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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. from R10 731

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Cheap return flights

These are some of the best return flight deals from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. that have been recently found on momondo from popular airlines, departing in the coming months.
13:50 - 9:00CPT-IAD
25h 10m2 stops
11:00 - 13:45IAD-CPT
20h 45m1 stop
R15 023Ethiopian Air
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Tue, Mar 18 - Tue, Mar 25
20:05 - 19:44CPT-IAD
29h 39m1 stop
13:00 - 17:50IAD-CPT
22h 50m2 stops
R16 142Delta
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Tue, May 6 - Sat, Aug 9
20:00 - 5:50CPT-IAD
15h 50mdirect
18:30 - 15:20IAD-CPT
14h 50mdirect
R16 931United Airlines
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Sun, May 11 - Mon, Aug 11
20:00 - 5:50CPT-IAD
15h 50mdirect
17:15 - 17:10IAD-CPT
17h 55m1 stop
R16 967United Airlines
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Tue, May 6 - Sun, Aug 10
22:00 - 19:45CPT-BWI
27h 45m1 stop
21:20 - 11:00BWI-CPT
31h 40m1 stop
R18 637British Airways
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Thu, Mar 27 - Tue, May 27
18:55 - 15:45CPT-IAD
26h 50m1 stop
19:25 - 11:00IAD-CPT
33h 35m1 stop
R19 370British Airways
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Thu, May 8 - Thu, Aug 7
18:25 - 9:00CPT-IAD
44h 35m1 stop
10:55 - 11:35IAD-CPT
42h 40m1 stop
R22 122Emirates
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Thu, Mar 20 - Sun, Apr 6
23:15 - 17:20CPT-DCA
24h 05m2 stops
17:00 - 21:25DCA-CPT
22h 25m2 stops
R27 093KLM
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Fri, May 9 - Fri, Aug 8
23:15 - 17:16CPT-BWI
24h 01m2 stops
13:00 - 21:25BWI-CPT
26h 25m2 stops
R27 827KLM
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Fri, May 9 - Sat, Aug 9
13:05 - 8:40CPT-IAD
25h 35m1 stop
10:30 - 11:40IAD-CPT
42h 10m1 stop
R30 010Emirates
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Thu, Aug 21 - Fri, Jan 9

British Airways flights from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.

Our best British Airways deals on Cape Town to Washington, D.C. flight tickets
British Airways
Mar 27
CPT22:00Cape Town Intl
27h 45m
1 stop
BWI19:45Baltimore/Washington
May 27
BWI21:20Baltimore/Washington
31h 40m
1 stop
CPT11:00Cape Town Intl
R18 637
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British Airways
May 8
CPT18:55Cape Town Intl
26h 50m
1 stop
IAD15:45Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Aug 7
IAD19:25Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
33h 35m
1 stop
CPT11:00Cape Town Intl
R19 370
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British Airways
May 7
CPT18:55Cape Town Intl
30h 00m
2 stops
IAD18:55Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Aug 7
IAD19:25Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
33h 35m
1 stop
CPT11:00Cape Town Intl
R19 627
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Ethiopian Air flights from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.

Our best Ethiopian Air deals on Cape Town to Washington, D.C. flight tickets
Ethiopian Air
Mar 18
CPT13:50Cape Town Intl
25h 10m
2 stops
IAD9:00Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Mar 25
IAD11:00Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
20h 45m
1 stop
CPT13:45Cape Town Intl
R15 023
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Ethiopian Air
May 8
CPT13:50Cape Town Intl
25h 05m
2 stops
IAD8:55Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Aug 7
IAD10:55Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
20h 50m
1 stop
CPT13:45Cape Town Intl
R17 078
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Ethiopian Air
May 10
CPT13:50Cape Town Intl
25h 05m
2 stops
IAD8:55Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Aug 6
IAD10:55Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
21h 40m
1 stop
CPT14:35Cape Town Intl
R18 013
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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Cape Town and Washington, D.C.?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Washington, D.C.?

In general, March is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around R17 408. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of March, then book flights to Washington, D.C. from Cape Town during November instead. Flights to Washington, D.C. in November, while not as cheap as those in March, still average around R18 031.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Washington, D.C.?

The cheapest day to depart from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. is on a Thursday. Travellers who choose to depart for Washington, D.C. on a Thursday will often find tickets for as low as R17 295. When flying out on a Friday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. for around R23 730.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Washington, D.C.?

Flying to Washington, D.C. from Cape Town in the afternoon is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as R15 575 when looking at flights departing in the afternoon. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the evening when prices are R21 654 on average. Flights to Washington, D.C. from Cape Town in the evening are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travellers’ schedules.

What is the cheapest Cape Town Intl to Washington, D.C. flight route?

Fly from Cape Town Intl to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl for the best Cape Town Intl - Washington, D.C. flight prices

How far in advance should I book a flight to Washington, D.C.?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Washington, D.C. from Cape Town when booking 7 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Washington, D.C. for around R20 619 when searching 7 weeks out.However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Washington, D.C. from Cape Town for as low as R19 205 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Cape Town Intl to Washington, D.C. flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Cape Town Intl to Washington, D.C. flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

How have Cape Town to Washington, D.C. flight prices changed over time?

As of February 2025, prices for Cape Town to Washington, D.C. flights are approximately 38% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Cheap Cape Town to Washington, D.C. (CPT to WAS) flight deals and tips

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Best price found

R10 731

Fastest flight time

15h 40m

Direct flights

Mon, Wed and Sat

Airports in Washington, D.C.

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The best one-way flight to Washington, D.C. from Cape Town in the past 72 hours is R10 731. The best return flight deal from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R15 023.
The fastest flight from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. takes 15h 40m
Direct flights go from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. on Monday, Wednesday and Saturday. Airline offering direct flights is United Airlines..
There are 3 airports near Washington, D.C.: Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA), Baltimore/Washington (BWI), Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD)

  • How far is Cape Town Intl to Washington, D.C. by plane?

    There are 12705,3 km between Cape Town Intl and Washington, D.C.. Flights usually cover this in 15h 50m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Washington, D.C.?

    Prices for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. are updated daily.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Washington, D.C.?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Cape Town Intl Airport to Washington, D.C.?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Cape Town Intl Airport to Washington, D.C..

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Washington, D.C.?

    The required travel and health documents for your Washington, D.C. trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Washington, D.C.. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular plane model from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.?

  • What is the most popular airline from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.?


Best airlines flying from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. with momondo
Airline
Rating
Free Cancellation
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom R14 552Free CancellationRating
7,4
3 609 reviews
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Ethiopian AirPriceFrom R15 147Free CancellationRating
7,2
776 reviews
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Virgin AtlanticPriceFrom R15 392Free CancellationRating
7,5
653 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom R15 590Free CancellationRating
8,0
8 212 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom R15 646Free CancellationRating
7,4
8 759 reviews
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KLMPriceFrom R16 020Free CancellationRating
7,8
1 330 reviews
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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom R17 908Free CancellationRating
7,3
3 825 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom R18 239Free CancellationRating
6,6
6 759 reviews
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EmiratesPriceFrom R20 035Free CancellationRating
8,1
3 278 reviews
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  • United Airlines Flights From Cape Town to Washington, D.C.

    The lowest priced United Airlines flight from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. from the last 72 hours was R853. Generally, United Airlines has 3 flights on this route every week with an average price of R1 607. United Airlines is rated 7,4/10 by our users.


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Can I find flights from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Yes. momondo allows you to filter the results for Cape Town to Washington, D.C. flights to just show those with flexible booking policies.

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