How long does it take to fly to Cape Town?

The average flight duration from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town depends on which airport you fly into and out of. Flying from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town is 16h 32m on average, while flying from Baltimore to Cape Town is 18h 43m on average. Cape Town is the most popular airport in Cape Town.

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

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

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Saturday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Thursday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

How many flights depart from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town on average per week?

The number of flights available between Washington, D.C. and Cape Town is 3 per week as of June 2026. The most frequent departure day is Mon, with 33% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Washington, D.C. to Cape Town flights?

According to our data, United Airlines have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 36% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

What is the most punctual flight time for Washington, D.C. to Cape Town flights?

Generally, flights departing in the evening tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the evening have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

How often are flights from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town delayed?

Historically, on average around 36% of flights between Washington, D.C. and Cape Town have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 175 minutes.

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

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

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

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 Washington, D.C. to Cape Town Intl Airport.

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

The necessary travel and health documents for your Cape Town Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

R11 825 Cheap Flights from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town in 2026

Q: What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Washington, D.C. and Cape Town?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from R31 490 to R23 764. The lowest price recently found on this route was R21 991.

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10:55 - 14:10

IAD

CPT

21h 15m

1 stop

13:50 - 8:00

CPT

IAD

25h 10m

2 stops

R21 991Ethiopian Air

Mon, Oct 5 - Wed, Nov 25

21:45 - 11:50

IAD

CPT

32h 05m

1 stop

16:35 - 19:50

CPT

IAD

33h 15m

1 stop

R22 007Turkish Airlines

Mon, Sep 28 - Wed, Oct 14

13:20 - 18:35

IAD

CPT

47h 15m

2 stops

16:35 - 11:35

CPT

IAD

25h 00m

1 stop

R22 023Multiple Airlines

Tue, Sep 1 - Tue, Sep 15

10:00 - 14:35

IAD

CPT

21h 35m

1 stop

13:50 - 8:00

CPT

IAD

25h 10m

2 stops

R22 088Ethiopian Air

Thu, Nov 19 - Tue, Dec 1

10:00 - 18:15

IAD

CPT

25h 15m

2 stops

13:50 - 8:00

CPT

IAD

25h 10m

2 stops

R22 105Multiple Airlines

Fri, Nov 20 - Sun, Nov 29

13:20 - 11:50

IAD

CPT

40h 30m

1 stop

16:35 - 11:35

CPT

IAD

25h 00m

1 stop

R22 186Turkish Airlines

Tue, Oct 6 - Thu, Oct 15

6:00 - 10:30

BWI

CPT

45h 30m

2 stops

12:35 - 16:35

CPT

BWI

35h 00m

2 stops

R24 626Qatar Airways

Mon, Nov 9 - Thu, Nov 19

19:09 - 10:15

BWI

CPT

33h 06m

2 stops

13:15 - 23:59

CPT

BWI

40h 44m

2 stops

R25 260Qatar Airways

Sun, Oct 11 - Sun, Oct 18

6:05 - 22:10

DCA

CPT

34h 05m

2 stops

7:20 - 18:11

CPT

DCA

40h 51m

2 stops

R25 423Kenya Airways

Tue, Sep 8 - Tue, Sep 29

6:05 - 13:35

DCA

CPT

49h 30m

3 stops

14:25 - 23:04

CPT

DCA

38h 39m

3 stops

R25 520Kenya Airways

Fri, Oct 9 - Tue, Oct 13

British Airways flights from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town

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British Airways

Nov 2

DCA19:55Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

29h 10m

2 stops

CPT8:05Cape Town Intl

Nov 16

CPT18:55Cape Town Intl

28h 56m

2 stops

DCA16:51Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

R28 790

British Airways

Nov 9

DCA17:45Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

31h 20m

2 stops

CPT8:05Cape Town Intl

Nov 19

CPT18:55Cape Town Intl

28h 56m

2 stops

DCA16:51Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

R28 839

British Airways

Jun 8

BWI20:11Baltimore/Washington

32h 49m

2 stops

CPT11:00Cape Town Intl

Jun 16

CPT18:50Cape Town Intl

31h 49m

2 stops

BWI20:39Baltimore/Washington

R32 775

Qatar Airways flights from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town

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Qatar Airways

Sept 1

IAD11:05Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

24h 25m

1 stop

CPT17:30Cape Town Intl

Sept 30

CPT13:15Cape Town Intl

32h 25m

1 stop

IAD15:40Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

R22 576

Qatar Airways

Oct 19

IAD21:00Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

31h 15m

1 stop

CPT10:15Cape Town Intl

Oct 26

CPT19:00Cape Town Intl

27h 55m

1 stop

IAD16:55Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

R22 707

Qatar Airways

Sept 3

IAD11:05Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

24h 25m

1 stop

CPT17:30Cape Town Intl

Sept 9

CPT19:30Cape Town Intl

26h 10m

1 stop

IAD15:40Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

R22 804

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Mon 5/10

10:55-14:10

1 stop21h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 25/11

13:50-8:00

2 stops25h 10m

R21 991

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 28/9

21:45-11:50

1 stop32h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 14/10

16:35-19:50

1 stop33h 15m

R22 007

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 1/9

13:20-18:35

2 stops47h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 15/9

16:35-11:35

1 stop25h 00m

R22 023

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 19/11

10:00-14:35

1 stop21h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 1/12

13:50-8:00

2 stops25h 10m

R22 088

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 20/11

10:00-18:15

2 stops25h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 29/11

13:50-8:00

2 stops25h 10m

R22 105

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 6/10

13:20-11:50

1 stop40h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 15/10

16:35-11:35

1 stop25h 00m

R22 186

BaltimoreCape Town

BWI - CPT

BWICPT

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 9/11

6:00-10:30

2 stops45h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 19/11

12:35-16:35

2 stops35h 00m

R24 626

BaltimoreCape Town

BWI - CPT

BWICPT

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 11/10

19:09-10:15

2 stops33h 06m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 18/10

13:15-23:59

2 stops40h 44m

R25 260

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

DCA - CPT

DCACPT

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 8/9

6:05-22:10

2 stops34h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 29/9

7:20-18:11

2 stops40h 51m

R25 423

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

DCA - CPT

DCACPT

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 9/10

6:05-13:35

3 stops49h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 13/10

14:25-23:04

3 stops38h 39m

R25 520

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Washington, D.C. and Cape Town?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town?

The month of December is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town from Washington, D.C., with most prices found around R2 895. If you aren’t able to travel to Cape Town during the month of December, then flying in February is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of R12 345.

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

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Cape Town from Washington, D.C. when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Cape Town for around R24 028 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. for as low as R18 331 on momondo.

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

There is only 1 cabin class available to choose from on Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. to Cape Town flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between Washington, D.C. to Cape Town.

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

As of June 2026, prices for Washington, D.C. to Cape Town flights are approximately 6% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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

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

The fastest flight from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town takes 14h 25m

Direct flights go from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town on Tuesday, Friday and Sunday. There are no airlines offering direct flights..

There is 1 airport in Cape Town. From Washington, D.C. there are direct flights to Cape Town Intl (CPT).

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town

How far is Washington, D.C. to Cape Town Intl by plane?
The distance between Washington, D.C. and Cape Town Intl is about 12705,3 km. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 14h 25m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town Intl Airport?
Prices for flights from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town Intl Airport refresh daily.
How old do you have to be to fly from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town Intl Airport?
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 Washington, D.C. to Cape Town Intl Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cape Town Intl Airport?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Cape Town Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town is Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner, representing 79,37% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Airbus A320-100/200 at 19,05% and Airbus A350-900 at 1,59%.

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