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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport from R9 049

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 30/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — IAD
Mar 27 — Apr 31
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Cape Town Intl to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl are usually found in September or February, booked 38 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Monday and return on a Tuesday

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Cheapest flights from Cape Town to Dulles Intl
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cape Town to Dulles Intl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 25 February 2026.

Tue 3/313:50
CPT
-
IAD
2 stops25h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 10/311:00
IAD
-
CPT
1 stop20h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 24/2R13 861
Wed 9/913:50
CPT
-
IAD
2 stops25h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 14/910:55
IAD
-
CPT
1 stop21h 40m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 23/2R14 453
Wed 18/314:35
CPT
-
IAD
2 stops24h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 23/311:00
IAD
-
CPT
1 stop21h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 21/2R14 853
Tue 3/321:30
CPT
-
IAD
1 stop28h 07m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 10/323:20
IAD
-
CPT
1 stop30h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 24/2R14 885
Tue 28/413:50
CPT
-
IAD
2 stops25h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 12/510:55
IAD
-
CPT
1 stop21h 40m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 21/2R14 933
Tue 28/420:05
CPT
-
IAD
1 stop21h 37m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 15/522:55
IAD
-
CPT
2 stops32h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/2R15 108
Sun 1/38:00
CPT
-
IAD
1 stop39h 05m
Delta
Sat 14/310:53
IAD
-
CPT
1 stop26h 22m
Delta
Deal found 22/2R15 124
Tue 28/420:05
CPT
-
IAD
2 stops28h 03m
Delta
Sat 16/517:40
IAD
-
CPT
1 stop30h 10m
Delta
Deal found 21/2R15 172
Mon 20/423:15
CPT
-
IAD
1 stop22h 20m
KLM
Mon 27/422:55
IAD
-
CPT
2 stops24h 55m
KLM
Deal found 23/2R15 188
Mon 20/423:15
CPT
-
IAD
1 stop22h 20m
Delta
Tue 28/417:40
IAD
-
CPT
1 stop21h 45m
Delta
Deal found 23/2R15 204
Wed 29/423:15
CPT
-
IAD
1 stop22h 20m
Delta
Thu 14/512:58
IAD
-
CPT
2 stops26h 27m
Delta
Deal found 21/2R15 236
Mon 20/423:15
CPT
-
IAD
2 stops42h 50m
Delta
Wed 29/418:50
IAD
-
CPT
2 stops41h 00m
Delta
Deal found 23/2R15 252

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cape Town (CPT) to Dulles Intl (IAD). 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 25 February 2026.

Round-trip from

R14 565

One-way from

R9 049

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

September

Average price

R16 371

Good round-trip deal

R15 599 or less

Good one-way deal

R15 309 or less
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 21/3-13/4
  • 3 total stops
  • 46h 50m total
  • Cape Town to Washington, D.C.
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30/4
  • 30/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 41h 36m total
  • Cape Town to Washington, D.C.
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R24 610 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R5 975 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport that are best for you.

Fly from

Cape Town

Fly to

Dulles Intl

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - IAD

CPTIAD

Cape Town Intl

Tue 7/4

20:25-20:55

1 stop30h 30m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 14/4

22:55-7:05

1 stop26h 10m

R15 940

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - IAD

CPTIAD

Cape Town Intl

Fri 1/5

13:50-8:55

2 stops25h 05m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 5/5

10:55-14:35

1 stop21h 40m

R16 419

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - IAD

CPTIAD

Cape Town Intl

Fri 10/4

20:25-20:55

1 stop30h 30m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 17/4

22:55-7:05

1 stop26h 10m

R16 867

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - IAD

CPTIAD

Cape Town Intl

Fri 1/5

20:00-5:55

Nonstop15h 55m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 5/5

22:05-9:30

1 stop29h 25m

R16 995

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - IAD

CPTIAD

Cape Town Intl

Fri 1/5

16:35-11:35

1 stop25h 00m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 5/5

13:20-11:50

1 stop40h 30m

R17 059

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - IAD

CPTIAD

Cape Town Intl

Mon 9/3

14:35-9:00

2 stops24h 25m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 12/3

11:00-13:45

1 stop20h 45m

R18 434

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - IAD

CPTIAD

Cape Town Intl

Thu 4/6

13:15-8:40

1 stop25h 25m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 15/7

10:55-18:05

1 stop25h 10m

R24 637

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - IAD

CPTIAD

Cape Town Intl

Tue 7/4

5:45-8:40

2 stops32h 55m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 14/4

20:30-11:30

3 stops33h 00m

R25 165

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - IAD

CPTIAD

Cape Town Intl

Tue 28/4

15:30-5:20

3 stops43h 50m

R13 110

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - IAD

CPTIAD

Cape Town Intl

Thu 26/3

18:55-15:45

3 stops50h 50m

R13 190

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Best time to book a flight from Cape Town to Dulles Intl

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Cape Town to Dulles Intl. Price data was last updated on 20 February 2026.

The best time to book flights from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport is 37 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (average of R13 797). Flying from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of R16 419). 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 CPT to IAD?

Find hourly flight availability from Cape Town to Dulles Intl. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 25 February 2026.

When flying from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Reviews of airlines servicing Dulles Intl

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Dulles Intl. 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 Dulles Intl. Reviews last updated 25 February 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with KLM, Virgin Atlantic, andUnited Airlines from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7,7
Good
1 460 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
KLM
7,7
Good
1 460 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 460 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
Virgin Atlantic
7,5
Good
679 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 460 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 346 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 460 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
962 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 460 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas

Related info for your journey

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

    For a flight from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl, you will be flying from Cape Town Intl. Cape Town Intl (CPT) is just 15,6 km from the centre of the city. Cape Town Intl is the only Cape Town airport and it handles 0 outbound flights to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl per day. 4 airlines have flights to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl from Cape Town Intl on a regular basis.

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

    For as low as R16 995, Delta can have you in Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport from Cape Town in 15h 55m. Cape Town and Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport are separated by a distance of 12756 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport is Ethiopian Air. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as R13 092 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Virgin Atlantic and KLM, starting at R13 867 and R14 813 round-trip. You may be able to fly from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport for 26% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    The cheapest flight price from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport is R13 443. On average you can expect to pay R37 990. The most popular route, (Cape Town Intl - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl), can usually be booked for R15 204.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (average of R13 797). Flying from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of R16 419). 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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Fly from Cape Town to Dulles Intl on these airlines

Choose from the following airlines for your flight from Cape Town to Dulles Intl. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 25 February 2026.
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Top 4 airlines flying from Cape Town to Dulles Intl

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Cape Town to Dulles Intl. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 25 February 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR13 092AverageR15 150FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR13 867AverageR16 369FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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KLMCheapestR14 813AverageR17 517FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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United AirlinesCheapestR16 069AverageR18 520FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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