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Cheapest return flight
R25 838
Typical prices: R23 186-R29 489
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PWM - CPT • 1 stop
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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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Cheapest • Avg R21 643 (return)
Shortest trip • 21h 10m (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

Wed, Jan 20 - Sun, Jan 24
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9:10 - 18:00PWM  Portland-CPT Cape Town Intl
25h 50m1 stop Newark
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20:50 - 14:33CPT  Cape Town Intl-PWM Portland
24h 43m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
R25 838United Airlines
Wed, Jan 20 - Sun, Jan 24
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9:40 - 18:00PWM  Portland-CPT Cape Town Intl
25h 20m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Newark
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20:50 - 14:33CPT  Cape Town Intl-PWM Portland
24h 43m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
R25 921United Airlines
Thu, Feb 11 - Sat, Feb 20
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19:47 - 18:00PWM  Portland-CPT Cape Town Intl
39h 13m1 stop Newark
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20:50 - 21:29CPT  Cape Town Intl-PWM Portland
31h 39m1 stop Newark
R26 037United Airlines
Thu, Feb 11 - Sat, Feb 20
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19:47 - 16:10PWM  Portland-CPT Cape Town Intl
61h 23m2 stops Newark Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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20:50 - 21:29CPT  Cape Town Intl-PWM Portland
31h 39m1 stop Newark
R26 220United Airlines
Thu, Feb 11 - Sat, Feb 20
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19:47 - 18:00PWM  Portland-CPT Cape Town Intl
39h 13m1 stop Newark
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20:50 - 21:16CPT  Cape Town Intl-PWM Portland
55h 26m2 stops Newark Chicago O'Hare Intl
R26 253United Airlines
Thu, Feb 11 - Sat, Feb 20
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19:47 - 16:10PWM  Portland-CPT Cape Town Intl
61h 23m2 stops Newark Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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20:50 - 21:16CPT  Cape Town Intl-PWM Portland
55h 26m2 stops Newark Chicago O'Hare Intl
R26 353United Airlines
Thu, Feb 11 - Sat, Feb 20
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15:05 - 5:45PWM  Portland-CPT Cape Town Intl
31h 40m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Amsterdam Schiphol
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8:30 - 23:55CPT  Cape Town Intl-PWM Portland
46h 25m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle New York John F Kennedy Intl
R27 101KLM
Thu, Feb 11 - Sat, Feb 20
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19:47 - 18:00PWM  Portland-CPT Cape Town Intl
39h 13m1 stop Newark
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20:50 - 13:43CPT  Cape Town Intl-PWM Portland
23h 53m1 stop Newark
R27 931United Airlines
Thu, Feb 11 - Sat, Feb 20
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19:47 - 18:00PWM  Portland-CPT Cape Town Intl
39h 13m1 stop Newark
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20:50 - 18:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-PWM Portland
29h 00m1 stop Newark
R27 948United Airlines
Thu, Feb 11 - Sat, Feb 20
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19:47 - 18:00PWM  Portland-CPT Cape Town Intl
39h 13m1 stop Newark
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20:50 - 19:12CPT  Cape Town Intl-PWM Portland
29h 22m2 stops Newark Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
R28 014United 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 186 to R29 489. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R25 838 on United Airlines.

Key details for Portland to Cape Town flights

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R25 838
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When to book flights from Portland to Cape Town

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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.

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

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return prices on this route varied from about R25 838 to R41 623. That means the highest observed fare was about 61% 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 averaging R444 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Sixt
    • Europcar
    • GREEN MOTION
    • Woodford
    • Budget

  • 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:

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) – 50% of one-stop connections
    • Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) – 50% 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 651 return on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at R36 705, a difference of R15 054.

    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 21h 10m, compared to 31h 40m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

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

    Cape Town is 7 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 651, which is about R15 054 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

More options for your flight from Portland to Cape Town

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