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

About 38% of weekly flights between Washington, D.C. and Cape Town have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 173 minutes.

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

Over the past year, United Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 38% of flights being delayed.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

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

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

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

There are many flights that can get you from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cape Town in 24h 25m. Fly via Qatar Airways, United Airlines, or KLM to get the fastest option. The distance between Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport and Cape Town is about 12756 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Cape Town ranges from 20.0 - 100.0 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 100.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Cape Town when rainfall is around 20.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Cape Town, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 21.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 12.0 C).

What airport do you fly into for flights to Cape Town from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl?

Cape Town Intl (CPT) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl to Cape Town. You should not have trouble finding flights to Cape Town Intl from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 0 airlines have flights to the Cape Town airport from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl. It is only a 15,6 km journey from Cape Town Intl (CPT) to Cape Town’s city centre.

Can I find deals for flights from Dulles Intl to Cape Town that include hotel bookings?

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Q: How much does it cost for a return flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cape Town?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment. Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cape Town flights typically cost between R31 756 and R20 816 in September. The cheapest return flight price found within the last 3 days was R16 623 on Multiple Airlines (Sept 21-Sept 27).

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The price you pay for your flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cape Town may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 68 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cape Town?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cape Town (average of R18 408). Flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of R28 268). 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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What airport do you fly into for flights to Cape Town from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl?
Cape Town Intl (CPT) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl to Cape Town. You should not have trouble finding flights to Cape Town Intl from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 0 airlines have flights to the Cape Town airport from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl. It is only a 15,6 km journey from Cape Town Intl (CPT) to Cape Town’s city centre.
How long is the flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cape Town?
There are many flights that can get you from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cape Town in 24h 25m. Fly via Qatar Airways, United Airlines, or KLM to get the fastest option. The distance between Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport and Cape Town is about 12756 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.
Can I find deals for flights from Dulles Intl to Cape Town that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Dulles Intl to Cape Town flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Dulles Intl to Cape Town?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Dulles Intl to Cape Town.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Dulles Intl to Cape Town?
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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cape Town?
Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cape Town (average of R18 408). Flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of R28 268). 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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