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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. from R10 827

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 16/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — WAS
Jul 6 — Jul 131
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 Tuesday

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 1 July 2025.

Round-trip from

R16 506

One-way from

R10 827

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R19 222

Good round-trip deal

R17 826 or less

Good one-way deal

R17 708 or less
Delta
  • Delta
  • 20/7-4/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 64h 19m total
  • Cape Town to Washington, D.C.
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 16/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 33h 10m total
  • Cape Town to Washington, D.C.
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 0% potential increase in price (R1 211 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R5 551 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 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 1 July 2025.

Sun 20/720:05CPT - IAD
1 stop34h 29mDelta
Mon 4/86:00IAD - CPT
1 stop29h 50mDelta
Deal found 30/6R16 506
Sun 20/720:05CPT - DCA
1 stop29h 39mDelta
Mon 4/89:39DCA - CPT
2 stops26h 11mDelta
Deal found 30/6R16 506
Thu 10/723:15CPT - IAD
1 stop22h 20mKLM
Tue 17/318:35IAD - CPT
1 stop21h 20mKLM
Deal found 29/6R16 737
Sun 5/1013:50CPT - IAD
2 stops25h 05mEthiopian Air
Wed 15/1010:55IAD - CPT
1 stop21h 40mEthiopian Air
Deal found 29/6R16 896
Tue 8/723:15CPT - BWI
2 stops27h 33mKLM
Tue 17/214:10BWI - CPT
2 stops24h 45mKLM
Deal found 1/7R17 713
Sun 5/1016:35CPT - IAD
1 stop33h 10mTurkish Airlines
Wed 15/1013:30IAD - CPT
1 stop40h 20mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 29/6R17 731
Thu 10/719:50CPT - DCA
1 stop18h 32mUnited Airlines
Tue 17/316:30DCA - CPT
1 stop18h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 29/6R18 210
Tue 29/720:00CPT - IAD
Nonstop15h 40mUnited Airlines
Mon 11/818:30IAD - CPT
Nonstop14h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/7R18 281
Tue 12/818:55CPT - IAD
1 stop31h 15mBritish Airways
Tue 19/819:25IAD - CPT
1 stop33h 35mBritish Airways
Deal found 29/6R18 476
Mon 11/818:55CPT - BWI
2 stops29h 08mBritish Airways
Mon 18/821:20BWI - CPT
1 stop31h 40mBritish Airways
Deal found 30/6R18 813
Mon 11/818:55CPT - IAD
2 stops29h 57mAmerican Airlines
Mon 18/819:25IAD - CPT
2 stops33h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 30/6R18 902
Sun 13/720:05CPT - BWI
1 stop34h 49mDelta
Mon 28/76:53BWI - CPT
1 stop28h 57mDelta
Deal found 29/6R19 062

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Cape Town

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Washington, D.C.

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - IAD

CPTIAD

Cape Town Intl

Sun 20/7

20:05-0:34

1 stop34h 29m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 4/8

6:00-17:50

1 stop29h 50m

R16 506

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - DCA

CPTDCA

Cape Town Intl

Sun 20/7

20:05-19:44

1 stop29h 39m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 4/8

9:39-17:50

2 stops26h 11m

R16 506

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - IAD

CPTIAD

Cape Town Intl

Sun 5/10

13:50-8:55

2 stops25h 05m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 15/10

10:55-14:35

1 stop21h 40m

R16 896

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - IAD

CPTIAD

Cape Town Intl

Sun 13/7

23:15-19:51

2 stops26h 36m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 28/7

17:25-21:25

1 stop22h 00m

R17 180

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - IAD

CPTIAD

Cape Town Intl

Sun 5/10

16:35-19:45

1 stop33h 10m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 15/10

13:30-11:50

1 stop40h 20m

R17 731

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - IAD

CPTIAD

Cape Town Intl

Tue 29/7

20:00-5:40

Nonstop15h 40m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 11/8

18:30-15:20

Nonstop14h 50m

R18 281

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - IAD

CPTIAD

Cape Town Intl

Tue 12/8

18:55-20:10

1 stop31h 15m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 19/8

19:25-11:00

1 stop33h 35m

R18 476

Cape TownBaltimore

CPT - BWI

CPTBWI

Cape Town Intl

Mon 11/8

18:55-18:03

2 stops29h 08m

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 18/8

21:20-11:00

1 stop31h 40m

R18 813

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - IAD

CPTIAD

Cape Town Intl

Mon 11/8

18:55-18:52

2 stops29h 57m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 18/8

19:25-11:00

2 stops33h 35m

R18 902

Cape TownBaltimore

CPT - BWI

CPTBWI

Cape Town Intl

Sun 13/7

20:05-0:54

1 stop34h 49m

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 28/7

6:53-17:50

1 stop28h 57m

R19 062

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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 27 June 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 264). 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 1 July 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 29% 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 23 June 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.?

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 1 July 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, Singapore Airlines, andDelta 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.

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

Related info for your journey

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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.

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

    According to our current data, Delta (R16 506), Ethiopian Air (R16 896), and KLM (R17 180) offers the cheapest pricing from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.. Delta is 17% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. one-way?

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. are Turkish Airlines (R10 827), Qatar Airways (R11 891), and Delta (R14 518).

  • 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 R44 873, our data indicates the cheapest price to be R12 144. The most popular route (Cape Town Intl - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl), is priced around R16 506.

  • 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 264). 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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United AirlinesCheapestR11 262AverageR25 126FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR14 675AverageR15 925FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR15 304AverageR18 962FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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KLMCheapestR15 650AverageR20 963FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR17 435AverageR19 379FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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British AirwaysCheapestR17 648AverageR21 315FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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