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Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town from R11 472

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 29/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
WAS — CPT
Sep 2 — Sep 91
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 3 August 2026.

Tue 3/117:00
IAD
-
CPT
3 stops47h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 12/1114:25
CPT
-
IAD
3 stops28h 27m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 29/7R16 728
Mon 19/1018:32
IAD
-
CPT
2 stops45h 38m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 26/1014:25
CPT
-
IAD
3 stops27h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 30/7R16 811
Tue 10/1118:20
IAD
-
CPT
3 stops60h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 16/1114:25
CPT
-
IAD
3 stops34h 03m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/8R16 827
Sun 22/117:00
IAD
-
CPT
3 stops47h 35m
Kenya Airways
Mon 30/1114:25
CPT
-
IAD
3 stops28h 27m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 30/7R17 257
Mon 12/1018:32
IAD
-
CPT
2 stops45h 38m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 26/1014:25
CPT
-
IAD
3 stops33h 08m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 30/7R17 340
Fri 6/117:00
IAD
-
CPT
3 stops47h 35m
Kenya Airways
Sun 22/1114:25
CPT
-
IAD
3 stops34h 03m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 30/7R18 001
Mon 28/918:26
IAD
-
CPT
2 stops45h 44m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 6/1014:25
CPT
-
IAD
3 stops27h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 30/7R18 083
Wed 2/127:00
IAD
-
CPT
3 stops47h 35m
Kenya Airways
Mon 7/1214:25
CPT
-
IAD
3 stops28h 27m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 29/7R18 133
Thu 5/1118:32
IAD
-
CPT
3 stops60h 03m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 10/1114:25
CPT
-
IAD
3 stops28h 27m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/8R18 629
Tue 8/127:00
IAD
-
CPT
3 stops47h 35m
Kenya Airways
Tue 15/1214:25
CPT
-
IAD
3 stops28h 27m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 29/7R18 662
Sat 12/920:45
BWI
-
CPT
2 stops57h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 19/916:35
CPT
-
BWI
3 stops45h 56m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 29/7R23 637
Tue 24/1111:51
BWI
-
CPT
2 stops39h 39m
Qatar Airways
Mon 7/1212:35
CPT
-
BWI
2 stops40h 51m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 29/7R24 546

Find 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 3 August 2026.

Round-trip from

R16 728

One-way from

R11 472

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R25 406
3/11-12/11
  • 3/11-12/11
  • 6 total stops
  • 76h 02m total
  • Washington, D.C. to Cape Town
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29/8
  • 29/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 47h 30m total
  • Washington, D.C. to Cape Town
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (R14 902 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 22/9

21:40-11:50

1 stop32h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 29/9

16:35-19:45

1 stop33h 10m

R21 373

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 18/10

21:40-11:50

1 stop32h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 26/10

17:20-20:25

1 stop33h 05m

R22 050

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 8/11

13:30-12:05

1 stop39h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 14/11

17:20-19:25

1 stop33h 05m

R22 365

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 21/11

10:00-14:35

1 stop21h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 25/11

13:50-8:00

2 stops25h 10m

R22 530

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 2/12

21:20-12:05

1 stop31h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 17/12

14:00-11:45

2 stops28h 45m

R22 811

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 7/1

13:30-14:35

2 stops42h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 18/1

17:20-19:25

1 stop33h 05m

R22 976

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 26/9

13:15-11:50

1 stop40h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 3/10

16:35-11:30

1 stop24h 55m

R23 026

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 4/10

21:40-14:35

2 stops34h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 25/11

14:00-11:45

2 stops28h 45m

R23 637

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 7/9

15:10-19:55

2 stops46h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 17/9

6:05-9:45

2 stops33h 40m

R23 951

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 25/8

15:10-18:35

2 stops45h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 1/9

18:25-9:45

2 stops45h 20m

R26 431

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Best time to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town

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

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town (average of R20 993). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of R31 886). 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 3 August 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. to Cape Town as you normally would.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Washington, D.C. to Cape Town flights typically cost between R20 745 and R29 274 in November.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was R16 728 on Multiple Airlines (Nov 3–Nov 12).

What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town?

Share of one-stop return flights from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.

Amsterdam (AMS) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 50% of one-stop itineraries from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town?

Average return fare for one-stop flights from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same stopover each way.

Istanbul (IST) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of R16 493.

What’s the fastest stopover option from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town?

Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Amsterdam (AMS) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 20h 50m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town?

Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Dubai (DXB) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 1h 25m.

How often are flights from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town delayed?

About 30% of weekly flights between Washington, D.C. and Cape Town have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 169 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Washington, D.C. to Cape Town flights?

Historically, flights departing in the evening are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Saturday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Monday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Washington, D.C. to Cape Town flights?

Over the past year, United Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 30% of flights being delayed.

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

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 22 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.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Washington, D.C. 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.?

    Located just 15,6 km from the city centre, Cape Town Intl is the airport most travellers will use when flying to Cape Town from Washington, D.C.. Booking flights from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town Intl (CPT) should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily inbound flights from Washington, D.C. from 0 different airlines.

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

    Departing from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town will take you 19h 40m. The distance from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town is about 12719 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the most popular routes from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town?

    While some choose either Baltimore/Washington - Cape Town Intl or Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Cape Town Intl, Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Cape Town Intl is the most popular route from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Washington, D.C. 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. to Cape Town?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town (average of R20 993). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of R31 886). 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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