How many flights depart from District of Columbia to Cape Town on average per week?

3 flights are operational weekly from District of Columbia to Cape Town as of November 2026. The most popular departure day for this route is Mon, with 33% of flights per week taking off on this day.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from District of Columbia to Cape Town Intl?

Turkish Airlines, Qatar Airways, and British Airways are the most popular carriers operating from District of Columbia to Cape Town Intl

When did momondo last update prices for flights from District of Columbia to Cape Town Intl Airport?

Prices for flights from District of Columbia to Cape Town Intl Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

How old do you have to be to fly from District of Columbia to Cape Town Intl Airport?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from District of Columbia to Cape Town Intl Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cape Town Intl Airport?

The required travel and health documents for your Cape Town Intl Airport 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 Cape Town Intl Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

R11 423 Cheap Flights from District of Columbia to Cape Town in 2026/27

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10:00 - 14:10IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

21h 10m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

13:50 - 8:00CPT Cape Town Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

25h 10m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino

R20 291Ethiopian Air

Sun, Feb 7 - Sun, Feb 21

10:55 - 14:10IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

21h 15m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

13:50 - 8:55CPT Cape Town Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

25h 05m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino

R20 291Ethiopian Air

Sun, Apr 11 - Mon, Apr 26

10:00 - 14:10IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

21h 10m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

13:50 - 8:00CPT Cape Town Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

25h 10m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino

R20 291Ethiopian Air

Tue, Feb 2 - Wed, Feb 24

10:55 - 14:10IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

21h 15m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

13:50 - 8:55CPT Cape Town Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

25h 05m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino

R20 291Ethiopian Air

Thu, Apr 1 - Mon, Apr 12

10:00 - 14:10IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

21h 10m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

13:50 - 8:00CPT Cape Town Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

25h 10m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino

R20 291Ethiopian Air

Sun, Jan 31 - Sun, Feb 7

10:55 - 14:10IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

21h 15m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

13:50 - 8:55CPT Cape Town Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

25h 05m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino

R20 291Ethiopian Air

Thu, Apr 8 - Sun, Apr 18

10:00 - 14:10IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

21h 10m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

13:50 - 9:00CPT Cape Town Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

25h 10m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino

R20 291Ethiopian Air

Sun, Mar 7 - Mon, Mar 15

10:00 - 14:10IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

21h 10m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

13:50 - 8:00CPT Cape Town Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

25h 10m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino

R20 291Ethiopian Air

Mon, Feb 1 - Wed, Feb 10

13:30 - 23:00IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

26h 30m1 stop Istanbul

0:55 - 19:25CPT Cape Town Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

25h 30m1 stop Istanbul

R20 719Turkish Airlines

Mon, Dec 7 - Mon, Feb 1

21:20 - 12:05IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

31h 45m1 stop Istanbul

17:15 - 12:45CPT Cape Town Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

25h 30m1 stop Istanbul

R20 719Turkish Airlines

Thu, Mar 11 - Tue, Mar 23

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10:00 - 14:10IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

21h 10m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

13:50 - 8:00CPT Cape Town Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

25h 10m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino

R20 406Ethiopian Air

Sun, Nov 15 - Sun, Nov 22

10:00 - 14:10IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

21h 10m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

13:50 - 8:00CPT Cape Town Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

25h 10m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino

R20 456Ethiopian Air

Thu, Nov 12 - Wed, Nov 18

10:00 - 14:10IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

21h 10m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

13:50 - 8:00CPT Cape Town Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

25h 10m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino

R20 653Ethiopian Air

Thu, Nov 12 - Wed, Nov 18

10:00 - 14:10IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

21h 10m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

13:50 - 8:00CPT Cape Town Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

25h 10m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino

R20 670Ethiopian Air

Thu, Nov 12 - Wed, Nov 18

10:00 - 14:10IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

21h 10m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

13:50 - 8:00CPT Cape Town Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

25h 10m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino

R20 670Ethiopian Air

Tue, Nov 10 - Mon, Nov 16

10:00 - 14:10IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

21h 10m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

13:50 - 8:00CPT Cape Town Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

25h 10m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino

R20 950Ethiopian Air

Tue, Nov 10 - Mon, Nov 16

13:30 - 12:05IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

39h 35m1 stop Istanbul

17:15 - 11:45CPT Cape Town Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

25h 30m1 stop Istanbul

R21 066Turkish Airlines

Thu, Nov 12 - Wed, Nov 18

10:00 - 14:10IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

21h 10m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

13:50 - 8:00CPT Cape Town Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

25h 10m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino

R21 115Ethiopian Air

Tue, Nov 10 - Mon, Nov 16

13:30 - 12:05IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

39h 35m1 stop Istanbul

17:15 - 11:45CPT Cape Town Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

25h 30m1 stop Istanbul

R21 329Turkish Airlines

Thu, Nov 12 - Wed, Nov 18

21:20 - 23:00IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

42h 40m1 stop Istanbul

17:15 - 19:25CPT Cape Town Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

33h 10m1 stop Istanbul

R21 445Turkish Airlines

Thu, Nov 12 - Wed, Nov 18

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18:45 - 16:10IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

14h 25mdirect

20:50 - 5:55CPT Cape Town Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

16h 05mdirect

R26 456Multiple Airlines

Sat, Jan 30 - Sun, Feb 7

18:45 - 16:10IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

14h 25mdirect

20:50 - 6:45CPT Cape Town Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

15h 55mdirect

R26 719Multiple Airlines

Thu, Mar 11 - Tue, Mar 23

18:45 - 16:10IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

14h 25mdirect

20:50 - 6:45CPT Cape Town Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

15h 55mdirect

R27 049United Airlines

Mon, Mar 1 - Sun, Mar 21

18:45 - 16:10IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

14h 25mdirect

20:50 - 6:45CPT Cape Town Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

15h 55mdirect

R27 049United Airlines

Thu, Mar 4 - Sun, Mar 21

18:45 - 16:10IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

14h 25mdirect

20:50 - 6:45CPT Cape Town Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

15h 55mdirect

R27 049United Airlines

Sat, Mar 6 - Sun, Mar 21

18:45 - 16:10IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

14h 25mdirect

20:50 - 5:55CPT Cape Town Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

16h 05mdirect

R27 049United Airlines

Sat, Jan 30 - Sun, Feb 7

18:45 - 16:10IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

14h 25mdirect

20:50 - 6:45CPT Cape Town Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

15h 55mdirect

R27 049United Airlines

Mon, Mar 1 - Tue, Mar 23

18:45 - 16:10IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

14h 25mdirect

20:50 - 6:45CPT Cape Town Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

15h 55mdirect

R27 049United Airlines

Thu, Mar 4 - Tue, Mar 23

18:45 - 16:10IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

14h 25mdirect

20:50 - 6:45CPT Cape Town Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

15h 55mdirect

R27 049United Airlines

Sat, Mar 6 - Tue, Mar 23

18:45 - 16:10IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

14h 25mdirect

20:50 - 5:55CPT Cape Town Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

16h 05mdirect

R53 241Ethiopian Air

Thu, Dec 24 - Tue, Jan 5

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Ethiopian Air flights from District of Columbia to Cape Town

Our best Ethiopian Air deals on District of Columbia to Cape Town flight tickets

Ethiopian Air

Mar 4

IAD10:00Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

21h 10m

1 stop

CPT14:10Cape Town Intl

Mar 10

CPT13:50Cape Town Intl

25h 10m

2 stops

IAD8:00Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

R20 291

Ethiopian Air

Nov 23

IAD10:00Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

21h 10m

1 stop

CPT14:10Cape Town Intl

Dec 7

CPT13:50Cape Town Intl

25h 10m

2 stops

IAD8:00Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

R20 324

Ethiopian Air

Nov 15

IAD10:00Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

21h 10m

1 stop

CPT14:10Cape Town Intl

Nov 22

CPT13:50Cape Town Intl

25h 10m

2 stops

IAD8:00Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

R20 406

Turkish Airlines flights from District of Columbia to Cape Town

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Turkish Airlines

Mar 4

IAD21:20Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

42h 40m

1 stop

CPT23:00Cape Town Intl

Mar 9

CPT0:55Cape Town Intl

41h 50m

1 stop

IAD11:45Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

R20 736

Turkish Airlines

Feb 2

IAD21:20Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

31h 45m

1 stop

CPT12:05Cape Town Intl

Feb 24

CPT17:15Cape Town Intl

25h 30m

1 stop

IAD11:45Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

R21 049

Turkish Airlines

Dec 1

IAD21:20Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

31h 45m

1 stop

CPT12:05Cape Town Intl

Dec 7

CPT0:55Cape Town Intl

41h 50m

1 stop

IAD11:45Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

R21 066

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IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 7/2

10:00-14:10

1 stop21h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 21/2

13:50-8:00

2 stops25h 10m

R20 291

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 11/4

10:55-14:10

1 stop21h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 26/4

13:50-8:55

2 stops25h 05m

R20 291

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 2/2

10:00-14:10

1 stop21h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 24/2

13:50-8:00

2 stops25h 10m

R20 291

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 1/4

10:55-14:10

1 stop21h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 12/4

13:50-8:55

2 stops25h 05m

R20 291

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 31/1

10:00-14:10

1 stop21h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 7/2

13:50-8:00

2 stops25h 10m

R20 291

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 8/4

10:55-14:10

1 stop21h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 18/4

13:50-8:55

2 stops25h 05m

R20 291

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 7/3

10:00-14:10

1 stop21h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 15/3

13:50-9:00

2 stops25h 10m

R20 291

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 1/2

10:00-14:10

1 stop21h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 10/2

13:50-8:00

2 stops25h 10m

R20 291

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 7/12

13:30-23:00

1 stop26h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 1/2

0:55-19:25

1 stop25h 30m

R20 719

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 11/3

21:20-12:05

1 stop31h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 23/3

17:15-12:45

1 stop25h 30m

R20 719

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town?

The month of February is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town from District of Columbia, with most prices found around R23 241. If you aren’t able to travel to Cape Town during the month of February, then flying in November is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of R23 818.

What is the cheapest District of Columbia to Cape Town Intl flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight from District of Columbia to Cape Town?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Cape Town from District of Columbia when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Cape Town for around R26 280 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Cape Town from District of Columbia for as low as R22 186 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on District of Columbia to Cape Town flights?

There is only 1 cabin class available to choose from on District of Columbia to Cape Town 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 District of Columbia to Cape Town flights?

You could potentially save up to 40% on your flight if you consider stops on a District of Columbia to Cape Town flight.

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Best price found	R11 423
Fastest flight time	14h 25m
Direct flights	Tue, Fri and Sun
Airports in Cape Town	1 airport

The best one-way flight to Cape Town from District of Columbia in the past 72 hours is R11 423. The best return flight deal from District of Columbia to Cape Town found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R20 291.

The fastest flight from District of Columbia to Cape Town takes 14h 25m

Direct flights go from District of Columbia to Cape Town on Tuesday, Friday and Sunday. There are no airlines offering direct flights..

There is 1 airport in Cape Town. From District of Columbia there are direct flights to Cape Town Intl (CPT).

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Frequently asked questions about flying from District of Columbia to Cape Town

When did momondo last update prices for flights from District of Columbia to Cape Town Intl Airport?
Prices for flights from District of Columbia to Cape Town Intl Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.
How old do you have to be to fly from District of Columbia to Cape Town Intl Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from District of Columbia to Cape Town Intl Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cape Town Intl Airport?
The required travel and health documents for your Cape Town Intl Airport 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 Cape Town Intl Airport. 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 District of Columbia to Cape Town?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from District of Columbia to Cape Town is Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner (61,11% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Airbus A320-100/200 (36,81%), Airbus A350-900 (1,39%), and Boeing 737-800 (0,69%).

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