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Cheapest return flight
R15 223
Typical prices: R17 216-R22 680
Ethiopian Air
Tue 20/11Thu 29/11
CPT - IAD • 2 stops
Cheapest direct flights
R18 386
Typical prices: R17 308-R24 248
United Airlines
Mon 26/3Tue 17/4
CPT - IAD • Direct
Direct flights
3 days a week
You can fly direct with United Airlines. Average duration is 16h 03m
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Top routes
CPT - DCA
Cheapest • 2% average savings
CPT - IAD
Most popular
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Avoid delays
United Airlines
Most punctual • 94% on-time
Evening
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
10 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 10 weeks in advance save around 19% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 10% price drop
May
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Addis Ababa Bole (ADD)
Cheapest • Avg R15 849 (return)
Newark (EWR)
Shortest trip • 19h 51m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. (CPT-WAS)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.

Fri, Nov 20 - Sun, Nov 29
Ethiopian Air Logo
13:50 - 8:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
25h 10m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:00 - 14:10IAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
21h 10m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
R15 223Ethiopian Air
Thu, Feb 11 - Thu, Feb 25
Ethiopian Air Logo
13:50 - 8:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
25h 10m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:00 - 14:10IAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
21h 10m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
R15 354Ethiopian Air
Thu, Mar 18 - Wed, Apr 7
Ethiopian Air Logo
13:50 - 9:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
25h 10m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:55 - 14:10IAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
21h 15m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
R15 846Ethiopian Air
Thu, Feb 11 - Thu, Feb 25
Turkish Airlines Logo
17:15 - 19:25CPT  Cape Town Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
33h 10m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
21:20 - 12:05IAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
31h 45m1 stop Istanbul
R16 846Turkish Airlines
Mon, Mar 15 - Thu, Apr 8
Turkish Airlines Logo
0:55 - 12:45CPT  Cape Town Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
41h 50m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
13:15 - 23:20IAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
28h 05m1 stop Istanbul
R17 042Turkish Airlines
Sun, Nov 22 - Thu, Dec 3
KLM Logo
7:30 - 15:55CPT  Cape Town Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
39h 25m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
KLM Logo
18:15 - 22:40IAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
21h 25m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
R17 632KLM
Sun, Nov 22 - Tue, Dec 1
KLM Logo
7:30 - 15:55CPT  Cape Town Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
39h 25m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
KLM Logo
17:45 - 22:40IAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
21h 55m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
R17 632KLM
Fri, Mar 26 - Sat, Apr 17
United Airlines Logo
20:50 - 6:45CPT  Cape Town Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
15h 55mdirect
United Airlines Logo
18:50 - 15:20IAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
14h 30mdirect
R18 386United Airlines
Tue, Mar 16 - Sat, Apr 10
United Airlines Logo
20:50 - 6:45CPT  Cape Town Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
15h 55mdirect
United Airlines Logo
18:50 - 15:20IAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
14h 30mdirect
R18 386United Airlines
Sat, Nov 21 - Wed, Dec 2
Qatar Airways Logo
12:35 - 5:40CPT  Cape Town Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
48h 05m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Seattle/Tacoma Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
20:05 - 12:40IAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
57h 35m3 stops Doha Hamad Intl Lusaka Harare
R28 136Qatar Airways
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Cape Town to Washington, D.C. flights

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How much is a return flight from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.?

Return flights from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. typically range from R17 216 to R22 680. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R15 223 on Ethiopian Air.

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

There's little price difference between Cape Town to Washington, D.C. routes. They average around R18 607 return, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.. It’s 6% cheaper than the average day, while Tuesday is the most expensive, with prices 13% higher.

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

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. at R16 977 return.
•May (R22 286) and June (R22 138) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 31% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. the cheapest?

Flights from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. are cheapest 10 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 19% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Cape Town to Washington, D.C. flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

R9 701
Beat the crowds with an average 60% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 61% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport

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.
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Your Cape Town to Washington, D.C. flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.:

    • Earliest: departs at 20:00 and lands at 12:03
    • Latest: departs at 20:50 and lands at 12:53.

    The flight takes about 16h 03m.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.?

    Four cabin classes are available on flights from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.:

    • Economy class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

    Prices vary by airline.

  • How long is a flight from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.?

    A direct flight from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. takes 16h 03m, covering 20 472 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Cape Town to Washington, D.C. flight?

    Return flights from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. range from R17 216 to R22 680, with an average of R18 923 over the past 12 months. Anything below R17 216 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Cape Town to Washington, D.C. flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 6% above the R18 923 route average. Book 10 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.?

    On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average R15 849 return via Addis Ababa Bole (ADD), compared with R18 831 for direct.

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.?

    United Airlines is the only airline operating Cape Town to Washington, D.C. flights. 94% of its flights are on time.

  • Have flight prices from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about R15 223 to R137 279. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. looking right now?

    One-way fares from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R15 638, which is 6% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car hire options are available in Washington, D.C.?

    Since Washington, D.C. is served by multiple airports, car hire options and rates can vary depending on which one you fly into.
    Near Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport (DCA) – daily rates from around R401:

    • Sixt
    • Dollar
    • Thrifty
    • Hertz
    • Alamo

    Near Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (IAD) – daily rates from around R390:

    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Budget
    • Sixt
    • Thrifty

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.?

    Flights from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. usually depart from Cape Town Intl (CPT) and may arrive at several airports in Washington, D.C. area, including Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA) and Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.?

    Evening flights have the fewest delays on this route.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed on the route from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Cape Town to Washington, D.C. route, 6% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 2h 58m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. pass through?

    One-stop flights from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. most commonly connect through:

    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 18% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 18% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) – 18% of one-stop connections
    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) – 17% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 17% on flights from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at R17 943 return on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at R21 516, a difference of R3 572.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • Which airlines fly from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.?

    Only United Airlines operates flights between Cape Town and Washington, D.C..

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.?

    Flying via Newark (EWR) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 19h 51m, compared to 21h 51m via Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) and 22h 13m via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS).

  • What is the time difference between Cape Town and Washington, D.C.?

    Washington, D.C. is 6 hours behind Cape Town (Eastern Time vs South Africa Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Cape Town to Washington, D.C. flights?

    Among airlines operating Cape Town to Washington, D.C. flights:

    • United Airlines: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Cape Town to Washington, D.C. flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • Turkish Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

    Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Cape Town to Washington, D.C. flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Saturday departure and avoid flying on Tuesday. On this route, Saturday flights average R17 943, about R3 572 less than Tuesday fares (17% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 10 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 19% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Cape Town to Washington, D.C. trip for February. Fares historically average R16 977 return in that month – typically R5 309 less than the most expensive month, which is May (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Addis Ababa Bole Airport (ADD) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest stopover option averages R15 849 return on this route – about R2 982 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).

Prefer to fly 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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