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$1,422+ Cheap flights from Portland (PDX) 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 10/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PDX — CPT
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Portland to Cape Town Intl are usually found in September or April, booked 79 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Sunday and return on a Wednesday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Portland (PDX) 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 June 12, 2025.

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$1,422
(American Airlines)

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September

Average price

$1,699
From Portland to Cape Town Intl
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Cheapest flights from Portland to Cape Town
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 June 12, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Mon 10/67:25 pmPDX - CPT
1 stop30h 35mAmerican Airlines
Wed 11/56:45 pmCPT - PDX
2 stops32h 04mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$1,422
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/710:30 amPDX - CPT
2 stops41h 30mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/32:35 pmCPT - PDX
3 stops36h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$1,427
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Wed 10/85:15 pmPDX - CPT
2 stops37h 05mUnited Airlines
Wed 10/297:50 pmCPT - PDX
2 stops27h 56mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$1,453
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/31:09 pmPDX - CPT
2 stops36h 51mBritish Airways
Sat 9/136:55 pmCPT - PDX
1 stop31h 40mBritish Airways
Deal found 6/10$1,459
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Tue 10/710:00 amPDX - CPT
2 stops34h 55mDelta
Mon 11/39:30 pmCPT - PDX
1 stop25h 56mDelta
Deal found 6/11$1,490
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/37:00 amPDX - CPT
2 stops42h 50mQatar Airways
Sat 9/131:00 pmCPT - PDX
2 stops37h 06mQatar Airways
Deal found 6/12$1,532
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/231:25 pmPDX - CPT
1 stop30h 45mKLM
Wed 4/811:15 pmCPT - PDX
2 stops28h 56mKLM
Deal found 6/12$1,582
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/187:00 amPDX - CPT
3 stops41h 25mSingapore Airlines
Fri 11/710:40 amCPT - PDX
3 stops40h 10mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 6/12$1,787
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/143:41 pmPDX - CPT
2 stops29h 59mLufthansa
Mon 12/229:30 amCPT - PDX
2 stops42h 54mLufthansa
Deal found 6/11$1,819

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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 June 12, 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

PDX - CPT

PDXCPT

Portland

Mon 10/6

7:25 pm-11:00 am

1 stop30h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 11/5

6:45 pm-4:49 pm

2 stops32h 04m

$1,422

PortlandCape Town

PDX - CPT

PDXCPT

Portland

Tue 10/7

10:30 am-1:00 pm

2 stops41h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 11/3

2:35 pm-4:35 pm

3 stops36h 00m

$1,427

PortlandCape Town

PDX - CPT

PDXCPT

Portland

Wed 10/8

5:15 pm-3:20 pm

2 stops37h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 10/29

7:50 pm-2:46 pm

2 stops27h 56m

$1,453

PortlandCape Town

PDX - CPT

PDXCPT

Portland

Wed 9/3

1:09 pm-11:00 am

2 stops36h 51m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 9/13

6:55 pm-5:35 pm

1 stop31h 40m

$1,459

PortlandCape Town

PDX - CPT

PDXCPT

Portland

Tue 10/7

10:00 am-5:55 am

2 stops34h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 11/3

9:30 pm-1:26 pm

1 stop25h 56m

$1,490

PortlandCape Town

PDX - CPT

PDXCPT

Portland

Wed 9/3

7:00 am-10:50 am

2 stops42h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 9/13

1:00 pm-5:06 pm

2 stops37h 06m

$1,532

PortlandCape Town

PDX - CPT

PDXCPT

Portland

Sun 11/23

1:25 pm-6:10 am

1 stop30h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 4/8

11:15 pm-7:11 pm

2 stops28h 56m

$1,582

PortlandCape Town

PDX - CPT

PDXCPT

Portland

Sat 10/18

7:00 am-9:25 am

3 stops41h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 11/7

10:40 am-4:50 pm

3 stops40h 10m

$1,787

PortlandCape Town

PDX - CPT

PDXCPT

Portland

Thu 9/25

7:03 am-9:25 am

3 stops41h 22m

$1,537

PortlandCape Town

PDX - CPT

PDXCPT

Portland

Thu 9/25

5:36 pm-8:05 am

2 stops53h 29m

$1,804

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Best time to book a flight from Portland to Cape Town

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Cape Town from Portland with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Portland to Cape Town

How far ahead should I book a flight from Portland to Cape Town?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Portland to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Portland to Cape Town may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 79 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland to Cape Town (average of $1,292). Flying from Portland 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 PDX 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 June 12, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Portland to Cape Town in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 5% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Portland to Cape Town?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Portland to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Portland to Cape Town flight should consider departing on Monday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Cape Town by month

Plan your trip to Cape Town by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Cape Town ranges from 0.8 - 3.9 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Cape Town when rainfall is around 0.8 in.

Temperature in Cape Town by month

Plan your trip to Cape Town by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Cape Town, 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 69.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 53.6 F).

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 June 12, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Singapore Airlines, Delta and KLM from Portland to Cape Town by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,302 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,302 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,302 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,302 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,358 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,302 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,584 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,302 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,302 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

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 are the cheapest airlines flying from Portland to Cape Town round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Portland to Cape Town is American Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $1,422 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are United Airlines and British Airways, starting at $1,453 and $1,459 round-trip. Users have found that American Airlines is 17% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • 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 to Cape Town?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland to Cape Town (average of $1,292). Flying from Portland 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$778Average$1,392FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
British AirwaysCheapest$1,067Average$1,603FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,193Average$1,371FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,472Average$1,632FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$1,527Average$1,860FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
KLMCheapest$1,575Average$1,781FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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