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 17h on average, while flying from Baltimore to Cape Town is 18h 16m 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 and Qatar Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town Intl

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 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 February 2026. The most frequent departure day is Mon, with 33% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

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

Monday 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 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 174 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.

R9 811 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 R16 866 to R22 855. The lowest price recently found on this route was R14 206.

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12:58 - 22:10

IAD

CPT

51h 12m

2 stops

14:25 - 18:53

CPT

IAD

34h 28m

3 stops

R14 206Kenya Airways

Mon, May 11 - Sun, May 24

19:59 - 6:00

IAD

CPT

52h 01m

2 stops

14:25 - 12:39

CPT

IAD

28h 14m

3 stops

R14 270Kenya Airways

Sat, Mar 21 - Sun, Mar 29

19:52 - 13:35

IAD

CPT

58h 43m

3 stops

14:25 - 12:39

CPT

IAD

28h 14m

3 stops

R14 350Kenya Airways

Tue, Mar 3 - Tue, Mar 10

13:20 - 11:50

IAD

CPT

40h 30m

1 stop

16:35 - 11:35

CPT

IAD

25h 00m

1 stop

R14 732Turkish Airlines

Wed, Apr 22 - Wed, Jun 17

13:20 - 11:50

IAD

CPT

40h 30m

1 stop

16:35 - 11:35

CPT

IAD

25h 00m

1 stop

R14 780Turkish Airlines

Sun, Apr 26 - Fri, May 1

13:01 - 19:15

BWI

CPT

23h 14m

1 stop

21:30 - 20:27

CPT

BWI

28h 57m

1 stop

R20 784Virgin Atlantic

Mon, Mar 2 - Tue, Mar 17

18:00 - 19:15

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CPT

18h 15m

1 stop

21:30 - 18:33

CPT

DCA

27h 03m

1 stop

R20 784Virgin Atlantic

Mon, Mar 2 - Tue, Mar 17

8:20 - 19:15

BWI

CPT

27h 55m

1 stop

21:30 - 15:35

CPT

BWI

24h 05m

1 stop

R21 421Delta

Mon, Mar 2 - Tue, Mar 17

12:20 - 19:15

DCA

CPT

23h 55m

1 stop

21:30 - 20:40

CPT

DCA

29h 10m

1 stop

R21 421Delta

Mon, Mar 2 - Tue, Mar 17

18:59 - 19:15

BWI

CPT

18h 16m

1 stop

21:30 - 13:31

CPT

BWI

22h 01m

1 stop

R21 580SAUDIA

Wed, Mar 11 - Fri, Mar 20

Ethiopian Air flights from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town

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Ethiopian Air

Mar 3

IAD10:00Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

20h 45m

1 stop

CPT13:45Cape Town Intl

Mar 10

CPT13:50Cape Town Intl

25h 10m

2 stops

IAD9:00Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

R15 942

Ethiopian Air

Apr 22

IAD10:55Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

21h 40m

1 stop

CPT14:35Cape Town Intl

Jun 17

CPT13:50Cape Town Intl

25h 05m

2 stops

IAD8:55Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

R15 974

Ethiopian Air

Mar 3

IAD10:00Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

20h 45m

1 stop

CPT13:45Cape Town Intl

Mar 10

CPT13:50Cape Town Intl

25h 10m

2 stops

IAD9:00Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

R16 102

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

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Turkish Airlines

Apr 22

IAD21:45Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

32h 05m

1 stop

CPT11:50Cape Town Intl

Jun 17

CPT16:35Cape Town Intl

25h 00m

1 stop

IAD11:35Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

R14 732

Turkish Airlines

Apr 26

IAD13:20Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

40h 30m

1 stop

CPT11:50Cape Town Intl

May 1

CPT16:35Cape Town Intl

25h 00m

1 stop

IAD11:35Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

R14 780

Turkish Airlines

Apr 9

IAD13:20Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

40h 30m

1 stop

CPT11:50Cape Town Intl

Apr 21

CPT16:35Cape Town Intl

25h 00m

1 stop

IAD11:35Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

R15 098

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Mon 11/5

12:58-22:10

2 stops51h 12m

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Washington, D.C.Cape Town

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Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 21/3

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2 stops52h 01m

Cape Town Intl

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14:25-12:39

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R14 270

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

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Cape Town Intl

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R14 350

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

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13:20-11:50

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Cape Town Intl

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16:35-11:35

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R14 732

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

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Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 26/4

13:20-11:50

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Cape Town Intl

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16:35-11:35

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R14 780

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BWI - CPT

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Baltimore/Washington

Mon 2/3

13:01-19:15

1 stop23h 14m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 17/3

21:30-20:27

1 stop28h 57m

R20 784

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

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Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 2/3

18:00-19:15

1 stop18h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 17/3

21:30-18:33

1 stop27h 03m

R20 784

BaltimoreCape Town

BWI - CPT

BWICPT

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 2/3

8:20-19:15

1 stop27h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 17/3

21:30-15:35

1 stop24h 05m

R21 421

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

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Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 2/3

12:20-19:15

1 stop23h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 17/3

21:30-20:40

1 stop29h 10m

R21 421

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BWI - CPT

BWICPT

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 11/3

18:59-19:15

1 stop18h 16m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 20/3

21:30-13:31

1 stop22h 01m

R21 580

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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 March is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town from Washington, D.C., with most prices found around R17 551. 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 R21 342.

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 R24 534. 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 R29 225.

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 R22 694 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 R17 264 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 February 2026, prices for Washington, D.C. to Cape Town flights are approximately 57% 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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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 100,00% of all bookings.

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