CPT - WAS

$594 Find Cheap Flights from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. departing on 11/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Cheap Flights from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. (CPT-WAS)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.

Thu, Oct 30 - Thu, Nov 6
Virgin Atlantic Logo
9:30 pm - 6:33 pmCPT-DCA
27h 03m1 stop
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6:20 pm - 7:15 pmDCA-CPT
17h 55m1 stop
$831Virgin Atlantic
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Sun, Oct 12 - Sat, Oct 25
Virgin Atlantic Logo
8:05 pm - 8:33 pmCPT-DCA
30h 28m1 stop
Virgin Atlantic Logo
1:45 pm - 7:15 pmDCA-CPT
23h 30m1 stop
$864Virgin Atlantic
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Thu, Oct 30 - Thu, Nov 6
Ethiopian Air Logo
1:50 pm - 9:00 amCPT-IAD
25h 10m2 stops
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:00 am - 1:45 pmIAD-CPT
20h 45m1 stop
$895Ethiopian Air
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Mon, Nov 10 - Fri, Nov 28
Ethiopian Air Logo
2:35 pm - 8:00 amCPT-IAD
24h 25m2 stops
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:00 am - 2:35 pmIAD-CPT
21h 35m1 stop
$912Ethiopian Air
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Wed, Oct 29 - Wed, Nov 5
Delta Logo
11:45 pm - 5:05 pmCPT-IAD
23h 20m1 stop
Delta Logo
3:33 pm - 7:15 pmIAD-CPT
20h 42m1 stop
$935Delta
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Thu, Nov 6 - Tue, Dec 2
Delta Logo
9:30 pm - 5:00 pmCPT-DCA
26h 30m2 stops
Delta Logo
8:40 pm - 7:15 pmDCA-CPT
39h 35m1 stop
$936Delta
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Sun, Nov 9 - Sun, Nov 30
KLM Logo
8:00 am - 4:05 pmCPT-IAD
39h 05m1 stop
KLM Logo
6:05 pm - 6:10 amIAD-CPT
29h 05m1 stop
$977KLM
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Sun, Nov 9 - Sun, Nov 30
KLM Logo
6:25 pm - 4:05 pmCPT-IAD
28h 40m2 stops
KLM Logo
6:05 pm - 6:10 amIAD-CPT
29h 05m1 stop
$987KLM
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Sun, Oct 12 - Sat, Oct 25
United Airlines Logo
8:00 pm - 5:50 amCPT-IAD
15h 50mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
7:45 pm - 4:10 pmIAD-CPT
14h 25mnonstop
$991United Airlines
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Sun, Oct 12 - Sat, Oct 25
United Airlines Logo
8:00 pm - 5:50 amCPT-IAD
15h 50mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
10:35 pm - 6:00 pmIAD-CPT
37h 25m1 stop
$993United Airlines
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Everything you should know

Our travelers' advice
AI-generated summary based on content written by travel experts
Cape Town Intl's international departures are north.
The Silver Line Metro links IAD to downtown D.C.
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Top airlines
Virgin Atlantic
Cheapest • from $831 (round-trip)
United Airlines
Best reviews • 7.4 score
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Top routes
CPT-IAD
Cheapest
CPT-IAD
Most popular
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When to book
4 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 4 weeks in advance save around 19% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
May
Cheapest • 13% price drop
May
Most popular
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Nonstop flights
3 days a week
There are direct flights from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. 3 days a week: Tue, Fri, Sun.
Direct flights
Direct flights
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Direct flights
Cheapest round-trip
$831
Virgin Atlantic
Thu 10/30Thu 11/6
CPT - DCA • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$991
Typical prices: $1,009-1240
United Airlines
Sun 10/12Sat 10/25
CPT - IAD • Non-stop
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Expert advice for your flight from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.

 
Snippets provided in this section are AI-generated based on a summarization of KAYAK-commissioned articles. The articles are presented as-is, for general informational purposes only, and may not be up-to-date. The opinions contained in the articles are original to the author and reflect their authentic experience, which may vary significantly from the experience of others.
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Airports
CPT

Check-in for all flights is in the central main hall. International departures leave from the northern section after the central security checkpoint.

Read more about CPTby Daniel Scheffler
IAD

The Silver Line Metro connects IAD to downtown D.C., taking about 50 minutes. It's a convenient option for reaching the city center.

Read more about IADby Stefanie Waldek
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Daniel Scheffler

Daniel Scheffler

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Daniel Scheffler

Daniel Scheffler

Daniel Scheffler is a travel writer, podcaster, and producer. Born in Africa, bred in Europe and now living in America he has traveled to 140 countries (and all 50 U.S. states). Plus he has stayed at over 2500 hotels across the globe. His original shows Everywhere and Without Maps (available on Spotify) showcase his beliefs, travel is about humanity and sharing that beauty. And thus it reminds you that you shouldn’t believe everything you think.

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Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on IAD

Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

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KAYAK's insights & trends for Cape Town to Washington, D.C. flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

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

Data is based on round-trip flight searches on KAYAK over the past month.

The cheapest return flight from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. costs $814 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.?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

If your flying dates are flexible, you should consider flying to Washington, D.C. on a Wednesday, as we generally find the cheapest rates on that day for this route. On the other hand, Friday 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 Thursdays for the best deals.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Cape Town to Washington, D.C., removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. is May, where tickets cost $972 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are January and August, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,321 and $1,317 respectively.

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

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

Yes, flying with a layover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop layover the cheapest option at $1,003 on average.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Cape Town to Washington, D.C., removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Cape Town to Washington, D.C., you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 19% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 18 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonAugust
Cheapest flight$594
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 17% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 14% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or round-trips with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking flights from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.

  • 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 $594 for a one-way ticket and $831 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.?

    Star Alliance is the only airline alliance operating flights between Cape Town and Washington, D.C..

  • 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.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $1,003 or less one-way and $955 or less round-trip.

Prefer to fly direct from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Cape Town Intl to Washington, D.C..
Find which airlines fly direct from Cape Town Intl Airport to Washington, D.C., which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Cape Town Intl to Washington, D.C.

Tuesday

United Airlines

United Airlines

Friday

United Airlines

United Airlines

Sunday

United Airlines

United Airlines

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Direct returns

Washington, D.C. to Cape Town Intl

Monday

United Airlines

United Airlines

Thursday

United Airlines

United Airlines

Saturday

United Airlines

United Airlines

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Reviews of the top airline flying from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.4
United AirlinesOverall score based on 8929 reviews
7.7Boarding
8.1Crew
7.1Entertainment
6.6Food
7.3Comfort
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IAD with the archaic people movers is just a place to be avoided.

10.0 ExcellentThomas, Aug 2025CMH - IAD
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IAD with the archaic people movers is just a place to be avoided.

Overall, it was good. I was seating next to a wonderful lady and did not notice how time flew. Thanks

This is the best united airlines flight that I took. The crew was very friendly and the food was tasty!

It is clear that someone knew, and competent, is in charge of food at United Airlines at least for the international flights. I was flying in coach, but the choices of the dinner were excellent. Tasty, and appropriate size. I had the beef, which was a little bit like a shepherds pie, and it was good. Nothing comparable has been served on a United flight in years. It will not be confused with three star food, but it is very good for airline food. Even better was the breakfast choice between a cinnamon roll and a breakfast sandwich. I chose the breakfast sandwich which was absolutely delicious and which I would happily order again at my local Starbucks or Panera. It is clear that someone knew indifferent is in charge of the food and it’s about time.

Had one staff that was not pleasant. Seems they are stressed with too many people to care for.

I would have liked an opportunity to move to a different seat ( even would have checked in my hand luggage)as I had health issues where I didn't have to clamber over the passenger next to me to for toilet use/ movement [ She was a highly unpleasant neighbor to sit next to]. In addition, I found that my European phone plan had run out of data and so I was not receiving emails from yourselves on airport wifi to be able to check in online and verifications difficult as did not accept the ticket number I had. I asked for an extra blanket but was told there was none. Then I saw other passengers receiving them. I couldn't eat the food and asked for snacks : Stewardess said " on the way" but they did not bring. The best bit was the check in process in Lisbon. Very efficient. However, I did not understand why we had to collect our bags at Washington then go through customs again. It was not explained. I also with my leg and health issue had approximately mile walk to the gate ( which then changed) . There appeared to be no moving walkways or help provided.

The attendant were friendly. I suggest you have a medical attendant on board every flight so that in case someone is sick , he/she will help them.

We had a very long diversion and our food voucher didn’t work because the restaurants were closed

United airlines, mediocre at best. No issues , nothing great . Worked for me

Turbulent taking off & landing to Dulles from Raleigh. Flight from Dulles to Tokyo very good!!

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