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$1,460+ Cheap flights from Portland, ME (PWM) to Cape Town (CPT)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 9/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PWM — CPT
Aug 19 — Aug 261
Tue 8/19
Tue 8/26
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Portland to Cape Town

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Portland (PWM) to Cape Town (CPT). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated August 14, 2025.

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$1,460
(United Airlines)
From Portland to Cape Town Intl
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Portland to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 14, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/275:45 amPWM - CPT
1 stop27h 35mUnited Airlines
Sat 10/47:50 pmCPT - PWM
1 stop19h 21mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/13$1,460
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/276:00 amPWM - CPT
1 stop29h 50mDelta
Sat 10/47:45 amCPT - PWM
2 stops46h 49mDelta
Deal found 8/12$1,467
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/216:14 amPWM - CPT
2 stops27h 06mUnited Airlines
Tue 8/268:00 pmCPT - PWM
2 stops22h 54mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/13$1,525
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/211:34 pmPWM - CPT
1 stop22h 16mDelta
Tue 8/268:05 pmCPT - PWM
1 stop22h 24mDelta
Deal found 8/13$1,570
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/181:34 pmPWM - CPT
1 stop22h 16mDelta
Sun 8/248:05 pmCPT - PWM
1 stop22h 24mDelta
Deal found 8/13$1,826
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/275:20 pmPWM - CPT
3 stops35h 40mAmerican Airlines
Sat 10/46:55 pmCPT - PWM
2 stops34h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/12$8,395

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Portland to Cape Town 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated August 14, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Portland to Cape Town that are best for you.

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PortlandCape Town

PWM - CPT

PWMCPT

Portland

Sat 9/27

5:45 am-3:20 pm

1 stop27h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 10/4

7:50 pm-9:11 am

1 stop19h 21m

$1,460

PortlandCape Town

PWM - CPT

PWMCPT

Portland

Sat 9/27

6:00 am-5:50 pm

1 stop29h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 10/4

7:45 am-12:34 am

2 stops46h 49m

$1,467

PortlandCape Town

PWM - CPT

PWMCPT

Portland

Sat 9/27

5:20 pm-11:00 am

3 stops35h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 10/4

6:55 pm-11:05 pm

2 stops34h 10m

$8,395

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Deals found on 8/13

Best time to book a flight from Portland to Cape Town

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Portland, Maine to Cape Town?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland, Maine to Cape Town (average of $1,292). Flying from Portland, Maine to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,830). 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 PWM to CPT?

Find hourly flight availability from Portland to Cape Town. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated August 14, 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 4% on flights from Portland, Maine to Cape Town by exploring options for tickets at noon.

Reviews of airlines servicing Cape Town

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cape Town. 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 Cape Town. Reviews last updated August 14, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown United Airlines from Portland to Cape Town. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,916 reviews

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,916 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,916 reviews

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??

Related info for your journey

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

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Portland, Maine to Cape Town round-trip?

    United Airlines, at $1,468, was found to be the cheapest airline from Portland, Maine to Cape Town..

  • Can I find deals for flights from Portland to Cape Town that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Portland to Cape Town flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Portland to Cape Town?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Portland to Cape Town.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Portland to Cape Town?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Portland to Cape Town 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 Portland, Maine to Cape Town?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland, Maine to Cape Town (average of $1,292). Flying from Portland, Maine to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,830). 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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Discover the top airline that operate flights from Portland to Cape Town. 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated August 14, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$1,468Average$1,734FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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