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Cheapest round-trip
$1,442
Typical prices: $1,397-$1,750
Delta
Fri 10/19Fri 10/26
PWM - CPT • 2 stops
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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

Mon, Oct 19 - Mon, Oct 26
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6:04 am - 9:25 pmPWM  Portland-CPT Cape Town Intl
33h 21m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Amsterdam Schiphol
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8:50 pm - 1:02 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-PWM Portland
22h 12m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$1,442Delta
Mon, Oct 19 - Mon, Oct 26
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4:15 pm - 5:50 amPWM  Portland-CPT Cape Town Intl
31h 35m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Amsterdam Schiphol
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8:50 pm - 4:02 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-PWM Portland
25h 12m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$1,446Delta
Mon, Oct 19 - Mon, Oct 26
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 1:35 pmPWM  Portland-CPT Cape Town Intl
49h 35m3 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Victoria Falls
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2:25 pm - 11:43 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-PWM Portland
39h 18m3 stops Victoria Falls Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
$1,559Multiple Airlines
Mon, Oct 19 - Mon, Oct 26
United Airlines Logo
5:15 am - 3:20 pmPWM  Portland-CPT Cape Town Intl
28h 05m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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8:50 pm - 6:52 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-PWM Portland
28h 02m1 stop Newark
$1,726United Airlines
Mon, Oct 19 - Mon, Oct 26
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6:00 am - 3:20 pmPWM  Portland-CPT Cape Town Intl
27h 20m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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8:50 pm - 1:26 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-PWM Portland
22h 36m1 stop Newark
$1,731United Airlines
Mon, Oct 19 - Mon, Oct 26
United Airlines Logo
10:43 am - 3:20 pmPWM  Portland-CPT Cape Town Intl
22h 37m2 stops Newark Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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8:50 pm - 9:51 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-PWM Portland
31h 01m2 stops Newark Chicago O'Hare Intl
$1,731United Airlines
Fri, Feb 12 - Fri, Feb 19
Multiple Airlines Logo
3:15 pm - 6:00 pmPWM  Portland-CPT Cape Town Intl
19h 45m1 stop Newark
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8:50 pm - 7:24 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-PWM Portland
29h 34m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$1,775Multiple Airlines
Fri, Feb 12 - Fri, Feb 19
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9:34 am - 6:00 pmPWM  Portland-CPT Cape Town Intl
25h 26m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Newark
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8:50 pm - 1:52 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-PWM Portland
24h 02m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$1,780Multiple Airlines
Fri, Feb 12 - Fri, Feb 19
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5:45 am - 6:00 pmPWM  Portland-CPT Cape Town Intl
29h 15m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Newark
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8:50 pm - 2:34 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-PWM Portland
24h 44m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$1,780Multiple Airlines
Thu, Feb 11 - Sat, Feb 20
United Airlines Logo
2:45 pm - 4:10 pmPWM  Portland-CPT Cape Town Intl
18h 25m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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8:50 pm - 10:57 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-PWM Portland
33h 07m1 stop Newark
$1,783United 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 $1,442. Prices are typical 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 $1,442 on Delta.

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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Cheapest flight

$1,442
Flight 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 showed a wide range, from about $1,442 to $4,478. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

  • 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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