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$719 Find Cheap Flights from Seattle to Johannesburg

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Cheap Flights from Seattle to Johannesburg (SEA-JNB)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Seattle to Johannesburg that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Seattle to Johannesburg

Tue, Oct 21 - Tue, Nov 4
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7:10 pm - 10:35 amSEA-JNB
30h 25m1 stop
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7:10 pm - 5:05 pmJNB-SEA
31h 55m1 stop
$982Turkish Airlines
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Thu, Nov 13 - Tue, Nov 18
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7:00 pm - 10:50 amSEA-JNB
29h 50m1 stop
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7:10 pm - 5:05 pmJNB-SEA
31h 55m1 stop
$983Turkish Airlines
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Tue, Oct 21 - Tue, Nov 4
Turkish Airlines Logo
7:10 pm - 10:35 amSEA-JNB
30h 25m1 stop
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7:10 pm - 5:05 pmJNB-SEA
31h 55m1 stop
$985Turkish Airlines
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Wed, Oct 29 - Fri, Nov 7
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8:00 pm - 10:50 amSEA-JNB
29h 50m1 stop
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7:05 pm - 5:05 pmJNB-SEA
32h 00m1 stop
$991Turkish Airlines
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Thu, Nov 27 - Sat, Dec 6
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7:00 pm - 10:50 amSEA-JNB
29h 50m1 stop
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7:10 pm - 5:05 pmJNB-SEA
31h 55m1 stop
$1,036Turkish Airlines
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Sun, Oct 5 - Wed, Oct 22
Turkish Airlines Logo
7:10 pm - 10:35 amSEA-JNB
30h 25m1 stop
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5:55 pm - 10:35 amJNB-SEA
25h 40m1 stop
$1,053Turkish Airlines
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Thu, Nov 13 - Tue, Nov 18
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8:24 am - 3:35 pmSEA-JNB
45h 11m2 stops
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4:50 pm - 11:40 amJNB-SEA
52h 50m2 stops
$1,215Qatar Airways
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Sat, Oct 4 - Sun, Oct 12
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4:30 pm - 9:40 amSEA-JNB
32h 10m1 stop
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4:50 pm - 12:45 pmJNB-SEA
52h 55m2 stops
$1,236Qatar Airways
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Sat, Oct 4 - Wed, Oct 22
Etihad Airways Logo
11:59 pm - 8:20 amSEA-JNB
47h 21m2 stops
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9:50 am - 10:10 pmJNB-SEA
45h 20m2 stops
$1,274Etihad Airways
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Sun, Oct 5 - Wed, Oct 22
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11:25 pm - 3:55 amSEA-JNB
43h 30m2 stops
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2:30 pm - 12:45 pmJNB-SEA
31h 15m3 stops
$1,277Ethiopian Air
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Seattle to Johannesburg flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Seattle to Johannesburg to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a round-trip flight from Seattle to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Seattle to Johannesburg?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Seattle to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

If your flying dates are flexible, you should consider flying to Johannesburg on a Wednesday, as we generally find the cheapest rates on that day for this route. On the other hand, Thursday is the most expensive day to fly from Seattle to Johannesburg. For your return ticket, we recommend flying on a Monday and avoiding Sundays for the best deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Seattle to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Seattle to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Seattle to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is March, where tickets cost $1,177 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and December, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,866 and $1,727 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Seattle to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Seattle to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Seattle to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, you should book around 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 26% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 15 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonFebruary
Cheapest flight$719
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 19% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 10% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Seattle to Johannesburg

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Seattle to Johannesburg based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking Seattle to Johannesburg flights

  • Where can I exchange currency at O.R. Tambo International Airport?

    To allow for easy transactions while in Johannesburg, you will have to exchange a few US dollars for the South African rand. There are multiple currency exchange sites at the airport including Travelex, American Express, and Inter Africa Bureau de Change, among others. They are all located in one area which is in Terminal A after passport control.

  • What documents do I need to fly from Seattle to Johannesburg?

    To be allowed entry into South Africa, you will need to provide a valid passport with at least six months of validity left. The passport should have at least two blank pages for entry and exit immigration stamps. Fortunately, US citizens don’t need to provide a visa upon entry unless you plan to stay in the country for longer than 90 days, which will require you to apply for a special permit.

  • Is public transport available from JNB Airport?

    Yes, public transport is available from JNB airport to the city center through city buses and informal minibuses. You can board the bus outside the domestic and international terminals in the ground transportation center. If you want a more convenient alternative, you can choose to take a taxi which is also easily available outside the airport terminals. One upside to taking the taxi is that they can drop you at any destination in town while public buses will drop you at designated bus stations and stops.

  • Are there any on-site hotels at SEA Airport?

    There are plenty of hotels located near the SeaTac airport and each one of them offers a convenient place to stay when you’re flying out of the airport. The Radisson Hotel and Hilton Seattle Airport & Conference Center are the closest hotels to the airport, putting you less than 5min away from the airport terminal. By staying here, you will be avoiding the hectic commute to the airport which can cost you a lot of time.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Seattle to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Seattle to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport was $719 for a one-way ticket and $982 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Seattle and Johannesburg?

    Yes, you'll most likely have to show a valid passport before boarding the plane in Seattle and on arrival in Johannesburg.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Seattle to Johannesburg?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Seattle to Johannesburg?

    Star Alliance, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between Seattle and Johannesburg, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Seattle to Johannesburg, Emirates or Qatar Airways?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Seattle to Johannesburg are Emirates and Qatar Airways. With an average price for the route of $1,865 and an overall rating of 8.1, Emirates is the most popular choice. Qatar Airways is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $1,304 and an overall rating of 7.4.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Seattle to Johannesburg?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Seattle to Johannesburg.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Seattle to Johannesburg?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Johannesburg from Seattle is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Seattle to Johannesburg?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Johannesburg with an airline and back to Seattle with another airline. Booking your flights between Seattle and JNB can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Seattle to Johannesburg?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Johannesburg from Seattle up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Seattle to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

  • When flying from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA), ensure you arrive at the airport at least 3h before your flight is set to depart. This should give you enough time to go through the security lines at the airport without the risk of missing your flight.
  • When booking connecting flights, go for the ones with the automatic transfer option. This is because the alternative, self-transfer, will require you to check into every individual flight.
  • To make your trip more sustainable, consider taking public transport to and from the respective airports. This reduces the number of cars on the road hence reducing carbon emissions. You should also try and pack light luggage and avoid single-use plastic during your trip.
  • If you want to get a rental car at Johannesburg OR Tambo International Airport (JNB), there are plenty of rental companies that have set up shop at JNB Airport including Avis, Budget, and Thrifty Car rentals. They are all located in the northern region of the airport next to the long-term car park.
  • To enjoy the lounge facilities at SEA Airport, consider booking your flight with Delta or United Airlines. Both have a lounge at the airport where you can just hang out as you wait for your boarding time.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from Seattle to Johannesburg

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Seattle to Johannesburg. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
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8.1
EmiratesOverall score based on 3299 reviews
8.0Comfort
8.1Boarding
7.9Food
8.3Crew
8.2Entertainment
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I lost my lock from my luggage, I don’t know someone took something from my bag.

6.0 GoodJoy, Jul 2025IAH - DXB
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I lost my lock from my luggage, I don’t know someone took something from my bag.

Except for the uncleaned tray, and the delay in serving food for our section (which may have been due to the location of our row) everything else was good. The crew were very professional and responded to our requests promptly throughout the flight. We as a family were not disappointed by Emirates.

It was great, a little more leg room would have been better particularly since we were in premium economy

The boarding process was smooth and the stewardesses were nice. Some delays with drinks at the end of the flight, but no issues.

Thay crew was so nice.Air hostess il ham was so nice.my mom was little scray with airplan turbulence she help us alot.

Seat 💺 was all the way on last row. Food was okay .

Charged for internet that never really worked. The food selection was just ok.

Boarding, seats, entertainment and service were all great. Food was great except for the fact that there were too many sweet items.

The entire crew went above and beyond. This was our first flight with our 3 month old, and they were accommodating and friendly. The crew is attentive and marks a HIGE difference to the regular runs with Avianca and LATAM.

Business class on this plane was adequate, service, amenities, swag, and crew was amazing!

Delayed and took off even later than the scheduled delay time

For a 69 year old with health problems I had the worse experience, no wheelchair when I entered a lady told me to sit and wait while a gentleman told me I had to walk to the Delta station, which I did. I had a carry on and a bag, and I was traveling with my service dog, which was on his carrier and the lady charged me for my carry on luggage, beside all the waiting cause of the delay, I had to walk to get my luggage cause no wheelchair showed up, I am so disappointed. I will get in touch with the company. I got home at 3:00 am, not good for my health situation.

Only issue was with seating. The economy fare we purchased did say there was no guarantee the three people in our party would be seated together, and we were not. At the gate, the agent told us more specifically, the fare we purchased meant we would be seated in middle seats only. This should just be made more obvious.

Great experience on Delta. Staff from baggage check to flight attendants were very courteous and professional. My only issue was a personal preference for pretzels instead of the chips and cookies that were offered.

There was no problems, just a little uncomfortable with seats that do not lay back a little

Always good but we must do something about people in rows ahead of you that don't put their seats back up when they are suppose to. And It's rough to not be able to even lean over to get something out of my purse.

Flight was delayed, 30+ bags had to be gate checked. Crew were very friendly!

Everything was good until we were boarding our connection flight in Atlanta, we were told to gate check our carry-on, but when we got inside the plane, there was plenty of room in the overhead.

Did not know my son and I had different seating arrangements. He was fine, but it was disappointing.

Flight was canceled, and no effort was made to help with rebooking, no hotel vouchers, no car transportation and minimal food voucher and most places for food were closed by the time the voucher was given. Waited for 3 hours for bags. Simply the worst travel experience I have ever had

Reason for travelling Tampa to Orlando is to fly Qatar Airline. we end up with American Airline. This was the miserable experience I ever had in my entire travel history. Flight attendants were rude. They hit my knee with the food cart and I was holding ice pack for 2 hours. I still have the pain after a week. WE boarded the flight twice because of the temperature inside the plan.

First keep the airline as you promise. Reason for travelling from Orlando to Tampa is to go with Qatar Airline. We end up with American Airline. As expected the service was horrible.

Not sure how we end up with American Airlines instead of Qatar Airways. From Philadelphia to Qatar they boarded us then they asked us to unload. After 30 minutes later they board us again. The inside the plane it was burning hot and we were sweating like crazy. Crew members are absolute rude. The way they served the passengers were horrible. One of the crew members hit my knee with food cart and kept going. I was holding an ice pack for almost 2 hours. I am still with the pain.

I felt that when I was rerouted it should have been to business class.

The flight was smooth Thank God but the delays and changing gates for 3-4 times made me so tired of walking back and forth with heavy bags I thought I was going to pass out with heavy headaches but Thank God finally found the final gate and home safe. These delays happen anytime for important reasons so just be patient when you come across these situations.

This trip was the most comfortable one I have ever experienced, the team was excellent and very helpful. I am so glad I picked Qatar Airways.

All the crew members were too slow and rude. Most of the times the registers were empty, while hundreds of customers were waiting in line, and it was impossible to get a supervisor. Despite being in line on time, I missed my freight, plus a some customers who were ahead and behind me.

Well organized boarding, efficient and on time. Nice crew on the plane. Thank you!

The Qatar Airways staff pre-boarding and also on the flight from Dallas to Doha were incredibly mediocre and arrogant. Consider retraining these individuals Other flights were ok.

My experience with Qatar airway was very unsatisfactory. They lost my child’s stroller and I was told they found it and will send it to the hotel which was a lie. I had to go back to the airport baggage claim and pick up myself after trying to contact them many times!. There was a lack professional and communication. I am very disappointed in Qatar airway and will not be recommending them to friends and family nor will I be flying with them in the future.

The economy seat was so uncomfortable, had not enough leg room for 13 hours flight, front seat basket was broken and couldn’t hold anything, food quality was horrible( we got food poisoned ) we charged for logged which used to be free. We paid too much for this flight and very disappointed. Turkish air line better to make satisfy and respect people instead of find different way to scam people.

This is really the rating of two flights. JFK to IST then IST to NQZ. New York to Istanbul was good. Good crew and all positives. The flight to Astana was so bad that brought it all down. Crew was nonexistent above the minimum, seats were cramped, and it was hot on the plane. Turkish Airlines seems to be slipping down to US based carriers level.

The 2 agents on the check in counter were super nice , helpful and very polite. Boarding was like a 1 2 3, I would recommend Turkish airlines for your next trip.

Everything was very good, except that the plane was an hour and a half late

flight with heavy turbulence old boeing 777 rest wasnt clean dashboard doesn’t work

Light and recline did not work on my seat. Very uncomfortable and could not read in the dark

Bad experience; they are not good anymore. They charge too much for luggage seat are so uncomfortable, Flight delays which may miss your next flight, they don’t care if you miss the flight or not. Zero customer services for front desk representatives Istanbul's airport I’m not using this airline any more.

I’ve been traveling for 20 years. I tried Turkish airline for the first time horrible horrible service and it would be my last time even if I get offer for a free ticket, I will not accept it. They have races and the worst Flight attendant

It wasn't good. I didn’t understand. They changed 320 dollars for 2 luggage. My ticket was regular and I paid almost 1200.00 dollars. Why they did charge? I want my money back.. thanks Yılmaz polat

Very punctual, the onboard staff was friendly and correct, the flight was fortunately very calm, the toilets were clean, in short, an excellent experience Thanks

My experience with British Airways is excellent, thanks for all 🫶🏻✈️

Old tired plane, Uncomfortable business class seat. Breakfast dreadful and meagre. At least flight was on time!

Safe arrival. Improvement on Time efficiency Effective Communication will be great.

The crew is very friendly and helpful. The food is good for airplane food. The flight is long and hard to sleep. The leg space is great. The plane arrived in plenty of time.

A good flight back to Tampa and thankfully although we had a 90 minute delay because of thunder storms from Charlotte to bottom iof Florida, it was a prudent to avoid these for a comfortable flight as opposed to being tossed around with turbulence.

They removed our booking without telling us. Cost us thousands to book last minute

Enjoyable flight, helpful crew everything was organized to accommodate passengers.

Captain sick. Unable to get replacement so delayed me 30 hours, many others delayed 54 hours. TOTALLY DESTROYED ALL MY PLANS, including lost my rental car which would now cost over 5 times what I paid so stuck with buses n trains... lost hotel reservations.... HORRIBLE!!!

The international flight from PHL to Lisbon was one of the worst I’ve experienced, ever. What was really disappointing was the entire experience of comfort and service in the coach cabin after takeoff. The food was inedible and the wine served with dinner was such low quality - it tasted of petrol. I couldn’t eat more than a bite or two of the chicken entree, being worried it would make me ill. The service took so long to reach the entire coach cabin, I ended up having the lights turned off on me as though I had to rush though dinner (though as I mentioned, it wasn’t as if I ate much - only the salad). Most of the attendants seemed generally annoyed and were not friendly or polite. While there was some turbulence, it wasn’t too uncomfortable and I know that is just a chance. The temperature of the cabin was so warm, even a friend a row or two up and on the other side of the plane felt like this. To top it all off, the seat was so uncomfortable and flattened/overused, I had back pains for DAYS afterward.

They’ve lost my bag and I have no way of really getting in touch with anyone and have received no updates.

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