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Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cape Town from R9 840

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21:15 - 11:50IAD-CPT
31h 35m1 stop
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17:15 - 19:20CPT-IAD
33h 05m1 stop
R18 814Turkish Airlines
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Fri, Feb 13 - Tue, Feb 24
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13:30 - 11:50IAD-CPT
39h 20m1 stop
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17:15 - 11:45CPT-IAD
25h 30m1 stop
R18 848Turkish Airlines
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Fri, Nov 21 - Mon, Dec 8
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20:40 - 13:45IAD-CPT
34h 05m2 stops
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13:50 - 8:00CPT-IAD
25h 10m2 stops
R18 883Ethiopian Air
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Wed, Nov 12 - Thu, Dec 4
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:00 - 14:35IAD-CPT
21h 35m1 stop
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14:35 - 8:00CPT-IAD
24h 25m2 stops
R18 900Ethiopian Air
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Sat, Jan 31 - Mon, Feb 9
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13:30 - 22:50IAD-CPT
50h 20m2 stops
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17:15 - 11:45CPT-IAD
25h 30m1 stop
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Mon, Jan 12 - Fri, Jan 23
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11:00 - 13:45IAD-CPT
20h 45m1 stop
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14:35 - 8:00CPT-IAD
24h 25m1 stop
R18 935Ethiopian Air
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Thu, Oct 30 - Fri, Nov 14
Ethiopian Air Logo
21:40 - 13:45IAD-CPT
34h 05m2 stops
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14:35 - 8:00CPT-IAD
24h 25m2 stops
R18 952Ethiopian Air
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Turkish Airlines Logo
21:15 - 11:50IAD-CPT
31h 35m1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
17:15 - 19:20CPT-IAD
33h 05m1 stop
R18 969Turkish Airlines
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13:30 - 11:50IAD-CPT
39h 20m1 stop
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14:00 - 12:45CPT-IAD
28h 45m2 stops
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10:40 - 22:50IAD-CPT
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Turkish Airlines flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cape Town

Our best Turkish Airlines deals on Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cape Town flight tickets
Turkish Airlines
Feb 13
IAD21:15Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
31h 35m
1 stop
CPT11:50Cape Town Intl
Feb 24
CPT17:15Cape Town Intl
33h 05m
1 stop
IAD19:20Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
R18 814
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Turkish Airlines
Nov 21
IAD13:30Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
39h 20m
1 stop
CPT11:50Cape Town Intl
Dec 8
CPT17:15Cape Town Intl
25h 30m
1 stop
IAD11:45Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
R18 848
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Turkish Airlines
Jan 30
IAD21:15Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
31h 35m
1 stop
CPT11:50Cape Town Intl
Feb 8
CPT17:15Cape Town Intl
33h 05m
1 stop
IAD19:20Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
R18 969
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Ethiopian Air flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cape Town

Our best Ethiopian Air deals on Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cape Town flight tickets
Ethiopian Air
Nov 12
IAD20:40Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
34h 05m
2 stops
CPT13:45Cape Town Intl
Dec 4
CPT13:50Cape Town Intl
25h 10m
2 stops
IAD8:00Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
R18 883
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Ethiopian Air
Jan 31
IAD10:00Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
21h 35m
1 stop
CPT14:35Cape Town Intl
Feb 9
CPT14:35Cape Town Intl
24h 25m
2 stops
IAD8:00Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
R18 900
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Ethiopian Air
Oct 30
IAD11:00Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
20h 45m
1 stop
CPT13:45Cape Town Intl
Nov 14
CPT14:35Cape Town Intl
24h 25m
1 stop
IAD8:00Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
R18 935
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cape Town 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, momondo users made 13 550 searches. Data last updated 14 October 2025.
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Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 13/2

21:15-11:50

1 stop31h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 24/2

17:15-19:20

1 stop33h 05m

R18 814

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 21/11

13:30-11:50

1 stop39h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 8/12

17:15-11:45

1 stop25h 30m

R18 848

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 12/11

20:40-13:45

2 stops34h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 4/12

13:50-8:00

2 stops25h 10m

R18 883

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 31/1

10:00-14:35

1 stop21h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 9/2

14:35-8:00

2 stops24h 25m

R18 900

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 12/1

13:30-22:50

2 stops50h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 23/1

17:15-11:45

1 stop25h 30m

R18 917

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 30/10

11:00-13:45

1 stop20h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 14/11

14:35-8:00

1 stop24h 25m

R18 935

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 29/10

21:40-13:45

2 stops34h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 10/11

14:35-8:00

2 stops24h 25m

R18 952

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 30/1

21:15-11:50

1 stop31h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 8/2

17:15-19:20

1 stop33h 05m

R18 969

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 6/3

13:30-11:50

1 stop39h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 20/3

14:00-12:45

2 stops28h 45m

R19 073

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 12/11

10:40-22:50

2 stops29h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 18/11

12:35-8:20

1 stop26h 45m

R20 078

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

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town?

The month of September is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport, with most prices found around R19 472. If you aren’t able to travel to Cape Town during the month of September, then flying in May is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of R19 818.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Cape Town?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Cape Town is on a Thursday when prices can be found for as low as R26 582. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Monday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Cape Town on Monday is R31 789.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Cape Town?

According to our data, the cheapest time of day to fly to Cape Town is in the morning. momondo users have found flights departing from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cape Town in the morning for as low as R22 878. Keep in mind that these prices may fluctuate based on what airline you choose and the time of year you plan to travel. In the afternoon is when there is more demand to fly to Cape Town, so prices are often more expensive at around R29 265 per ticket.

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

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Cape Town?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Cape Town from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Cape Town for around R24 119 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport for as low as R20 702 on momondo.

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

There is only 1 cabin class available to choose from on Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl to Cape Town Intl flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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

As of October 2025, prices for Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cape Town flights are approximately 72% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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

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

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

Fastest flight time

14h 25m

Direct flights

Tue, Fri and Sun

Airports in Cape Town

1 airport
The fastest flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cape Town takes 14h 25m
Direct flights go from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cape Town on Tuesday, Friday and Sunday. There are no airlines offering direct flights..
There is 1 airport near Cape Town: Cape Town Intl (CPT)
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  • How far is Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl to Cape Town Intl by plane?

    Cape Town Intl is 12739,8 km away from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 20h 45m.

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

    Prices for flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport were last updated today.

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

    Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport.

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

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Cape Town Intl Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Cape Town Intl Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular plane model from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cape Town?

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