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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. from R10 729

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 20/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — WAS
Nov 26 — Dec 31
1 adult

The best prices from Cape Town Intl to Washington, D.C. are usually found in February or March, booked 46 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Thursday and return on a Tuesday

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. 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 636 650 searches. Data last updated 21 November 2024.

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Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - IAD

CPTIAD

Cape Town Intl

Tue 11/3

13:50-9:00

2 stops25h 10m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 23/4

11:00-14:30

1 stop21h 30m

R14 800

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - IAD

CPTIAD

Cape Town Intl

Tue 11/3

21:15-21:47

1 stop30h 32m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 23/4

17:25-21:25

1 stop22h 00m

R16 193

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - IAD

CPTIAD

Cape Town Intl

Tue 11/3

20:50-6:45

Nonstop15h 55m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 23/4

18:10-9:25

1 stop33h 15m

R17 080

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - IAD

CPTIAD

Cape Town Intl

Tue 11/3

20:50-6:45

Nonstop15h 55m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 23/4

18:10-9:25

1 stop33h 15m

R17 170

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - IAD

CPTIAD

Cape Town Intl

Thu 23/1

17:15-19:30

1 stop33h 15m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 28/2

21:25-12:00

1 stop31h 35m

R18 002

Cape TownBaltimore

CPT - BWI

CPTBWI

Cape Town Intl

Thu 23/1

18:45-18:45

1 stop31h 00m

Baltimore/Washington

Fri 28/2

20:30-12:10

1 stop32h 40m

R18 581

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - IAD

CPTIAD

Cape Town Intl

Wed 15/1

23:55-16:25

1 stop23h 30m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 25/1

17:35-11:05

2 stops34h 30m

R18 925

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - IAD

CPTIAD

Cape Town Intl

Wed 15/1

18:45-15:35

1 stop27h 50m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 25/1

18:00-8:00

1 stop31h 00m

R18 943

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - IAD

CPTIAD

Cape Town Intl

Tue 11/3

14:40-16:50

2 stops32h 10m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 23/4

22:05-9:25

2 stops29h 20m

R19 830

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - DCA

CPTDCA

Cape Town Intl

Tue 11/3

20:55-16:29

2 stops25h 34m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 23/4

19:45-11:00

2 stops33h 15m

R21 585

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Cheap flight deals from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cape Town (CPT) to Washington, D.C. (WAS). 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 November 2024.

Round-trip from

R14 800

One-way from

R10 729

Popular in

August

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February
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 11/3-23/4
  • 3 total stops
  • 46h 40m total
  • Cape Town to Washington, D.C.
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 20/1
  • 1 total stop
  • 33h 15m total
  • Cape Town to Washington, D.C.
High demand for flights, 14% potential price rise
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Cheapest flights from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 November 2024.

Wed 27/1123:20CPT - IAD
1 stop23h 25mDelta
Sun 8/1221:30IAD - CPT
1 stop26h 00mDelta
Deal found 21/11R17 876
Fri 22/1120:50CPT - IAD
Nonstop16h 05mUnited Airlines
Mon 30/1218:50IAD - CPT
Nonstop14h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 21/11R18 690
Wed 27/1123:55CPT - IAD
1 stop22h 35mSWISS
Sun 8/1220:45IAD - CPT
2 stops27h 55mSWISS
Deal found 21/11R20 517
Fri 22/118:30CPT - IAD
2 stops41h 20mMultiple Airlines
Mon 30/1218:45IAD - CPT
2 stops44h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/11R24 389
Wed 27/1123:20CPT - BWI
2 stops41h 55mKLM
Sun 8/1214:10BWI - CPT
2 stops24h 20mKLM
Deal found 21/11R26 054
Wed 27/1118:45CPT - BWI
1 stop31h 00mBritish Airways
Sun 8/1220:30BWI - CPT
1 stop32h 40mBritish Airways
Deal found 21/11R27 375
Wed 27/118:55CPT - IAD
3 stops30h 05mEthiopian Air
Sun 8/1210:00IAD - CPT
2 stops26h 20mEthiopian Air
Deal found 21/11R44 563
Fri 22/1118:25CPT - DCA
2 stops36h 21mEmirates
Mon 30/1212:35DCA - CPT
2 stops40h 05mEmirates
Deal found 21/11R50 787
Fri 20/1218:45CPT - IAD
1 stop27h 50mBritish Airways
Tue 31/1221:55IAD - CPT
1 stop31h 15mBritish Airways
Deal found 20/11R77 763
Fri 20/1214:30CPT - DCA
3 stops33h 19mKenya Airways
Tue 31/129:00DCA - CPT
3 stops45h 35mKenya Airways
Deal found 20/11R81 056
Fri 20/1220:55CPT - DCA
2 stops26h 29mBritish Airways
Tue 31/1217:13DCA - CPT
2 stops31h 47mBritish Airways
Deal found 20/11R144 236
Fri 20/1218:55CPT - DCA
2 stops31h 00mQatar Airways
Tue 31/1212:13DCA - CPT
2 stops46h 12mQatar Airways
Deal found 20/11R152 613

Best time to book a flight from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Washington, D.C. from Cape Town with our price prediction graph.
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Travel insights for flights from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on 15 November 2024.

The price you pay for your flight from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 46 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. (average of R815). Flying from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. in August is currently the most expensive (average of R1 264). 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 CPT to WAS?

Find hourly flight availability from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 21 November 2024.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 21% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on 23 June 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Cape Town to Washington, D.C. flight should consider departing on Monday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Washington, D.C. by month

Plan your trip to Washington, D.C. by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Washington, D.C. ranges from 66.0 - 102.0 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 102.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Washington, D.C. when rainfall is around 66.0 mm.

Temperature in Washington, D.C. by month

Plan your trip to Washington, D.C. by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Washington, D.C., use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 27.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 2.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Washington, D.C.

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to 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 an airline for your flight to Washington, D.C.. Reviews last updated 21 November 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, Air France and British Airways from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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Very Good
3 486 reviews

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

8,1
Very Good
3 486 reviews
8,1
Very Good
3 486 reviews

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

8,1
Very Good
1 336 reviews
8,1
Very Good
3 486 reviews

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

8,0
Very Good
8 756 reviews
8,1
Very Good
3 486 reviews

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

7,8
Good
1 350 reviews
8,1
Very Good
3 486 reviews

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

7,6
Good
1 637 reviews
8,1
Very Good
3 486 reviews

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.. 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 from for flights from Cape Town to 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 Washington, D.C. from Cape Town. Booking flights from Cape Town Intl (CPT) to Washington, D.C. should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily outbound flights to Washington, D.C. from 9 different airlines.

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

    According to our current data, Ethiopian Air (R14 800), Delta (R16 193), and United Airlines (R17 116) offers the cheapest pricing from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.. Ethiopian Air is 22% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. one-way?

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. are Turkish Airlines (R10 729), Ethiopian Air (R12 701), and Kenya Airways (R17 007).

  • What are the most popular routes from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.?

  • What are the cheapest flights from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.? While on average our users pay R47 477, our data indicates the cheapest price to be R15 895. The most popular route (Cape Town Intl - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National), is priced around R21 585.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Cape Town to Washington, D.C. flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Cape Town to Washington, D.C..

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. 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 Cape Town to Washington, D.C.?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. (average of R815). Flying from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. in August is currently the most expensive (average of R1 264). 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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Top 9 airlines flying from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.

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United AirlinesCheapestR11 480AverageR28 932FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR13 924AverageR15 182FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR14 354AverageR16 215FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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DeltaCheapestR14 662AverageR20 480FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR14 940AverageR18 565FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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KLMCheapestR15 296AverageR24 529FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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British AirwaysCheapestR17 417AverageR19 207FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR17 664AverageR19 313FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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EmiratesCheapestR19 364AverageR25 209FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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