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Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town from R11 086

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 5/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
WAS — CPT
Kas 20 — Kas 271
1 adult

The best prices from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town Intl are usually found in January or November, booked 66 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Tuesday 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 15 Kasım 2024.

Round-trip from

R18 592

One-way from

R11 086

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

January
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 14/4-26/4
  • 3 total stops
  • 46h 35m total
  • Washington, D.C. to Cape Town
5/4
  • 5/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 44h 25m total
  • Washington, D.C. to Cape Town
High demand for flights, 16% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 15% potential price drop

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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 15 Kasım 2024.

Pzt 2/1214:00IAD - CPT
1 stop39h 00mTurkish Airlines
Sal 10/1217:15CPT - IAD
1 stop26h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 14/11R18 866
Pzt 2/1214:00IAD - CPT
1 stop39h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sal 10/1214:00CPT - IAD
2 stops36h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/11R19 195
Çar 27/1120:30BWI - CPT
1 stop32h 40mAmerican Airlines
Çar 4/1218:45CPT - BWI
1 stop31h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 14/11R19 870
Çar 27/1118:00IAD - CPT
1 stop35h 10mAmerican Airlines
Sal 3/1218:45CPT - IAD
1 stop27h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 15/11R19 870
Per 5/1210:00IAD - CPT
1 stop20h 45mEthiopian Air
Pzt 9/1214:35CPT - IAD
2 stops24h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 14/11R19 998
Pzt 2/1222:00DCA - CPT
2 stops31h 10mAmerican Airlines
Sal 10/1218:45CPT - DCA
2 stops29h 03mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 15/11R20 053
Çar 27/1120:30BWI - CPT
2 stops53h 00mMultiple Airlines
Çar 4/1215:20CPT - BWI
2 stops34h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/11R23 614
Çar 27/1110:35IAD - CPT
1 stop23h 50mJetBlue
Paz 1/1218:55CPT - IAD
1 stop28h 00mJetBlue
Deal found 14/11R24 254
Pzt 25/1120:30BWI - CPT
1 stop28h 30mBritish Airways
Pzt 9/1218:40CPT - BWI
2 stops55h 05mBritish Airways
Deal found 13/11R24 363
Cmt 7/1212:16IAD - CPT
3 stops42h 19mKenya Airways
Pzt 16/1214:30CPT - IAD
3 stops33h 14mKenya Airways
Deal found 14/11R24 546
Cmt 7/1222:15IAD - CPT
2 stops29h 50mSWISS
Pzt 16/1219:50CPT - IAD
1 stop27h 35mSWISS
Deal found 14/11R26 883
Çar 4/126:00DCA - CPT
2 stops42h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sal 17/1218:30CPT - DCA
2 stops35h 07mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/11R26 956

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Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Pzt 14/4

11:00-14:30

1 stop21h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Cmt 26/4

13:50-8:55

2 stops25h 05m

R18 592

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Çar 16/4

21:40-11:50

1 stop32h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Cmt 26/4

16:35-10:50

1 stop24h 15m

R18 610

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Per 16/1

14:00-12:00

1 stop39h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Sal 25/2

6:05-19:30

2 stops44h 25m

R18 702

BaltimoreCape Town

BWI - CPT

BWICPT

Baltimore/Washington

Çar 27/11

20:30-12:10

1 stop32h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Çar 4/12

18:45-18:45

1 stop31h 00m

R19 870

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sal 11/2

20:05-10:40

1 stop31h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Paz 23/2

12:35-15:55

1 stop34h 20m

R19 907

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

DCA - CPT

DCACPT

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Pzt 2/12

22:00-12:10

2 stops31h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Sal 10/12

18:45-16:48

2 stops29h 03m

R20 053

BaltimoreCape Town

BWI - CPT

BWICPT

Baltimore/Washington

Sal 29/4

21:20-11:00

1 stop31h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Paz 4/5

18:40-19:30

1 stop30h 50m

R20 327

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Çar 27/11

18:00-12:10

1 stop35h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Çar 4/12

20:40-19:45

1 stop30h 05m

R21 094

BaltimoreCape Town

BWI - CPT

BWICPT

Baltimore/Washington

Çar 26/2

20:30-12:10

1 stop32h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Sal 4/3

15:20-18:45

2 stops34h 25m

R22 062

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Per 16/1

21:55-12:10

1 stop31h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Sal 25/2

22:00-15:35

1 stop24h 35m

R22 409

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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 8 November 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 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 R149). 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 15 Kasım 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 18% 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 15 Kasım 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town, such as Ethiopian Air, American Airlines and Qatar Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8,0
Very Good
8 786 reviews

Comfort

7,9

Boarding

8,2

Overall

8,0

Crew

8,5

Entertainment

7,9

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

8,0
Very Good
8 786 reviews
8,0
Very Good
8 786 reviews

Comfort

7,9

Boarding

8,2

Overall

8,0

Crew

8,5

Entertainment

7,9

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

7,8
Good
1 350 reviews
8,0
Very Good
8 786 reviews

Comfort

7,9

Boarding

8,2

Overall

8,0

Crew

8,5

Entertainment

7,9

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

7,6
Good
1 638 reviews
8,0
Very Good
8 786 reviews

Comfort

7,9

Boarding

8,2

Overall

8,0

Crew

8,5

Entertainment

7,9

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

7,6
Good
662 reviews
8,0
Very Good
8 786 reviews

Comfort

7,9

Boarding

8,2

Overall

8,0

Crew

8,5

Entertainment

7,9

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

7,5
Good
3 857 reviews
8,0
Very Good
8 786 reviews

Comfort

7,9

Boarding

8,2

Overall

8,0

Crew

8,5

Entertainment

7,9

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

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 1 airline.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town round-trip?

    Ethiopian Air, at R18 592, 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 American Airlines. You may be able to fly from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town for 29% 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 474. However, be on the lookout for offers from Ethiopian Air 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?

  • 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 R149). 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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