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Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town from $559

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Turkish Airlines Logo
1:30 pm - 11:50 amIAD-CPT
39h 20m1 stop
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5:15 pm - 11:45 amCPT-IAD
25h 30m1 stop
$1,160Turkish Airlines
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Tue, Jan 13 - Sat, Jan 17
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:40 pm - 3:30 pmIAD-CPT
35h 50m3 stops
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1:50 pm - 8:00 amCPT-IAD
25h 10m2 stops
$1,163Multiple Airlines
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Mon, Dec 1 - Thu, Dec 11
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:00 am - 2:35 pmIAD-CPT
21h 35m1 stop
Ethiopian Air Logo
2:35 pm - 8:00 amCPT-IAD
24h 25m2 stops
$1,176Ethiopian Air
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Wed, Jan 14 - Mon, Jan 19
Ethiopian Air Logo
9:20 pm - 1:00 pmIAD-CPT
33h 40m2 stops
Ethiopian Air Logo
1:50 pm - 8:55 amCPT-IAD
25h 05m2 stops
$1,183Ethiopian Air
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Thu, Apr 16 - Sat, Apr 25
American Airlines Logo
9:35 pm - 12:10 pmBWI-CPT
32h 35m1 stop
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6:55 pm - 7:45 pmCPT-BWI
30h 50m1 stop
$1,241American Airlines
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Wed, Mar 18 - Wed, Mar 25
American Airlines Logo
7:25 pm - 8:05 amBWI-CPT
29h 40m2 stops
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6:55 pm - 6:45 pmCPT-BWI
30h 50m1 stop
$1,256American Airlines
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Mon, Nov 24 - Tue, Dec 2
Delta Logo
6:00 pm - 7:15 pmDCA-CPT
18h 15m1 stop
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9:30 pm - 2:40 pmCPT-DCA
24h 10m1 stop
$1,301Delta
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Wed, Feb 11 - Sun, Feb 22
Delta Logo
6:25 pm - 7:15 pmBWI-CPT
17h 50m1 stop
Delta Logo
9:30 pm - 11:07 amCPT-BWI
19h 37m1 stop
$1,302Delta
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Mon, Mar 2 - Mon, Mar 23
United Airlines Logo
3:10 pm - 6:00 pmDCA-CPT
19h 50m1 stop
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3:20 pm - 12:34 pmCPT-DCA
28h 14m2 stops
$1,362United Airlines
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Fri, Nov 14 - Sat, Nov 22
United Airlines Logo
3:10 pm - 6:00 pmDCA-CPT
19h 50m1 stop
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6:45 pm - 9:56 pmCPT-DCA
34h 11m2 stops
$1,397United Airlines
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Tue, Nov 11 - Tue, Nov 18

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

Our best Turkish Airlines deals on Washington, D.C. to Cape Town flight tickets
Turkish Airlines
Jan 13
IAD1:30 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
39h 20m
1 stop
CPT11:50 amCape Town Intl
Jan 17
CPT5:15 pmCape Town Intl
25h 30m
1 stop
IAD11:45 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$1,160
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Turkish Airlines
Jan 15
IAD1:30 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
39h 20m
1 stop
CPT11:50 amCape Town Intl
Jan 18
CPT5:15 pmCape Town Intl
25h 30m
1 stop
IAD11:45 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$1,166
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Turkish Airlines
Jan 10
IAD9:15 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
31h 35m
1 stop
CPT11:50 amCape Town Intl
Jan 14
CPT5:15 pmCape Town Intl
33h 05m
1 stop
IAD7:20 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$1,171
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Ethiopian Air flights from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town

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Ethiopian Air
Jan 14
IAD10:00 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
21h 35m
1 stop
CPT2:35 pmCape Town Intl
Jan 19
CPT2:35 pmCape Town Intl
24h 25m
2 stops
IAD8:00 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$1,176
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Ethiopian Air
Nov 1
IAD9:40 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
34h 05m
2 stops
CPT1:45 pmCape Town Intl
Nov 8
CPT1:50 pmCape Town Intl
25h 10m
2 stops
IAD8:00 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$1,180
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Ethiopian Air
Nov 3
IAD10:00 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
21h 35m
1 stop
CPT2:35 pmCape Town Intl
Nov 5
CPT2:35 pmCape Town Intl
24h 25m
2 stops
IAD8:00 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$1,182
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Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 1/13

1:30 pm-11:50 am

1 stop39h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 1/17

5:15 pm-11:45 am

1 stop25h 30m

$1,160

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 12/1

8:40 pm-3:30 pm

3 stops35h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 12/11

1:50 pm-8:00 am

2 stops25h 10m

$1,163

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 1/14

10:00 am-2:35 pm

1 stop21h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 1/19

2:35 pm-8:00 am

2 stops24h 25m

$1,176

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 4/16

9:20 pm-1:00 pm

2 stops33h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 4/25

1:50 pm-8:55 am

2 stops25h 05m

$1,183

BaltimoreCape Town

BWI - CPT

BWICPT

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 3/18

9:35 pm-12:10 pm

1 stop32h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 3/25

6:55 pm-7:45 pm

1 stop30h 50m

$1,241

BaltimoreCape Town

BWI - CPT

BWICPT

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 11/24

7:25 pm-8:05 am

2 stops29h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 12/2

6:55 pm-6:45 pm

1 stop30h 50m

$1,256

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

DCA - CPT

DCACPT

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 2/11

6:00 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop18h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 2/22

9:30 pm-2:40 pm

1 stop24h 10m

$1,301

BaltimoreCape Town

BWI - CPT

BWICPT

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 3/2

6:25 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop17h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 3/23

9:30 pm-11:07 am

1 stop19h 37m

$1,302

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

DCA - CPT

DCACPT

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 11/14

3:10 pm-6:00 pm

1 stop19h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 11/22

3:20 pm-12:34 pm

2 stops28h 14m

$1,362

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

DCA - CPT

DCACPT

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 11/11

3:10 pm-6:00 pm

1 stop19h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 11/18

6:45 pm-9:56 pm

2 stops34h 11m

$1,397

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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 March, then departing from Washington, D.C. during the month February is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $1,328.

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 $1,336. 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 Saturday, with ticket prices averaging around $1,538.

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. 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. 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 $1,395 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. for as low as $1,208 on momondo.

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

There are 3 cabin classes 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?

You could potentially save up to 25% on your flight if you consider stops on a Washington, D.C. to Cape Town flight.

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

As of October 2025, prices for Washington, D.C. to Cape Town flights are approximately 18% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Cheap Washington, D.C. to Cape Town (WAS to CPT) flight deals and tips

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Best Price Found

$1,188

Fastest flight time

14h 25m

Direct flights

Tue, Fri and Sun

Airports in Cape Town

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Cape Town from Washington, D.C. in the past 72 hours is $1,188. The best round-trip flight deal from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,436.
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. The only airline offering direct flights is United Airlines.
There is 1 airport near Cape Town: Cape Town Intl (CPT)
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  • How far is Washington, D.C. to Cape Town Intl by plane?

    The straight-line distance from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town Intl is 7894.8 mi. Typically, this will take 17h 10m by plane in normal conditions.

  • 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 are refreshed on a daily basis.

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from Washington, D.C. 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. 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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Best airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town

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Rating
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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom $850Free CancellationRating
7.3
4,032 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $910Free CancellationRating
7.2
11,034 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom $914Free CancellationRating
6.7
7,487 reviews
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Ethiopian AirPriceFrom $961Free CancellationRating
7.2
882 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $1,192Free CancellationRating
7.9
7,998 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $1,312Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,999 reviews
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EmiratesPriceFrom $1,357Free CancellationRating
8.1
3,394 reviews
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  • United Airlines Flights From Washington, D.C. to Cape Town

    United Airlines flies from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town around 2 times per week, with 8,996 momondo users rating the airline 7.4/10. The cheapest United Airlines deal from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town in the last 72 hours was $1,312 (round-trip), much lower than the average airfare cost of $1,530 for United Airlines flights on this route.

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