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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Seattle / Tacoma International to Cape Town? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Cape Town.1.089 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 5 Mar, returning Thu, 12 Mar.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Seattle / Tacoma International on Thu, 5 Mar, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Thu, 12 Mar, arriving in Seattle / Tacoma International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 1.089 €, select.
Cape Town.1.148 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 13 Jan, returning Wed, 20 Jan.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Seattle / Tacoma International on Wed, 13 Jan, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Wed, 20 Jan, arriving in Seattle / Tacoma International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 1.148 €, select.
Cape Town.1.157 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 29 Mar, returning Sun, 5 Apr.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Seattle / Tacoma International on Sun, 29 Mar, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Sun, 5 Apr, arriving in Seattle / Tacoma International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 1.157 €, select.
Cape Town.1.163 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 17 Apr, returning Sat, 25 Apr.Return flight with Frontier Airlines and Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Seattle / Tacoma International on Fri, 17 Apr, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Sat, 25 Apr, arriving in Seattle / Tacoma International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 1.163 €, select.
Cape Town.1.198 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 10 Apr, returning Wed, 13 May.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Seattle / Tacoma International on Fri, 10 Apr, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Cape Town on Wed, 13 May, arriving in Seattle / Tacoma International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 1.198 €, select.
Cape Town.1.232 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 2 May, returning Sat, 30 May.Return flight with Icelandair and FlySafair.Outbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from Seattle / Tacoma International on Sat, 2 May, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with FlySafair, departs from Cape Town on Sat, 30 May, arriving in Seattle / Tacoma International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 1.232 €, select.
Cape Town.1.267 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 28 Aug, returning Wed, 2 Sep.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Seattle / Tacoma International on Fri, 28 Aug, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Cape Town on Wed, 2 Sep, arriving in Seattle / Tacoma International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 1.267 €, select.
Cape Town.1.375 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 9 Dec, returning Wed, 23 Dec.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Seattle / Tacoma International on Wed, 9 Dec, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Cape Town on Wed, 23 Dec, arriving in Seattle / Tacoma International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 1.375 €, select.

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Seattle / Tacoma International to Cape Town: Alternative routes

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Finding cheap flights from Seattle / Tacoma International to Cape Town: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Seattle / Tacoma International to Cape Town is 1.089 €. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Seattle / Tacoma International to Cape Town. But we found flights with one or more stops from 1.089 €.
As of February 2026, there are no flights flying from Seattle / Tacoma International to Cape Town.
The cheapest month to fly from Seattle / Tacoma International to Cape Town is usually March.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport to Cape Town Airport on Thursday, 5 March 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Seattle / Tacoma International Airport and Cape Town Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Cape Town but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Cape Town is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Turkish Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Cape Town.

Flying from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Cape Town International Airport (CPT): what you need to know

  • The timezone in Cape Town is UTC+2, which is nine hours ahead of Seattle.

  • Your SEA to CPT flight won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.

  • During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during a high season in general.

  • If you want to explore another city along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Cape Town International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between SEA and CPT:

    • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol

    • Charles de Gaulle Airport

    • London Heathrow Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)

  • Currently, 597 € is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Cape Town International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 1.089 €. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.

  • Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from SEA to CPT if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.

  • Getting cheap flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Cape Town International Airport is easier if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares across every month and snap up a great deal.

  • Never miss a deal on cheap flights from SEA to CPT by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.

  • Find the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Cape Town International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.

Handy information about Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)

  • Seattle-Tacoma International Airport scores top marks for its on-time performance. 81.27% of flights that take off from SEA reach their destination on time.

  • To reach Seattle-Tacoma International Airport from central Seattle, it'll take around 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 23 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • The trip on public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.

  • Get your travels off to a stress-free start by staying near SEA. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Cape Town International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are ideal:

Arriving at Cape Town International Airport (CPT)

Getting from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to central Cape Town

  • Cape Town International Airport is approximately 19 kilometres from central Cape Town. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.

When to fly to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Cape Town International Airport is April, while June is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Cape Town based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.

  • Book your flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Cape Town International Airport for February if you want to explore Cape Town during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 16ºC (61ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).

  • If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SEA to CPT in July. Average temperatures are between 9ºC (48ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) then.

Explore more of South Africa

  • Cape Town has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of South Africa waiting to be discovered. About 56 kilometres north-east of Cape Town, a trip to Paarl will keep your itinerary busy. Start with attractions like Bretagne Rock, Skydive Africa and Paarl Trails.

  • Worcester is another must-experience destination in South Africa and is around 97 kilometres east of Cape Town. No journey is complete without experiencing Green Valley, Queen's Plain and Worcester Town Hall.

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