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Cheapest return flight
R19 295
Typical prices: R26 452-R32 956
Qatar Airways
Sat 21/4Mon 21/5
PDX - CPT • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
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Typical prices: R14 438-R20 950
Multiple Airlines
Thu 8/2
PDX - CPT • 3 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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February
Cheapest • 22% price drop
September
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS)
Cheapest • Avg R27 646 (return)
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Shortest trip • 24h 12m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Portland to Cape Town (PDX-CPT)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Portland to Cape Town

Wed, Apr 21 - Fri, May 21
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11:40 - 17:20PDX  Portland-CPT Cape Town Intl
44h 40m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Doha Hamad Intl
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13:15 - 16:37CPT  Cape Town Intl-PDX Portland
36h 22m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Seattle/Tacoma Intl
R19 295Qatar Airways
2 hours ago
Wed, Apr 21 - Fri, May 21
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6:07 - 17:20PDX  Portland-CPT Cape Town Intl
50h 13m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Doha Hamad Intl
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19:30 - 16:37CPT  Cape Town Intl-PDX Portland
30h 07m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Seattle/Tacoma Intl
R19 394Qatar Airways
2 days ago
Fri, Apr 2 - Fri, Apr 9
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13:59 - 17:20PDX  Portland-CPT Cape Town Intl
42h 21m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Doha Hamad Intl
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19:30 - 18:33CPT  Cape Town Intl-PDX Portland
32h 03m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Seattle/Tacoma Intl
R20 102Qatar Airways
3 hours ago
Fri, Apr 2 - Fri, Apr 9
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7:15 - 17:20PDX  Portland-CPT Cape Town Intl
49h 05m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Doha Hamad Intl
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13:15 - 16:37CPT  Cape Town Intl-PDX Portland
36h 22m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Seattle/Tacoma Intl
R20 102Qatar Airways
2 days ago
Sun, Dec 6 - Sun, Dec 20
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13:17 - 16:10PDX  Portland-CPT Cape Town Intl
40h 53m2 stops San Francisco Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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20:50 - 15:26CPT  Cape Town Intl-PDX Portland
28h 36m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
R25 947United Airlines
17 hours ago
Sun, Dec 6 - Sun, Dec 20
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19:25 - 16:10PDX  Portland-CPT Cape Town Intl
34h 45m2 stops San Francisco Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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20:50 - 20:37CPT  Cape Town Intl-PDX Portland
33h 47m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
R25 947United Airlines
17 hours ago
Sun, Nov 22 - Sun, Dec 6
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23:30 - 16:10PDX  Portland-CPT Cape Town Intl
30h 40m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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20:50 - 18:23CPT  Cape Town Intl-PDX Portland
31h 33m3 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Denver Intl San Francisco
R28 449United Airlines
17 hours ago
Sat, Feb 13 - Sun, Feb 28
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16:05 - 18:00PDX  Portland-CPT Cape Town Intl
39h 55m3 stops Denver Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl Newark
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20:50 - 13:15CPT  Cape Town Intl-PDX Portland
26h 25m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Denver Intl
R28 482United Airlines
3+ days ago
Sat, Dec 5 - Sat, Dec 12
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12:55 - 18:00PDX  Portland-CPT Cape Town Intl
43h 05m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Newark
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9:30 - 18:23CPT  Cape Town Intl-PDX Portland
66h 53m3 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Denver Intl San Francisco
R28 877United Airlines
1 day ago
Sun, Nov 22 - Fri, Dec 4
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23:10 - 16:10PDX  Portland-CPT Cape Town Intl
31h 00m2 stops Newark Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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20:50 - 18:31CPT  Cape Town Intl-PDX Portland
31h 41m3 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Denver Intl San Francisco
R29 355United Airlines
3+ days ago
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Portland to Cape Town flights

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

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

Return flights from Portland to Cape Town typically range from R26 452 to R32 956. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R19 295 on Qatar Airways.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Portland to Cape Town. It’s 17% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 11% higher.

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

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Portland to Cape Town at R22 950 return.
•July (R35 545) and August (R32 960) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 54% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Portland to Cape Town flights

Low season

June

Cheapest flight

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Beat the crowds with an average 45% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 66% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Portland to Cape Town

When to book flights from Portland to Cape Town

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Portland 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 Portland to Cape Town flight questions, answered

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

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

    A direct flight from Portland to Cape Town takes 00m, covering 26 532 km.

  • 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.

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

    Return flights from Portland to Cape Town range from R26 452 to R32 956, with an average of R29 528 over the past 12 months. Anything below R26 452 counts as a good deal.

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

    One-way fares from Portland to Cape Town are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R15 398, which is 23% below the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT)?

    Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around R49 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Sixt
    • Europcar
    • Woodford
    • GREEN MOTION
    • Hertz

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

    Flights from Portland to Cape Town usually depart from Portland (PDX) and arrive at Cape Town Intl (CPT).

  • 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) – 74% of one-stop connections
    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) – 15% of one-stop connections
    • London Heathrow (LHR) – 8% of one-stop connections
    • Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) – 3% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 26% on flights from Portland to Cape Town. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at R24 630 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at R32 960, a difference of R8 331.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

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

    Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 24h 12m, compared to 27h 40m via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) and 31h 02m via London Heathrow (LHR).

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

    Cape Town is 9 hours ahead of Portland (South Africa Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Cape Town?

    Some of the most popular sights in Cape Town are Sea Point Pavilion, Bloubergstrand Beach, and Camps Bay Beach. These are among the most viewed places in Cape Town on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Portland to Cape Town 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 Sunday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Sunday flights average R24 630, about R8 331 less than Friday fares (25% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Portland to Cape Town trip for February. Fares historically average R22 950 return in that month – typically R12 595 less than the most expensive month, which is July (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

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