Seattle to Cape Town Flights
Flights from Seattle (SEA) to Cape Town (CPT) connect United States and South Africa. The great-circle distance is approximately 16,443 km, and a typical direct flight takes about 21 to 22 hours. Airports commonly used for this city pair include SEA and CPT. The reverse route is Cape Town to Seattle. Use the search tool below to compare live prices and schedules — do not treat any static text on this page as a live fare.
Route facts
- Origin
- Seattle, United States
- Destination
- Cape Town, South Africa
- Distance
- 16,443 km
- Typical duration
- about 21 to 22 hours
- Origin codes
- SEA
- Destination codes
- CPT
- Primary keyword
- flights from Seattle to Cape Town
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Route overview
Seattle to Cape Town is a city-pair air route between United States and South Africa. Travelers use this corridor for leisure, business, and connecting itineraries.
Primary search codes are SEA and CPT. Related codes: SEA → CPT.
Distance
Approximate flight distance: 16,443 km (great-circle). Actual flown distance can be longer depending on airway routing.
Duration
Typical block time for a direct flight is about 21 to 22 hours. Connecting itineraries take longer and depend on layover airports.
Airports
Seattle airports and metro codes: SEA.
Cape Town airports and metro codes: CPT.
Alternative routes
Related searches include the reverse route Cape Town to Seattle, other destinations from Seattle, and other origins into Cape Town.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Seattle to Cape Town?
Direct flights from Seattle to Cape Town typically take about 21 to 22 hours, depending on aircraft type, routing, and wind conditions. Connecting itineraries take longer.
What is the distance from Seattle to Cape Town?
The great-circle distance between Seattle and Cape Town is approximately 16,443 km. Flown distance can be longer depending on airways.
Which airports serve flights from Seattle to Cape Town?
Seattle is commonly searched with code SEA (related: SEA). Cape Town is commonly searched with code CPT (related: CPT).
Are there direct flights from Seattle to Cape Town?
Direct service availability varies by season and airline. Compare live schedules on Cheap Flights Worldwide for current nonstop and connecting options on this route.
What is the reverse flight route from Cape Town to Seattle?
The reverse city pair is Cape Town to Seattle. Distance is the same great-circle measure (16,443 km); block time can differ with winds and schedules.
Which countries does the Seattle to Cape Town route connect?
This route connects United States (Seattle) with South Africa (Cape Town).