CPT - SEA

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Cheapest return flight
R17 779
Typical prices: R16 738-R21 674
United Airlines
Sun 25/11Sun 14/1
CPT - SEA • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
R12 468
Typical prices: R11 654-R19 904
Multiple Airlines
Sun 25/11
CPT - SEA • 3 stops
Direct 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 travel
January
Cheapest • 13% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD)
Cheapest • Avg R16 659 (return)
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 return flight deals from Cape Town to Seattle

Wed, Nov 25 - Thu, Jan 14
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20:50 - 11:16CPT  Cape Town Intl-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
24h 26m1 stop Newark
United Airlines Logo
8:08 - 16:10SEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
22h 02m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
R17 779United Airlines
3+ days ago
Mon, Nov 23 - Thu, Jan 14
United Airlines Logo
20:50 - 11:16CPT  Cape Town Intl-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
24h 26m1 stop Newark
United Airlines Logo
8:08 - 16:10SEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
22h 02m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
R17 779United Airlines
3+ days ago
Tue, Dec 1 - Sat, Jan 2
Delta Logo
20:50 - 12:41CPT  Cape Town Intl-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
25h 51m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
6:00 - 18:35SEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
50h 35m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
R17 995Delta
2 days ago
Tue, Dec 1 - Sat, Jan 2
Delta Logo
20:50 - 14:43CPT  Cape Town Intl-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
27h 53m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Salt Lake City
Delta Logo
6:00 - 18:35SEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
50h 35m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
R17 995Delta
2 days ago
Fri, Nov 20 - Thu, Jan 14
Turkish Airlines Logo
17:15 - 17:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
33h 55m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
19:05 - 23:00SEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
41h 55m1 stop Istanbul
R19 959Turkish Airlines
3+ days ago
Sun, Nov 22 - Mon, Jan 11
KLM Logo
8:30 - 10:31CPT  Cape Town Intl-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
36h 01m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle New York John F Kennedy Intl
KLM Logo
15:25 - 5:45SEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
28h 20m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Amsterdam Schiphol
R20 841KLM
3+ days ago
Sat, Nov 21 - Thu, Jan 14
Emirates Logo
13:40 - 13:35CPT  Cape Town Intl-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
33h 55m1 stop Dubai Intl
Emirates Logo
16:05 - 11:35SEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
33h 30m1 stop Dubai Intl
R26 202Emirates
3+ days ago
Fri, Dec 4 - Thu, Jan 7
Turkish Airlines Logo
17:15 - 17:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
33h 55m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
19:05 - 12:05SEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
31h 00m1 stop Istanbul
R26 818Turkish Airlines
3+ days ago
Sat, Nov 28 - Mon, Dec 14
Emirates Logo
13:40 - 13:35CPT  Cape Town Intl-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
33h 55m1 stop Dubai Intl
Emirates Logo
16:05 - 16:45SEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
38h 40m1 stop Dubai Intl
R28 199Emirates
2 days ago
Sat, Nov 28 - Mon, Dec 14
Qatar Airways Logo
13:50 - 12:15CPT  Cape Town Intl-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
32h 25m3 stops Harare Lusaka Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
8:46 - 10:30SEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
39h 44m2 stops San Francisco Doha Hamad Intl
R48 275Qatar Airways
3+ days ago
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Cape Town to Seattle flights

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How much is a return flight from Cape Town to Seattle?

Return flights from Cape Town to Seattle typically range from R16 738 to R21 674. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R17 779 on United Airlines.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Seattle. It's 7% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 18% higher.

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

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Seattle at R16 130 return.
•June (R22 789) and July (R20 742) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 41% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Cape Town to Seattle flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

R12 468
Beat the crowds with an average 29% drop in travellers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 40% increase in travellers.
One-way flight from Cape Town to Seattle

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 answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

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

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Cape Town to Seattle.

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

    A direct flight from Cape Town to Seattle takes 00m, covering 26 445 km.

  • 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.

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

    Return flights from Cape Town to Seattle range from R16 738 to R21 674, with an average of R18 571 over the past 12 months. Anything below R16 738 counts as a good deal.

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

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about R17 779 to R129 227. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x 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 higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R26 793, which is 76% above the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Seattle/Tacoma Intl Airport (SEA)?

    Seattle/Tacoma Intl Airport (SEA) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around R63 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Fox
    • Europcar
    • Thrifty
    • Budget
    • Hertz

  • 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).

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

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

    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 31% of one-stop connections
    • London Heathrow (LHR) – 18% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) – 12% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 10% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 21% on flights from Cape Town to Seattle. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at R17 429 return on average, while Monday is the most expensive at R21 973, a difference of R4 545.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

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

    Flying via Newark (EWR) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 24h 41m, compared to 24h 57m via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) and 25h 55m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

  • 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 popular places can I visit in Seattle?

    Space Needle is one of the most viewed places in Seattle on KAYAK.

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 are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Tuesday flights average R17 429, which is about R4 545 less than Monday fares (21% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Cape Town to Seattle trip for January. Fares historically average R16 130 return in that month – typically R6 659 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.

    • Coast Gateway Hotel
    • Seattle Airport Marriott
    • Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Seattle Sea-Tac Airport

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