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Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town from R9 350

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Ethiopian Air Logo
10:00 - 14:35
IAD
-
CPT
21h 35m1 stop
Ethiopian Air Logo
14:35 - 8:00
CPT
-
IAD
24h 25m2 stops
R20 255Ethiopian Air
Sat, Jan 17 - Fri, Jan 30
Multiple Airlines Logo
21:15 - 12:40
IAD
-
CPT
56h 25m2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:00 - 11:45
CPT
-
IAD
35h 45m2 stops
R20 288Multiple Airlines
Sun, Jan 25 - Mon, Feb 2
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:00 - 19:30
IAD
-
CPT
26h 30m2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:00 - 8:00
CPT
-
IAD
32h 00m3 stops
R20 371Multiple Airlines
Wed, Jan 21 - Wed, Feb 4
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:00 - 13:45
IAD
-
CPT
20h 45m1 stop
Ethiopian Air Logo
13:50 - 8:00
CPT
-
IAD
25h 10m2 stops
R20 387Ethiopian Air
Tue, Feb 3 - Tue, Feb 24
Turkish Airlines Logo
21:15 - 11:50
IAD
-
CPT
31h 35m1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
17:15 - 19:20
CPT
-
IAD
33h 05m1 stop
R20 437Turkish Airlines
Wed, Jan 21 - Thu, Feb 5
Qatar Airways Logo
20:05 - 17:30
IAD
-
CPT
38h 25m1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
14:00 - 15:55
CPT
-
IAD
32h 55m2 stops
R20 503Qatar Airways
Sat, Jan 17 - Fri, Jan 23
Delta Logo
10:33 - 19:15
BWI
-
CPT
25h 42m1 stop
Delta Logo
21:30 - 15:39
CPT
-
BWI
25h 09m1 stop
R22 389Delta
Wed, Feb 11 - Sun, Feb 22
Delta Logo
9:00 - 19:15
DCA
-
CPT
27h 15m1 stop
Delta Logo
21:30 - 14:39
CPT
-
DCA
24h 09m1 stop
R22 389Delta
Wed, Feb 11 - Sun, Feb 22
Virgin Atlantic Logo
13:02 - 19:15
BWI
-
CPT
23h 13m1 stop
Virgin Atlantic Logo
21:30 - 11:55
CPT
-
BWI
21h 25m1 stop
R23 035Virgin Atlantic
Sat, Jan 17 - Fri, Jan 30
Virgin Atlantic Logo
16:00 - 19:15
DCA
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CPT
20h 15m1 stop
Virgin Atlantic Logo
21:30 - 11:20
CPT
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DCA
20h 50m1 stop
R23 035Virgin Atlantic
Sat, Jan 17 - Fri, Jan 30

Turkish Airlines flights from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town

Our best Turkish Airlines deals on Washington, D.C. to Cape Town flight tickets
Turkish Airlines
Jan 21
IAD13:30Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
39h 20m
1 stop
CPT11:50Cape Town Intl
Feb 6
CPT17:15Cape Town Intl
25h 30m
1 stop
IAD11:45Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
R20 437
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Turkish Airlines
May 1
IAD21:40Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
32h 10m
1 stop
CPT11:50Cape Town Intl
May 15
CPT16:35Cape Town Intl
25h 00m
1 stop
IAD11:35Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
R20 619
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Turkish Airlines
Feb 5
IAD13:30Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
39h 20m
1 stop
CPT11:50Cape Town Intl
Feb 12
CPT17:15Cape Town Intl
33h 05m
1 stop
IAD19:20Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
R20 801
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American Airlines flights from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town

Our best American Airlines deals on Washington, D.C. to Cape Town flight tickets
American Airlines
Feb 3
DCA16:43Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
32h 22m
2 stops
CPT8:05Cape Town Intl
Feb 8
CPT18:55Cape Town Intl
29h 13m
2 stops
DCA17:08Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
R24 110
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American Airlines
Mar 5
BWI19:54Baltimore/Washington
29h 11m
2 stops
CPT8:05Cape Town Intl
Mar 20
CPT20:50Cape Town Intl
28h 55m
1 stop
BWI19:45Baltimore/Washington
R24 193
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Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 17/1

10:00-14:35

1 stop21h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 30/1

14:35-8:00

2 stops24h 25m

R20 255

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 25/1

21:15-12:40

2 stops56h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 2/2

7:00-11:45

2 stops35h 45m

R20 288

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 21/1

10:00-19:30

2 stops26h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 4/2

7:00-8:00

3 stops32h 00m

R20 371

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 3/2

10:00-13:45

1 stop20h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 24/2

13:50-8:00

2 stops25h 10m

R20 387

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 21/1

21:15-11:50

1 stop31h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 5/2

17:15-19:20

1 stop33h 05m

R20 437

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 17/1

20:05-17:30

1 stop38h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 23/1

14:00-15:55

2 stops32h 55m

R20 503

BaltimoreCape Town

BWI - CPT

BWICPT

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 11/2

10:33-19:15

1 stop25h 42m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 22/2

21:30-15:39

1 stop25h 09m

R22 389

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

DCA - CPT

DCACPT

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 11/2

9:00-19:15

1 stop27h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 22/2

21:30-14:39

1 stop24h 09m

R22 389

BaltimoreCape Town

BWI - CPT

BWICPT

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 17/1

13:02-19:15

1 stop23h 13m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 30/1

21:30-11:55

1 stop21h 25m

R23 035

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

DCA - CPT

DCACPT

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 17/1

16:00-19:15

1 stop20h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 30/1

21:30-11:20

1 stop20h 50m

R23 035

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

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town?

The month of March is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town from Washington, D.C., with most prices found around R18 567. If you aren’t able to travel to Cape Town during the month of March, then flying in February is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of R22 092.

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 R25 391. 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 Saturday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Cape Town on Saturday is R30 686.

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 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 R23 249 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 R21 016 on momondo.

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

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

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 January 2026, prices for Washington, D.C. to Cape Town flights are approximately 2% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Washington, D.C. 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. to Cape Town (WAS to CPT) flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Washington, D.C. 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. 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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  • 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?

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momondo does allow users to show only those flights to Cape Town from Washington, D.C. which offer a flexible booking policy as well as other useful filters and features.

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Once you have performed a search in the form on the page, momondo provides useful filters and insights. We can show you the cheapest days and times to fly as well as help filter your options to help you make an informed choice when booking flights to Cape Town from Washington, D.C..

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