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Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town from R11 170

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 18/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
WAS — CPT
Nov 5 — Nov 121
1 adult

The best prices from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town Intl are usually found in January or November, booked 66 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Tuesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Washington, D.C. (WAS) 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 31 October 2024.

Round-trip from

R17 788

One-way from

R11 170

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

January
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 8/2-22/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 72h 45m total
  • Washington, D.C. to Cape Town
18/1
  • 18/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 39h 45m total
  • Washington, D.C. to Cape Town
High demand for flights, 16% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 15% potential price drop

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Cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 31 October 2024.

Sun 17/1114:00IAD - CPT
1 stop39h 00mTurkish Airlines
Sun 8/1217:15CPT - IAD
1 stop25h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 30/10R17 823
Sun 10/1114:00IAD - CPT
1 stop39h 00mMultiple Airlines
Fri 6/1214:00CPT - IAD
2 stops36h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/10R18 158
Mon 2/1210:00IAD - CPT
1 stop21h 30mEthiopian Air
Thu 12/1213:50CPT - IAD
2 stops25h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 29/10R18 582
Mon 2/1220:30BWI - CPT
1 stop28h 30mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/1220:50CPT - BWI
1 stop28h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 31/10R19 235
Wed 13/1120:05IAD - CPT
1 stop31h 25mQatar Airways
Tue 19/1112:35CPT - IAD
1 stop34h 20mQatar Airways
Deal found 30/10R19 446
Mon 2/1222:00DCA - CPT
2 stops31h 10mAmerican Airlines
Thu 12/1220:50CPT - DCA
2 stops26h 58mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 31/10R19 499
Mon 2/1220:13BWI - CPT
2 stops28h 47mAmerican Airlines
Thu 12/1218:45CPT - BWI
1 stop31h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 31/10R19 552
Mon 2/1220:10IAD - CPT
2 stops28h 50mAmerican Airlines
Thu 12/1220:50CPT - IAD
1 stop29h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 31/10R19 552
Mon 18/1120:30BWI - CPT
1 stop32h 40mBritish Airways
Thu 5/1220:50CPT - BWI
1 stop28h 55mBritish Airways
Deal found 30/10R20 470
Sun 8/1221:55IAD - CPT
1 stop31h 15mBritish Airways
Thu 16/122:00CPT - IAD
1 stop24h 35mBritish Airways
Deal found 31/10R21 652
Wed 6/1117:30DCA - CPT
2 stops34h 00mQatar Airways
Wed 13/1112:35CPT - DCA
2 stops35h 56mQatar Airways
Deal found 29/10R24 070
Thu 5/1212:15IAD - CPT
2 stops41h 40mKenya Airways
Mon 9/1214:30CPT - IAD
3 stops29h 25mKenya Airways
Deal found 30/10R24 158

Find flights from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town within your budget

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Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 18/1

12:00-10:45

2 stops39h 45m

R11 170

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 3/3

20:05-10:30

1 stop31h 25m

R11 964

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 5/12

13:30-12:00

1 stop39h 30m

R13 729

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 3/3

20:40-13:45

2 stops34h 05m

R14 152

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 22/3

21:45-14:30

2 stops34h 45m

R14 470

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 3/3

18:50-16:10

Nonstop14h 20m

R19 729

BaltimoreCape Town

BWI - CPT

BWICPT

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 27/1

10:00-19:00

1 stop26h 00m

R19 799

BaltimoreCape Town

BWI - CPT

BWICPT

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 18/1

17:15-7:30

2 stops31h 15m

R19 976

BaltimoreCape Town

BWI - CPT

BWICPT

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 29/1

18:10-10:55

3 stops33h 45m

R12 705

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

DCA - CPT

DCACPT

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 18/1

6:05-13:35

3 stops48h 30m

R25 464

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Travel insights for flights from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on 25 October 2024.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town, you should look to book at least 66 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town (average of R109). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of R146). 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 WAS to CPT?

Find hourly flight availability from Washington, D.C. 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 31 October 2024.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 18% on airfare.

Rainfall in Cape Town by month

Plan your trip to Cape Town by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Cape Town ranges from 20.0 - 100.0 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 100.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Cape Town when rainfall is around 20.0 mm.

Temperature in Cape Town by month

Plan your trip to Cape Town by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Cape Town, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 21.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 12.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Cape Town

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cape Town. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Cape Town. Reviews last updated 31 October 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town, such as Kenya Airways, Air France and Qatar Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8,0
Very Good
8 836 reviews

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

7,9

Comfort

7,9

Food

7,3

Overall

8,0

Crew

8,5

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.

8,0
Very Good
8 836 reviews
8,0
Very Good
8 836 reviews

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

7,9

Comfort

7,9

Food

7,3

Overall

8,0

Crew

8,5

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.

7,8
Good
1 352 reviews
8,0
Very Good
8 836 reviews

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

7,9

Comfort

7,9

Food

7,3

Overall

8,0

Crew

8,5

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.

7,6
Good
1 644 reviews
8,0
Very Good
8 836 reviews

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

7,9

Comfort

7,9

Food

7,3

Overall

8,0

Crew

8,5

Reviews

1 / 10