Question 1

How long does a flight from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. take?

Accepted Answer

The duration of a nonstop flight to Washington, D.C. from Cape Town is typically 15h 55m. The journey crosses a distance of 7,904 miles. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 2

How many flights are there between Cape Town and Washington, D.C. per day?

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There is a maximum of 1 nonstop flight a day that takes off from Cape Town and lands in Washington, D.C., with an average flight time of 16h 10m. The most common departure time is 8:00 pm and most flights take off in the evening. Each week, there are 3 flights. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 3

How many flights are there between Cape Town and Washington, D.C. per day?

Accepted Answer

There is a maximum of 1 nonstop flight a day that takes off from Cape Town and lands in Washington, D.C., with an average flight time of 16h 10m. The most common departure time is 8:00 pm and most flights take off in the evening. Each week, there are 3 flights. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. was $610 for a one-way ticket and $945 for a round-trip. <a href='/flight-routes/Cape-Town-Intl-CPT/Washington-WAS'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 5

Do I need a passport to fly between Cape Town and Washington, D.C.?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you’ll need a passport to travel to Washington, D.C. from Cape Town. <a href='/flight-routes/Cape-Town-Intl-CPT/Washington-WAS'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 6

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.?

Accepted Answer

If your flying dates are flexible, you should consider flying to Washington, D.C. on a Monday, as we generally find the cheapest rates on that day for this route. On the other hand, Saturday is the most expensive day to fly from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.. For your return ticket, we recommend flying on a Wednesday and avoiding Tuesdays for the best deals. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 7

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.?

Accepted Answer

If your flying dates are flexible, you should consider flying to Washington, D.C. on a Monday, as we generally find the cheapest rates on that day for this route. On the other hand, Saturday is the most expensive day to fly from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.. For your return ticket, we recommend flying on a Wednesday and avoiding Tuesdays for the best deals. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 8

Which airports will I be using when flying from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.?

Accepted Answer

Cape Town is served by only 1 airport and there are 2 airports in Washington, D.C.. You will leave Cape Town from Cape Town Intl and you will be arriving in Washington, D.C. at one of these airports: Washington, D.C. Reagan-National or Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl. <a href='/flight-routes/Cape-Town-Intl-CPT/Washington-WAS'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 9

What’s the earliest departure time from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.?

Accepted Answer

Early birds can take the earliest flight from Cape Town at 8:50 pm and will be landing in Washington, D.C. at 6:00 am.

Question 10

What’s the latest departure time from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.?

Accepted Answer

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. jets off at 8:50 pm and lands at 6:00 am.

Question 11

Which airlines fly non-stop between Cape Town and Washington, D.C.?

Accepted Answer

There is just one airline that flies from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. direct and that is United Airlines. The best round-trip deal found from United Airlines for the route is $952.

Question 12

Which airlines fly non-stop between Cape Town and Washington, D.C.?

Accepted Answer

There is just one airline that flies from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. direct and that is United Airlines. The best round-trip deal found from United Airlines for the route is $952.

Question 13

Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.?

Accepted Answer

The Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Cape Town to Washington, D.C. flight route.

Question 14

Which airline alliances offer flights from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.?

Accepted Answer

SkyTeam, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between Cape Town and Washington, D.C., with SkyTeam being the most commonly used for this route.

Question 15

On which days can I fly direct from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.?

Accepted Answer

You can catch a nonstop flight from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. on on Tuesday, Friday, and Sunday.

Question 16

What is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.?

Accepted Answer

The cheapest month for flights from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. is May, where tickets cost $971 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and January, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,497 and $1,320 respectively.

Question 17

What is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.?

Accepted Answer

The cheapest month for flights from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. is May, where tickets cost $971 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and January, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,497 and $1,320 respectively.

Question 18

How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.?

Accepted Answer

KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.. <a href='/flight-routes/Cape-Town-Intl-CPT/Washington-WAS'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 19

How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.?

Accepted Answer

KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Washington, D.C. from Cape Town is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now. <a href='/flight-routes/Cape-Town-Intl-CPT/Washington-WAS'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 20

What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.?

Accepted Answer

Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Washington, D.C. with an airline and back to Cape Town with another airline. <a href='/flight-routes/Cape-Town-Intl-CPT/Washington-WAS'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 21

What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.?

Accepted Answer

Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Washington, D.C. from Cape Town up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best. <a href='/flight-routes/Cape-Town-Intl-CPT/Washington-WAS'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 22

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.?

Accepted Answer

Flights via Addis Ababa (ADD) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $892.

Question 23

What is the most popular layover airport when flying from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.?

Accepted Answer

Amsterdam (AMS) is the top choice – 50% of KAYAK users who clicked on 1-stop flights from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. picked an itinerary connecting there.

Question 24

Which layover airport has the quickest connection when flying from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.?

Accepted Answer

If you prefer a quick connection, Dubai (DXB) often has the shortest layovers from Cape Town to Washington, D.C., with an average of 1h 25m.

Question 25

Which layover airport offers the shortest total travel time from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.?

Accepted Answer

Consider flying via Newark (EWR) for the shortest journey. The average one-way travel time for flights connecting there is 19h 52m.

Question 26

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

Accepted Answer

Weekly flights between Cape Town and Washington, D.C. historically see delays in approximately 7% of cases, with the average delay over the past year being 154 minutes.

Question 27

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

Accepted Answer

Based on our data, United Airlines have experienced the fewest delays on this route in the past 12 months, with only about 7% of their flights encountering any delays.

Question 28

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

Accepted Answer

Statistically, Sunday is the day of the week with the fewest delays on this flight route, while Tuesday has typically experienced more delays than other days.

Question 29

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

Accepted Answer

Typically, flights leaving in the evening tend to face fewer delays, whereas flights in the evening have historically encountered delays more often.

Question 30

Which cabin class options are there for flights between Cape Town and Washington, D.C.?

Accepted Answer

There are 3 cabin class options for the route. These are Business, Economy and Prem Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

Question 31

Which cabin class options are there for flights between Cape Town and Washington, D.C.?

Accepted Answer

There are 3 cabin class options for the route. These are Business, Economy and Prem Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

Question 32

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.?

Accepted Answer

In the past 3 days, the cheapest round-trip tickets from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. were found on Delta ($945) and KLM ($970).

Question 33

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.?

Accepted Answer

In the past 3 days, the cheapest round-trip tickets from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. were found on Delta ($945) and KLM ($970).

Question 34

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

Accepted Answer

The cheapest return flight from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. costs $935 on the route between Cape Town (CPT) and Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (IAD). It is also the most popular route.

Question 35

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

Accepted Answer

The cheapest return flight from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. costs $935 on the route between Cape Town (CPT) and Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (IAD). It is also the most popular route.

Question 36

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

Accepted Answer

To get a below average price on the flight from Cape Town to Washington, D.C., you should book around 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 27% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 15 weeks before departure.

Question 37

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

Accepted Answer

To get a below average price on the flight from Cape Town to Washington, D.C., you should book around 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 27% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 15 weeks before departure.

Question 38

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.?

Accepted Answer

Yes, flying with a layover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 2 stops layover the cheapest option at $1,025 on average.

Question 39

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.?

Accepted Answer

Yes, flying with a layover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 2 stops layover the cheapest option at $1,025 on average.

Question 40

What are the most popular airlines flying to Washington, D.C.?

Accepted Answer

The most popular airline among KAYAK users flying to Washington, D.C. is United Airlines, followed by Delta.

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

The cheapest return flight from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. costs $935 on the route between Cape Town (CPT) and Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (IAD). It is also the most popular route.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.?

What is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.?

The cheapest month for flights from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. is May, where tickets cost $971 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and January, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,497 and $1,320 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.?

Yes, flying with a layover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 2 stops layover the cheapest option at $1,025 on average.

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

To get a below average price on the flight from Cape Town to Washington, D.C., you should book around 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 27% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 15 weeks before departure.

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.?

In the past 3 days, the cheapest round-trip tickets from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. were found on Delta ($945) and KLM ($970).

Which airlines fly non-stop between Cape Town and Washington, D.C.?

There is just one airline that flies from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. direct and that is United Airlines. The best round-trip deal found from United Airlines for the route is $952.

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

Weekly flights between Cape Town and Washington, D.C. historically see delays in approximately 7% of cases, with the average delay over the past year being 154 minutes.

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

Typically, flights leaving in the evening tend to face fewer delays, whereas flights in the evening have historically encountered delays more often.

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

Statistically, Sunday is the day of the week with the fewest delays on this flight route, while Tuesday has typically experienced more delays than other days.

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

Based on our data, United Airlines have experienced the fewest delays on this route in the past 12 months, with only about 7% of their flights encountering any delays.

What is the most popular layover airport when flying from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.?

Amsterdam (AMS) is the top choice – 50% of KAYAK users who clicked on 1-stop flights from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. picked an itinerary connecting there.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.?

Flights via Addis Ababa (ADD) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $892.

Which layover airport offers the shortest total travel time from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.?

Consider flying via Newark (EWR) for the shortest journey. The average one-way travel time for flights connecting there is 19h 52m.

Which layover airport has the quickest connection when flying from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.?

If you prefer a quick connection, Dubai (DXB) often has the shortest layovers from Cape Town to Washington, D.C., with an average of 1h 25m.

Which cabin class options are there for flights between Cape Town and Washington, D.C.?

There are 3 cabin class options for the route. These are Business, Economy and Prem Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

How many flights are there between Cape Town and Washington, D.C. per day?

There is a maximum of 1 nonstop flight a day that takes off from Cape Town and lands in Washington, D.C., with an average flight time of 16h 10m. The most common departure time is 8:00 pm and most flights take off in the evening. Each week, there are 3 flights.

How long does a flight from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. take?

The duration of a nonstop flight to Washington, D.C. from Cape Town is typically 15h 55m. The journey crosses a distance of 7,904 miles.

What’s the earliest departure time from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.?

Early birds can take the earliest flight from Cape Town at 8:50 pm and will be landing in Washington, D.C. at 6:00 am.

What’s the latest departure time from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.?

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. jets off at 8:50 pm and lands at 6:00 am.

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

In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. was $610 for a one-way ticket and $945 for a round-trip.

Do I need a passport to fly between Cape Town and Washington, D.C.?

Yes, you’ll need a passport to travel to Washington, D.C. from Cape Town.

Which airports will I be using when flying from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.?

Cape Town is served by only 1 airport and there are 2 airports in Washington, D.C.. You will leave Cape Town from Cape Town Intl and you will be arriving in Washington, D.C. at one of these airports: Washington, D.C. Reagan-National or Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl.

Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.?

The Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Cape Town to Washington, D.C. flight route.

Which airline alliances offer flights from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.?

SkyTeam, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between Cape Town and Washington, D.C., with SkyTeam being the most commonly used for this route.

On which days can I fly direct from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.?

You can catch a nonstop flight from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. on on Tuesday, Friday, and Sunday.

How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.?

KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Cape Town to Washington, D.C..

How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.?

KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Washington, D.C. from Cape Town is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.?

Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Washington, D.C. with an airline and back to Cape Town with another airline.

What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.?

Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Washington, D.C. from Cape Town up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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