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Cheap flights from Portland to Cape Town from R11 090

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
Jul 17 — Jul 241
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 17 June 2026.

Wed 8/723:30
PDX
-
CPT
1 stop30h 50m
United Airlines
Tue 14/720:00
CPT
-
PDX
2 stops33h 54m
United Airlines
Deal found 15/6R24 690
Sat 28/118:00
PDX
-
CPT
1 stop22h 10m
United Airlines
Wed 9/1220:50
CPT
-
PDX
1 stop34h 31m
United Airlines
Deal found 15/6R24 787
Mon 30/1113:20
PDX
-
CPT
1 stop23h 20m
KLM
Sun 13/127:30
CPT
-
PDX
1 stop37h 50m
KLM
Deal found 15/6R24 803
Wed 2/127:00
PDX
-
CPT
2 stops29h 40m
KLM
Sun 13/127:30
CPT
-
PDX
1 stop37h 50m
KLM
Deal found 15/6R24 884
Tue 1/1222:56
PDX
-
CPT
1 stop33h 04m
United Airlines
Wed 9/1220:50
CPT
-
PDX
1 stop34h 31m
United Airlines
Deal found 15/6R24 949
Mon 30/1113:20
PDX
-
CPT
1 stop23h 20m
KLM
Thu 10/120:30
CPT
-
PDX
2 stops30h 57m
KLM
Deal found 15/6R24 965
Thu 8/1010:51
PDX
-
CPT
2 stops38h 24m
Qatar Airways
Thu 5/1118:55
CPT
-
PDX
2 stops31h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 12/6R24 998
Wed 2/1213:25
PDX
-
CPT
2 stops30h 20m
KLM
Thu 10/120:30
CPT
-
PDX
2 stops30h 57m
KLM
Deal found 15/6R25 046
Mon 30/1122:59
PDX
-
CPT
2 stops57h 01m
United Airlines
Wed 9/1220:50
CPT
-
PDX
1 stop34h 31m
United Airlines
Deal found 15/6R25 111
Wed 14/109:28
PDX
-
CPT
2 stops47h 02m
Qatar Airways
Wed 11/1118:55
CPT
-
PDX
2 stops31h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 16/6R25 143

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 17 June 2026.

Round-trip from

R24 690

One-way from

R11 090

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R28 365
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 8/7-14/7
  • 4 total stops
  • 58h 34m total
  • Portland to Cape Town
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 25/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 38h 45m total
  • Portland to Cape Town
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (R30 895 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R6 942 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

PortlandCape Town

PDX - CPT

PDXCPT

Portland

Wed 8/7

22:40-15:20

2 stops31h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 14/7

20:00-21:46

2 stops34h 46m

R24 690

PortlandCape Town

PDX - CPT

PDXCPT

Portland

Mon 30/11

13:20-22:40

1 stop23h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 13/12

7:30-11:20

1 stop37h 50m

R24 803

PortlandCape Town

PDX - CPT

PDXCPT

Portland

Thu 24/9

7:09-10:15

2 stops42h 06m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 28/9

19:30-16:50

2 stops30h 20m

R27 248

PortlandCape Town

PDX - CPT

PDXCPT

Portland

Wed 8/7

22:55-17:50

1 stop33h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 14/7

20:05-10:27

1 stop23h 22m

R28 268

PortlandCape Town

PDX - CPT

PDXCPT

Portland

Tue 28/7

13:05-21:25

1 stop23h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 18/8

23:15-22:12

2 stops31h 57m

R29 061
Fastest return journey

PortlandCape Town

PDX - CPT

PDXCPT

Portland

Wed 16/9

10:56-17:10

1 stop21h 14m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 25/10

20:50-20:25

1 stop32h 35m

R29 385
Cheapest one-way

PortlandCape Town

PDX - CPT

PDXCPT

Portland

Sat 22/8

10:45-10:15

2 stops38h 30m

R11 722

PortlandCape Town

PDX - CPT

PDXCPT

Portland

Fri 6/11

10:45-10:30

2 stops37h 45m

R15 429
Fastest single journey

PortlandCape Town

PDX - CPT

PDXCPT

Portland

Thu 5/11

11:40-18:35

1 stop20h 55m

R19 801

PortlandCape Town

PDX - CPT

PDXCPT

Portland

Fri 6/11

10:00-18:00

1 stop22h 00m

R19 801

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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 569). Flying from Portland to Cape Town in August is currently the most expensive (average of R32 413). 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.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Portland to Cape Town?

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 17 June 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
9 842 reviews
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Crew

8,1

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,7

Food

6,6

Overall

7,4

Comfort

7,3

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
9 842 reviews
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 842 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,1

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,7

Food

6,6

Overall

7,4

Comfort

7,3

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 23h 20m. Fly via United Airlines, KLM, or Qatar Airways to get the fastest option. The distance from Portland to Cape Town is about 16486 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

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

    United Airlines, at R24 075, was found to be the cheapest airline from Portland to Cape Town.. Users have found that United Airlines is 13% 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 569). Flying from Portland to Cape Town in August is currently the most expensive (average of R32 413). 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 075AverageR28 011FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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