $2,209: a $906 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • What popular places can I visit in Cape Town?

    Some of the most popular sights in Cape Town are Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, Cape Town International Convention Centre and Sea Point Pavilion. These are among the most viewed places in Cape Town on KAYAK.

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

    A nonstop flight from Portland to Cape Town takes 0h 00m, covering 7,732 miles.

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

    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 Portland to Cape Town changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route varied from about $1,794 to $2,477. That means the highest observed fare was about 38% higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Portland to Cape Town are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $2,934, which is 76% above the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Newark (EWR) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 19h 02m, compared with 20h 14m via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) and 25h 25m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

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

    Cape Town is 6 hours ahead of Portland (South Africa Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT)?

    Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $3 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Europcar
    • Sixt
    • GREEN MOTION
    • Hertz
    • Woodford

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

    Round-trip flights from Portland to Cape Town range from $1,397 to $1,750, with an average of $1,575 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,397 counts as a good deal.

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