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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. from R10 418

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 4/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — WAS
dez 24 — dez 311
1 adult

The best prices from Cape Town Intl to Washington, D.C. are usually found in March or February, booked 41 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

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 19 dezembro 2024.

Round-trip from

R14 857

One-way from

R10 418

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

March

Average price

R18 282
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 11/3-23/4
  • 3 total stops
  • 46h 40m total
  • Cape Town to Washington, D.C.
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 4/2
  • 1 total stop
  • 26h 45m total
  • Cape Town to Washington, D.C.
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High demand for flights, 11% 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 19 dezembro 2024.

qui 26/1223:59CPT - IAD
1 stop22h 46mKLM
qua 12/217:35IAD - CPT
1 stop20h 55mKLM
Deal found 18/12R18 572
qui 26/1215:20CPT - IAD
2 stops31h 55mAir France
qua 12/217:35IAD - CPT
2 stops29h 55mAir France
Deal found 18/12R19 115
qui 26/1223:59CPT - BWI
2 stops29h 48mKLM
qua 12/212:41BWI - CPT
2 stops25h 49mKLM
Deal found 18/12R19 695
qui 26/1218:45CPT - BWI
1 stop31h 00mMultiple Airlines
qua 12/220:30BWI - CPT
2 stops40h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/12R22 848
qui 26/1218:45CPT - BWI
1 stop31h 00mBritish Airways
qua 12/220:30BWI - CPT
1 stop30h 50mBritish Airways
Deal found 18/12R23 608
qui 26/1223:59CPT - IAD
1 stop22h 46mMultiple Airlines
qui 2/121:30IAD - CPT
1 stop26h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/12R27 957
qui 26/129:30CPT - IAD
2 stops37h 00mSWISS
qui 2/120:45IAD - CPT
2 stops39h 35mSWISS
Deal found 18/12R33 193
qui 26/128:55CPT - IAD
3 stops30h 05mEthiopian Air
qua 12/220:40IAD - CPT
3 stops28h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 18/12R44 898
qui 26/129:30CPT - IAD
1 stop37h 25mUnited Airlines
qui 2/118:50IAD - CPT
Nonstop14h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 18/12R148 626

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

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 594 507 searches. Data last updated 19 dezembro 2024.

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Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - IAD

CPTIAD

Cape Town Intl

ter 11/3

13:50-9:00

2 stops25h 10m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

qua 23/4

11:00-14:30

1 stop21h 30m

R14 857

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - IAD

CPTIAD

Cape Town Intl

seg 10/3

23:20-16:45

1 stop23h 25m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

qui 29/5

17:25-21:25

1 stop22h 00m

R16 180

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - IAD

CPTIAD

Cape Town Intl

qui 13/3

23:20-16:45

1 stop23h 25m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

qui 29/5

17:25-21:25

1 stop22h 00m

R16 198

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - IAD

CPTIAD

Cape Town Intl

ter 11/3

17:15-12:35

1 stop25h 20m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

qua 23/4

21:40-11:50

1 stop32h 10m

R17 466

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - IAD

CPTIAD

Cape Town Intl

qua 22/1

22:00-15:35

1 stop24h 35m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

dom 26/1

21:55-10:20

1 stop29h 25m

R17 774

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - IAD

CPTIAD

Cape Town Intl

ter 11/3

15:20-17:15

2 stops31h 55m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

qua 23/4

12:30-21:30

2 stops51h 00m

R17 883

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - DCA

CPTDCA

Cape Town Intl

sex 24/1

21:15-12:49

1 stop22h 34m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

sex 31/1

11:35-21:30

2 stops26h 55m

R17 937

Cape TownBaltimore

CPT - BWI

CPTBWI

Cape Town Intl

sex 24/1

22:00-18:45

1 stop27h 45m

Baltimore/Washington

sex 31/1

20:30-10:20

1 stop30h 50m

R17 974

Cape TownBaltimore

CPT - BWI

CPTBWI

Cape Town Intl

sex 24/1

22:00-18:45

1 stop27h 45m

Baltimore/Washington

sex 31/1

17:26-10:20

2 stops33h 54m

R18 825

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - DCA

CPTDCA

Cape Town Intl

qua 22/1

22:00-16:27

2 stops25h 27m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

dom 26/1

17:59-8:00

2 stops31h 01m

R19 097

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

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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 13 December 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 4 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 19 dezembro 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 20% 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 19 dezembro 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with United Airlines, Ethiopian Air and KLM 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.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 410 reviews
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Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 410 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 410 reviews
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Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 331 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 410 reviews
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Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Delta
8,0
Very Good
8 600 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 410 reviews
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Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

KLM
7,8
Good
1 349 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 410 reviews
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Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Qatar Airways
7,5
Good
3 792 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 410 reviews
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Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

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 857), KLM (R16 180), and Delta (R16 198) 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 Qatar Airways (R10 418), Turkish Airlines (R10 654), and Ethiopian Air (R12 973).

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

    The most popular flight routes from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. are Cape Town Intl - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl, Cape Town Intl - Baltimore/Washington and Cape Town Intl - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National.

  • 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 713, our data indicates the cheapest price to be R13 227. The most popular route (Cape Town Intl - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl), is priced around R15 256.

  • 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.

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.. 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 19 dezembro 2024.
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United AirlinesCheapestR11 496AverageR29 065FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR13 944AverageR15 804FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR14 374AverageR16 215FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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DeltaCheapestR14 683AverageR20 509FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR14 962AverageR17 914FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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KLMCheapestR15 318AverageR24 488FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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British AirwaysCheapestR17 442AverageR19 359FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR17 689AverageR19 341FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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EmiratesCheapestR19 391AverageR26 626FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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