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WAS — CPT
May 10 — May 171
1 adult
Fri 10/5
Fri 17/5

What to know about flights from Washington, D.C.

Discover essential information about flights departing from Washington, D.C., including flight schedules, destinations, airlines operating at the Washington, D.C. airport, and any specific guidelines or requirements for travellers. Please note that the information is based on the most recent updates available. Data last updated 5 May 2024.

Cheapest airline

United Airlines
On average, United Airlines currently has the cheapest one-way flight from Washington, D.C..

Cheapest flights from Washington, D.C.

Explore the most affordable flight options available from Washington, D.C.. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 5 May 2024. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 549 090 searches.
Wed 2/1010:55IAD - JNB
1 stop20h 10mEthiopian Air
Tue 15/1014:30JNB - IAD
2 stops24h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 4/5R15 590
Tue 14/510:50IAD - JNB
1 stop20h 15mEthiopian Air
Wed 22/514:30JNB - IAD
2 stops24h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 4/5R16 219
Tue 1/1010:55IAD - JNB
1 stop20h 10mEthiopian Air
Wed 9/1014:30JNB - IAD
2 stops24h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 4/5R16 460
Mon 9/921:50IAD - CPT
1 stop32h 00mTurkish Airlines
Tue 17/916:35CPT - IAD
1 stop33h 20mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 4/5R16 959
Mon 7/1021:45IAD - JNB
2 stops24h 10mEthiopian Air
Sat 19/1014:30JNB - IAD
2 stops24h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 4/5R17 051
Mon 7/1010:55IAD - JNB
1 stop20h 10mEthiopian Air
Sat 19/1014:30JNB - IAD
2 stops24h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 4/5R17 070
Tue 24/910:55IAD - JNB
1 stop20h 10mEthiopian Air
Sat 12/1014:30JNB - IAD
2 stops24h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 4/5R17 384
Wed 18/922:45IAD - JNB
1 stop28h 40mBritish Airways
Tue 24/919:20JNB - IAD
1 stop31h 10mBritish Airways
Deal found 4/5R17 495
Tue 15/1021:50IAD - CPT
1 stop32h 00mTurkish Airlines
Mon 21/1016:35CPT - IAD
1 stop28h 10mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 4/5R17 625

Last-minute flight deals from Washington, D.C.

Discover last-minute flight deals departing from Washington, D.C.. Take advantage of attractive deals offered by airlines for spontaneous travel. These deals are subject to availability and can provide significant savings for flexible travellers. Please note that the availability of last-minute deals can vary and may change quickly. Data last updated 5 May 2024 and based on user searches. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 549 090 searches.
Tue 14/510:50IAD - JNB
1 stop20h 15mEthiopian Air
Wed 22/514:30JNB - IAD
2 stops24h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 4/5R16 219
Sun 5/519:37DCA - JNB
2 stops31h 48mBritish Airways
Mon 3/621:05JNB - DCA
2 stops32h 19mBritish Airways
Deal found 4/5R18 291
Mon 13/517:29IAD - JNB
1 stop18h 16mUnited Airlines
Tue 21/510:25JNB - IAD
1 stop25h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/5R18 476
Mon 13/521:45IAD - JNB
2 stops24h 10mEthiopian Air
Tue 21/514:30JNB - IAD
2 stops24h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 4/5R18 586
Mon 13/517:30DCA - JNB
2 stops33h 55mBritish Airways
Tue 21/519:20JNB - DCA
2 stops34h 04mBritish Airways
Deal found 4/5R18 734
Tue 14/517:15IAD - JNB
1 stop33h 15mUnited Airlines
Tue 21/510:25JNB - IAD
1 stop25h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/5R19 104
Tue 14/510:50IAD - JNB
1 stop20h 15mEthiopian Air
Thu 23/514:30JNB - IAD
2 stops24h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 4/5R19 474
Mon 13/517:29IAD - JNB
1 stop18h 16mUnited Airlines
Mon 20/519:00JNB - IAD
1 stop27h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/5R19 752
Mon 13/521:45IAD - JNB
2 stops24h 10mEthiopian Air
Fri 24/522:35JNB - IAD
2 stops40h 20mEthiopian Air
Deal found 4/5R19 770

Domestic airfare to nearby cities with cheap hotels

Discover domestic flight options from Washington, D.C. to cities with affordable hotel accommodations. Plan your travel to both enjoy budget-friendly flights and find affordable lodging in your chosen destination. Please note that the flight options are sourced from user searches. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 549 090 searches and data was last updated 5 May 2024.
Thu 30/522:12BWI - FLL
Nonstop2h 38mSpirit Airlines
Sat 1/67:25FLL - BWI
1 stop5h 53mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/5R1 535
Sun 2/613:52BWI - FLL
1 stop10h 06mSpirit Airlines
Wed 5/617:41FLL - BWI
1 stop7h 46mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/5R1 590
Thu 23/522:12BWI - FLL
Nonstop2h 38mSpirit Airlines
Sat 25/521:59FLL - BWI
Nonstop2h 34mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/5R1 701
Sun 9/622:45BWI - FLL
Nonstop2h 42mSpirit Airlines
Mon 10/618:44FLL - BWI
1 stop4h 41mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/5R1 720
Wed 5/66:30BWI - FLL
1 stop9h 04mSpirit Airlines
Sun 9/66:00FLL - BWI
Nonstop2h 35mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/5R1 738
Mon 3/66:30BWI - FLL
1 stop7h 07mSpirit Airlines
Wed 12/617:41FLL - BWI
1 stop7h 46mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/5R1 831
Thu 6/622:45BWI - FLL
Nonstop2h 42mSpirit Airlines
Sun 9/66:00FLL - BWI
Nonstop2h 35mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/5R1 886
Thu 30/510:40BWI - FLL
1 stop11h 20mSpirit Airlines
Sat 1/620:25FLL - BWI
1 stop4h 26mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/5R1 923
Thu 23/56:30BWI - FLL
1 stop4h 48mSpirit Airlines
Sat 25/56:10FLL - BWI
Nonstop2h 32mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/5R1 942

Direct flights from Washington, D.C.

Discover airlines that offer direct flights from Washington, D.C. to various destinations. Avoid layovers and travel efficiently with direct flight options, saving you time and providing a more convenient travel experience. Please note that the direct flight options are based on data from 5 May 2024 and based on user searches. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 549 090 searches.
Mon 23/918:30IAD - CPT
Nonstop14h 50mUnited Airlines
Tue 8/1020:00CPT - IAD
Nonstop15h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/5R26 114
Thu 23/518:35IAD - CPT
Nonstop14h 45mUnited Airlines
Tue 28/520:00CPT - IAD
Nonstop15h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/5R27 963
Thu 22/818:35IAD - CPT
Nonstop14h 45mUnited Airlines
Fri 30/820:00CPT - IAD
Nonstop15h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/5R28 888
Thu 6/618:35IAD - CPT
Nonstop14h 45mUnited Airlines
Fri 21/620:00CPT - IAD
Nonstop15h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/5R31 643
Thu 23/518:35IAD - CPT
Nonstop14h 45mUnited Airlines
Fri 14/620:00CPT - IAD
Nonstop15h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/5R31 662
Sat 8/618:35IAD - CPT
Nonstop14h 45mUnited Airlines
Fri 21/620:00CPT - IAD
Nonstop15h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/5R33 511
Sat 5/1018:30IAD - CPT
Nonstop14h 50mUnited Airlines
Fri 18/1020:00CPT - IAD
Nonstop15h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/5R35 361
Mon 9/918:30IAD - CPT
Nonstop14h 50mUnited Airlines
Tue 17/920:00CPT - IAD
Nonstop15h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/5R39 059
Thu 10/1018:30IAD - CPT
Nonstop14h 50mUnited Airlines
Tue 19/1120:50CPT - IAD
Nonstop16h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/5R53 855

Find flights from Washington, D.C. within your budget

Find flights departing from Washington, D.C. that match your specified budget. Filter results by price range, allowing you to narrow down options and find flights that fit within your financial constraints. Please note that the search results are based on data from user searches, with fares last updated on 5 May 2024. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 549 090 searches

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R15 590 - R17 625

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Depart

Return

Price

Washington, D.C. Dulles IntlJohannesburg OR Tambo

IAD - JNB

IADJNB

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 2/10

1 stop20h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 15/10

2 stops24h 25m

R15 590

Washington, D.C. Dulles IntlJohannesburg OR Tambo

IAD - JNB

IADJNB

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 14/5

1 stop20h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 22/5

2 stops24h 25m

R16 219

Washington, D.C. Dulles IntlJohannesburg OR Tambo

IAD - JNB

IADJNB

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 1/10

1 stop20h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 9/10

2 stops24h 25m

R16 460

Washington, D.C. Dulles IntlCape Town Intl

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 9/9

1 stop32h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 17/9

1 stop33h 20m

R16 959

Washington, D.C. Dulles IntlJohannesburg OR Tambo

IAD - JNB

IADJNB

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 7/10

2 stops24h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 19/10

2 stops24h 25m

R17 051

Washington, D.C. Dulles IntlJohannesburg OR Tambo

IAD - JNB

IADJNB

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 7/10

1 stop20h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 19/10

2 stops24h 25m

R17 070

Washington, D.C. Dulles IntlJohannesburg OR Tambo

IAD - JNB

IADJNB

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 24/9

1 stop20h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 12/10

2 stops24h 25m

R17 384

Washington, D.C. Dulles IntlJohannesburg OR Tambo

IAD - JNB

IADJNB

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 18/9

1 stop28h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 24/9

1 stop31h 10m

R17 495

Washington, D.C. Dulles IntlCape Town Intl

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 15/10

1 stop32h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 21/10

1 stop28h 10m

R17 625

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When is the best time to book a flight from Washington, D.C.?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on 3 May 2024.
Booking 75 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Washington, D.C.. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from Washington, D.C.?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on 28 April 2024.
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Those who are seeking the cheapest fare on flights departing from Washington, D.C. would be wise to consider leaving during Thursday evenings when prices are typically at their lowest. When considering other options, price-conscious travelers should avoid Thursday mornings when fares are usually the most expensive.
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Average price of flights from Washington, D.C. by month

Plan your trip from Washington, D.C. by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Washington, D.C. is currently R10 877 while a return flight costs R16 873. Price data was last updated on 28 April 2024.

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. (average of R795). Flying from Washington, D.C. in July will prove the most costly (average of R984). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

January

R1 979

February

R2 238

March

R2 515

April

R2 367

May

R1 979

June

R1 923

July

R2 201

August

R2 219

September

R2 275

October

R2 238

November

R2 127

December

R2 608

Airline reviews for flights from Washington, D.C.

Get insights into the airlines that provide service from Washington, D.C.. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing airline for your flight from Washington, D.C.. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 549 090 searches.
8,1
Very Good
4 001 reviews

Entertainment

8,3

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Reviews

1 / 10

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal

8,1
Very Good
4 001 reviews
8,1
Very Good
4 001 reviews

Entertainment

8,3

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Reviews

1 / 10

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal

8,1
Very Good
10 826 reviews
8,1
Very Good
4 001 reviews

Entertainment

8,3

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Reviews

1 / 10

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal

7,9
Good
1 603 reviews
8,1
Very Good
4 001 reviews

Entertainment

8,3

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Reviews

1 / 10

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal

7,9
Good
49 reviews
8,1
Very Good
4 001 reviews

Entertainment

8,3

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Reviews

1 / 10

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal

7,7
Good
4 439 reviews
8,1
Very Good
4 001 reviews

Entertainment

8,3

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Reviews

1 / 10

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal

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Related info for your journey

Access useful and relevant information related to your journey from Washington, D.C.. This can include details such as airport transportation, visa requirements, travel insurance, luggage regulations, and any other information that can ensure a smooth and hassle-free travel experience. Please note that the information is based on general guidance and may need to be verified with official sources. Data last updated 5 May 2024.
  • What are the most popular destinations to fly to from Washington, D.C.?

    The most selected flight destinations from Washington, D.C. for the current month are Boston, Atlanta, Athens. While Boston, Atlanta, Athens are the top choices made by travellers year-round.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly out of Washington, D.C.?

    Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl airport offers the cheapest routes to Cape Town from R16 904. Washington, D.C. Reagan-National airport is a great option if you're flying to Cape Town from R23 450. Our top recommendation is to be generally flexible with your dates of travel for the best rates.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to anywhere?

    Looking at our data, Frontier, Ethiopian Air, and Turkish Airlines have been found to have the cheapest prices from Washington, D.C.. Here are some options available: Frontier flights from Washington, D.C. to Miami (R4 527). Ethiopian Air flights from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg OR Tambo (R16 341). Turkish Airlines flights from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town Intl (R16 355).

  • What is the shortest nonstop flight from Washington, D.C.?

    For shorter trips consider Richmond, Charlottesville, and Harrisburg as potential places to explore. All can be options to fly to and are within 126 km of Washington, D.C..

  • What is the farthest nonstop flight from Washington, D.C.?

    If flights to distant destinations are more of your preference, check pricing for Seoul, Cape Town, and Tokyo.

  • What are popular destinations to fly to from Washington, D.C.?

    From Washington, D.C. you can expect to find greater availability for the following destinations: New York (2 198 flights per day), Chicago (828 flights per day) and Detroit (632 flights per day).

  • Where are the cheapest places to fly to from Washington, D.C.?

    Check out the cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to embark to:
    Travel from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town from R16 904 round trip

  • Which airlines fly from Washington, D.C.?

    When flying from Washington, D.C. check dates and pricing for the following: KLM, Frontier, Turkish Airlines, Virgin Atlantic, Ethiopian Air. As they depart for the following popular destinations: Miami, Cape Town, Johannesburg.

  • What is the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C.?

    October is currently the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C.. At this moment in time July is the most expensive month. These prices are determined by multiple factors and booking in advance can help keep costs down if your schedule is not as flexible.

  • When is the cheapest time to fly from Washington, D.C.?

    Those who are seeking the cheapest fare on flights departing from Washington, D.C. would be wise to consider leaving during Thursday evenings when prices are typically at their lowest. When considering other options, price-conscious travelers should avoid Thursday mornings when fares are usually the most expensive.

  • When is the best time to book a flight from Washington, D.C.?

    Booking 75 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Washington, D.C.. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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