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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. from R11 195

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 17/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — WAS
May 23 — May 301
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Cape Town Intl to Washington, D.C. are usually found in November or February, booked 85 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 18 May 2025.

Round-trip from

R17 973

One-way from

R11 195

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R18 424

Good round-trip deal

R19 905 or less

Good one-way deal

R18 133 or less
KLM
  • KLM
  • 31/5-8/6
  • 3 total stops
  • 57h 00m total
  • Cape Town to Washington, D.C.
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 17/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 25h 10m total
  • Cape Town to Washington, D.C.
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (R26 681 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R5 191 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in May 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 May 2025.

Sun 18/523:15CPT - IAD
1 stop22h 20mDelta
Sun 25/513:00IAD - CPT
2 stops26h 10mDelta
Deal found 18/5R16 603
Sun 18/523:15CPT - IAD
2 stops26h 00mKLM
Sun 25/512:20IAD - CPT
2 stops26h 50mKLM
Deal found 18/5R17 396
Sat 31/514:00CPT - IAD
2 stops35h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sun 8/617:25IAD - CPT
1 stop21h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/5R17 973
Fri 23/520:00CPT - IAD
Nonstop15h 40mUnited Airlines
Fri 30/515:40IAD - CPT
1 stop19h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 18/5R18 207
Sat 31/514:00CPT - IAD
2 stops35h 15mAir France
Sun 8/621:20IAD - CPT
2 stops42h 05mAir France
Deal found 17/5R18 730
Sun 28/97:00CPT - IAD
2 stops43h 10mBritish Airways
Sat 11/1022:50IAD - CPT
2 stops36h 30mBritish Airways
Deal found 18/5R19 451
Wed 11/618:55CPT - BWI
1 stop30h 40mBritish Airways
Fri 20/621:20BWI - CPT
2 stops35h 15mBritish Airways
Deal found 17/5R19 686
Fri 23/518:05CPT - BWI
2 stops45h 58mUnited Airlines
Fri 30/511:19BWI - CPT
2 stops23h 51mUnited Airlines
Deal found 18/5R21 038
Fri 23/523:15CPT - DCA
2 stops28h 26mKLM
Fri 30/519:54DCA - CPT
2 stops43h 31mKLM
Deal found 18/5R21 543
Sun 28/915:25CPT - IAD
2 stops47h 30mEthiopian Air
Sat 11/1010:55IAD - CPT
1 stop21h 40mEthiopian Air
Deal found 18/5R21 561
Wed 11/615:20CPT - BWI
3 stops36h 22mMultiple Airlines
Fri 20/66:40BWI - CPT
2 stops28h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/5R22 552
Sun 28/920:05CPT - BWI
1 stop34h 07mDelta
Sat 11/107:00BWI - CPT
1 stop28h 50mDelta
Deal found 17/5R22 750

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. that are best for you.

Fly from

Cape Town

Fly to

Washington, D.C.

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - IAD

CPTIAD

Cape Town Intl

Sat 31/5

14:00-19:15

2 stops35h 15m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 8/6

17:25-21:10

1 stop21h 45m

R17 973

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - IAD

CPTIAD

Cape Town Intl

Sat 31/5

14:00-19:15

2 stops35h 15m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 8/6

21:20-21:25

2 stops42h 05m

R18 730

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - IAD

CPTIAD

Cape Town Intl

Sun 28/9

7:00-20:10

2 stops43h 10m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 11/10

22:50-14:35

2 stops33h 45m

R19 451

Cape TownBaltimore

CPT - BWI

CPTBWI

Cape Town Intl

Wed 11/6

18:55-19:35

1 stop30h 40m

Baltimore/Washington

Fri 20/6

21:20-14:35

2 stops35h 15m

R19 686

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - IAD

CPTIAD

Cape Town Intl

Mon 27/10

21:30-11:57

1 stop20h 27m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 29/12

7:05-19:15

1 stop29h 10m

R20 605

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - IAD

CPTIAD

Cape Town Intl

Mon 27/10

9:30-16:35

1 stop37h 05m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 29/12

18:45-16:10

Nonstop14h 25m

R20 785

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - IAD

CPTIAD

Cape Town Intl

Wed 11/6

23:15-15:35

1 stop22h 20m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 20/6

17:25-21:25

1 stop22h 00m

R21 272

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - IAD

CPTIAD

Cape Town Intl

Sun 28/9

15:25-8:55

2 stops47h 30m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 11/10

10:55-14:35

1 stop21h 40m

R21 561

Cape TownBaltimore

CPT - BWI

CPTBWI

Cape Town Intl

Wed 11/6

15:20-21:42

3 stops36h 22m

Baltimore/Washington

Fri 20/6

6:40-17:10

2 stops28h 30m

R22 552

Cape TownBaltimore

CPT - BWI

CPTBWI

Cape Town Intl

Sun 28/9

20:05-0:12

1 stop34h 07m

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 11/10

7:00-17:50

1 stop28h 50m

R22 750

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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Washington, D.C. from Cape Town with our price prediction graph.
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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 16 May 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 84 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 18 May 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.

Rainfall in Washington, D.C. by month

Plan your trip to Washington, D.C. by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

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.

Temperature in Washington, D.C. by month

Plan your trip to Washington, D.C. by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

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).

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 May 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates, Singapore Airlines and Delta from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,8

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,8

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,8

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,8

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,8

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,8

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

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 7 different airlines.

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

    According to our current data, Air France (R18 730), British Airways (R19 451), and Delta (R20 605) offers the cheapest pricing from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.. Air France is 8% 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 (R11 195), Qatar Airways (R11 880), and Delta (R14 710).

  • 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 R29 374, our data indicates the cheapest price to be R12 118. The most popular route (Cape Town Intl - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl), is priced around R16 387.

  • 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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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR14 483AverageR19 050FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR14 905AverageR16 175FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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KLMCheapestR15 936AverageR22 183FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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British AirwaysCheapestR17 545AverageR20 693FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR17 709AverageR19 243FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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EmiratesCheapestR19 690AverageR23 560FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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