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Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cape Town from $531

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9:40 pm - 11:50 amIAD-CPT
32h 10m1 stop
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2:00 pm - 11:45 amCPT-IAD
27h 45m2 stops
$880
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Tue, Sep 23 - Tue, Sep 30
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9:40 pm - 11:50 amIAD-CPT
32h 10m1 stop
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4:35 pm - 11:45 amCPT-IAD
25h 10m1 stop
$889Turkish Airlines
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Tue, Sep 23 - Tue, Sep 30
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9:10 pm - 11:50 amIAD-CPT
31h 40m1 stop
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5:15 pm - 7:15 pmCPT-IAD
33h 00m1 stop
$905Turkish Airlines
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Wed, Nov 5 - Wed, Nov 12
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10:10 pm - 11:50 amIAD-CPT
31h 40m1 stop
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5:15 pm - 7:15 pmCPT-IAD
33h 00m1 stop
$909Turkish Airlines
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Thu, Oct 30 - Wed, Nov 12
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10:10 pm - 11:50 amIAD-CPT
31h 40m1 stop
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5:15 pm - 11:45 amCPT-IAD
25h 30m1 stop
$910Turkish Airlines
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Thu, Oct 30 - Wed, Nov 12
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9:10 pm - 11:50 amIAD-CPT
31h 40m1 stop
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5:15 pm - 7:15 pmCPT-IAD
33h 00m1 stop
$913Turkish Airlines
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Mon, Dec 1 - Wed, Dec 10
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9:10 pm - 11:50 amIAD-CPT
31h 40m1 stop
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5:15 pm - 7:15 pmCPT-IAD
33h 00m1 stop
$914Turkish Airlines
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Tue, Nov 25 - Fri, Dec 5
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12:30 pm - 10:05 pmIAD-CPT
50h 35m2 stops
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2:25 pm - 11:53 amCPT-IAD
28h 28m3 stops
$939
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Mon, Jan 26 - Tue, Feb 10
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10:55 am - 2:35 pmIAD-CPT
21h 40m1 stop
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1:50 pm - 8:55 amCPT-IAD
25h 05m2 stops
$1,007Ethiopian Air
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Mon, Sep 15 - Sun, Sep 21
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10:55 am - 2:35 pmIAD-CPT
21h 40m1 stop
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1:50 pm - 8:55 amCPT-IAD
25h 05m2 stops
$1,018Ethiopian Air
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Turkish Airlines flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cape Town

Our best Turkish Airlines deals on Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cape Town flight tickets
Turkish Airlines
Sep 23
IAD9:40 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
32h 10m
1 stop
CPT11:50 amCape Town Intl
Sep 30
CPT4:35 pmCape Town Intl
25h 10m
1 stop
IAD11:45 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$889
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Turkish Airlines
Nov 5
IAD9:10 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
31h 40m
1 stop
CPT11:50 amCape Town Intl
Nov 12
CPT5:15 pmCape Town Intl
33h 00m
1 stop
IAD7:15 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$905
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Turkish Airlines
Oct 30
IAD10:10 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
31h 40m
1 stop
CPT11:50 amCape Town Intl
Nov 12
CPT5:15 pmCape Town Intl
33h 00m
1 stop
IAD7:15 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$909
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Qatar Airways flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cape Town

Our best Qatar Airways deals on Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cape Town flight tickets
Qatar Airways
Sep 1
IAD9:00 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
31h 50m
1 stop
CPT10:50 amCape Town Intl
Sep 8
CPT6:05 amCape Town Intl
39h 35m
2 stops
IAD3:40 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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Qatar Airways
Sep 1
IAD9:00 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
35h 35m
2 stops
CPT2:35 pmCape Town Intl
Sep 8
CPT1:00 pmCape Town Intl
32h 40m
1 stop
IAD3:40 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$1,162
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Qatar Airways
Sep 8
IAD9:00 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
38h 20m
2 stops
CPT5:20 pmCape Town Intl
Sep 21
CPT1:00 pmCape Town Intl
32h 40m
1 stop
IAD3:40 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$1,172
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Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 9/23

9:40 pm-11:50 am

1 stop32h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 9/30

2:00 pm-11:45 am

2 stops27h 45m

$880

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 9/23

9:40 pm-11:50 am

1 stop32h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 9/30

4:35 pm-11:45 am

1 stop25h 10m

$889

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 11/5

9:10 pm-11:50 am

1 stop31h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 11/12

5:15 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop33h 00m

$905

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 10/30

10:10 pm-11:50 am

1 stop31h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 11/12

5:15 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop33h 00m

$909

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 10/30

10:10 pm-11:50 am

1 stop31h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 11/12

5:15 pm-11:45 am

1 stop25h 30m

$910

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 12/1

9:10 pm-11:50 am

1 stop31h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 12/10

5:15 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop33h 00m

$913

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 11/25

9:10 pm-11:50 am

1 stop31h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 12/5

5:15 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop33h 00m

$914

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 1/26

12:30 pm-10:05 pm

2 stops50h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 2/10

2:25 pm-11:53 am

3 stops28h 28m

$939

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 9/15

10:55 am-2:35 pm

1 stop21h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 9/21

1:50 pm-8:55 am

2 stops25h 05m

$1,007

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 9/22

10:55 am-2:35 pm

1 stop21h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 9/28

1:50 pm-8:55 am

2 stops25h 05m

$1,018

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town?

If you are unable to visit Cape Town during the month of May, then departing from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport during the month March is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $1,258.

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 Wednesday when prices can be found for as low as $1,335. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. The most expensive day to fly to Cape Town is Thursday, with ticket prices averaging around $1,559.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Cape Town?

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Cape Town is in the morning. Flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cape Town during this time can be as low as $1,171. Flights to Cape Town are more costly at noon, with an average ticket price of $1,538. Departure times at noon fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

What is the cheapest Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl 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. Dulles Intl Airport when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Cape Town for around $1,431 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Cape Town from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport for as low as $1,209 on momondo.

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

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl 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.

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

As of August 2025, prices for Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cape Town flights are approximately 54% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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

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Cheap Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cape Town (IAD to CPT) flight deals and tips

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Best Price Found

$1,128

Fastest flight time

14h 20m

Direct flights

Tue, Fri and Sun

Airports in Cape Town

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Cape Town from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport in the past 72 hours is $1,128. The best round-trip flight deal from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cape Town found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,335.
The fastest flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cape Town takes 14h 20m
Direct flights go from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cape Town on Tuesday, Friday and Sunday. There are no airlines offering direct flights.
There is 1 airport near Cape Town: Cape Town Intl (CPT)
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  • How far is Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl to Cape Town Intl by plane?

    A flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl to Cape Town Intl will travel around 7916.2 mi. By plane, this route typically takes 21h 40m.

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

    Prices for flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

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

    Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport 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 license 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.

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7.3
3,955 reviews
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7.2
10,000 reviews
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6.7
7,309 reviews
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7.2
843 reviews
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8,943 reviews
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8.1
3,318 reviews
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7.9
7,979 reviews
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  • United Airlines Flights From Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cape Town

    Across 3 United Airlines flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cape Town this week, the average price was $1,510, with the best United Airlines deals starting from $1,312 round-trip. 8,943 users have rated United Airlines on momondo, with an average score of 7.4/10.

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