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$729+ Cheap flights from South Africa to Seattle (SEA)

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 7/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — SEA
May 24 — May 311
Sat 5/24
Sat 5/31
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap 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 May 19, 2025.

Round-trip from

$972
(SmartFares)

One-way from

$729
(Booking.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,024
From South Africa to Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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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 May 19, 2025.

This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/19. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/38:40 pmJNB - SEA
1 stop28h 05mVirgin Atlantic
Thu 7/108:25 pmSEA - JNB
1 stop28h 55mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 5/19$972
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/19. 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.
Wed 8/69:15 pmJNB - SEA
1 stop23h 20mBritish Airways
Thu 8/288:20 pmSEA - JNB
1 stop28h 05mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/19$1,063
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/19. 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 6/1611:00 pmCPT - SEA
2 stops32h 22mDelta
Sun 7/610:40 pmSEA - CPT
1 stop34h 10mDelta
Deal found 5/19$1,080
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/19. 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.
Wed 8/66:50 pmJNB - SEA
2 stops33h 55mDelta
Thu 8/286:00 amSEA - JNB
2 stops30h 20mDelta
Deal found 5/19$1,089
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/18. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/24:35 pmCPT - SEA
1 stop27h 00mTurkish Airlines
Wed 7/97:10 pmSEA - CPT
1 stop31h 40mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/18$1,158
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/19. 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.
Mon 6/167:50 pmCPT - SEA
2 stops32h 03mUnited Airlines
Sat 7/512:20 amSEA - CPT
2 stops31h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/19$1,174
This OneTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/18. 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 OneTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/249:15 pmJNB - SEA
1 stop23h 20mMultiple Airlines
Tue 7/158:20 pmSEA - JNB
1 stop25h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/18$1,232
This AirNGo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/18. 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 AirNGo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/162:00 pmCPT - SEA
2 stops30h 15mAir France
Sun 7/66:30 pmSEA - CPT
2 stops33h 10mAir France
Deal found 5/18$1,321
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/18. 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 6/249:15 pmJNB - SEA
2 stops29h 57mAmerican Airlines
Tue 7/153:13 pmSEA - JNB
2 stops30h 47mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/18$1,364
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/18. 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.
Tue 6/247:00 pmJNB - SEA
2 stops30h 59mUnited Airlines
Mon 7/1412:20 amSEA - JNB
2 stops32h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/18$1,552
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Thu 7/311:15 pmCPT - SEA
2 stops30h 05mKLM
Thu 7/102:05 pmSEA - CPT
2 stops37h 35mKLM
Deal found 5/19$1,582
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/18. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/31:55 pmJNB - SEA
1 stop31h 50mQatar Airways
Thu 7/104:30 pmSEA - JNB
1 stop32h 05mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/18$1,593

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Customize 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated May 19, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Seattle that are best for you.

Fly from

South Africa

Fly to

Seattle

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgSeattle

JNB - SEA

JNBSEA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 7/3

8:40 pm-3:45 pm

1 stop28h 05m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Thu 7/10

8:25 pm-10:20 am

1 stop28h 55m

$972

JohannesburgSeattle

JNB - SEA

JNBSEA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 8/6

9:15 pm-11:35 am

1 stop23h 20m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Thu 8/28

8:20 pm-9:25 am

1 stop28h 05m

$1,063

Cape TownSeattle

CPT - SEA

CPTSEA

Cape Town Intl

Mon 6/16

11:00 pm-10:22 pm

2 stops32h 22m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Sun 7/6

10:40 pm-5:50 pm

1 stop34h 10m

$1,080

JohannesburgSeattle

JNB - SEA

JNBSEA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 8/6

6:50 pm-7:45 pm

2 stops33h 55m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Thu 8/28

6:00 am-9:20 pm

2 stops30h 20m

$1,089

Cape TownSeattle

CPT - SEA

CPTSEA

Cape Town Intl

Wed 7/2

4:35 pm-10:35 am

1 stop27h 00m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Wed 7/9

7:10 pm-11:50 am

1 stop31h 40m

$1,158

Cape TownSeattle

CPT - SEA

CPTSEA

Cape Town Intl

Mon 6/16

7:50 pm-11:10 am

1 stop24h 20m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Sat 7/5

12:20 am-5:10 pm

2 stops31h 50m

$1,174

JohannesburgSeattle

JNB - SEA

JNBSEA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 6/24

9:15 pm-11:35 am

1 stop23h 20m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Tue 7/15

8:20 pm-7:00 am

1 stop25h 40m

$1,232

Cape TownSeattle

CPT - SEA

CPTSEA

Cape Town Intl

Mon 6/16

2:00 pm-11:15 am

2 stops30h 15m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Sun 7/6

6:30 pm-12:40 pm

2 stops33h 10m

$1,321

JohannesburgSeattle

JNB - SEA

JNBSEA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 6/24

9:15 pm-6:12 pm

2 stops29h 57m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Tue 7/15

3:13 pm-7:00 am

2 stops30h 47m

$1,364

JohannesburgSeattle

JNB - SEA

JNBSEA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 6/24

7:00 pm-4:59 pm

2 stops30h 59m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Mon 7/14

12:20 am-5:45 pm

2 stops32h 25m

$1,552

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Seattle

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Seattle from South Africa with our price prediction graph.
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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 $238). Flying from South Africa to Seattle in July is currently the most expensive (average of $401). 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 ZA to SEA?

Find hourly flight availability from South Africa to Seattle. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated May 19, 2025.

When flying from South Africa to Seattle, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Rainfall in Seattle by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Seattle ranges from 0.7 - 6.6 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 6.6 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Seattle when rainfall is around 0.7 in.

Temperature in Seattle by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Seattle, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 66.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of December, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 41.0 F).

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 May 19, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Singapore Airlines, Emirates and Delta from South Africa to Seattle. 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
1,294 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

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
1,294 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,294 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

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.
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,235 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,294 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

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
7,951 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,294 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

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
1,344 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,294 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

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.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,598 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,294 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

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

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

    Most people fly into Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) if they book a flight to Seattle from South Africa. Seattle/Tacoma Intl is conveniently located just 11.4 mi from Seattle’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from South Africa to Seattle one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from South Africa to Seattle are Qatar Airways ($729), British Airways ($994), and United Airlines ($1,217).

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

    The most popular flight routes from South Africa to Seattle are Cape Town Intl - Seattle/Tacoma Intl, Johannesburg OR Tambo - Seattle/Tacoma Intl and Port Elizabeth - Seattle/Tacoma Intl.

  • 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 vacation 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 $238). Flying from South Africa to Seattle in July is currently the most expensive (average of $401). 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 5 airlines flying from South Africa to Seattle

Discover the top 5 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated May 19, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$867Average$1,065FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$925Average$1,127FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$934Average$1,097FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
British AirwaysCheapest$973Average$1,271FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Virgin AtlanticCheapest$993Average$1,025FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%

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