Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Seattle

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Cheapest deal$917
Cheapest monthJanuary
Most popular airlineDelta

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from Johannesburg to Seattle? Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Johannesburg to Seattle flights are currently cheapest in January.

Alternative Johannesburg to Seattle routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Johannesburg to Seattle? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Finding cheap flights from Johannesburg to Seattle: Frequently asked questions

There are 4 airports in Seattle: Seattle Lake Union SPB, Seattle Boeing Fld, Seattle / Tacoma International, and Paine Field.
The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Johannesburg to Seattle is $917. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Johannesburg to Seattle. But we found flights with one or more stops from $917.
There are no flights flying from Johannesburg to Seattle, as of December 2025.
The cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg to Seattle is usually January.
If you're flying from Johannesburg, the cheapest airport near Seattle is Seattle / Tacoma International – which is 19.5 km away from the center of Seattle. We've found flights to this airport from $917.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Johannesburg to Seattle on Sunday, January 25, 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Johannesburg and Seattle. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Seattle but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Seattle is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In December, the average temperature is usually around 3°C. August is typically the warmest month in Seattle, when it usually averages around 23°C. You can expect the least rain in July. The coldest month is December, with temperatures averaging 0°C. The rainiest month is November.
The cheapest airline that flies to Seattle is Virgin Atlantic.

Traveling from Johannesburg to Seattle: what you need to know

  • Planning your vacation starts with working out where you'll leave from in Johannesburg. O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) is the city's main airport, so explore your options for reserving a flight from Johannesburg to Seattle taking off from here.

  • When landing in Seattle, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) and Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE) are the chief entry points.

  • Seattle is nine hours behind Johannesburg and follows the UTC-7 timezone.

  • Give yourself enough time to get on your Johannesburg to Seattle flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • You can expect longer lines in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.

How to find the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Seattle

  • Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap Johannesburg to Seattle flights if you book ahead. Airlines often have some amazing early bird rates.

  • The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest plane tickets from Johannesburg to Seattle throughout the month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.

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  • Save on your Johannesburg to Seattle flight with the help of our filters. Choose your ideal times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.

Flying from Johannesburg

O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)

  • Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip — and maybe even explore another city. When browsing Johannesburg to Seattle flights leaving from O.R. Tambo International Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Some popular options include:

    • Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)

    • London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

    • Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)

  • The journey from central Johannesburg to JNB takes around 1 hour 10 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 23 kilometers in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Have an early flight from Johannesburg to Seattle? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near O.R. Tambo International Airport:

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of O.R. Tambo International Airport, data shows 77.1% of flights complete their journey on time.

Arriving in Seattle

Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)

  • The distance from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to central Seattle is roughly 19 kilometers. It takes around 20 minutes to get to the center driving.

  • Traveling to the center on public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.

  • If you're arriving on a late flight from Johannesburg to Seattle, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near SEA:

  • Travel at your own pace with a Seattle-Tacoma International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Thrifty, Europcar or Budget and chase adventure across Seattle and beyond.

  • Booking your vehicle from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport about one week ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.

Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE)

  • The center of Seattle is approximately 3 kilometers from Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE). As soon as your flight from Johannesburg to Seattle has landed and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should be around 10 minutes.

  • The trip will take roughly 25 minutes on public transport.

  • You'll find some comfortable places to call home for the night near LKE. Settle in and get cozy after your Johannesburg to Seattle flight at any of these well-located options:

Best time to go to Seattle

  • It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Johannesburg to Seattle. July is the most popular month to travel to Seattle. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in May.

  • The warmest month in Seattle is August, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Lock in your Johannesburg to Seattle ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.

  • February has average temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF). Search for cheap flights from Johannesburg to Seattle around that time if you like cooler conditions.

More about Seattle

  • When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Seattle right here. Browse these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Johannesburg to Seattle:

  • All great vacations should include some sightseeing. Greyhound: Bus Station, LMN Architects and Boeing Radiation Effects Lab are essential stops on your Seattle itinerary.

Explore more of United States

  • You've seen Seattle, now it's time to explore other parts of United States. Journey around 241 kilometers south to Portland to check off its top sights. From Pioneer Courthouse Square to Portland Japanese Garden and Pittock Mansion, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.

  • Around 370 kilometers east of Seattle, Spokane is another favorite stop in United States. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Manito Park, Northwest Museum of Arts & Culture and Spokane Falls.

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