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$747+ Cheap flights from Portland (PDX) to Cape Town (CPT)

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 2/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PDX — CPT
Feb 7 — Feb 141
Sat 2/7
Sat 2/14
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 (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 January 8, 2026.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$1,228
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$747
(Expedia)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,630
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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 January 8, 2026.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/5. 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.
Wed 4/151:14 pmPDX - CPT
2 stops36h 46mAmerican Airlines
Mon 4/206:50 pmCPT - PDX
1 stop31h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/5$1,228
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/8. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/197:45 amPDX - CPT
2 stops45h 50mMultiple Airlines
Thu 4/301:50 pmCPT - PDX
3 stops39h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/8$1,229
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/8. 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.
Mon 10/127:30 pmPDX - CPT
1 stop30h 30mBritish Airways
Thu 10/226:50 pmCPT - PDX
1 stop31h 50mBritish Airways
Deal found 1/8$1,242
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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 8/227:30 pmPDX - CPT
1 stop30h 30mAmerican Airlines
Sun 9/66:50 pmCPT - PDX
1 stop31h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/6$1,248
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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.
Sat 10/37:30 pmPDX - CPT
1 stop30h 30mBritish Airways
Wed 10/76:50 pmCPT - PDX
1 stop31h 50mBritish Airways
Deal found 1/7$1,250
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/2211:59 pmPDX - CPT
2 stops50h 01mFinnair
Sun 9/66:50 pmCPT - PDX
1 stop31h 50mFinnair
Deal found 1/6$1,251
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/5. 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.
Tue 2/312:35 pmPDX - CPT
2 stops33h 30mAmerican Airlines
Tue 2/108:50 pmCPT - PDX
1 stop29h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/5$1,253
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/8. 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 10/1211:42 amPDX - CPT
2 stops38h 18mAmerican Airlines
Thu 10/226:50 pmCPT - PDX
1 stop31h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/8$1,254
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/2911:59 pmPDX - CPT
2 stops50h 01mBritish Airways
Sun 9/136:50 pmCPT - PDX
2 stops30h 48mBritish Airways
Deal found 1/6$1,255
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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.
Tue 3/317:18 amPDX - CPT
2 stops42h 02mQatar Airways
Wed 4/157:30 pmCPT - PDX
2 stops30h 22mQatar Airways
Deal found 1/6$1,264

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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 January 8, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Portland to Cape Town that are best for you.

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Portland

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Cape Town

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Depart

Return

Price

PortlandCape Town

PDX - CPT

PDXCPT

Portland

Wed 4/15

1:14 pm-11:00 am

2 stops36h 46m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 4/20

6:50 pm-5:40 pm

1 stop31h 50m

$1,228

PortlandCape Town

PDX - CPT

PDXCPT

Portland

Sun 4/19

7:45 am-2:35 pm

2 stops45h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 4/30

1:50 pm-8:35 pm

3 stops39h 45m

$1,229

PortlandCape Town

PDX - CPT

PDXCPT

Portland

Sun 4/19

1:55 pm-11:00 am

2 stops36h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 4/30

6:50 pm-9:38 pm

2 stops35h 48m

$1,238

PortlandCape Town

PDX - CPT

PDXCPT

Portland

Tue 3/31

7:18 am-10:20 am

2 stops42h 02m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 4/15

7:30 pm-4:52 pm

2 stops30h 22m

$1,264

PortlandCape Town

PDX - CPT

PDXCPT

Portland

Tue 2/3

5:35 am-6:00 pm

2 stops26h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 2/10

8:50 pm-6:56 pm

3 stops32h 06m

$1,299

PortlandCape Town

PDX - CPT

PDXCPT

Portland

Tue 2/3

9:45 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop35h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 2/10

9:30 pm-7:13 pm

1 stop31h 43m

$1,299

PortlandCape Town

PDX - CPT

PDXCPT

Portland

Mon 3/23

5:42 pm-8:05 am

2 stops29h 23m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 3/31

6:50 pm-5:12 pm

2 stops31h 22m

$1,313

PortlandCape Town

PDX - CPT

PDXCPT

Portland

Sat 2/7

5:00 am-4:10 pm

2 stops25h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 2/22

8:50 pm-6:49 pm

2 stops55h 59m

$1,314

PortlandCape Town

PDX - CPT

PDXCPT

Portland

Sat 6/13

1:45 pm-11:00 am

2 stops36h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 6/22

6:50 pm-5:40 pm

1 stop31h 50m

$1,357

PortlandCape Town

PDX - CPT

PDXCPT

Portland

Sun 2/15

6:00 am-10:30 am

2 stops42h 30m

$747

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Compare providers for flights from Portland to Cape Town

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Portland to Cape Town in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
OvagoPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Portland-Cape Town flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Portland-Cape Town flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Portland-Cape Town flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Portland-Cape Town flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Portland-Cape Town flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Portland to Cape Town

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

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland to Cape Town (average of $1,037). Flying from Portland to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,709). 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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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 January 8, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Portland to Cape Town, such as Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,030 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,030 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,030 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,141 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,030 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,095 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,030 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,659 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,030 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

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.

  • How long is the flight from Portland to Cape Town?

    American Airlines and Qatar Airways can get you from Portland to Cape Town in just under 36h 46m. Your travel time can differ by up to 5h 16m. The distance between Portland and Cape Town is about 10244 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • 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 $778 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are British Airways and United Airlines, starting at $1,037 and $1,472 round-trip. Users have found that American Airlines is 52% 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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland to Cape Town (average of $1,037). Flying from Portland to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,709). 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 4 airlines flying from Portland to Cape Town

Discover the top 4 airlines 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 January 8, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$778Average$1,286FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
British AirwaysCheapest$1,037Average$1,519FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,472Average$1,623FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$1,500Average$1,753FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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