What is the cheapest airline that flies from Cape Town Intl to Washington, D.C.?

Turkish Airlines, Delta, and Qatar Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Cape Town Intl to Washington, D.C.

Which airport is the most popular for stopovers for flights between Cape Town and Washington, D.C.?

Dubai (DXB) was the most common stop: 75% of momondo users choosing one-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which stopover airport has the shortest connection time from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.?

Dubai (DXB) has the shortest average stopover time for this route: 1h 13m.

Which airlines fly to Washington, D.C.?

KLM, United Airlines and Ethiopian Air are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Washington, D.C. from Cape Town according to our data. KLM is the first choice among our users, with 41% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Washington, D.C.. Keep in mind that there are 7 different airlines that fly to Washington, D.C. on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Which stopover airport offers the lowest fares from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.?

Flights via London (LHR) offer the lowest average return price of R75 925.

Which stopover airport has the shortest travel time from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.?

Flights connecting via London (LHR) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 24h 35m.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Washington, D.C.?

Prices for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Washington, D.C.?

The number of operators available for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. is 7 as of November 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly from Cape Town Intl Airport to Washington, D.C.?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Cape Town Intl Airport to Washington, D.C..

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Washington, D.C.?

The required travel and health documents for your Washington, D.C. trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Washington, D.C.. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Washington, D.C.?

In general, May is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around R16 556. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of May, then book flights to Washington, D.C. from Cape Town during November instead. Flights to Washington, D.C. in November, while not as cheap as those in May, still average around R17 152.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Washington, D.C.?

The cheapest day to depart from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. is on a Thursday. Travellers who choose to depart for Washington, D.C. on a Thursday will often find tickets for as low as R16 554. When flying out on a Friday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. for around R21 536.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Washington, D.C.?

Flying to Washington, D.C. from Cape Town in the afternoon is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as R14 462 when looking at flights departing in the afternoon. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the evening when prices are R19 441 on average. Flights to Washington, D.C. from Cape Town in the evening are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travellers’ schedules.

What is the cheapest Cape Town Intl to Washington, D.C. flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Washington, D.C.?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Washington, D.C. from Cape Town when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Washington, D.C. for around R19 221 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Washington, D.C. from Cape Town for as low as R17 118 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Cape Town Intl to Washington, D.C. flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Cape Town Intl to Washington, D.C. flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on Cape Town to Washington, D.C. flights?

You could potentially save up to 32% on your flight if you consider stops on a Cape Town to Washington, D.C. flight.

How have Cape Town to Washington, D.C. flight prices changed over time?

As of November 2025, prices for Cape Town to Washington, D.C. flights are approximately 4% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Best price found	R18 520
Fastest flight time	15h 55m
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The best one-way flight to Washington, D.C. from Cape Town in the past 72 hours is R18 520. The best return flight deal from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R16 236.

The fastest flight from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. takes 15h 55m

Direct flights go from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. on Monday, Wednesday and Saturday. There are no airlines offering direct flights..

There is 1 airport near Washington, D.C.: Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD)

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How far is Cape Town Intl to Washington, D.C. by plane?
There are 12705,3 km between Cape Town Intl and Washington, D.C.. Flights usually cover this in 16h 10m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Washington, D.C.?
Prices for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Washington, D.C.?
The number of operators available for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. is 7 as of November 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from Cape Town Intl Airport to Washington, D.C.?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Cape Town Intl Airport to Washington, D.C..
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Washington, D.C.?
The required travel and health documents for your Washington, D.C. trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Washington, D.C.. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Cape Town and Washington, D.C., the leading plane model is Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner, making up 91,55% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Airbus A350-900 with 7,04% and Boeing 777 with 1,41%.
What is the most popular airline from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Cape Town and Washington, D.C., the leading airline is United Airlines, making up 41% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include KLM with 19%, Ethiopian Air with 13%, and Turkish Airlines with 9%.

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Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R14 239	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 894 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Virgin Atlantic	PriceFrom R14 814	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,5 673 reviews	Search Virgin Atlantic flights
KLM	PriceFrom R15 346	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,7 1 411 reviews	Search KLM flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom R16 058	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 9 017 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R16 732	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 4 044 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
British Airways	PriceFrom R16 936	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,7 7 522 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R17 542	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 663 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights

United Airlines Flights From Cape Town to Washington, D.C.
The lowest priced United Airlines flight from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. from the last 72 hours was R16 058. Generally, United Airlines has 3 flights on this route every week with an average price of R21 429. United Airlines is rated 7,4/10 by our users.

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There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Cape Town Intl to Washington, D.C. flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on Cape Town to Washington, D.C. flights?

You could potentially save up to 32% on your flight if you consider stops on a Cape Town to Washington, D.C. flight.

How have Cape Town to Washington, D.C. flight prices changed over time?

As of November 2025, prices for Cape Town to Washington, D.C. flights are approximately 4% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Cape Town Intl to Washington, D.C.?

Turkish Airlines, Delta, and Qatar Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Cape Town Intl to Washington, D.C.

Which airlines fly to Washington, D.C.?

Which airport is the most popular for stopovers for flights between Cape Town and Washington, D.C.?

Dubai (DXB) was the most common stop: 75% of momondo users choosing one-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which stopover airport offers the lowest fares from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.?

Flights via London (LHR) offer the lowest average return price of R75 925.

Which stopover airport has the shortest travel time from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.?

Flights connecting via London (LHR) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 24h 35m.

Which stopover airport has the shortest connection time from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.?

Dubai (DXB) has the shortest average stopover time for this route: 1h 13m.

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