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Cheapest return flight
R15 621
Typical prices: R16 955-R20 969
British Airways
Mon 22/1Tue 30/1
JNB - SEA • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
R13 285
Typical prices: R13 370-R16 998
Turkish Airlines
Thu 27/12
JNB - SEA • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and Seattle. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
9 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 9 weeks in advance save around 4% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
November
Cheapest • 12% price drop
June
Most popular
Good to know
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Top stopover airports
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Cheapest • Avg R15 414 (return)
London Heathrow (LHR)
Shortest trip • 27h 27m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Johannesburg to Seattle (JNB-SEA)

 
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Recent return flight deals from OR Tambo to Seattle

Fri, Jan 22 - Sat, Jan 30
British Airways Logo
19:35 - 16:50JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
31h 15m1 stop London Heathrow
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18:45 - 10:25SEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
29h 40m1 stop London Heathrow
R15 621British Airways
Thu, Nov 19 - Thu, Nov 26
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19:35 - 16:50JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
31h 15m1 stop London Heathrow
British Airways Logo
18:45 - 10:25SEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
29h 40m1 stop London Heathrow
R16 498British Airways
Thu, Nov 19 - Thu, Nov 26
Virgin Atlantic Logo
21:40 - 23:00JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
35h 20m2 stops London Heathrow New York John F Kennedy Intl
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15:13 - 8:40SEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
31h 27m2 stops Los Angeles London Heathrow
R17 476Virgin Atlantic
Fri, Jan 22 - Sat, Jan 30
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21:40 - 20:50JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
33h 10m2 stops London Heathrow San Francisco
Virgin Atlantic Logo
14:30 - 8:40SEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
32h 10m2 stops Los Angeles London Heathrow
R17 873Virgin Atlantic
Fri, Jan 22 - Sat, Jan 30
United Airlines Logo
19:45 - 21:02JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
35h 17m3 stops Frankfurt am Main Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
United Airlines Logo
7:00 - 18:35SEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
25h 35m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Newark
R18 900United Airlines
Thu, Nov 19 - Thu, Nov 26
United Airlines Logo
19:45 - 23:18JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
37h 33m2 stops Frankfurt am Main San Francisco
United Airlines Logo
7:00 - 18:35SEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
25h 35m2 stops San Francisco Newark
R18 900United Airlines
Thu, Oct 22 - Sun, Oct 25
Turkish Airlines Logo
17:55 - 17:20JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
32h 25m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
20:05 - 11:00SEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
29h 55m1 stop Istanbul
R19 613Turkish Airlines
Thu, Nov 19 - Thu, Nov 26
Multiple Airlines Logo
17:45 - 17:00JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
33h 15m3 stops Kigali Intl London Heathrow Reykjavik Keflavik Intl
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14:35 - 8:25SEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
31h 50m3 stops Reykjavik Keflavik Intl London Heathrow Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
R24 847Multiple Airlines
Thu, Nov 19 - Thu, Nov 26
Multiple Airlines Logo
17:00 - 17:17JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
34h 17m3 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl Minneapolis St Paul
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:03 - 7:25SEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
35h 22m2 stops Vancouver Intl Hong Kong Intl
R25 427Multiple Airlines
Sat, Jan 2 - Sat, Jan 16
Emirates Logo
10:10 - 13:35JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
37h 25m1 stop Dubai Intl
Emirates Logo
16:05 - 20:30SEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
42h 25m1 stop Dubai Intl
R30 363Emirates
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Seattle flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

How much is a return flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Seattle?

Return flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Seattle typically range from R16 955 to R20 969. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R15 621 on British Airways.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Seattle?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Seattle. It’s 5% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 2% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Seattle?

•November is the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Seattle at R16 432 return.
•January (R27 299) and May (R21 286) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 66% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Seattle the cheapest?

Flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Seattle are cheapest 9 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 4% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Seattle flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

R13 285
Beat the crowds with an average 19% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 76% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Seattle

When to book flights from OR Tambo to Seattle

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from OR Tambo to Seattle based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Seattle flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Seattle?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Seattle:

    • Economy class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Seattle?

    A direct flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Seattle takes 00m, covering 26 565 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Seattle?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Seattle flight?

    Return flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Seattle range from R16 955 to R20 969, with an average of R18 771 over the past 12 months. Anything below R16 955 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Seattle flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) are 6% below the route average of R18 771. Booking late can sometimes save you money, but availability is limited.

  • Have flight prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Seattle changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about R15 621 to R60 885. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Seattle looking right now?

    One-way fares from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Seattle are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R16 687, which is 11% above the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Seattle/Tacoma Intl Airport (SEA)?

    Seattle/Tacoma Intl Airport (SEA) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around R62 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Fox
    • Europcar
    • Thrifty
    • Budget
    • Dollar

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Seattle?

    Flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Seattle usually depart from Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB) and arrive at Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Seattle pass through?

    One-stop flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Seattle most commonly connect through:

    • London Heathrow (LHR) – 38% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 20% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) – 16% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 10% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Seattle?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 7% on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Seattle. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at R17 940 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at R19 265, a difference of R1 325.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Seattle?

    Flying via London Heathrow (LHR) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 27h 27m, compared to 27h 28m via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) and 27h 40m via Doha Hamad Intl (DOH).

  • What is the time difference between Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and Seattle?

    Seattle is 9 hours behind Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (Pacific Time vs South Africa Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Seattle?

    Space Needle is one of the most viewed places in Seattle on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Seattle flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Tuesday flights average R17 940, about R1 325 less than Saturday fares (7% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 9 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 4% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Seattle trip for November. Fares historically average R16 432 return in that month – typically R10 866 less than the most expensive month, which is January (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Seattle/Tacoma Intl Airport.

    • Seattle Airport Marriott
    • Coast Gateway Hotel
    • Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Seattle Sea-Tac Airport

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