How long is the flight from South Africa to Seattle?

Airlines like Virgin Atlantic, British Airways, and United Airlines fly from South Africa to Seattle in about 29h 29m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 6h 48m. The distance from South Africa to Seattle is about 16433 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 R10 419 on Qatar Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Emirates from R13 313 and British Airways from R15 605 one-way.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Seattle ranges from 18.0 - 168.0 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 168.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Seattle when rainfall is around 18.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Seattle, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 19.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of December, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 5.0 C).

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

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

What are the most popular airlines that fly from South Africa to Seattle?

Consider Qatar Airways, United Airlines or KLM when booking your flight. These represent the most popular airlines when flying from South Africa to Seattle.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from ZA to SEA?

When flying from South Africa to Seattle, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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.

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?

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One-way from	R10 620
Popular in	January
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Average price	R17 812

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Seattle (average of R17 163). Flying from South Africa to Seattle in January is currently the most expensive (average of R21 757). 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 far ahead should I book a flight from South Africa to Seattle?

Booking 37 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from South Africa to Seattle. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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Get a feel of what it's like to fly with KLM,Virgin Atlantic, andQatar Airways 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.

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Having to wait 2 hours in line just to get a boarding pass with no checked baggage is unacceptable for a modern airport. Receiving only 2 out of 9 boarding passes and then having to wait another 2 hours for the remaining ones is a disaster.

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Related info for your journey

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 Virgin Atlantic, British Airways, and United Airlines fly from South Africa to Seattle in about 29h 29m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 6h 48m. The distance from South Africa to Seattle is about 16433 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 R10 419 on Qatar Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Emirates from R13 313 and British Airways from R15 605 one-way.
What are the most popular routes from South Africa to Seattle?
While some choose either Johannesburg OR Tambo - Seattle/Tacoma Intl or Port Elizabeth - Seattle/Tacoma Intl, Cape Town Intl - 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Seattle (average of R17 163). Flying from South Africa to Seattle in January is currently the most expensive (average of R21 757). 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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American Airlines	CheapestR15 372	AverageR17 904	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%	Search American Airlines flights
Turkish Airlines	CheapestR15 558	AverageR19 590	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Air France	CheapestR15 900	AverageR17 830	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%	Search Air France flights
United Airlines	CheapestR15 941	AverageR18 436	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%	Search United Airlines flights
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British Airways	CheapestR17 051	AverageR20 334	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time70%	Search British Airways flights
Qatar Airways	CheapestR18 595	AverageR20 081	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time68%	Search Qatar Airways flights
Emirates	CheapestR21 465	AverageR23 518	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search Emirates flights

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