Cheap flights from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. from R10 880

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 12/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — WAS
Aug 23 — Aug 301
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Cape Town Intl to Washington, D.C. are usually found in May or November, booked 74 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

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 18 August 2025.

Round-trip from

R16 329

One-way from

R10 880

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R22 446

Good round-trip deal

R16 915 or less

Good one-way deal

R14 269 or less
Delta
  • Delta
  • 7/9-13/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 39h 43m total
  • Cape Town to Washington, D.C.
12/10
  • 12/10
  • 3 total stops
  • 45h 25m total
  • Cape Town to Washington, D.C.
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 0% potential increase in price (R3 160 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R5 594 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in August 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Cape Town Intl to Washington, D.C. (WAS).
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Cape Town Intl to Washington, D.C. (WAS).

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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 18 August 2025.

Sun 7/920:05CPT - IAD
1 stop24h 26mDelta
Sat 13/912:08IAD - CPT
2 stops23h 42mDelta
Deal found 17/8R16 329
Sun 7/920:05CPT - DCA
2 stops22h 24mDelta
Sat 13/911:10DCA - CPT
2 stops24h 40mDelta
Deal found 17/8R16 329
Mon 8/923:00CPT - IAD
1 stop22h 35mDelta
Mon 15/913:00IAD - CPT
2 stops22h 50mDelta
Deal found 17/8R16 400
Sun 24/820:05CPT - IAD
1 stop24h 26mDelta
Sun 31/817:25IAD - CPT
1 stop21h 45mDelta
Deal found 16/8R16 488
Sat 1/118:00CPT - IAD
1 stop39h 05mDelta
Sat 22/1118:05IAD - CPT
1 stop20h 50mDelta
Deal found 17/8R16 558
Sun 7/920:05CPT - IAD
1 stop24h 26mDelta
Sun 14/917:25IAD - CPT
1 stop21h 45mDelta
Deal found 17/8R16 576
Mon 8/923:00CPT - DCA
2 stops29h 15mDelta
Mon 15/97:59DCA - CPT
1 stop27h 51mDelta
Deal found 17/8R16 646
Mon 8/923:00CPT - IAD
1 stop22h 35mDelta
Sun 14/919:22IAD - CPT
1 stop40h 28mDelta
Deal found 17/8R16 681
Sun 7/920:05CPT - IAD
1 stop21h 18mDelta
Fri 12/919:22IAD - CPT
1 stop40h 28mDelta
Deal found 17/8R16 699
Mon 8/923:00CPT - DCA
2 stops29h 15mDelta
Sun 14/919:30DCA - CPT
1 stop40h 20mDelta
Deal found 17/8R16 857
Fri 5/920:05CPT - BWI
1 stop28h 47mDelta
Fri 12/919:35BWI - CPT
1 stop40h 15mDelta
Deal found 17/8R17 033
Sat 1/118:00CPT - IAD
1 stop39h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sat 22/1112:30IAD - CPT
2 stops35h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/8R17 068

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Fly from

Cape Town

Fly to

Washington, D.C.

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - IAD

CPTIAD

Cape Town Intl

Sun 7/9

20:05-16:30

1 stop26h 25m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 15/9

15:31-17:50

1 stop20h 19m

R16 329

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - IAD

CPTIAD

Cape Town Intl

Sun 7/9

20:05-11:23

1 stop21h 18m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 13/9

17:25-17:50

1 stop18h 25m

R16 329

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - IAD

CPTIAD

Cape Town Intl

Tue 9/9

20:05-11:23

1 stop21h 18m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 15/9

15:31-17:50

1 stop20h 19m

R16 329

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - IAD

CPTIAD

Cape Town Intl

Mon 2/2

21:30-22:57

1 stop32h 27m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 20/2

19:50-19:15

1 stop40h 25m

R16 329

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - DCA

CPTDCA

Cape Town Intl

Sun 7/9

20:05-12:40

1 stop22h 35m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 15/9

12:30-17:50

1 stop23h 20m

R16 329

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - DCA

CPTDCA

Cape Town Intl

Sun 7/9

20:05-11:20

1 stop21h 15m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 13/9

8:00-17:50

1 stop27h 50m

R16 329

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - DCA

CPTDCA

Cape Town Intl

Tue 9/9

20:05-12:40

1 stop22h 35m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 15/9

13:40-17:50

1 stop22h 10m

R16 329

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - DCA

CPTDCA

Cape Town Intl

Sun 7/9

20:05-9:11

1 stop19h 06m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 14/9

22:05-17:50

2 stops37h 45m

R16 329

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - DCA

CPTDCA

Cape Town Intl

Sun 7/9

20:05-9:11

1 stop19h 06m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 12/9

20:40-17:50

1 stop39h 10m

R16 329

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - DCA

CPTDCA

Cape Town Intl

Tue 9/9

20:05-16:20

2 stops26h 15m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 14/9

20:40-17:50

1 stop39h 10m

R16 329

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

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Cheapflights Insights

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 8 August 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 74 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. (average of R815). Flying from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. in August is currently the most expensive (average of R1 262). 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 18 August 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 evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 28% 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 Wednesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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

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 28% 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 547.

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 22m.

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 Atlanta (ATL) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 1h 55m.

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 18 August 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.

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,8

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,8

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,8

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,8

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,8

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,8

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.

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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 6 different airlines.

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

    Airlines like Delta fly from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. in about 26h 25m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . The distance between Cape Town and Washington, D.C. is about 12756 km.

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

    According to our current data, Ethiopian Air (R14 608), KLM (R15 539), and United Airlines (R16 571) 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.?

  • 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 R39 942, our data indicates the cheapest price to be R12 242. The most popular route (Cape Town Intl - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl), is priced around R16 294.

  • 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 R815). Flying from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. in August is currently the most expensive (average of R1 262). 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 6 airlines flying from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR14 534AverageR15 772FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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KLMCheapestR15 539AverageR20 134FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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United AirlinesCheapestR16 310AverageR25 092FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR17 267AverageR19 168FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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British AirwaysCheapestR17 478AverageR20 205FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR18 103AverageR19 651FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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