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Cheap Flights from Dulles Intl to Cape Town (IAD-CPT)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Dulles Intl to Cape Town 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 return flight deals from Dulles Intl to Cape Town

Tue, Oct 7 - Wed, Oct 15
Turkish Airlines Logo
13:30 - 11:50IAD-CPT
40h 20m1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
16:35 - 11:45CPT-IAD
25h 10m1 stop
R16 845Turkish Airlines
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Sun, Oct 26 - Fri, Oct 31
Turkish Airlines Logo
22:10 - 11:50IAD-CPT
31h 40m1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
17:15 - 12:10CPT-IAD
24h 55m1 stop
R17 169Turkish Airlines
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Thu, Oct 16 - Tue, Oct 28
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17:10 - 13:40IAD-CPT
62h 30m3 stops
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14:25 - 16:31CPT-IAD
32h 06m3 stops
R17 367
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Thu, Nov 13 - Tue, Nov 18
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:00 - 13:45IAD-CPT
20h 45m1 stop
Ethiopian Air Logo
13:50 - 8:00CPT-IAD
25h 10m1 stop
R17 691Ethiopian Air
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Wed, Oct 8 - Mon, Oct 13
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:55 - 14:35IAD-CPT
21h 40m1 stop
Ethiopian Air Logo
14:35 - 8:55CPT-IAD
24h 20m2 stops
R17 727Ethiopian Air
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Wed, Oct 29 - Mon, Nov 10
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17:10 - 12:55IAD-CPT
61h 45m2 stops
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14:30 - 16:31CPT-IAD
33h 01m3 stops
R17 835
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Sat, Sep 20 - Sun, Sep 28
Kenya Airways Logo
12:30 - 13:45IAD-CPT
43h 15m3 stops
Kenya Airways Logo
14:30 - 16:31CPT-IAD
32h 01m3 stops
R21 147Kenya Airways
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Sat, Sep 20 - Sun, Sep 28
British Airways Logo
22:45 - 11:00IAD-CPT
30h 15m1 stop
British Airways Logo
18:55 - 20:10CPT-IAD
31h 15m1 stop
R21 363British Airways
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Fri, Aug 15 - Mon, Aug 25
British Airways Logo
19:25 - 11:00IAD-CPT
33h 35m1 stop
British Airways Logo
18:55 - 17:35CPT-IAD
28h 40m1 stop
R21 884British Airways
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Thu, Sep 18 - Sun, Sep 28
Kenya Airways Logo
12:30 - 13:00IAD-CPT
42h 30m2 stops
Kenya Airways Logo
14:30 - 16:31CPT-IAD
32h 01m3 stops
R22 280Kenya Airways
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Dulles Intl to Cape Town flights

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

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Washington Dulles Airport to Cape Town?

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

For Washington Dulles Airport to Cape Town, Thursday is the cheapest day to fly on average and Monday is the most expensive. Flying from Cape Town back to Washington Dulles Airport, the best deals are generally found on Thursday, with Friday being the most expensive.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cape Town, 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cape Town is March, where tickets cost R21 722 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and December, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is R34 068 and R31 045 respectively.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cape Town, 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cape Town, you should book around 2 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 13 weeks before departure.

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Low seasonJuly
High seasonDecember
Cheapest flightR12 274
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 28% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly (17% more expensive on average)
Flight from Washington Dulles Airport to Cape Town

When to book flights from Dulles Intl to Cape Town

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Dulles Intl to Cape Town based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking Washington Dulles Airport to Cape Town flights

  • Which airline offers flights from Washington Dulles Airport to Cape Town with less carbon emissions?

    British Airways offers flights from Washington Dulles Airport to Cape Town and has taken steps to reduce its carbon footprint. The airline is exploring and investing in sustainable aviation fuels that can significantly lower carbon emissions and has implemented energy-efficient operations to minimize emissions in both ground operations and flight operations.

  • How do I get from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to the city center?

    There are several shuttle services that operate from CPT to the city center. You can pre-book or find them located outside the airport arrivals hall. MyCiTi Bus Rapid Transit system also provides a direct and affordable connection to the city center. The service is reliable and operates on a scheduled timetable. In addition, metered taxis are available from the airport and will take you to the city center in about 20-30 minutes.

  • What travel class options are available for flights from Washington Dulles to Cape Town with Ethiopian Air?

    Ethiopian Airlines offers various travel classes on their flights from Washington Dulles Airport to Cape Town. Economy Class is the standard fare option with seats in the Economy cabin. Cloud Nine is the airline's Business Class and provides passengers with a premium experience with wider seats, more legroom, priority check-in, and access to Ethiopian Airlines lounges.

  • What services are available for passengers with reduced mobility on flights from Washington Dulles Airport to Cape Town with American Airlines?

    Passengers with reduced mobility on flights from Washington Dulles Airport to Cape Town with American Airlines can benefit from several services at both airports. At Washington Dulles Airport, passengers can request wheelchair assistance upon arrival and can request specific seating arrangements to accommodate their needs on board.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cape Town?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cape Town was R682 for a one-way ticket and R936 for a return.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Washington Dulles Airport to Cape Town?

    The Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Washington Dulles Airport to Cape Town flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Washington Dulles Airport to Cape Town?

    Star Alliance is the only airline alliance operating flights between Washington Dulles Airport and Cape Town.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Washington Dulles Airport to Cape Town?

    You can catch a direct flight from Washington Dulles Airport to Cape Town on Monday, Thursday, and Saturday.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Washington Dulles Airport to Cape Town?

    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 Washington Dulles Airport to Cape Town.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Washington Dulles Airport to Cape Town?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Cape Town from Washington Dulles Airport is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Washington Dulles Airport to Cape Town?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Cape Town with an airline and back to Washington Dulles Airport with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Washington Dulles Airport to Cape Town?

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

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for R25 880 or less one-way.
  • As Cape Town International Airport (CPT) is a base for South African Airways, British Airways, and FlySafair, passengers of these airlines can expect a variety of services and amenities at the airport. For example, passengers can benefit from priority baggage handling, faster immigration, and baggage delivery service.
  • Flights from Washington Dulles Airport (IAD) to Cape Town (CPT) usually have layovers in various cities. Some of the common layovers for this route include London (LHR), Amsterdam (AMS), Doha (DOH), Johannesburg (JNB), Munich (MUC), Frankfurt (FRA), New York (JFK), and Paris (CDG).
  • US citizens require a visa to enter South Africa, including for flights from Washington Dulles Airport (IAD) to Cape Town (CPT). The visa can be obtained by applying at the South African embassy or consulate in the United States or through an online application process. It is recommended to apply for the visa well in advance of the travel date to avoid any delays or complications.
  • Cape Town International Airport (CPT) serves various nearby cities in addition to Cape Town. These cities include Stellenbosch, Somerset West, Franschhoek, Paarl, Hermanus, Langebaan, Ceres, Tulbagh, Darling, Montagu, Worcester, Robertson, Swellendam, Gansbaai, and Clanwilliam.
  • Lufthansa offers a range of special meals for children on flights from Washington Dulles Airport (IAD) to Cape Town (CPT) such as infant meals, toddler meals, and children's meals. Bassinets are also available for infants and can be attached to the bulkhead seats in economy class.

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

Find which airlines fly direct from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl to Cape Town Intl

Monday

United Airlines

United Airlines

Thursday

United Airlines

United Airlines

Saturday

United Airlines

United Airlines

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Direct returns

Cape Town Intl to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tuesday

United Airlines

United Airlines

Friday

United Airlines

United Airlines

Sunday

United Airlines

United Airlines

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Everything you need to know for your flight from Dulles Intl to Cape Town

Information on your arrival and departure airports

Washington Dulles Airport (IAD)
Cape Town (CPT)

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