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Cheap flights from Portland to Cape Town from R11 499

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 25/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PDX — CPT
Jun 28 — Jul 51
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Portland to Cape Town
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Portland to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 29 May 2026.

Mon 21/911:48
PDX
-
CPT
2 stops37h 27m
Qatar Airways
Wed 30/919:30
CPT
-
PDX
2 stops30h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 29/5R24 876
Mon 19/1012:18
PDX
-
CPT
2 stops36h 57m
Qatar Airways
Wed 11/1118:55
CPT
-
PDX
2 stops31h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 29/5R25 105
Thu 8/105:06
PDX
-
CPT
2 stops44h 09m
Qatar Airways
Thu 5/1118:55
CPT
-
PDX
2 stops31h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 27/5R25 203
Thu 15/1012:18
PDX
-
CPT
2 stops44h 12m
Qatar Airways
Thu 12/1118:55
CPT
-
PDX
2 stops31h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 29/5R25 252
Mon 20/78:19
PDX
-
CPT
2 stops48h 11m
Qatar Airways
Wed 29/713:15
CPT
-
PDX
2 stops36h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 28/5R25 578
Wed 7/1012:18
PDX
-
CPT
2 stops36h 57m
Qatar Airways
Sat 7/1118:55
CPT
-
PDX
2 stops30h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 25/5R25 856
Sun 16/813:48
PDX
-
CPT
2 stops35h 27m
Qatar Airways
Mon 24/813:15
CPT
-
PDX
2 stops38h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 25/5R25 987
Fri 4/98:07
PDX
-
CPT
2 stops41h 08m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 20/919:30
CPT
-
PDX
2 stops33h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/5R26 134
Sun 16/813:48
PDX
-
CPT
2 stops35h 27m
Qatar Airways
Tue 25/813:15
CPT
-
PDX
2 stops38h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 25/5R26 542

Find flight deals from Portland to Cape Town

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Portland (PDX) 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 29 May 2026.

Round-trip from

R24 876

One-way from

R11 499

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R31 687
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 21/9-30/9
  • 4 total stops
  • 67h 47m total
  • Portland to Cape Town
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 25/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 35h 16m total
  • Portland to Cape Town
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R36 356 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R8 088 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Price

Cheapest return flight

PortlandCape Town

PDX - CPT

PDXCPT

Portland

Thu 8/10

12:18-10:15

2 stops36h 57m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 12/10

19:30-23:02

2 stops36h 32m

R27 604

PortlandCape Town

PDX - CPT

PDXCPT

Portland

Thu 15/10

8:25-15:20

1 stop21h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 12/11

20:50-21:21

1 stop34h 31m

R28 812

PortlandCape Town

PDX - CPT

PDXCPT

Portland

Fri 4/9

23:02-15:20

2 stops31h 18m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 20/9

20:00-20:10

1 stop33h 10m

R29 106

PortlandCape Town

PDX - CPT

PDXCPT

Portland

Thu 15/10

6:04-17:50

1 stop26h 46m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 12/11

20:50-19:08

1 stop32h 18m

R29 646

PortlandCape Town

PDX - CPT

PDXCPT

Portland

Thu 8/10

23:55-15:20

2 stops54h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 5/11

20:50-18:31

3 stops31h 41m

R30 038
Fastest return journey

PortlandCape Town

PDX - CPT

PDXCPT

Portland

Sat 15/8

9:45-17:50

2 stops23h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 25/8

20:05-13:38

2 stops26h 33m

R30 544

PortlandCape Town

PDX - CPT

PDXCPT

Portland

Thu 13/8

8:25-15:20

1 stop21h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 25/8

17:55-22:52

2 stops37h 57m

R30 560

PortlandCape Town

PDX - CPT

PDXCPT

Portland

Fri 4/9

22:55-17:50

1 stop33h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 20/9

20:05-13:00

1 stop25h 55m

R30 560

PortlandCape Town

PDX - CPT

PDXCPT

Portland

Mon 21/9

13:05-5:50

1 stop31h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 30/9

23:15-11:10

1 stop44h 55m

R30 675
Cheapest one-way

PortlandCape Town

PDX - CPT

PDXCPT

Portland

Fri 6/11

13:53-10:30

2 stops34h 37m

R15 648

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Best time to book a flight from Portland to Cape Town

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Portland to Cape Town

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland to Cape Town (average of R22 753). Flying from Portland to Cape Town in August is currently the most expensive (average of R32 700). 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.

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 29 May 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with United Airlines from Portland to Cape Town have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 762 reviews
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Crew

8,1

Comfort

7,3

Food

6,6

Boarding

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,4

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Dynasty,May 2026

LAX - EWR

The food wasn’t nice - Hosts were not that kind.
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 762 reviews
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 762 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,1

Comfort

7,3

Food

6,6

Boarding

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,4

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Dynasty,May 2026

LAX - EWR

The food wasn’t nice - Hosts were not that kind.

Related info for your journey

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

  • How long is the flight from Portland to Cape Town?

    There are many flights that can get you from Portland to Cape Town in 36h 57m. Fly via Qatar Airways to get the fastest option. The distance from Portland to Cape Town is about 16486 km.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Portland to Cape Town round-trip?

    United Airlines, at R24 289, was found to be the cheapest airline from Portland to Cape Town.. Users have found that United Airlines is 10% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Portland 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 Portland to Cape Town?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland to Cape Town (average of R22 753). Flying from Portland to Cape Town in August is currently the most expensive (average of R32 700). 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 airline flying from Portland to Cape Town

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapestR24 289AverageR28 259FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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