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 September 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?

Qatar Airways and Ethiopian Air 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.

R14 405 Cheap Flights from District of Columbia to Cape Town in 2026/27

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18:20 - 13:35IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

60h 15m3 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Victoria Falls

14:25 - 11:52CPT Cape Town Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

28h 27m3 stops Victoria Falls Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl

R16 484Multiple Airlines

Tue, Nov 10 - Mon, Nov 16

18:20 - 13:35IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

60h 15m3 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Victoria Falls

14:25 - 11:52CPT Cape Town Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

28h 27m3 stops Victoria Falls Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl

R16 500Multiple Airlines

Tue, Nov 10 - Mon, Nov 16

18:20 - 13:35IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

60h 15m3 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Victoria Falls

7:20 - 17:33CPT Cape Town Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

41h 13m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl

R16 532Multiple Airlines

Tue, Nov 10 - Tue, Dec 1

18:20 - 13:35IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

60h 15m3 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Victoria Falls

14:25 - 11:49CPT Cape Town Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

28h 24m3 stops Livingstone Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl

R16 532Multiple Airlines

Tue, Nov 10 - Tue, Dec 1

12:35 - 13:35IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

66h 00m3 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Victoria Falls

14:25 - 17:33CPT Cape Town Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

34h 08m3 stops Livingstone Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl

R16 532Multiple Airlines

Tue, Nov 10 - Tue, Dec 1

18:32 - 22:10IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

45h 38m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

14:25 - 11:50CPT Cape Town Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

27h 25m3 stops Victoria Falls Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl

R16 532Multiple Airlines

Mon, Oct 19 - Mon, Oct 26

18:30 - 13:35IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

60h 05m3 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Victoria Falls

14:25 - 17:30CPT Cape Town Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

34h 05m3 stops Livingstone Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl

R17 052Multiple Airlines

Tue, Feb 2 - Tue, Feb 23

18:30 - 13:35IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

60h 05m3 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Victoria Falls

7:20 - 17:30CPT Cape Town Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

41h 10m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl

R17 052Multiple Airlines

Tue, Feb 2 - Tue, Feb 23

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

21h 15m1 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

R19 927Ethiopian Air

Thu, Oct 22 - Tue, Oct 27

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

21h 15m1 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

R19 927Ethiopian Air

Sun, Oct 18 - Mon, Oct 26

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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

R22 151Ethiopian Air

Sun, Sep 27 - Sun, Oct 18

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

R22 151Ethiopian Air

Sun, Sep 27 - Tue, Oct 13

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

R22 151Ethiopian Air

Sun, Sep 27 - Mon, Oct 12

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

R22 151Ethiopian Air

Sun, Sep 27 - Thu, Oct 15

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

R22 151Ethiopian Air

Sun, Sep 27 - Wed, Oct 14

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

R22 963Ethiopian Air

Sun, Sep 27 - Fri, Oct 16

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

R23 775Ethiopian Air

Sun, Sep 27 - Sat, Oct 17

21:00 - 10:15IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

31h 15m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

16:35 - 11:30CPT Cape Town Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

24h 55m1 stop Istanbul

R25 091Multiple Airlines

Sun, Sep 27 - Thu, Oct 15

21:00 - 10:15IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

31h 15m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

16:35 - 11:30CPT Cape Town Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

24h 55m1 stop Istanbul

R25 091Multiple Airlines

Sun, Sep 27 - Sun, Oct 18

21:00 - 10:15IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

31h 15m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

16:35 - 11:30CPT Cape Town Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

24h 55m1 stop Istanbul

R25 091Multiple Airlines

Sun, Sep 27 - Tue, Oct 13

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18:45 - 15:20IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

14h 35mdirect

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

15h 55mdirect

R25 594Multiple Airlines

Mon, Oct 12 - Sun, Oct 25

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

R25 594Multiple Airlines

Mon, Jan 18 - Tue, Jan 26

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

R25 757Multiple Airlines

Mon, Jan 25 - Tue, Feb 9

18:45 - 15:20IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

14h 35mdirect

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

15h 55mdirect

R26 163United Airlines

Mon, Oct 12 - Sun, Oct 25

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 163United Airlines

Sat, Feb 13 - Tue, Feb 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

R26 325Multiple Airlines

Mon, Dec 28 - Sun, Jan 17

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 325Multiple Airlines

Mon, Jan 11 - Fri, Jan 22

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 325Multiple Airlines

Mon, Nov 2 - Tue, Nov 24

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 325Multiple Airlines

Mon, Dec 28 - Tue, Jan 19

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 975United Airlines

Sat, Dec 26 - Sun, Jan 17

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Turkish Airlines flights from District of Columbia to Cape Town

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Turkish Airlines

Nov 7

IAD22:20Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

41h 40m

1 stop

CPT23:00Cape Town Intl

Nov 12

CPT17:15Cape Town Intl

25h 30m

1 stop

IAD11:45Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

R19 293

Turkish Airlines

Nov 7

IAD22:20Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

41h 40m

1 stop

CPT23:00Cape Town Intl

Nov 12

CPT14:00Cape Town Intl

28h 45m

2 stops

IAD11:45Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

R20 105

Turkish Airlines

Nov 7

IAD22:20Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

41h 40m

1 stop

CPT23:00Cape Town Intl

Nov 12

CPT14:00Cape Town Intl

28h 45m

2 stops

IAD11:45Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

R20 121

Kenya Airways flights from District of Columbia to Cape Town

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Kenya Airways

Jan 31

DCA11:00Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

43h 35m

3 stops

CPT13:35Cape Town Intl

Feb 7

CPT14:25Cape Town Intl

34h 40m

3 stops

DCA18:05Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

R24 604

Kenya Airways

Oct 5

DCA6:10Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

49h 25m

3 stops

CPT13:35Cape Town Intl

Oct 11

CPT14:25Cape Town Intl

38h 30m

3 stops

DCA22:55Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

R25 481

Kenya Airways

Oct 20

DCA6:08Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

34h 02m

2 stops

CPT22:10Cape Town Intl

Oct 31

CPT14:20Cape Town Intl

26h 49m

2 stops

DCA11:09Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

R25 513

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

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Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 10/11

18:20-13:35

3 stops60h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 16/11

14:25-11:52

3 stops28h 27m

R16 484

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

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Tue 10/11

18:20-13:35

3 stops60h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 16/11

14:25-11:52

3 stops28h 27m

R16 500

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

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Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 10/11

18:20-13:35

3 stops60h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 1/12

7:20-17:33

2 stops41h 13m

R16 532

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

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Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 10/11

18:20-13:35

3 stops60h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 1/12

14:25-11:49

3 stops28h 24m

R16 532

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

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

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 10/11

12:35-13:35

3 stops66h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 1/12

14:25-17:33

3 stops34h 08m

R16 532

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

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

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 19/10

18:32-22:10

2 stops45h 38m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 26/10

14:25-11:50

3 stops27h 25m

R16 532

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

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

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 2/2

18:30-13:35

3 stops60h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 23/2

14:25-17:30

3 stops34h 05m

R17 052

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

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

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 2/2

18:30-13:35

3 stops60h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 23/2

7:20-17:30

2 stops41h 10m

R17 052

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Washington, D.C.Cape Town

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

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 22/10

10:55-14:10

1 stop21h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 27/10

13:50-9:00

2 stops25h 10m

R19 927

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

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

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 18/10

10:55-14:10

1 stop21h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 26/10

13:50-9:00

2 stops25h 10m

R19 927

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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 R21 827. If you aren’t able to travel to Cape Town during the month of February, then flying in January is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of R23 922.

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 141 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 R21 616 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 32% on your flight if you consider stops on a District of Columbia to Cape Town flight.

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Best price found	R14 405
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 R14 405. The best return flight deal from District of Columbia to Cape Town found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R16 484.

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 (58,33% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Airbus A320-100/200 (38,89%), Airbus A350-900 (1,85%), and Boeing 737-800 (0,93%).

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