Cheap flights from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. from R10 751
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 15/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — WAS
Dec 3 — Dec 101
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Cape Town Intl to Washington, D.C. are usually found in October or May, booked 77 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Saturday and return on a Tuesday
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Cheapest flights from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.
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 3 November 2025.
Fri 7/1121:30CPT - IAD
1 stop19h 41mVirgin Atlantic
Sat 22/1117:59IAD - CPT
1 stop18h 16mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 3/11R14 318
Fri 7/1121:30CPT - DCA
1 stop26h 50mVirgin Atlantic
Sat 22/1118:26DCA - CPT
1 stop17h 49mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 3/11R14 733
Sun 2/1121:30CPT - IAD
1 stop26h 27mVirgin Atlantic
Mon 17/1117:59IAD - CPT
1 stop18h 16mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 1/11R14 889
Sun 2/1121:30CPT - DCA
1 stop30h 03mVirgin Atlantic
Mon 17/1118:26DCA - CPT
1 stop17h 49mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 1/11R14 889
Sun 2/1113:50CPT - IAD
2 stops25h 10mEthiopian Air
Mon 17/1110:00IAD - CPT
1 stop21h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 1/11R15 287
Fri 7/1114:35CPT - IAD
2 stops24h 25mEthiopian Air
Sat 22/1110:00IAD - CPT
1 stop21h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 3/11R15 495
Sun 2/1121:30CPT - DCA
2 stops28h 29mDelta
Mon 17/1116:10DCA - CPT
1 stop20h 05mDelta
Deal found 1/11R16 032
Wed 24/1223:45CPT - IAD
1 stop23h 20mDelta
Mon 9/215:42IAD - CPT
1 stop20h 33mDelta
Deal found 3/11R16 101
Fri 7/1121:30CPT - BWI
1 stop22h 06mDelta
Sat 22/1118:25BWI - CPT
1 stop17h 50mDelta
Deal found 3/11R16 655
Thu 4/1221:30CPT - BWI
2 stops32h 33mDelta
Thu 15/18:45BWI - CPT
1 stop27h 30mDelta
Deal found 2/11R16 724
Thu 4/1221:30CPT - IAD
1 stop30h 59mDelta
Thu 15/112:09IAD - CPT
1 stop24h 06mDelta
Deal found 2/11R16 880
Sat 20/127:55CPT - IAD
1 stop39h 40mKLM
Thu 14/517:50IAD - CPT
1 stop21h 35mKLM
Deal found 2/11R17 001
Best flights from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 3 November 2025.
Wed 24/1223:45CPT - IAD
1 stop23h 20mDelta
Mon 9/212:40IAD - CPT
1 stop23h 35mDelta
Deal found 1/11R16 101
Fri 13/218:55CPT - BWI
1 stop30h 50mBritish Airways
Tue 17/220:35BWI - CPT
2 stops54h 10mBritish Airways
Deal found 31/10R18 646
Thu 12/220:50CPT - DCA
1 stop19h 39mUnited Airlines
Mon 16/216:10DCA - CPT
2 stops37h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 31/10R18 750
Thu 4/1221:30CPT - BWI
2 stops32h 33mDelta
Thu 15/18:45BWI - CPT
1 stop27h 30mDelta
Deal found 2/11R16 724
Thu 4/1221:30CPT - IAD
1 stop24h 10mDelta
Thu 15/112:09IAD - CPT
1 stop24h 06mDelta
Deal found 1/11R16 880
Thu 4/1221:30CPT - DCA
2 stops26h 06mDelta
Thu 15/19:00DCA - CPT
1 stop27h 15mDelta
Deal found 1/11R17 832
Thu 12/222:10CPT - DCA
2 stops32h 40mBritish Airways
Mon 16/216:00DCA - CPT
2 stops33h 05mBritish Airways
Deal found 31/10R22 039
Fri 19/1221:30CPT - DCA
1 stop22h 27mDelta
Sun 4/17:00DCA - CPT
1 stop29h 15mDelta
Deal found 1/11R25 086
Direct flights from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.
Explore direct flight options from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 3 November 2025.
Sun 5/420:00CPT - IAD
Nonstop15h 55mUnited Airlines
Sat 25/418:50IAD - CPT
Nonstop14h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/11R25 294
Sun 30/1120:50CPT - IAD
Nonstop16h 10mUnited Airlines
Thu 11/1218:45IAD - CPT
Nonstop14h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/11R131 144
Last-minute flights from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.. Data last updated 3 November 2025 and is based on user searches.
Sun 2/1121:30CPT - IAD
1 stop26h 27mVirgin Atlantic
Mon 17/1117:59IAD - CPT
1 stop18h 16mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 1/11R14 889
Sun 2/1121:30CPT - DCA
1 stop30h 03mVirgin Atlantic
Mon 17/1118:26DCA - CPT
1 stop17h 49mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 1/11R14 889
Sun 2/1113:50CPT - IAD
2 stops25h 10mEthiopian Air
Mon 17/1110:00IAD - CPT
1 stop21h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 1/11R15 287
Sun 2/1121:30CPT - DCA
2 stops28h 29mDelta
Mon 17/1116:10DCA - CPT
1 stop20h 05mDelta
Deal found 1/11R16 032
Sun 2/1120:50CPT - IAD
Nonstop16h 10mUnited Airlines
Mon 17/1118:45IAD - CPT
Nonstop14h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/11R17 624
Sun 2/1110:00CPT - IAD
3 stops29h 00mMultiple Airlines
Mon 17/1110:00IAD - CPT
2 stops29h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/11R21 433
Sun 2/1123:45CPT - BWI
2 stops29h 24mKLM
Mon 17/1114:35BWI - CPT
2 stops24h 20mKLM
Deal found 1/11R22 455
Fri 7/1121:30CPT - DCA
1 stop26h 50mVirgin Atlantic
Sat 22/1118:26DCA - CPT
1 stop17h 49mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 3/11R14 733
Fri 7/1121:30CPT - BWI
1 stop22h 06mDelta
Sat 22/1118:25BWI - CPT
1 stop17h 50mDelta
Deal found 3/11R16 655
Fri 7/118:00CPT - DCA
2 stops39h 44mKLM
Sat 22/1118:26DCA - CPT
2 stops28h 24mKLM
Deal found 3/11R21 624
Fri 7/1120:50CPT - BWI
1 stop28h 55mBritish Airways
Sat 22/1120:21BWI - CPT
2 stops28h 44mBritish Airways
Deal found 3/11R27 406
Fri 7/1114:35CPT - BWI
3 stops35h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sat 22/1119:40BWI - CPT
3 stops33h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/11R58 049
One-way flights from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.
Search for one-way flight options from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 3 November 2025.
Wed 15/416:40CPT - IAD
1 stop24h 55mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 2/11R10 751
Thu 27/1117:15CPT - IAD
1 stop25h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 2/11R10 855
Thu 15/117:15CPT - IAD
1 stop25h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 31/10R11 167
Mon 17/1117:15CPT - IAD
1 stop25h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 2/11R11 340
Fri 16/117:15CPT - IAD
1 stop33h 05mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 31/10R12 223
Wed 14/16:00CPT - IAD
3 stops36h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 31/10R12 257
Thu 15/119:40CPT - IAD
3 stops54h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 31/10R12 292
Fri 16/112:35CPT - IAD
3 stops59h 08mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 31/10R12 396
Fri 16/118:55CPT - BWI
3 stops53h 52mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 31/10R12 396
Mon 17/1114:00CPT - IAD
2 stops28h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/11R12 534
Sat 17/117:15CPT - IAD
1 stop25h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 31/10R12 846
Wed 14/118:30CPT - BWI
3 stops44h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 31/10R12 898
Cheap flight deals from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cape Town (CPT) to Washington, D.C. (WAS). 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 November 2025.
Customise your flight search to find flights from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 3 November 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. that are best for you.
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Route
Depart
Return
Price
Cape TownWashington, D.C.
CPT - IAD
CPTIAD
Cape Town Intl
Wed 24/12
23:45-16:05
1 stop23h 20m
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Mon 9/2
12:40-19:15
1 stop23h 35m
R16 101
Cape TownBaltimore
CPT - BWI
CPTBWI
Cape Town Intl
Thu 4/12
21:30-23:03
2 stops32h 33m
Baltimore/Washington
Thu 15/1
8:45-19:15
1 stop27h 30m
R16 724
Cape TownWashington, D.C.
CPT - IAD
CPTIAD
Cape Town Intl
Thu 4/12
21:30-14:40
1 stop24h 10m
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Thu 15/1
12:09-19:15
1 stop24h 06m
R16 880
Cape TownWashington, D.C.
CPT - DCA
CPTDCA
Cape Town Intl
Thu 4/12
21:30-16:36
2 stops26h 06m
Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
Thu 15/1
9:00-19:15
1 stop27h 15m
R17 832
Cape TownBaltimore
CPT - BWI
CPTBWI
Cape Town Intl
Fri 13/2
18:55-18:45
1 stop30h 50m
Baltimore/Washington
Tue 17/2
20:35-9:45
2 stops54h 10m
R18 646
Cape TownWashington, D.C.
CPT - DCA
CPTDCA
Cape Town Intl
Thu 12/2
20:50-9:29
1 stop19h 39m
Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
Mon 16/2
16:10-12:40
2 stops37h 30m
R18 750
Cape TownWashington, D.C.
CPT - DCA
CPTDCA
Cape Town Intl
Thu 12/2
22:10-23:50
2 stops32h 40m
Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
Mon 16/2
16:00-8:05
2 stops33h 05m
R22 039
Cape TownWashington, D.C.
CPT - DCA
CPTDCA
Cape Town Intl
Fri 19/12
21:30-12:57
1 stop22h 27m
Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
Sun 4/1
7:00-19:15
1 stop29h 15m
R25 086
Cape TownWashington, D.C.
CPT - IAD
CPTIAD
Cape Town Intl
Wed 15/4
16:40-11:35
1 stop24h 55m
R10 751
Cape TownWashington, D.C.
CPT - IAD
CPTIAD
Cape Town Intl
Wed 14/1
17:15-19:20
1 stop33h 05m
R10 855
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Best time to book a flight from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.
How far ahead should I book a flight from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on 31 October 2025.
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 77 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.?
Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. (average of R14 543). Flying from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. in June is currently the most expensive (average of R16 187). 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?
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 3 November 2025.
One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight at midday could potentially save you up to 19% on airfare.
What is the cheapest day to fly from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.
Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Cape Town to Washington, D.C. flight should consider departing on Monday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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.
Amsterdam (AMS) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 27% 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 R15 313.
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: 18h 31m.
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 Newark (EWR) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 1h 39m.
Reviews of airlines servicing Washington, D.C.
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Washington, D.C.. 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 Washington, D.C.. Reviews last updated 3 November 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with KLM, United Airlines, andTurkish 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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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 7 different airlines.
How long is the flight from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.?
Airlines like Delta and British Airways fly from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. in about 23h 20m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 7h 30m. 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, Ethiopian Air (R14 473), Virgin Atlantic (R15 058), and KLM (R15 598) offers the cheapest pricing from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.. Ethiopian Air is 25% 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 - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl, Cape Town Intl - Baltimore/Washington and Cape Town Intl - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National.
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 R40 832, our data indicates the cheapest price to be R9 058. The most popular route (Cape Town Intl - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl), is priced around R14 889.
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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. (average of R14 543). Flying from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. in June is currently the most expensive (average of R16 187). 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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Top 7 airlines flying from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.
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