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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport from R10 622

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 18/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — IAD
Aug 12 — Aug 191
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 February or September, booked 2 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Monday

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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 13 July 2026.

Wed 7/1013:50
CPT
-
IAD
2 stops25h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 21/1010:55
IAD
-
CPT
1 stop21h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 12/7R15 290
Sun 8/1113:50
CPT
-
IAD
2 stops25h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 12/1110:00
IAD
-
CPT
1 stop21h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 8/7R15 583
Tue 6/1013:50
CPT
-
IAD
2 stops25h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 20/1010:55
IAD
-
CPT
1 stop21h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 12/7R15 746
Thu 8/1013:50
CPT
-
IAD
2 stops25h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 22/1010:55
IAD
-
CPT
1 stop21h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 12/7R16 917
Sun 9/820:05
CPT
-
IAD
1 stop19h 15m
Virgin Atlantic
Sat 15/817:47
IAD
-
CPT
1 stop18h 03m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 9/7R17 129
Sun 12/720:05
CPT
-
IAD
1 stop28h 25m
Virgin Atlantic
Mon 27/78:27
IAD
-
CPT
1 stop27h 23m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 8/7R17 226
Fri 17/720:05
CPT
-
IAD
1 stop19h 55m
Virgin Atlantic
Thu 30/712:37
IAD
-
CPT
1 stop23h 13m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 11/7R17 242
Mon 24/823:00
CPT
-
IAD
1 stop22h 35m
KLM
Mon 31/822:55
IAD
-
CPT
2 stops24h 55m
KLM
Deal found 10/7R17 405
Tue 28/723:15
CPT
-
IAD
1 stop22h 20m
KLM
Tue 18/817:40
IAD
-
CPT
1 stop21h 45m
KLM
Deal found 12/7R17 454

Find flight deals from Cape Town to Dulles Intl

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 13 July 2026.

Round-trip from

R15 290

One-way from

R10 622

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R19 861

Good round-trip deal

R16 598 or less
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 7/10-21/10
  • 3 total stops
  • 46h 20m total
  • Cape Town to Washington, D.C.
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18/8
  • 18/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 39h 37m total
  • Cape Town to Washington, D.C.
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (R20 923 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (R11 886 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - IAD

CPTIAD

Cape Town Intl

Mon 24/8

23:00-15:35

1 stop22h 35m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 31/8

22:55-5:50

2 stops24h 55m

R17 405

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - IAD

CPTIAD

Cape Town Intl

Fri 24/7

23:15-23:20

2 stops30h 05m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 29/8

17:40-5:50

1 stop30h 10m

R17 617
Fastest return journey

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - IAD

CPTIAD

Cape Town Intl

Fri 24/7

20:00-5:30

Nonstop15h 30m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 5/8

8:25-17:10

1 stop26h 45m

R17 942

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - IAD

CPTIAD

Cape Town Intl

Wed 25/11

20:50-22:57

1 stop33h 07m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 29/11

8:37-18:00

1 stop26h 23m

R18 072

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - IAD

CPTIAD

Cape Town Intl

Mon 5/10

16:35-11:35

1 stop25h 00m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 21/10

13:20-11:50

1 stop40h 30m

R19 032

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - IAD

CPTIAD

Cape Town Intl

Thu 27/8

19:50-22:59

1 stop33h 09m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 3/9

12:35-17:20

2 stops46h 45m

R19 081

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - IAD

CPTIAD

Cape Town Intl

Thu 8/10

16:35-11:35

1 stop25h 00m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 24/10

22:20-23:00

1 stop42h 40m

R19 276

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - IAD

CPTIAD

Cape Town Intl

Mon 5/10

14:00-11:35

2 stops27h 35m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 24/10

22:20-23:00

1 stop42h 40m

R20 203

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - IAD

CPTIAD

Cape Town Intl

Fri 7/8

23:15-19:35

2 stops26h 20m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 14/8

17:40-21:25

1 stop21h 45m

R20 788

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - IAD

CPTIAD

Cape Town Intl

Wed 25/11

13:50-8:00

2 stops25h 10m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 29/11

10:00-14:35

1 stop21h 35m

R22 692

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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?

The best time to book flights from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport is 1 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (average of R16 673). Flying from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport in January is currently the most expensive (average of R27 490). 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 13 July 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.

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

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 13 July 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with KLM,United Airlines, andQatar Airways 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
7,8
Good
1 538 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,2

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
KLM
7,8
Good
1 538 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 538 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,2

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 985 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 538 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,2

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
Qatar Airways
7,3
Good
3 743 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 538 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,2

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
1 010 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 538 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,2

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Cape Town to Dulles Intl. 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 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 R17 942, KLM can have you in Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport from Cape Town in 15h 30m. 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 Qatar Airways. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as R10 684 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Ethiopian Air and KLM, starting at R14 723 and R15 014 round-trip. You may be able to fly from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport for 45% 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 R14 501. On average you can expect to pay R17 943. The most popular route, (Cape Town Intl - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl), can usually be booked for R15 697.

  • 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (average of R16 673). Flying from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport in January is currently the most expensive (average of R27 490). 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 13 July 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 13 July 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qatar AirwaysCheapestR10 684AverageR18 333FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR14 723AverageR16 995FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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KLMCheapestR15 014AverageR17 940FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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United AirlinesCheapestR16 540AverageR17 932FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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