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Cheapest return flight
£810
Typical prices: £754-£976
Delta
Sat 1/12Mon 1/1
CPT - SEA • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
£939
Typical prices: £525-£896
Emirates
Sun 30/12
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 travel
January
Cheapest • 13% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD)
Cheapest • Avg £750 (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

Tue, 1 Dec - Fri, 1 Jan
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20:50 - 14:43CPT  Cape Town Intl-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
27h 53m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Salt Lake City
Delta Logo
23:59 - 18:35SEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
56h 36m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
£810Delta
Tue, 1 Dec - Tue, 5 Jan
Delta Logo
20:50 - 14:36CPT  Cape Town Intl-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
27h 46m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
23:10 - 18:35SEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
33h 25m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
£836Delta
Mon, 30 Nov - Wed, 6 Jan
British Airways Logo
20:35 - 11:25CPT  Cape Town Intl-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
24h 50m1 stop London Heathrow
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18:45 - 12:10SEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
31h 25m1 stop London Heathrow
£857British Airways
Wed, 2 Dec - Thu, 7 Jan
United Airlines Logo
20:50 - 13:01CPT  Cape Town Intl-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
26h 11m1 stop Newark
United Airlines Logo
17:44 - 07:40SEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
27h 56m2 stops San Francisco Munich Franz Josef Strauss
£859United Airlines
Thu, 15 Apr - Sun, 18 Apr
British Airways Logo
18:50 - 11:35CPT  Cape Town Intl-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
25h 45m1 stop London Heathrow
British Airways Logo
20:20 - 11:00SEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
29h 40m1 stop London Heathrow
£872British Airways
Thu, 15 Apr - Sun, 18 Apr
British Airways Logo
18:50 - 11:35CPT  Cape Town Intl-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
25h 45m1 stop London Heathrow
British Airways Logo
20:20 - 11:00SEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
29h 40m1 stop London Heathrow
£876British Airways
Thu, 15 Apr - Sun, 18 Apr
British Airways Logo
18:50 - 11:35CPT  Cape Town Intl-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
25h 45m1 stop London Heathrow
British Airways Logo
20:20 - 11:00SEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
29h 40m1 stop London Heathrow
£877British Airways
Thu, 15 Apr - Sun, 18 Apr
British Airways Logo
18:50 - 11:35CPT  Cape Town Intl-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
25h 45m1 stop London Heathrow
British Airways Logo
20:20 - 11:00SEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
29h 40m1 stop London Heathrow
£879British Airways
Mon, 30 Nov - Wed, 6 Jan
British Airways Logo
20:35 - 11:25CPT  Cape Town Intl-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
24h 50m1 stop London Heathrow
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15:59 - 10:30SEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
32h 31m2 stops San Francisco London Heathrow
£891British Airways
Wed, 2 Dec - Wed, 6 Jan
United Airlines Logo
20:50 - 16:18CPT  Cape Town Intl-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
29h 28m2 stops Newark Chicago O'Hare Intl
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13:50 - 07:40SEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
31h 50m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Munich Franz Josef Strauss
£892United Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Cape Town to Seattle flights

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

Return flights from Cape Town to Seattle typically range from £754 to £976. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £810 on Delta.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Seattle. It's 7% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 18% higher.

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

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Seattle at £726 return.
•June (£1,026) and July (£934) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 41% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Cape Town to Seattle flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

£810
Beat the crowds with an average 29% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 40% increase in traveller numbers.
Return flight from Cape Town to Seattle

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

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

    A direct flight from Cape Town to Seattle takes 00m, covering 10,211 miles.

  • 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.

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

    Return flights from Cape Town to Seattle range from £754 to £976, with an average of £836 over the past 12 months. Anything below £754 counts as a good deal.

  • 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 £810 to £2,486. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x 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 higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £1,690, which is 146% above the typical average for this route.

  • 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 £46 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Fox
    • Europcar
    • Thrifty
    • Budget
    • Hertz

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

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

    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 31% of one-stop connections
    • London Heathrow (LHR) – 18% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) – 12% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 10% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 21% on flights from Cape Town to Seattle. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at £785 return on average, while Monday is the most expensive at £989, a difference of £205.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • 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 24h 57m via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) and 25h 55m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

  • 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.

  • What popular places can I visit in Seattle?

    Some of the most popular sights in Seattle are The Westin Seattle, Seattle Center, and Seattle Marriott Waterfront. These are among the most viewed places in Seattle on KAYAK.

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 and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Tuesday flights average £785, about £205 less than Monday fares (21% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Cape Town to Seattle trip for January. Fares historically average £726 return in that month – typically £300 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.

    • Coast Gateway Hotel
    • Seattle Airport Marriott
    • Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Seattle Sea-Tac Airport

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