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Cheapest round-trip
$1,162
Typical prices: $1,395-$1,897
Turkish Airlines
Mon 10/29Mon 11/5
SEA - CPT • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$764
Typical prices: $805-$1,242
Multiple Airlines
Thu 11/29
SEA - CPT • 3 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Seattle and Cape Town. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
13 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 13 weeks in advance save around 39% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 31% price drop
January
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Top layover airports
Istanbul (IST)
Cheapest • Avg $1,304 (round-trip)
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Shortest trip • 23h 19m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Seattle to Cape Town (SEA-CPT)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Seattle to Cape Town

Thu, Oct 29 - Thu, Nov 5
Turkish Airlines Logo
8:05 pm - 11:00 pmSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
41h 55m1 stop Istanbul
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5:15 pm - 6:10 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
34h 55m1 stop Istanbul
$1,162Turkish Airlines
Mon, Nov 16 - Thu, Dec 10
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7:05 pm - 12:05 pmSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
31h 00m1 stop Istanbul
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5:15 pm - 5:10 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
33h 55m1 stop Istanbul
$1,188Turkish Airlines
Sun, Jan 17 - Sun, Jan 24
Multiple Airlines Logo
3:00 pm - 12:35 pmSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
35h 35m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Johannesburg OR Tambo
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3:40 pm - 3:55 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
34h 15m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Frankfurt am Main
$1,373Multiple Airlines
Wed, Oct 14 - Mon, Oct 26
Ethiopian Air Logo
3:56 pm - 2:10 pmSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
37h 14m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
1:50 pm - 9:44 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
52h 54m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$1,383Ethiopian Air
Wed, Oct 14 - Mon, Oct 26
Qatar Airways Logo
4:25 pm - 5:30 pmSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
40h 05m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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12:35 pm - 12:40 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
33h 05m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$1,503Qatar Airways
Mon, Nov 2 - Mon, Nov 23
Qatar Airways Logo
3:50 pm - 10:30 amSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
32h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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12:35 pm - 11:40 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
33h 05m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$1,506Qatar Airways
Thu, Oct 8 - Thu, Oct 15
KLM Logo
1:45 pm - 9:25 pmSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
22h 40m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
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11:15 pm - 4:35 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
26h 20m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
$1,533KLM
Thu, Oct 8 - Thu, Oct 15
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7:15 am - 9:25 pmSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
29h 10m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Amsterdam Schiphol
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11:15 pm - 4:35 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
26h 20m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
$1,538KLM
Sat, Oct 10 - Tue, Oct 20
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11:50 pm - 9:10 pmSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
36h 20m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Amsterdam Schiphol
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11:15 pm - 9:58 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
31h 43m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Los Angeles Los Angeles
$1,603Delta
Sat, Oct 17 - Wed, Nov 4
Delta Logo
11:10 pm - 9:10 pmSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
37h 00m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Amsterdam Schiphol
Delta Logo
12:30 am - 8:50 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
30h 20m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Minneapolis St Paul
$1,833Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Seattle to Cape Town flights

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

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

Round-trip flights from Seattle to Cape Town start at $1,162. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $1,395 to $1,897. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $1,162 on Turkish Airlines.

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

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Seattle to Cape Town, it is 15% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 12% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

  • February is the cheapest month to fly from Seattle to Cape Town at $1,138 round-trip.
  • December ($1,901) and July ($1,846) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 67% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Seattle to Cape Town the cheapest?

Flights from Seattle to Cape Town are cheapest 13 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 39% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Seattle to Cape Town flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

$764
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 13% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 7% lower on average.
Flight from Seattle to Cape Town

When to book flights from Seattle to Cape Town

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

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

  • What are the benefits of flying First Class from Seattle to Cape Town?

    Delta Air Lines offers Sky Priority privileges like security service and accelerated check-in to their First Class passengers. Delta also offers personalized services like a hearty snack and more baggage allowance. Finnair offers wider, fully-flat seats and more legroom in their First Class cabins. Finnair also offers Business Class flyers preference to choose seats and priority in boarding.

  • What airlines are the most environmentally friendly from Seattle to Cape Town?

    Delta is the most sustainable airline flying to Cape Town from Seattle. Delta offsets 39% of the carbon emitted in this route. Delta Air Lines utilizes compostable stirrers from the cutlery to amenity packages, reducing around 30,000 lb of CO2. Delta Sky Clubs employ environmentally friendly packaging for their foods.

  • What are the common layovers for connecting flights to Cape Town from Seattle?

    Delta Air Lines flies to Cape Town through Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) and John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). British Airways connects to Cape Town through London Heathrow (LHR) Airport and Vancouver International Airport (YVR). Passengers on American Airlines will fly to Cape Town through Chicago O'Hare (ORD) and Philadelphia International Airport (PHL).

  • What is the carry-on and luggage policy for airlines flying to Cape Town from Seattle?

    Turkish Airlines allow passengers to bring one carry-on baggage in their Economy Class cabins with a maximum weight of around 18 lb. Business Class flyers on Turkish Airlines may bring two carry-on bags not exceeding 18 lb each. Delta allows passengers to carry one cabin bag and one personal item with maximum dimensions of around 22 x 14 x 9 inches.

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

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

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

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

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

    Prices vary by airline.

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

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

    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) - 38% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) - 18% of one-stop connections
    • London Heathrow (LHR) - 15% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 10% of one-stop connections

    Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 25% on the Seattle to Cape Town route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $1,402 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $1,846, a difference of $444. 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 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 expensive are last-minute Seattle to Cape Town flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 15% above the route average of $1,638. Book 13 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

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

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Seattle 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.

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

    One-way fares from Seattle to Cape Town are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $1,374, which is 34% above the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 23h 19m, compared with 23h 24m via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) and 24h 05m via Newark (EWR).

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

    Cape Town is 9 hours ahead of Seattle (South Africa Time vs Pacific 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 Seattle to Cape Town flight?

    Round-trip flights from Seattle to Cape Town range from $1,395 to $1,897, with an average of $1,638 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,395 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Seattle to Cape Town 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 Monday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $1,402 - about $444 less than Monday (24% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 13 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 39% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Seattle to Cape Town trip for February. Fares historically average $1,138 round-trip in that month - typically $763 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Cape Town Intl Airport.
    - Hotel Verde Cape Town Airport
    - Road Lodge Cape Town International Airport
    - Mbalentle
  • Passengers landing through Cape Town Aiport (CPT) can access car rental services within the airport facilities. Car rental companies are in front of the transport plaza and central Terminal building. Passengers can access the car rental desks through the pedestrian subway on either side of the Terminal building. They include Hertz, Budget, Avis, Thrifty, SIXT, and Europcar.
  • Cape Town Airport (CPT) is located in Matroosfontein, around 12 miles southeast of Cape Town city center. CPT Airport serves the metropolitan area of Cape Town. This includes Sunset Beach and Constantia around seven and eight miles from CPT Airport, respectively. Atlantis and Stellenbosch are around 25 miles and 26 miles away, respectively.
  • Passengers carrying personal respirators POC/CPAP machines into the cabins of Turkish Airlines must make sure the device is FAA approved. Passengers with diabetes may take their relevant medications without producing any medical reports on Turkish Airlines. Complimentary wheelchairs are available for passengers with mobility limitations.
  • A maximum of two pets are allowed per passenger on Turkish Airlines. However, only one pet is allowed into the cabin, while the other will travel in the hold. Pets in the cabin must be inside a kennel. The total weight of a pet and kennel in Turkish Airlines must not exceed approximately 18 lb.
  • Turkish Airlines does not allow newborn babies under the age of 48 hours on their flights. Passengers above the age of two years must travel in their own seats. Seat extenders are not allowed in Turkish Airlines cabins. Turkish Airlines also offer inflight games and films for children.

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