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

Airlines like Virgin Atlantic, United Airlines, and British Airways fly from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. in about 15h 55m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 13h 38m. The distance between Cape Town and Washington, D.C. is about 12756 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

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

According to our current data, Qatar Airways (R10 917), KLM (R15 262), and Ethiopian Air (R15 270) offers the cheapest pricing from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.. Qatar Airways is 45% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Washington, D.C. ranges from 66.0 - 102.0 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 102.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Washington, D.C. when rainfall is around 66.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Washington, D.C., use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 27.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 2.0 C).

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

The most popular flight routes from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. are Cape Town Intl - Baltimore/Washington, Cape Town Intl - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National and Cape Town Intl - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl.

What are the cheapest flights from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.?

Looking for the cheapest flight from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.? While on average our users pay R35 532, our data indicates the cheapest price to be R14 812. The most popular route (Cape Town Intl - Baltimore/Washington), is priced around R17 120.

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.?

Consider United Airlines, Ethiopian Air or KLM when booking your flight. These represent the most popular airlines when flying from Cape Town to Washington, D.C..

What airport do you fly from for flights from Cape Town to 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 Washington, D.C. from Cape Town. Booking flights from Cape Town Intl (CPT) to Washington, D.C. should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily outbound flights to Washington, D.C. from 4 different airlines.

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

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

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

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

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

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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 30 October 2026.

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Round-trip from	R15 442
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Average price	R19 148
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14:00-19:25

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Cape TownWashington, D.C.

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Cape TownWashington, D.C.

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Cape TownWashington, D.C.

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Cape TownWashington, D.C.

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Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT Cape Town Intl - IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. (average of R17 220). Flying from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. in May is currently the most expensive (average of R22 207). 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 WAS?

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

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

Dubai (DXB) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 24% of one-stop itineraries from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. on Cheapflights.

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

Atlanta (ATL) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of R14 417.

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

Flights via Newark (EWR) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 19h 56m.

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

Flights via Dubai (DXB) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 1h 36m.

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

About 6% of weekly flights between Cape Town and Washington, D.C. have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 178 minutes.

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

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

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

Over the past year, United Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 6% of flights being delayed.

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

The price you pay for your flight from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 27 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

Reviews of airlines servicing Washington, D.C.

Read reviews from past customers who have flown with KLM,Qatar Airways, andUnited Airlines from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

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7,8

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1 595 reviews

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Kushal,Sept 2026

QRO - ATL

It was a nice one. Crew were friendly and helpful.

KLM

7,8

Good

1 595 reviews

KLM

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1 / 20

8,0

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Kushal,Sept 2026

QRO - ATL

It was a nice one. Crew were friendly and helpful.

Qatar Airways

7,3

Good

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KLM

7,8

Good

1 595 reviews

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8,0

Excellent

Kushal,Sept 2026

QRO - ATL

It was a nice one. Crew were friendly and helpful.

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7,3

Good

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Good

1 595 reviews

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1 / 20

8,0

Excellent

Kushal,Sept 2026

QRO - ATL

It was a nice one. Crew were friendly and helpful.

Ethiopian Air

7,1

Good

1 042 reviews

KLM

7,8

Good

1 595 reviews

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1 / 20

8,0

Excellent

Kushal,Sept 2026

QRO - ATL

It was a nice one. Crew were friendly and helpful.

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What airport do you fly from for flights from Cape Town to 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 Washington, D.C. from Cape Town. Booking flights from Cape Town Intl (CPT) to Washington, D.C. should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily outbound flights to Washington, D.C. from 4 different airlines.
How long is the flight from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.?
Airlines like Virgin Atlantic, United Airlines, and British Airways fly from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. in about 15h 55m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 13h 38m. The distance between Cape Town and Washington, D.C. is about 12756 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. round-trip?
According to our current data, Qatar Airways (R10 917), KLM (R15 262), and Ethiopian Air (R15 270) offers the cheapest pricing from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.. Qatar Airways is 45% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.
What are the most popular routes from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.?
The most popular flight routes from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. are Cape Town Intl - Baltimore/Washington, Cape Town Intl - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National and Cape Town Intl - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl.
What are the cheapest flights from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.?
Looking for the cheapest flight from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.? While on average our users pay R35 532, our data indicates the cheapest price to be R14 812. The most popular route (Cape Town Intl - Baltimore/Washington), is priced around R17 120.
Can I find deals for flights from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Cape Town to Washington, D.C. flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Cape Town to Washington, D.C..
Can I find deals for business class flights from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. 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.?
Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. (average of R17 220). Flying from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. in May is currently the most expensive (average of R22 207). 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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Qatar Airways	CheapestR10 917	AverageR18 844	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time68%	Search Qatar Airways flights
KLM	CheapestR15 262	AverageR18 711	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search KLM flights
Ethiopian Air	CheapestR15 270	AverageR17 471	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time72%	Search Ethiopian Air flights
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What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CPT to WAS?

Find hourly flight availability from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 30 October 2026.

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

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

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

Dubai (DXB) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 24% of one-stop itineraries from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. on Cheapflights.

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

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

Atlanta (ATL) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of R14 417.

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

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

Flights via Newark (EWR) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 19h 56m.

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

Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from Cape Town to Washington, D.C., 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 36m.

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

About 6% of weekly flights between Cape Town and Washington, D.C. have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 178 minutes.

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

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

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

Over the past year, United Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 6% of flights being delayed.

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

The price you pay for your flight from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 27 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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