How long does it take to fly to Cape Town?

Flight times vary depending on what airport in Virginia you fly out of and what airport in Cape Town you fly into. For example, flying from Norfolk to Cape Town takes 18h 55m on average. On the other hand, flying from Richmond to Cape Town takes 31h 25m on average. Keep in mind that it’s always quicker to opt for a non-stop flight, so be sure to check momondo if there are any available for your route.

How many flights depart from Virginia to Cape Town on average per week?

As of June 2026, 3 flights take off from Virginia and land in Cape Town each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Mon, with 33% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

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There are 8 operators available for flights from Virginia to Cape Town Intl Airport as of June 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from Virginia 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 Virginia to Cape Town Intl Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cape Town Intl Airport?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Cape Town Intl Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Cape Town Intl Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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6:27 pm - 5:50 pm

RDU

CPT

17h 23m

1 stop

8:05 pm - 5:10 pm

CPT

RDU

27h 05m

1 stop

$822Virgin Atlantic

Mon, Jul 20 - Sun, Aug 2

6:27 pm - 11:35 pm

RDU

CPT

23h 08m

2 stops

8:05 pm - 6:53 pm

CPT

RDU

28h 48m

1 stop

$861Multiple Airlines

Mon, Jul 20 - Sun, Aug 2

7:00 am - 1:35 pm

IAD

CPT

47h 35m

3 stops

2:25 pm - 4:17 pm

CPT

IAD

32h 52m

3 stops

$1,012Kenya Airways

Mon, Nov 9 - Thu, Nov 19

6:25 pm - 10:10 pm

IAD

CPT

45h 45m

2 stops

2:25 pm - 11:52 am

CPT

IAD

27h 27m

3 stops

$1,018Multiple Airlines

Mon, Oct 19 - Mon, Oct 26

7:00 am - 1:35 pm

IAD

CPT

47h 35m

3 stops

2:25 pm - 11:52 am

CPT

IAD

28h 27m

3 stops

$1,044Kenya Airways

Sun, Nov 22 - Mon, Nov 30

1:20 pm - 11:50 am

IAD

CPT

40h 30m

1 stop

4:35 pm - 11:35 am

CPT

IAD

25h 00m

1 stop

$1,124Turkish Airlines

Mon, Aug 31 - Wed, Sep 9

12:02 pm - 5:50 pm

ORF

CPT

23h 48m

2 stops

8:05 pm - 7:39 pm

CPT

ORF

29h 34m

1 stop

$1,501Delta

Thu, Jul 9 - Fri, Jul 24

6:00 am - 3:20 pm

RDU

CPT

27h 20m

3 stops

8:00 pm - 5:27 pm

CPT

RDU

27h 27m

2 stops

$1,511United Airlines

Sat, Jul 11 - Fri, Jul 24

10:16 am - 5:50 pm

ORF

CPT

25h 34m

1 stop

8:05 pm - 7:39 pm

CPT

ORF

29h 34m

1 stop

$1,515Delta

Thu, Jul 9 - Fri, Jul 24

3:00 pm - 5:10 pm

RDU

CPT

44h 10m

2 stops

8:00 pm - 5:27 pm

CPT

RDU

27h 27m

2 stops

$1,532United Airlines

Tue, Jul 21 - Tue, Jul 28

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Nov 22

IAD7:00 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

47h 35m

3 stops

CPT1:35 pmCape Town Intl

Nov 30

CPT2:25 pmCape Town Intl

28h 27m

3 stops

IAD11:52 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,044

Kenya Airways

Nov 18

IAD7:00 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

47h 35m

3 stops

CPT1:35 pmCape Town Intl

Dec 1

CPT2:25 pmCape Town Intl

32h 52m

3 stops

IAD4:17 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,074

Kenya Airways

Nov 17

IAD7:00 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

32h 05m

2 stops

CPT10:05 pmCape Town Intl

Dec 1

CPT2:25 pmCape Town Intl

32h 52m

3 stops

IAD4:17 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,084

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Turkish Airlines

Aug 31

IAD1:20 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

40h 30m

1 stop

CPT11:50 amCape Town Intl

Sep 9

CPT4:35 pmCape Town Intl

25h 00m

1 stop

IAD11:35 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,124

Turkish Airlines

Sep 8

IAD9:45 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

32h 05m

1 stop

CPT11:50 amCape Town Intl

Sep 22

CPT4:35 pmCape Town Intl

25h 00m

1 stop

IAD11:35 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,164

Turkish Airlines

Dec 4

IAD1:30 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

39h 35m

1 stop

CPT12:05 pmCape Town Intl

Dec 15

CPT5:20 pmCape Town Intl

33h 05m

1 stop

IAD7:25 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,181

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RaleighCape Town

RDU - CPT

RDUCPT

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 7/20

6:27 pm-5:50 pm

1 stop17h 23m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 8/2

8:05 pm-5:10 pm

1 stop27h 05m

$822

RaleighCape Town

RDU - CPT

RDUCPT

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 7/20

6:27 pm-11:35 pm

2 stops23h 08m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 8/2

8:05 pm-6:53 pm

1 stop28h 48m

$861

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 11/9

7:00 am-1:35 pm

3 stops47h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 11/19

2:25 pm-4:17 pm

3 stops32h 52m

$1,012

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 10/19

6:25 pm-10:10 pm

2 stops45h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 10/26

2:25 pm-11:52 am

3 stops27h 27m

$1,018

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 11/22

7:00 am-1:35 pm

3 stops47h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 11/30

2:25 pm-11:52 am

3 stops28h 27m

$1,044

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 8/31

1:20 pm-11:50 am

1 stop40h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 9/9

4:35 pm-11:35 am

1 stop25h 00m

$1,124

NorfolkCape Town

ORF - CPT

ORFCPT

Norfolk

Thu 7/9

12:02 pm-5:50 pm

2 stops23h 48m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 7/24

8:05 pm-7:39 pm

1 stop29h 34m

$1,501

RaleighCape Town

RDU - CPT

RDUCPT

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 7/11

6:00 am-3:20 pm

3 stops27h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 7/24

8:00 pm-5:27 pm

2 stops27h 27m

$1,511

NorfolkCape Town

ORF - CPT

ORFCPT

Norfolk

Thu 7/9

10:16 am-5:50 pm

1 stop25h 34m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 7/24

8:05 pm-7:39 pm

1 stop29h 34m

$1,515

RaleighCape Town

RDU - CPT

RDUCPT

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 7/21

3:00 pm-5:10 pm

2 stops44h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 7/28

8:00 pm-5:27 pm

2 stops27h 27m

$1,532

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Fastest flight time	14h 25m
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The fastest flight from Virginia to Cape Town takes 14h 25m

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There are 8 operators available for flights from Virginia to Cape Town Intl Airport as of June 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Virginia 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 Virginia to Cape Town Intl Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cape Town Intl Airport?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Cape Town Intl Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Cape Town Intl Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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