How long is the flight from Seattle to South Africa?

A quick flight from Seattle to South Africa can take about 35h 10m. Cathay Pacific provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R18 252. The distance between Seattle and South Africa is about 16507 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in South Africa ranges from 0.0 - 120.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 120.0 mm. June is typically the driest time to visit South Africa when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to South Africa, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 10.0 C).

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

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

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

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Seattle to South Africa as you normally would.

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

For a flight from Seattle to South Africa, you will be flying from Seattle/Tacoma Intl. Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) is just 18,4 km from the centre of the city.

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

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

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

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Average price	R25 377

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Seattle to South Africa (average of R18 028). Flying from Seattle to South Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of R31 466). 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 Seattle to South Africa?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Seattle to South Africa, you should look to book at least 64 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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What airport do you fly from for flights from Seattle to South Africa?
For a flight from Seattle to South Africa, you will be flying from Seattle/Tacoma Intl. Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) is just 18,4 km from the centre of the city.
How long is the flight from Seattle to South Africa?
A quick flight from Seattle to South Africa can take about 35h 10m. Cathay Pacific provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R18 252. The distance between Seattle and South Africa is about 16507 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.
What are the most popular routes from Seattle to South Africa?
While some choose either Seattle/Tacoma Intl - Johannesburg OR Tambo or Seattle/Tacoma Intl - Durban King Shaka Intl, Seattle/Tacoma Intl - Cape Town Intl is the most popular route from Seattle to South Africa.
Can I find deals for flights from Seattle to South Africa that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Seattle to South Africa flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Seattle to South Africa?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Seattle to South Africa.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Seattle to South Africa?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Seattle to South Africa 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 Seattle to South Africa?
Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Seattle to South Africa (average of R18 028). Flying from Seattle to South Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of R31 466). 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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