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Cheap flights from South Africa to Seattle from R10 651

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 15/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — SEA
Feb 19 — Feb 261
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from South Africa to Seattle

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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 20 January 2026.

Sun 10/521:15
JNB
-
SEA
1 stop30h 10m
American Airlines
Sun 31/513:35
SEA
-
JNB
1 stop34h 50m
American Airlines
Deal found 20/1R15 787
Tue 28/421:15
JNB
-
SEA
1 stop23h 20m
American Airlines
Tue 16/613:35
SEA
-
JNB
1 stop32h 25m
American Airlines
Deal found 20/1R15 853
Tue 28/419:25
JNB
-
SEA
2 stops32h 35m
SWISS
Tue 16/69:55
SEA
-
JNB
2 stops38h 25m
SWISS
Deal found 20/1R15 869
Mon 26/120:50
CPT
-
SEA
3 stops34h 22m
United Airlines
Tue 3/39:00
SEA
-
CPT
2 stops23h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 19/1R15 935
Thu 22/122:00
JNB
-
SEA
2 stops33h 15m
United Airlines
Thu 5/28:40
SEA
-
JNB
2 stops23h 55m
United Airlines
Deal found 19/1R15 951
Mon 26/120:50
CPT
-
SEA
1 stop29h 45m
Delta
Mon 2/318:25
SEA
-
CPT
1 stop31h 40m
Delta
Deal found 20/1R15 951
Thu 22/121:30
JNB
-
SEA
1 stop27h 19m
Delta
Thu 5/211:17
SEA
-
JNB
2 stops35h 18m
Delta
Deal found 19/1R15 968
Tue 20/1020:00
CPT
-
SEA
1 stop28h 35m
United Airlines
Tue 3/117:00
SEA
-
CPT
2 stops25h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 19/1R15 968
Mon 26/120:50
CPT
-
SEA
1 stop24h 17m
United Airlines
Mon 2/35:00
SEA
-
CPT
2 stops25h 10m
United Airlines
Deal found 20/1R15 984
Tue 17/221:30
CPT
-
SEA
1 stop35h 42m
Delta
Tue 24/218:25
SEA
-
CPT
1 stop31h 40m
Delta
Deal found 20/1R16 083
Tue 20/1020:05
CPT
-
SEA
1 stop31h 54m
Delta
Tue 3/1121:20
SEA
-
CPT
1 stop35h 55m
Delta
Deal found 19/1R16 148
Fri 23/119:05
JNB
-
SEA
1 stop32h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 27/119:00
SEA
-
JNB
1 stop29h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 18/1R16 362

Find 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 20 January 2026.

Round-trip from

R15 787

One-way from

R10 651

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

R15 705
American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 10/5-31/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 65h 00m total
  • South Africa to Seattle
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15/3
  • 15/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 38h 54m total
  • South Africa to Seattle
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (R13 116 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R3 048 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
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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 20 January 2026.
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

Sun 10/5

21:15-18:25

1 stop30h 10m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Sun 31/5

13:35-9:25

1 stop34h 50m

R15 787

JohannesburgSeattle

JNB - SEA

JNBSEA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 28/4

19:25-19:00

2 stops32h 35m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Tue 16/6

9:55-9:20

2 stops38h 25m

R15 869

Cape TownSeattle

CPT - SEA

CPTSEA

Cape Town Intl

Tue 17/2

20:50-20:56

1 stop34h 06m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Tue 24/2

7:00-18:00

2 stops25h 00m

R15 951

JohannesburgSeattle

JNB - SEA

JNBSEA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 28/4

21:15-11:35

1 stop23h 20m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Tue 16/6

17:40-7:00

2 stops28h 20m

R15 984

JohannesburgSeattle

JNB - SEA

JNBSEA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 10/5

23:15-0:22

2 stops34h 07m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Sun 31/5

9:30-21:20

2 stops26h 50m

R16 411

Cape TownSeattle

CPT - SEA

CPTSEA

Cape Town Intl

Mon 16/2

14:00-11:25

2 stops31h 25m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Fri 27/2

15:05-21:55

1 stop44h 50m

R16 493

Cape TownSeattle

CPT - SEA

CPTSEA

Cape Town Intl

Mon 16/2

15:20-11:25

2 stops30h 05m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Fri 27/2

16:55-6:10

2 stops27h 15m

R18 200

Cape TownSeattle

CPT - SEA

CPTSEA

Cape Town Intl

Mon 16/2

7:55-14:45

2 stops40h 50m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Fri 27/2

23:15-21:55

2 stops36h 40m

R18 282

JohannesburgSeattle

JNB - SEA

JNBSEA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 20/2

12:45-11:40

1 stop32h 55m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Fri 6/3

10:22-3:55

2 stops31h 33m

R18 856

Cape TownSeattle

CPT - SEA

CPTSEA

Cape Town Intl

Fri 6/3

23:45-17:10

2 stops27h 25m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Fri 13/3

16:00-21:55

1 stop44h 55m

R19 414

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Seattle

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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 R13 506). Flying from South Africa to Seattle in August is currently the most expensive (average of R15 968). 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 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 20 January 2026.
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
3 484 reviews
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Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 484 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 484 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
KLM
7,7
Good
1 442 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 484 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
Virgin Atlantic
7,5
Good
678 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 484 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 183 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 484 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 690 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 484 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.

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 American Airlines, SWISS, and United Airlines fly from South Africa to Seattle in about 30h 10m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 3h 56m. 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 R9 887 on Qatar Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Turkish Airlines from R11 311 and Emirates from R12 876 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Seattle (average of R13 506). Flying from South Africa to Seattle in August is currently the most expensive (average of R15 968). 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 20 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapestR14 916AverageR16 757FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air FranceCheapestR15 083AverageR16 673FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR15 142AverageR16 124FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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American AirlinesCheapestR15 155AverageR17 947FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR15 354AverageR17 521FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR15 508AverageR17 653FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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LufthansaCheapestR15 774AverageR17 930FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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DeltaCheapestR15 855AverageR18 840FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR15 861AverageR21 537FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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British AirwaysCheapestR16 617AverageR18 474FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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