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Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town from R10 165

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 8/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
WAS — CPT
Dec 24 — Dec 311
1 adult

The best prices from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town Intl are usually found in January or February, booked 36 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 19 December 2024.

Round-trip from

R18 300

One-way from

R10 165

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

January

Average price

R30 475
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 18/1-3/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 65h 00m total
  • Washington, D.C. to Cape Town
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8/2
  • 8/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 50h 50m total
  • Washington, D.C. to Cape Town
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High demand for flights, 9% potential price rise
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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 19 December 2024.

Mon 30/1217:50IAD - CPT
2 stops37h 00mMultiple Airlines
Mon 13/119:50CPT - IAD
1 stop27h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/12R28 790
Mon 30/127:15IAD - CPT
1 stop28h 45mDelta
Mon 13/123:20CPT - IAD
1 stop23h 25mDelta
Deal found 19/12R29 805
Mon 30/127:10BWI - CPT
1 stop28h 50mDelta
Mon 13/123:20CPT - BWI
2 stops26h 58mDelta
Deal found 17/12R29 986
Mon 30/126:05DCA - CPT
1 stop29h 55mDelta
Mon 13/123:20CPT - DCA
2 stops31h 19mDelta
Deal found 17/12R30 077
Tue 31/1214:45BWI - CPT
2 stops24h 25mKLM
Mon 13/123:20CPT - BWI
2 stops26h 58mKLM
Deal found 16/12R31 255
Mon 30/1218:15IAD - CPT
2 stops44h 40mSWISS
Mon 13/119:50CPT - IAD
2 stops25h 10mSWISS
Deal found 19/12R33 374
Mon 30/1218:50IAD - CPT
Nonstop14h 20mUnited Airlines
Mon 13/118:30CPT - IAD
1 stop28h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 19/12R33 592
Tue 31/1216:00DCA - CPT
2 stops23h 50mMultiple Airlines
Mon 13/120:50CPT - DCA
1 stop20h 41mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/12R34 969
Fri 27/1216:00DCA - CPT
1 stop19h 00mUnited Airlines
Tue 4/318:30CPT - DCA
2 stops27h 59mUnited Airlines
Deal found 17/12R37 288
Mon 30/1220:40IAD - CPT
3 stops39h 40mEthiopian Air
Mon 13/117:20CPT - IAD
3 stops45h 40mEthiopian Air
Deal found 19/12R39 426
Thu 26/1217:35IAD - CPT
2 stops53h 55mAir France
Fri 10/18:50CPT - IAD
2 stops41h 00mAir France
Deal found 18/12R39 915
Tue 31/1218:10BWI - CPT
3 stops34h 50mMultiple Airlines
Mon 13/117:15CPT - BWI
3 stops32h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/12R40 114

Find flights from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town within your budget

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Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 18/1

14:00-12:00

1 stop39h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 3/3

17:15-12:15

1 stop26h 00m

R18 300

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 21/1

19:37-21:40

2 stops43h 03m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 27/1

14:30-18:57

3 stops35h 27m

R18 517

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 25/2

10:00-13:45

1 stop20h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 4/3

13:50-8:00

2 stops25h 10m

R18 608

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 21/1

20:05-10:40

1 stop31h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 27/1

12:35-15:55

1 stop34h 20m

R19 659

BaltimoreCape Town

BWI - CPT

BWICPT

Baltimore/Washington

Fri 31/1

20:30-10:20

1 stop30h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 7/2

22:00-18:45

1 stop27h 45m

R19 912

BaltimoreCape Town

BWI - CPT

BWICPT

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 1/2

20:30-12:10

1 stop32h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 8/2

18:45-18:45

1 stop31h 00m

R20 148

BaltimoreCape Town

BWI - CPT

BWICPT

Baltimore/Washington

Fri 31/1

20:30-10:20

1 stop30h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 2/2

22:00-18:45

1 stop27h 45m

R20 166

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

DCA - CPT

DCACPT

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 1/2

18:03-8:00

2 stops30h 57m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 8/2

20:55-16:55

2 stops27h 00m

R20 257

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 15/1

21:55-10:20

1 stop29h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 19/1

22:00-15:35

1 stop24h 35m

R21 362

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 10/1

21:55-12:10

1 stop31h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 9/2

22:00-15:35

1 stop24h 35m

R21 416

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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 13 December 2024.

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 36 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 19 December 2024.

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 19 December 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town, such as Delta, American Airlines and Air France. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 412 reviews
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Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 412 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 412 reviews
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Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Delta
8,0
Very Good
8 604 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 412 reviews
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Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

KLM
7,8
Good
1 349 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 412 reviews
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Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

SWISS
7,6
Good
1 605 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 412 reviews
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Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Qatar Airways
7,5
Good
3 792 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 412 reviews
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Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • 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?

    Turkish Airlines, at R18 300, was found to be the cheapest airline from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Ethiopian Air and Qatar Airways. You may be able to fly from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town for 30% 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 R12 302. However, be on the lookout for offers from Turkish Airlines and Ethiopian Air, 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 Baltimore/Washington - Cape Town Intl or Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - 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.

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