Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town from R10 460
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 19/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
WAS — CPT
Jan 26 — Feb 21
Return
1 adult
Economy
The best prices from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town Intl are usually found in February or January, booked 66 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Thursday
Cheap flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Cape Town (CPT). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 21 January 2025.
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Cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 January 2025.
Mon 27/120:30BWI - CPT
1 stop28h 30mBritish Airways
Fri 7/218:45CPT - BWI
1 stop31h 00mBritish Airways
Deal found 20/1R16 948
Mon 3/220:30BWI - CPT
1 stop30h 50mAmerican Airlines
Tue 18/220:55CPT - BWI
1 stop28h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 21/1R17 078
Mon 27/121:55IAD - CPT
1 stop29h 25mAmerican Airlines
Mon 3/222:00CPT - IAD
2 stops28h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 19/1R17 283
Sun 5/1021:40IAD - CPT
1 stop32h 10mTurkish Airlines
Mon 13/1016:35CPT - IAD
1 stop33h 10mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 21/1R17 433
Tue 4/219:37IAD - CPT
2 stops43h 03mMultiple Airlines
Tue 18/223:00CPT - IAD
2 stops43h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/1R17 451
Mon 27/118:00IAD - CPT
1 stop33h 20mBritish Airways
Fri 7/222:00CPT - IAD
1 stop24h 35mBritish Airways
Deal found 20/1R18 253
Sat 20/912:30IAD - CPT
3 stops43h 10mKenya Airways
Mon 6/1014:30CPT - IAD
3 stops27h 25mKenya Airways
Deal found 20/1R18 589
Wed 5/320:30BWI - CPT
1 stop32h 40mMultiple Airlines
Wed 19/322:00CPT - BWI
1 stop27h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/1R18 812
Mon 5/511:00IAD - CPT
1 stop21h 30mEthiopian Air
Tue 10/613:50CPT - IAD
2 stops25h 05mEthiopian Air
Deal found 20/1R18 831
Tue 18/36:00DCA - CPT
2 stops24h 10mMultiple Airlines
Tue 25/322:00CPT - DCA
2 stops26h 48mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/1R19 092
Wed 22/120:05IAD - CPT
1 stop31h 35mQatar Airways
Mon 27/112:35CPT - IAD
1 stop34h 20mQatar Airways
Deal found 21/1R20 546
Mon 5/519:45DCA - CPT
2 stops33h 15mAmerican Airlines
Tue 10/618:55CPT - DCA
2 stops27h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 20/1R20 956
Best flights from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 21 January 2025.
Mon 10/321:30BWI - CPT
1 stop30h 50mAmerican Airlines
Tue 25/318:45CPT - BWI
1 stop31h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 21/1R16 948
Wed 19/219:35IAD - CPT
2 stops58h 20mMultiple Airlines
Wed 26/214:30CPT - IAD
3 stops27h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/1R17 451
Tue 22/421:40IAD - CPT
1 stop32h 10mTurkish Airlines
Fri 2/516:35CPT - IAD
1 stop24h 15mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 20/1R17 489
Sat 1/220:30BWI - CPT
1 stop30h 50mBritish Airways
Mon 10/222:00CPT - BWI
1 stop25h 55mBritish Airways
Deal found 20/1R18 253
Mon 5/511:00IAD - CPT
1 stop21h 30mEthiopian Air
Tue 10/613:50CPT - IAD
2 stops25h 05mEthiopian Air
Deal found 20/1R18 831
Wed 12/220:05IAD - CPT
1 stop31h 35mQatar Airways
Sun 23/26:50CPT - IAD
2 stops40h 05mQatar Airways
Deal found 21/1R20 733
Tue 11/218:00DCA - CPT
2 stops35h 40mUnited Airlines
Tue 18/218:10CPT - DCA
2 stops25h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 20/1R25 450
Thu 27/36:30DCA - CPT
2 stops48h 25mKenya Airways
Sun 6/414:30CPT - DCA
3 stops33h 39mKenya Airways
Deal found 20/1R27 091
Thu 20/220:10DCA - CPT
1 stop38h 50mAir Canada
Wed 26/218:10CPT - DCA
2 stops27h 15mAir Canada
Deal found 20/1R27 165
Sun 2/317:40DCA - CPT
2 stops29h 50mDelta
Sun 9/321:15CPT - DCA
1 stop27h 07mDelta
Deal found 20/1R29 048
Tue 18/215:30BWI - CPT
2 stops23h 00mKLM
Tue 18/323:20CPT - BWI
2 stops25h 36mKLM
Deal found 21/1R29 477
Sat 1/221:55IAD - CPT
1 stop29h 25mAmerican Airlines
Mon 10/222:00CPT - IAD
2 stops28h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 20/1R17 283
Direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town
Explore direct flight options from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 21 January 2025.
Mon 3/218:50IAD - CPT
Nonstop14h 20mUnited Airlines
Tue 18/220:50CPT - IAD
Nonstop16h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 20/1R24 797
Last-minute flights from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town
Discover last-minute flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town. Data last updated 21 January 2025 and is based on user searches.
Wed 22/120:05IAD - CPT
1 stop31h 35mQatar Airways
Mon 27/112:35CPT - IAD
1 stop34h 20mQatar Airways
Deal found 21/1R20 546
Mon 27/120:30BWI - CPT
1 stop28h 30mBritish Airways
Fri 7/218:45CPT - BWI
1 stop31h 00mBritish Airways
Deal found 20/1R16 948
Mon 27/111:51BWI - CPT
2 stops37h 09mAmerican Airlines
Fri 7/218:45CPT - BWI
1 stop31h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 20/1R17 190
Mon 27/121:55IAD - CPT
1 stop29h 25mAmerican Airlines
Mon 3/222:00CPT - IAD
2 stops28h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 19/1R17 283
Mon 27/120:05IAD - CPT
1 stop31h 25mQatar Airways
Fri 31/112:35CPT - IAD
1 stop34h 20mQatar Airways
Deal found 19/1R22 019
Mon 27/117:59DCA - CPT
2 stops31h 01mBritish Airways
Mon 3/222:00CPT - DCA
2 stops25h 55mBritish Airways
Deal found 19/1R22 262
Mon 27/118:50IAD - CPT
Nonstop14h 20mUnited Airlines
Mon 3/29:30CPT - IAD
1 stop37h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 19/1R29 496
Mon 27/118:00IAD - CPT
1 stop35h 10mMultiple Airlines
Mon 3/222:00CPT - IAD
2 stops28h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/1R17 283
Wed 29/119:37IAD - CPT
2 stops58h 18mMultiple Airlines
Wed 19/214:30CPT - IAD
3 stops27h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/1R18 626
Wed 29/117:00DCA - CPT
2 stops34h 40mQatar Airways
Wed 19/212:35CPT - DCA
2 stops34h 51mQatar Airways
Deal found 20/1R26 084
Thu 30/121:55IAD - CPT
1 stop27h 05mBritish Airways
Mon 3/222:00CPT - IAD
1 stop28h 45mBritish Airways
Deal found 20/1R17 880
Thu 30/16:09DCA - CPT
2 stops47h 46mKenya Airways
Thu 13/214:25CPT - DCA
3 stops26h 51mKenya Airways
Deal found 20/1R28 097
One-way flights from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town
Search for one-way flight options from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 21 January 2025.
Wed 19/220:05IAD - CPT
1 stop31h 35mQatar Airways
Deal found 20/1R10 460
Sat 1/212:00IAD - CPT
3 stops45h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/1R11 224
Wed 19/26:45BWI - CPT
2 stops51h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/1R12 492
Mon 27/120:05IAD - CPT
1 stop31h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 20/1R12 716
Wed 19/218:10DCA - CPT
2 stops33h 30mQatar Airways
Deal found 20/1R12 921
Thu 6/221:25IAD - CPT
1 stop31h 35mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 21/1R14 468
Thu 6/210:00IAD - CPT
1 stop20h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 21/1R14 505
Mon 27/118:39DCA - CPT
2 stops30h 21mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 20/1R16 967
Sun 22/618:10IAD - CPT
1 stop33h 20mLufthansa
Deal found 21/1R17 022
Sun 22/620:45IAD - CPT
2 stops35h 50mSWISS
Deal found 21/1R17 414
Thu 20/28:04BWI - CPT
2 stops43h 26mQatar Airways
Deal found 20/1R17 545
Thu 6/218:50IAD - CPT
Nonstop14h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 21/1R21 031
Find flights from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town within your budget
Customise your flight search to find flights from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town 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 594 507 searches. Data last updated 21 January 2025.
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BaltimoreCape Town
BWI - CPT
BWICPT
Baltimore/Washington
Mon 3/2
20:30-10:20
1 stop30h 50m
Cape Town Intl
Tue 18/2
20:55-18:45
1 stop28h 50m
R17 078
Washington, D.C.Cape Town
IAD - CPT
IADCPT
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Sat 1/2
21:55-10:20
1 stop29h 25m
Cape Town Intl
Mon 10/2
22:00-19:35
2 stops28h 35m
R17 283
Washington, D.C.Cape Town
IAD - CPT
IADCPT
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Wed 19/2
19:35-12:55
2 stops58h 20m
Cape Town Intl
Wed 26/2
14:30-11:25
3 stops27h 55m
R17 451
Washington, D.C.Cape Town
IAD - CPT
IADCPT
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Tue 22/4
21:40-11:50
1 stop32h 10m
Cape Town Intl
Fri 2/5
16:35-10:50
1 stop24h 15m
R17 489
BaltimoreCape Town
BWI - CPT
BWICPT
Baltimore/Washington
Sat 1/2
20:30-10:20
1 stop30h 50m
Cape Town Intl
Mon 10/2
22:00-16:55
1 stop25h 55m
R18 253
Washington, D.C.Cape Town
IAD - CPT
IADCPT
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Fri 7/2
21:55-12:10
1 stop31h 15m
Cape Town Intl
Fri 14/2
18:45-19:45
1 stop32h 00m
R18 253
BaltimoreCape Town
BWI - CPT
BWICPT
Baltimore/Washington
Wed 5/3
20:30-12:10
1 stop32h 40m
Cape Town Intl
Wed 19/3
22:00-19:45
1 stop27h 45m
R18 812
Washington, D.C.Cape Town
IAD - CPT
IADCPT
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Mon 5/5
11:00-14:30
1 stop21h 30m
Cape Town Intl
Tue 10/6
13:50-8:55
2 stops25h 05m
R18 831
Washington, D.C.Cape Town
DCA - CPT
DCACPT
Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
Tue 18/3
6:00-12:10
2 stops24h 10m
Cape Town Intl
Tue 25/3
22:00-18:48
2 stops26h 48m
R19 092
Washington, D.C.Cape Town
IAD - CPT
IADCPT
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Wed 12/2
20:05-10:40
1 stop31h 35m
Cape Town Intl
Sun 23/2
6:50-15:55
2 stops40h 05m
R20 733
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Best time to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town
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Travel insights for flights from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town
Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.
How far ahead should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on 17 January 2025.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town, you should look to book at least 66 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town (average of R110). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of R187). 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 WAS to CPT?
Find hourly flight availability from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 21 January 2025.
One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 16% on airfare.
Rainfall in Cape Town by month
Plan your trip to Cape Town by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.
In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Cape Town ranges from 20.0 - 100.0 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 100.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Cape Town when rainfall is around 20.0 mm.
Temperature in Cape Town by month
Plan your trip to Cape Town by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.
If weather is an important factor for your trip to Cape Town, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 21.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 12.0 C).
Reviews of airlines servicing Cape Town
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cape Town. 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 Cape Town. Reviews last updated 21 January 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town, such as Delta, British Airways and American Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
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What airport do you fly into for flights to Cape Town from Washington, D.C.?
Located just 15,6 km from the city centre, Cape Town Intl is the airport most travellers will use when flying to Cape Town from Washington, D.C.. Booking flights from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town Intl (CPT) should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily inbound flights from Washington, D.C. from 2 different airlines.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town round-trip?
American Airlines, at R16 948, was found to be the cheapest airline from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Turkish Airlines and British Airways. You may be able to fly from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town for 38% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town one-way?
The cheapest airline one-way is Qatar Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as R10 460. However, be on the lookout for offers from American Airlines and Turkish Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town for a low price.
What are the most popular routes from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town?
While some choose either Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Cape Town Intl or Baltimore/Washington - Cape Town Intl, Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Cape Town Intl is the most popular route from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town.
Can I find deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Washington, D.C. to Cape Town flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town 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 Washington, D.C. to Cape Town?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town (average of R110). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of R187). 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.
Explore flights to Cape Town departing from other origins. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 21 January 2025.
Top 2 airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town
Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town. 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 594 507 searches. Data last updated 21 January 2025.
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