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Cheapest return flight
R14 638
Typical prices: R15 878-R20 542
Qatar Airways
Thu 1/11Thu 8/11
CPT - SEA • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
R10 105
Typical prices: R11 492-R19 458
Qatar Airways
Thu 25/10
CPT - SEA • 1 stop
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 book
14 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 14 weeks in advance save around 13% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
November
Cheapest • 12% price drop
November
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Cheapest • Avg R15 980 (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

Sun, Nov 1 - Sun, Nov 8
Qatar Airways Logo
12:35 - 10:37CPT  Cape Town Intl-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
56h 02m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Qatar Airways Logo
15:50 - 10:30SEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
32h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R14 638Qatar Airways
Thu, Nov 5 - Thu, Nov 12
Qatar Airways Logo
12:35 - 11:40CPT  Cape Town Intl-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
33h 05m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
22:40 - 17:25SEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
56h 45m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Doha Hamad Intl
R14 752Qatar Airways
Thu, Nov 5 - Thu, Nov 12
United Airlines Logo
20:50 - 20:56CPT  Cape Town Intl-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
34h 06m3 stops Newark Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
United Airlines Logo
8:09 - 16:10SEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
22h 01m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
R17 124United Airlines
Thu, Nov 5 - Thu, Nov 12
United Airlines Logo
20:50 - 20:56CPT  Cape Town Intl-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
34h 06m3 stops Newark Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
United Airlines Logo
7:00 - 16:10SEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
23h 10m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
R17 124United Airlines
Thu, Nov 5 - Thu, Nov 12
Virgin Atlantic Logo
20:50 - 19:04CPT  Cape Town Intl-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
32h 14m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Virgin Atlantic Logo
6:00 - 18:35SEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
26h 35m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
R17 173Virgin Atlantic
Sat, Oct 31 - Sun, Nov 8
Turkish Airlines Logo
0:55 - 19:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
27h 15m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
19:05 - 23:00SEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
41h 55m1 stop Istanbul
R18 131Turkish Airlines
Thu, Dec 3 - Thu, Dec 10
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
R18 895Turkish Airlines
Sun, Nov 1 - Sun, Nov 8
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:20 - 21:47CPT  Cape Town Intl-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
45h 27m2 stops Zurich San Francisco
Multiple Airlines Logo
14:50 - 16:45SEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
39h 55m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Johannesburg OR Tambo
R20 308Multiple Airlines
Thu, Nov 5 - Thu, Nov 12
Multiple Airlines Logo
20:20 - 23:18CPT  Cape Town Intl-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
36h 58m2 stops Zurich San Francisco
Multiple Airlines Logo
13:50 - 14:35SEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
38h 45m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Johannesburg OR Tambo
R20 666Multiple Airlines
Sat, Nov 28 - Mon, Dec 14
Emirates Logo
13:40 - 12:35CPT  Cape Town Intl-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
32h 55m1 stop Dubai Intl
Emirates Logo
16:05 - 16:45SEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
38h 40m1 stop Dubai Intl
R26 352Emirates
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Cape Town to Seattle flights

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

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

Return flights from Cape Town to Seattle start at R14 638. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from R15 878 to R20 542. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R14 638 on Qatar Airways.

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

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Seattle and is 11% cheaper than the average day. Thursday is the most expensive day with flight prices 4% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

•November is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Seattle at R15 776 return.
•June (R22 242) and July (R20 243) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 40% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Cape Town to Seattle the cheapest?

Flights from Cape Town to Seattle are cheapest 14 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 13% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Cape Town to Seattle flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

R10 105
Best time to beat the crowds (4% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 12% lower on average.
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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 route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

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

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

    • Economy class
    • Premium Economy Class

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

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

    • London Heathrow (LHR) – 28% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 23% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 11% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) – 10% of one-stop connections

    London Heathrow (LHR) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 15% on the Cape Town to Seattle route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at R16 052 return on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at R18 667, a difference of R2 616. 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 Seattle?

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

  • How expensive are last-minute Cape Town to Seattle flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 0% below the route average of R17 892. Booking late can sometimes save money on this route, but inventory is limited.

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

    A direct flight from Cape Town to Seattle takes 0h 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.

  • 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 R14 638 to R111 563. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x 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 in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about R14 744.

  • 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 25h 54m via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) and 26h 02m via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD).

  • 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.

  • 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 R61 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Fox
    • Europcar
    • Thrifty
    • Budget
    • Dollar

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

    Return flights from Cape Town to Seattle range from R15 878 to R20 542, with an average of R17 892 over the past 12 months. Anything below R15 878 counts as a good deal.

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 instead of Thursday. On this route, Tuesday flights average R16 052 – about R2 616 less than Thursday (14% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 14 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 13% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Cape Town to Seattle trip for November. Fares historically average R15 776 return in that month – typically R6 466 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.
    - Seattle Airport Marriott
    - Coast Gateway Hotel
    - Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Seattle Sea-Tac Airport

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