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Cheap flights from South Africa to Seattle from R11 587

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 13/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — SEA
Dec 7 — Dec 141
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 7 November 2025.

Round-trip from

R16 659

One-way from

R11 587

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

R17 233
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 18/1-31/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 61h 50m total
  • South Africa to Seattle
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 13/11
  • 1 total stop
  • 31h 55m 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 (R3 059 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 7 November 2025.

Sun 9/1121:30CPT - SEA
1 stop33h 20mVirgin Atlantic
Sun 16/1114:02SEA - CPT
1 stop43h 13mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 7/11R15 426
Mon 24/1122:00JNB - SEA
1 stop26h 48mDelta
Thu 15/17:10SEA - JNB
2 stops39h 25mDelta
Deal found 5/11R16 677
Mon 22/1222:00JNB - SEA
1 stop26h 58mDelta
Wed 31/128:05SEA - JNB
2 stops38h 30mDelta
Deal found 7/11R16 746
Mon 24/1122:00JNB - SEA
2 stops32h 06mDelta
Sat 10/17:10SEA - JNB
2 stops39h 40mDelta
Deal found 5/11R16 781
Sun 21/1222:00JNB - SEA
1 stop28h 50mVirgin Atlantic
Sun 28/1216:48SEA - JNB
1 stop29h 47mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 6/11R16 798
Sun 9/1120:50CPT - SEA
2 stops27h 04mUnited Airlines
Sun 16/118:00SEA - CPT
2 stops24h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/11R16 816
Thu 13/1122:00JNB - SEA
2 stops31h 00mAmerican Airlines
Mon 17/1110:35SEA - JNB
2 stops35h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/11R16 850
Wed 17/127:55CPT - SEA
1 stop37h 30mKLM
Wed 7/114:10SEA - CPT
1 stop29h 40mKLM
Deal found 5/11R17 059
Sat 6/1222:00JNB - SEA
2 stops32h 50mDelta
Mon 5/119:20SEA - JNB
1 stop27h 15mDelta
Deal found 7/11R17 719
Thu 20/1122:10CPT - SEA
2 stops32h 49mAmerican Airlines
Mon 24/1112:42SEA - CPT
2 stops33h 23mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/11R17 736
Sun 9/117:55CPT - SEA
2 stops36h 31mKLM
Sun 16/1115:00SEA - CPT
1 stop44h 55mKLM
Deal found 7/11R18 622
Wed 17/1220:50CPT - SEA
1 stop30h 00mDelta
Wed 7/17:25SEA - CPT
2 stops36h 45mDelta
Deal found 6/11R18 796

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Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa to Seattle that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 7 November 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Seattle that are best for you.

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South Africa

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Seattle

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgSeattle

JNB - SEA

JNBSEA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 24/11

22:00-14:48

1 stop26h 48m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Thu 15/1

19:20-8:35

1 stop27h 15m

R16 677

JohannesburgSeattle

JNB - SEA

JNBSEA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 24/11

22:00-16:50

1 stop28h 50m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Wed 14/1

16:45-8:35

1 stop29h 50m

R16 677

JohannesburgSeattle

JNB - SEA

JNBSEA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 24/11

22:00-14:48

1 stop26h 48m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Sat 17/1

10:19-8:50

2 stops36h 31m

R16 677

JohannesburgSeattle

JNB - SEA

JNBSEA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 24/11

22:00-16:50

1 stop28h 50m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Sat 10/1

19:20-8:50

1 stop27h 30m

R16 677

JohannesburgSeattle

JNB - SEA

JNBSEA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 24/11

22:00-16:50

1 stop28h 50m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Fri 16/1

7:10-8:40

2 stops39h 30m

R16 677

JohannesburgSeattle

JNB - SEA

JNBSEA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 24/11

22:00-14:48

1 stop26h 48m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Tue 13/1

19:20-8:25

1 stop27h 05m

R16 677

JohannesburgSeattle

JNB - SEA

JNBSEA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 29/1

21:30-14:53

1 stop27h 23m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Thu 5/2

11:17-8:35

2 stops35h 18m

R16 746

JohannesburgSeattle

JNB - SEA

JNBSEA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 24/11

22:00-0:11

2 stops36h 11m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Sun 11/1

10:20-8:35

2 stops36h 15m

R16 781

Cape TownSeattle

CPT - SEA

CPTSEA

Cape Town Intl

Mon 16/2

20:50-16:50

1 stop30h 00m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Fri 27/2

14:15-5:50

1 stop29h 35m

R16 955

Cape TownSeattle

CPT - SEA

CPTSEA

Cape Town Intl

Wed 17/12

7:55-11:25

1 stop37h 30m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Wed 7/1

14:10-5:50

1 stop29h 40m

R17 059

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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 297). Flying from South Africa to Seattle in December is currently the most expensive (average of R17 163). 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 7 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 7 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
3 402 reviews
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Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

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
3 402 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 402 reviews
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Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

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
1 408 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 402 reviews
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Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

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
672 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 402 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

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
9 010 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 402 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

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
7 501 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 402 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

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, British Airways, and Qatar Airways fly from South Africa to Seattle in about 26h 48m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 10h 37m. The distance from South Africa to Seattle is about 16507 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from South Africa to Seattle one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as R13 637 on Turkish Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Qatar Airways from R15 096 and Delta from R16 538 one-way.

  • 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 297). Flying from South Africa to Seattle in December is currently the most expensive (average of R17 163). 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 7 November 2025.
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SWISSCheapestR14 290AverageR15 978FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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LufthansaCheapestR15 836AverageR18 423FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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United AirlinesCheapestR15 853AverageR17 756FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air FranceCheapestR16 079AverageR18 107FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR16 095AverageR17 255FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR16 207AverageR18 395FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR16 387AverageR18 700FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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DeltaCheapestR16 783AverageR19 943FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR16 790AverageR22 856FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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British AirwaysCheapestR17 613AverageR19 543FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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