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$719+ Cheap flights from Seattle (SEA) to Cape Town (CPT)

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SEA — CPT
Dec 28 — Jan 41
Sat 12/28
Sat 1/4
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Seattle/Tacoma Intl to Cape Town Intl are usually found in October or February, booked 44 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Wednesday and return on a Monday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Seattle (SEA) to Cape Town (CPT). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated December 23, 2024.

Most accurate provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Most trusted provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Round-trip from

$1,066
(Gotogate)

One-way from

$719
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$2,064
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Cheapest flights from Seattle to Cape Town
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Seattle to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 23, 2024.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/304:05 pmSEA - CPT
2 stops34h 35mQatar Airways
Sat 1/182:00 pmCPT - SEA
2 stops55h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 12/23$2,190
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/305:00 amSEA - CPT
2 stops25h 10mUnited Airlines
Sat 1/188:50 pmCPT - SEA
3 stops34h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/23$2,623
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/267:00 pmSEA - CPT
2 stops36h 20mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/67:50 pmCPT - SEA
2 stops35h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/22$6,466
This business-class.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure business-class.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/266:50 pmSEA - CPT
1 stop29h 30mBritish Airways
Mon 1/67:40 pmCPT - SEA
1 stop25h 40mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/22$9,373

Find flights from Seattle to Cape Town within your budget

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SeattleCape Town

SEA - CPT

SEACPT

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Sun 1/26

7:00 pm-12:00 pm

1 stop31h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 2/11

5:15 pm-5:05 pm

1 stop33h 50m

$1,066

SeattleCape Town

SEA - CPT

SEACPT

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Wed 2/5

7:00 pm-7:55 pm

2 stops38h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 2/12

5:15 pm-5:05 pm

1 stop33h 50m

$1,145

SeattleCape Town

SEA - CPT

SEACPT

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Sat 3/22

5:05 pm-2:30 pm

2 stops36h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 3/31

1:00 pm-12:30 pm

1 stop32h 30m

$1,261

SeattleCape Town

SEA - CPT

SEACPT

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Mon 2/3

6:50 pm-12:10 pm

1 stop31h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 2/7

6:45 pm-4:55 pm

1 stop32h 10m

$1,437

SeattleCape Town

SEA - CPT

SEACPT

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Sat 3/1

1:33 pm-8:00 am

2 stops32h 27m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 3/28

10:00 pm-12:20 pm

1 stop23h 20m

$1,449

SeattleCape Town

SEA - CPT

SEACPT

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Wed 2/19

8:10 am-1:45 pm

2 stops43h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 3/5

2:35 pm-8:24 pm

3 stops39h 49m

$1,630

SeattleCape Town

SEA - CPT

SEACPT

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Fri 1/31

9:25 am-6:30 am

2 stops35h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 3/1

8:30 am-10:25 pm

2 stops71h 55m

$1,744

SeattleCape Town

SEA - CPT

SEACPT

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Sat 3/1

3:03 pm-9:50 am

3 stops56h 47m

$719

SeattleCape Town

SEA - CPT

SEACPT

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Sat 3/1

1:45 pm-10:20 am

1 stop34h 35m

$842

SeattleCape Town

SEA - CPT

SEACPT

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Sat 5/10

3:04 pm-11:00 am

2 stops34h 56m

$894

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Seattle to Cape Town in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars
oojoPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Seattle-Cape Town flights, users find the pricing of AranGrant to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant Users can find the same prices on Seattle-Cape Town flight deals on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Seattle-Cape Town flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Seattle-Cape Town flights, Cheapflights users trust AranGrant the most. AranGrant has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Seattle-Cape Town flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Seattle to Cape Town

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Travel insights for flights from Seattle to Cape Town

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Seattle to Cape Town including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Seattle to Cape Town?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Seattle to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on December 20, 2024.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Seattle to Cape Town, you should look to book at least 44 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Seattle to Cape Town?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Seattle to Cape Town (average of $1,292). Flying from Seattle to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,830). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SEA to CPT?

Find hourly flight availability from Seattle to Cape Town. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 23, 2024.

It’s optimal to fly from Seattle to Cape Town in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 42% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Seattle to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Seattle to Cape Town flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Cape Town by month

Plan your trip to Cape Town by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Cape Town ranges from 0.8 - 3.9 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Cape Town when rainfall is around 0.8 in.

Temperature in Cape Town by month

Plan your trip to Cape Town by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Cape Town, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 69.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 53.6 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Cape Town

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cape Town. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Cape Town. Reviews last updated December 23, 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with Turkish Airlines, Qatar Airways and Ethiopian Air from Seattle to Cape Town have to say. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,588 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,588 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,588 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Qatar Airways
7.5
Good
3,790 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,588 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Air France
7.4
Good
1,503 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,588 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,020 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,588 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,902 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,588 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Seattle to Cape Town. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Seattle to Cape Town round-trip?

    Flying on Turkish Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Cape Town, with prices starting at $1,066. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Qatar Airways and British Airways, with the lowest prices starting at $1,261 and $1,437, respectively. These flights start at 33% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Seattle to Cape Town one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Seattle to Cape Town are British Airways ($842), American Airlines ($894), and Ethiopian Air ($1,155).

  • Can I find deals for flights from Seattle to Cape Town that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Seattle to Cape Town flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Seattle to Cape Town?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Seattle to Cape Town.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Seattle to Cape Town?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Seattle to Cape Town by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Seattle to Cape Town?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Seattle to Cape Town (average of $1,292). Flying from Seattle to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,830). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 8 airlines flying from Seattle to Cape Town

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Seattle to Cape Town. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 23, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,038Average$1,172FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,074Average$1,337FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,315Average$1,574FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
British AirwaysCheapest$1,405Average$1,619FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
EmiratesCheapest$1,623Average$1,776FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
KLMCheapest$1,671Average$1,965FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$1,728Average$2,065FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$1,776Average$2,052FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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