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Cheapest return flight
R26 105
Typical prices: R23 202-R30 279
Delta
Sun 11/2Mon 19/2
PWM - CPT • 1 stop
Direct flights
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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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Top stopover airports
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Cheapest • Avg R21 658 (return)
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD)
Shortest trip • 20h 36m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Portland to Cape Town (PWM-CPT)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Portland to Cape Town

Thu, Feb 11 - Fri, Feb 19
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6:00 - 18:35PWM  Portland-CPT Cape Town Intl
29h 35m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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0:30 - 23:49CPT  Cape Town Intl-PWM Portland
30h 19m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol New York John F Kennedy Intl
R26 105Delta
Thu, Feb 11 - Fri, Feb 19
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6:00 - 18:35PWM  Portland-CPT Cape Town Intl
29h 35m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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0:30 - 11:53CPT  Cape Town Intl-PWM Portland
42h 23m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
R26 188Delta
Thu, Feb 11 - Sat, Feb 20
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14:35 - 5:45PWM  Portland-CPT Cape Town Intl
32h 10m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Amsterdam Schiphol
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8:30 - 23:49CPT  Cape Town Intl-PWM Portland
46h 19m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle New York John F Kennedy Intl
R26 620Multiple Airlines
Thu, Feb 11 - Sat, Feb 20
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14:35 - 5:45PWM  Portland-CPT Cape Town Intl
32h 10m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Amsterdam Schiphol
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8:30 - 23:49CPT  Cape Town Intl-PWM Portland
46h 19m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle New York John F Kennedy Intl
R26 637Multiple Airlines
Fri, Jan 29 - Fri, Feb 5
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12:50 - 22:40PWM  Portland-CPT Cape Town Intl
26h 50m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Amsterdam Schiphol
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0:30 - 23:49CPT  Cape Town Intl-PWM Portland
30h 19m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol New York John F Kennedy Intl
R26 853Delta
Mon, Feb 1 - Tue, Mar 2
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6:00 - 18:35PWM  Portland-CPT Cape Town Intl
29h 35m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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0:30 - 23:49CPT  Cape Town Intl-PWM Portland
30h 19m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol New York John F Kennedy Intl
R27 768Delta
Mon, Feb 1 - Tue, Mar 2
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12:50 - 18:35PWM  Portland-CPT Cape Town Intl
22h 45m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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0:30 - 23:49CPT  Cape Town Intl-PWM Portland
30h 19m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol New York John F Kennedy Intl
R27 851Delta
Mon, Feb 1 - Wed, Mar 3
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9:40 - 16:10PWM  Portland-CPT Cape Town Intl
23h 30m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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20:50 - 13:38CPT  Cape Town Intl-PWM Portland
23h 48m1 stop Newark
R27 934Multiple Airlines
Thu, Feb 11 - Fri, Feb 19
Delta Logo
6:00 - 18:35PWM  Portland-CPT Cape Town Intl
29h 35m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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0:30 - 11:53CPT  Cape Town Intl-PWM Portland
42h 23m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
R28 549Delta
Fri, Jan 29 - Sat, Feb 6
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15:14 - 18:00PWM  Portland-CPT Cape Town Intl
19h 46m1 stop Newark
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20:50 - 13:34CPT  Cape Town Intl-PWM Portland
23h 44m1 stop Newark
R29 430Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Portland to Cape Town flights

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

Return flights from Portland to Cape Town typically range from R23 202 to R30 279. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R26 105 on Delta.

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Key details for Portland to Cape Town flights

Cheapest flight

R26 105
Round-trip 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 20 025 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 R23 202 to R30 279, with an average of R26 528 over the past 12 months. Anything below R23 202 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Portland to Cape Town 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 R26 105 to R173 655. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

  • 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 (PWM) and arrive at Cape Town Intl (CPT).

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

    Connecting flights from Portland to Cape Town most commonly pass through:

    • Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) – 67% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) – 33% 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 42% on flights from Portland to Cape Town. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at R21 665 return on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at R36 730, a difference of R15 064.

    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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 20h 36m, compared to 31h 40m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

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

    Cape Town is 6 hours ahead of Portland (South Africa Time vs Eastern 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 Tuesday. On this route, Sunday flights average R21 665, about R15 064 less than Tuesday fares (41% savings) 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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