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Cheap flights from South Africa to Seattle from R11 238

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 12/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — SEA
Dec 29 — Jan 51
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from South Africa to Seattle

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to Seattle flight deals. Data was last updated 29 November 2025.

Round-trip from

R16 514

One-way from

R11 238

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

R16 977
American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 4/2-8/2
  • 3 total stops
  • 69h 16m total
  • South Africa to Seattle
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12/2
  • 12/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 39h 54m total
  • South Africa to Seattle
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High demand for flights, 0% potential price rise
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R2 977 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
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Cheapest flights from South Africa to Seattle
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to Seattle. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 29 November 2025.

Wed 17/1220:50CPT - SEA
2 stops27h 08mUnited Airlines
Wed 7/123:45SEA - CPT
2 stops30h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 28/11R16 600
Sat 6/1222:00JNB - SEA
3 stops33h 00mUnited Airlines
Mon 5/15:00SEA - JNB
2 stops27h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 27/11R16 788
Fri 5/1219:20JNB - SEA
1 stop26h 05mKLM
Sun 4/114:10SEA - JNB
1 stop36h 00mKLM
Deal found 27/11R18 039
Fri 5/1219:20JNB - SEA
2 stops29h 38mMultiple Airlines
Sun 4/114:10SEA - JNB
1 stop36h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/11R18 176
Fri 5/1222:00JNB - SEA
2 stops28h 07mUnited Airlines
Sun 4/17:00SEA - JNB
2 stops25h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 28/11R22 441
Fri 19/1220:20JNB - SEA
1 stop25h 20mQatar Airways
Sun 25/116:05SEA - JNB
1 stop30h 35mQatar Airways
Deal found 27/11R22 561
Fri 19/1222:00JNB - SEA
3 stops33h 07mUnited Airlines
Sun 25/17:00SEA - JNB
2 stops25h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 27/11R23 418
Sat 20/127:55CPT - SEA
1 stop39h 30mKLM
Thu 1/113:40SEA - CPT
1 stop30h 10mKLM
Deal found 27/11R23 555
Fri 19/1219:20JNB - SEA
2 stops31h 13mKLM
Sun 25/114:10SEA - JNB
1 stop36h 00mKLM
Deal found 27/11R23 829
Wed 17/1220:50CPT - SEA
1 stop30h 00mDelta
Wed 7/114:10SEA - CPT
1 stop29h 40mDelta
Deal found 27/11R23 898
Sat 20/127:55CPT - SEA
1 stop39h 30mDelta
Thu 1/19:35SEA - CPT
2 stops34h 15mDelta
Deal found 27/11R25 319
Sat 20/1220:50CPT - SEA
3 stops31h 16mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/15:00SEA - CPT
2 stops25h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 27/11R30 202

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Seattle that are best for you.

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Seattle

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgSeattle

JNB - SEA

JNBSEA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 31/1

22:00-14:45

1 stop26h 45m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Sat 7/2

13:38-8:50

2 stops33h 12m

R16 583

Cape TownSeattle

CPT - SEA

CPTSEA

Cape Town Intl

Wed 17/12

20:50-13:58

2 stops27h 08m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Wed 7/1

23:45-16:10

2 stops30h 25m

R16 600

Cape TownSeattle

CPT - SEA

CPTSEA

Cape Town Intl

Thu 5/3

20:50-19:03

2 stops32h 13m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Fri 13/3

23:59-15:05

2 stops30h 06m

R16 617

Cape TownSeattle

CPT - SEA

CPTSEA

Cape Town Intl

Mon 19/1

20:50-16:35

1 stop29h 45m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Sun 25/1

22:59-19:15

1 stop34h 16m

R16 685

Cape TownSeattle

CPT - SEA

CPTSEA

Cape Town Intl

Mon 16/2

20:50-16:35

1 stop29h 45m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Fri 27/2

14:15-5:50

1 stop29h 35m

R16 754

JohannesburgSeattle

JNB - SEA

JNBSEA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 22/4

18:00-17:15

1 stop32h 15m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Sun 26/4

19:10-10:35

1 stop30h 25m

R17 336

JohannesburgSeattle

JNB - SEA

JNBSEA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 22/4

21:15-11:35

1 stop23h 20m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Sun 26/4

14:01-7:00

2 stops31h 59m

R17 868

Port ElizabethSeattle

PLZ - SEA

PLZSEA

Port Elizabeth

Wed 28/1

12:40-16:55

2 stops38h 15m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Sun 1/2

18:50-11:55

2 stops31h 05m

R18 861

Port ElizabethSeattle

PLZ - SEA

PLZSEA

Port Elizabeth

Wed 28/1

7:00-11:40

2 stops38h 40m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Sun 1/2

16:05-17:45

3 stops39h 40m

R29 534

JohannesburgSeattle

JNB - SEA

JNBSEA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/2

17:00-22:54

2 stops39h 54m

R11 238

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Seattle

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Seattle from South Africa with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from South Africa to Seattle

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Africa to Seattle?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Seattle (average of R14 099). Flying from South Africa to Seattle in August is currently the most expensive (average of R16 668). 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 ZA to SEA?

Find hourly flight availability from South Africa to Seattle. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 29 November 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from South Africa to Seattle in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 23% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from South Africa to Seattle?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from South Africa to Seattle. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their South Africa to Seattle flight should consider departing on Monday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing Seattle

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Seattle. 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 Seattle. Reviews last updated 29 November 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates, KLM, andVirgin Atlantic from South Africa to Seattle by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 425 reviews
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Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 425 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 425 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
KLM
7,7
Good
1 423 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 425 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
Virgin Atlantic
7,5
Good
675 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 425 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 056 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 425 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 544 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 425 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Seattle from South Africa?

    If you book a flight to Seattle from South Africa, you will be flying to Seattle/Tacoma Intl, which is the city’s only airport. Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) is located 18,4 km from the centre of Seattle.

  • How long is the flight from South Africa to Seattle?

    Airlines like Delta, United Airlines, and British Airways fly from South Africa to Seattle in about 26h 45m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 11h 30m. The distance from South Africa to Seattle is about 16507 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the most popular routes from South Africa to Seattle?

    While some choose either Cape Town Intl - Seattle/Tacoma Intl or Port Elizabeth - Seattle/Tacoma Intl, Johannesburg OR Tambo - Seattle/Tacoma Intl is the most popular route from South Africa to Seattle.

  • Can I find deals for flights from South Africa to Seattle that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on South Africa to Seattle flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from South Africa to Seattle?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from South Africa to Seattle?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa to Seattle 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 South Africa to Seattle?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Seattle (average of R14 099). Flying from South Africa to Seattle in August is currently the most expensive (average of R16 668). 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 10 airlines flying from South Africa to Seattle

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from South Africa to Seattle. 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 594 507 searches. Data last updated 29 November 2025.
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SWISSCheapestR14 092AverageR15 756FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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United AirlinesCheapestR15 633AverageR17 576FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air FranceCheapestR15 835AverageR17 813FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR15 870AverageR16 939FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR15 982AverageR18 153FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR16 160AverageR18 408FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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LufthansaCheapestR16 173AverageR19 806FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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DeltaCheapestR16 550AverageR19 666FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR16 557AverageR22 048FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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British AirwaysCheapestR17 375AverageR19 111FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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