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Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cape Town from R9 427

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 9/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IAD — CPT
Apr 16 — Apr 231
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl to Cape Town Intl are usually found in September or May, booked 17 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Saturday

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Cheapest flights from Dulles Intl to Cape Town
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Dulles Intl to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 17 March 2026.

Sat 2/518:50
IAD
-
CPT
2 stops53h 10m
Kenya Airways
Thu 7/514:25
CPT
-
IAD
3 stops34h 28m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 14/3R15 063
Sat 7/1119:59
IAD
-
CPT
3 stops58h 36m
Kenya Airways
Sat 21/1114:20
CPT
-
IAD
2 stops28h 32m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 14/3R15 885
Wed 9/913:20
IAD
-
CPT
1 stop40h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 23/916:35
CPT
-
IAD
1 stop25h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 15/3R15 969
Tue 1/921:45
IAD
-
CPT
1 stop32h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 9/916:35
CPT
-
IAD
1 stop25h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 13/3R15 986
Mon 19/1019:59
IAD
-
CPT
2 stops44h 11m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 3/1114:25
CPT
-
IAD
3 stops28h 27m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 16/3R16 053
Fri 8/513:20
IAD
-
CPT
1 stop40h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 20/516:35
CPT
-
IAD
1 stop25h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 14/3R16 103
Wed 23/913:20
IAD
-
CPT
1 stop40h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 30/916:35
CPT
-
IAD
1 stop33h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 14/3R16 254
Tue 14/418:50
IAD
-
CPT
3 stops60h 45m
Kenya Airways
Tue 28/414:25
CPT
-
IAD
3 stops27h 40m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 15/3R16 405
Tue 15/912:30
IAD
-
CPT
3 stops67h 05m
Kenya Airways
Tue 22/914:25
CPT
-
IAD
3 stops34h 51m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 14/3R16 522
Sun 5/413:19
IAD
-
CPT
3 stops66h 16m
Kenya Airways
Tue 28/414:25
CPT
-
IAD
3 stops33h 43m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 14/3R16 539

Find flight deals from Dulles Intl to Cape Town

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Dulles Intl (IAD) to Cape Town (CPT). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 17 March 2026.

Round-trip from

R15 063

One-way from

R9 427

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

R23 265
Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 2/5-7/5
  • 5 total stops
  • 87h 38m total
  • Washington, D.C. to Cape Town
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9/5
  • 9/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 43h 00m total
  • Washington, D.C. to Cape Town
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R7 189 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 13/4

10:55-16:40

1 stop23h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 30/4

13:15-8:40

1 stop25h 25m

R24 289

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 26/4

10:55-16:40

1 stop23h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 1/5

18:25-8:40

1 stop44h 15m

R24 305

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 19/4

10:55-16:40

1 stop23h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 23/4

13:15-8:40

1 stop25h 25m

R24 305

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 8/4

10:55-16:40

1 stop23h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 20/4

13:15-8:40

1 stop25h 25m

R24 305

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 2/4

10:55-16:40

1 stop23h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 9/4

18:25-8:40

1 stop44h 15m

R25 127
Fastest return journey

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 4/7

18:25-15:20

Nonstop14h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 21/7

20:00-5:30

Nonstop15h 30m

R28 180

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 29/6

18:00-17:50

1 stop17h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 20/7

23:15-15:35

1 stop22h 20m

R28 952

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 30/6

22:15-9:30

1 stop29h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 21/7

17:55-16:05

1 stop28h 10m

R29 606

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 10/8

18:25-15:20

Nonstop14h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 16/8

20:00-5:30

Nonstop15h 30m

R29 690

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 19/4

15:10-13:00

2 stops63h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 23/4

15:25-9:45

2 stops48h 20m

R29 858

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cape Town

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Dulles Intl to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on 13 March 2026.

The price you pay for your flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cape Town may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 17 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cape Town (average of R13 050). Flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cape Town in June is currently the most expensive (average of R20 665). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from IAD to CPT?

Find hourly flight availability from Dulles Intl to Cape Town. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 17 March 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cape Town as you normally would.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Dulles Intl to Cape Town. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Cape Town from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl?

    Cape Town Intl (CPT) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl to Cape Town. You should not have trouble finding flights to Cape Town Intl from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 0 airlines have flights to the Cape Town airport from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl. It is only a 15,6 km journey from Cape Town Intl (CPT) to Cape Town’s city centre.

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

    There are many flights that can get you from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cape Town in 23h 45m. Fly via Emirates to get the fastest option. The distance between Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport and Cape Town is about 12756 km.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Dulles Intl to Cape Town that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Dulles Intl to Cape Town flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Dulles Intl to Cape Town?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Dulles Intl to Cape Town.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Dulles Intl to Cape Town?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Dulles Intl to Cape Town by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cape Town (average of R13 050). Flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cape Town in June is currently the most expensive (average of R20 665). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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