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21:30 - 11:37CPT-DCA
21h 07m1 stop
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9:54 - 19:15DCA-CPT
26h 21m2 stops
R15 911Delta
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Thu, Dec 4 - Thu, Jan 15
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21:30 - 18:01CPT-IAD
27h 31m1 stop
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12:40 - 19:15IAD-CPT
23h 35m1 stop
R15 946Delta
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Fri, Dec 26 - Mon, Feb 9
Delta Logo
23:45 - 16:05CPT-IAD
23h 20m1 stop
Delta Logo
15:42 - 19:15IAD-CPT
20h 33m1 stop
R15 980Delta
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Wed, Dec 24 - Mon, Feb 9
Delta Logo
23:45 - 16:05CPT-IAD
23h 20m1 stop
Delta Logo
15:42 - 19:15IAD-CPT
20h 33m1 stop
R15 997Delta
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Wed, Dec 24 - Mon, Feb 9
Delta Logo
23:45 - 16:05CPT-IAD
23h 20m1 stop
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15:42 - 19:15IAD-CPT
20h 33m1 stop
R16 014Delta
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Wed, Dec 24 - Mon, Feb 9
United Airlines Logo
20:50 - 9:53CPT-DCA
20h 03m1 stop
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15:15 - 18:00DCA-CPT
19h 45m1 stop
R17 647United Airlines
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Sat, Jan 17 - Tue, Feb 3
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20:50 - 21:21CPT-BWI
31h 31m2 stops
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17:18 - 18:00BWI-CPT
41h 42m2 stops
R17 647United Airlines
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Sat, Jan 17 - Sat, Jan 31
British Airways Logo
18:55 - 18:45CPT-BWI
30h 50m1 stop
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20:35 - 14:35BWI-CPT
35h 00m2 stops
R18 540British Airways
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Thu, Jan 15 - Sat, Jan 31
KLM Logo
23:45 - 22:48CPT-DCA
30h 03m2 stops
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14:35 - 21:55DCA-CPT
24h 20m2 stops
R20 447KLM
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Tue, Jan 13 - Mon, Feb 2
British Airways Logo
18:55 - 16:29CPT-DCA
27h 34m2 stops
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6:00 - 12:10DCA-CPT
24h 10m2 stops
R20 757British Airways
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Sun, Mar 8 - Sun, Mar 15

Delta flights from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.

Our best Delta deals on Cape Town to Washington, D.C. flight tickets
Delta
Dec 4
CPT21:30Cape Town Intl
21h 07m
1 stop
DCA11:37Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
Jan 15
DCA9:54Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
26h 21m
2 stops
CPT19:15Cape Town Intl
R15 911
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Delta
Dec 26
CPT21:30Cape Town Intl
27h 31m
1 stop
IAD18:01Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Feb 9
IAD12:40Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
23h 35m
1 stop
CPT19:15Cape Town Intl
R15 946
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Delta
Dec 24
CPT23:45Cape Town Intl
23h 20m
1 stop
IAD16:05Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Feb 9
IAD15:42Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
20h 33m
1 stop
CPT19:15Cape Town Intl
R15 980
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KLM flights from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.

Our best KLM deals on Cape Town to Washington, D.C. flight tickets
KLM
Mar 8
CPT18:25Cape Town Intl
28h 40m
2 stops
IAD17:05Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Mar 15
IAD19:05Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
20h 50m
1 stop
CPT21:55Cape Town Intl
R16 341
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KLM
Jan 14
CPT18:25Cape Town Intl
28h 40m
2 stops
IAD16:05Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Feb 2
IAD18:05Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
20h 50m
1 stop
CPT21:55Cape Town Intl
R17 183
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KLM
Apr 24
CPT23:45Cape Town Intl
22h 35m
1 stop
IAD16:20Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
May 11
IAD22:30Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
25h 30m
2 stops
CPT6:00Cape Town Intl
R17 423
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Return

Price

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - DCA

CPTDCA

Cape Town Intl

Thu 4/12

21:30-11:37

1 stop21h 07m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 15/1

9:54-19:15

2 stops26h 21m

R15 911

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - IAD

CPTIAD

Cape Town Intl

Fri 26/12

21:30-18:01

1 stop27h 31m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 9/2

12:40-19:15

1 stop23h 35m

R15 946

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - IAD

CPTIAD

Cape Town Intl

Wed 24/12

23:45-16:05

1 stop23h 20m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 9/2

15:42-19:15

1 stop20h 33m

R15 980

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - IAD

CPTIAD

Cape Town Intl

Wed 24/12

23:45-16:05

1 stop23h 20m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 9/2

15:42-19:15

1 stop20h 33m

R15 997

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - IAD

CPTIAD

Cape Town Intl

Wed 24/12

23:45-16:05

1 stop23h 20m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 9/2

15:42-19:15

1 stop20h 33m

R16 014

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - DCA

CPTDCA

Cape Town Intl

Sat 17/1

20:50-9:53

1 stop20h 03m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 3/2

15:15-18:00

1 stop19h 45m

R17 647

Cape TownBaltimore

CPT - BWI

CPTBWI

Cape Town Intl

Sat 17/1

20:50-21:21

2 stops31h 31m

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 31/1

17:18-18:00

2 stops41h 42m

R17 647

Cape TownBaltimore

CPT - BWI

CPTBWI

Cape Town Intl

Thu 15/1

18:55-18:45

1 stop30h 50m

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 31/1

20:35-14:35

2 stops35h 00m

R18 540

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - DCA

CPTDCA

Cape Town Intl

Tue 13/1

23:45-22:48

2 stops30h 03m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 2/2

14:35-21:55

2 stops24h 20m

R20 447

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - DCA

CPTDCA

Cape Town Intl

Sun 8/3

18:55-16:29

2 stops27h 34m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 15/3

6:00-12:10

2 stops24h 10m

R20 757

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.

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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 702. 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 303.

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 700. 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 726.

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 589 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 612 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?

Fly from Cape Town Intl to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl for the best Cape Town Intl - Washington, D.C. flight prices

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 143 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 269 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.

When to book flights from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Cheap Cape Town to Washington, D.C. (CPT to WAS) flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.

Best price found

R18 683

Fastest flight time

15h 55m

Direct flights

Mon, Wed and Sat

Airports in Washington, D.C.

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Washington, D.C. from Cape Town in the past 72 hours is R18 683. The best return flight deal from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R16 380.
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)
  • 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.?

  • 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.?

  • What is the most popular airline from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.?

Best airlines flying from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.

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Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
Ethiopian AirPriceFrom R14 364Free CancellationRating
7,2
896 reviews
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Virgin AtlanticPriceFrom R14 945Free CancellationRating
7,5
673 reviews
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KLMPriceFrom R15 481Free CancellationRating
7,7
1 414 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom R16 199Free CancellationRating
7,4
9 028 reviews
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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom R16 879Free CancellationRating
7,3
4 043 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom R17 085Free CancellationRating
6,7
7 533 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom R17 696Free CancellationRating
7,4
3 664 reviews
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