Cheap flights from Reagan-National (DCA) to Cape Town (CPT) from $855

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DCA — CPT
Jun 11 — Jun 181

Cheap flight deals from Reagan-National to Cape Town

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Reagan-National (DCA) to Cape Town (CPT). 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 June 6, 2024.

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December

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January

Round-trip from

$1,255

One-way from

$856
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From Washington, D.C. Reagan-National to Cape Town Intl
One-way flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National to Cape Town Intl

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Cape Town?

Sunday is generally a great day to depart. Flying on this day could help you save up to 47%.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Cape Town?

Flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Cape Town lean towards being more expensive in June. Prices are generally better when you fly from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Cape Town in January, with the cheapest ticket starting at $952.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from DCA to CPT?

When flying from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Cape Town, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 26% versus a flight in the afternoon.

Cheap Reagan-National to Cape Town flights in June & July 2024

Find cheap flight options from Reagan-National to Cape Town specifically for the months of June and July 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Prices were last updated on June 6, 2024.
Check out some of the best flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town in 2024. If these deals don't appeal to you, be sure to come back soon for more options.
Fri 7/195:30 pmDCA - CPT
2 stops35h 30mAmerican Airlines
Sat 7/276:55 pmCPT - DCA
2 stops34h 08mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/5$1,455
Tue 7/235:30 pmDCA - CPT
2 stops35h 30mAmerican Airlines
Sun 8/186:55 pmCPT - DCA
2 stops27h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/6$1,460
Thu 7/1110:12 pmDCA - CPT
2 stops54h 48mAmerican Airlines
Sun 7/216:55 pmCPT - DCA
2 stops27h 33mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/6$1,473
Sat 6/2212:10 pmDCA - CPT
1 stop23h 40mDelta
Fri 7/59:30 pmCPT - DCA
2 stops27h 15mDelta
Deal found 6/5$1,531
Sun 6/237:30 pmDCA - CPT
1 stop40h 20mDelta
Sun 7/149:30 pmCPT - DCA
1 stop26h 55mDelta
Deal found 6/5$1,533
Mon 7/226:13 pmDCA - CPT
2 stops34h 47mBritish Airways
Thu 8/86:55 pmCPT - DCA
2 stops27h 34mBritish Airways
Deal found 6/5$1,545
Mon 6/2412:19 pmDCA - CPT
1 stop23h 31mDelta
Mon 7/111:00 pmCPT - DCA
2 stops26h 18mDelta
Deal found 6/5$1,560
Fri 6/75:30 pmDCA - CPT
2 stops35h 30mAmerican Airlines
Wed 10/96:55 pmCPT - DCA
2 stops34h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/6$1,564
Sat 6/155:43 pmDCA - CPT
2 stops35h 17mBritish Airways
Tue 7/96:55 pmCPT - DCA
2 stops28h 01mBritish Airways
Deal found 6/5$1,612

Reagan-National to Cape Town 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Reagan-National and Cape Town in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated June 6, 2024.
Check out some of the best flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town in 2024. If these deals don't appeal to you, be sure to come back soon for more options.
Mon 9/94:59 pmDCA - CPT
2 stops36h 01mAmerican Airlines
Fri 9/276:55 pmCPT - DCA
2 stops27h 23mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/5$1,201
Fri 8/167:45 pmDCA - CPT
2 stops33h 15mAmerican Airlines
Sat 8/246:55 pmCPT - DCA
2 stops26h 59mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/6$1,202
Sun 8/115:45 pmDCA - CPT
2 stops35h 15mAmerican Airlines
Sun 8/186:55 pmCPT - DCA
2 stops27h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/6$1,260
Sat 9/77:47 pmDCA - CPT
2 stops33h 13mBritish Airways
Mon 9/236:55 pmCPT - DCA
2 stops26h 23mBritish Airways
Deal found 6/6$1,270
Sat 8/175:58 pmDCA - CPT
2 stops35h 02mBritish Airways
Fri 8/236:55 pmCPT - DCA
2 stops27h 34mBritish Airways
Deal found 6/6$1,272
Sat 11/1612:50 pmDCA - CPT
2 stops36h 15mBritish Airways
Thu 12/58:55 pmCPT - DCA
2 stops29h 04mBritish Airways
Deal found 6/5$1,299
Sat 10/512:59 pmDCA - CPT
2 stops40h 01mBritish Airways
Tue 10/156:55 pmCPT - DCA
2 stops34h 24mBritish Airways
Deal found 6/5$1,311
Tue 10/295:45 pmDCA - CPT
2 stops32h 20mBritish Airways
Wed 11/138:55 pmCPT - DCA
2 stops26h 40mBritish Airways
Deal found 6/6$1,324
Mon 9/94:00 pmDCA - CPT
1 stop19h 50mDelta
Fri 9/279:30 pmCPT - DCA
1 stop23h 20mDelta
Deal found 6/6$1,326

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Users seeking a last-minute flight from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town should consider booking one of these fares. Users should be sure to double check the price, date, and time of their last-minute flight.
Sat 6/155:43 pmDCA - CPT
2 stops35h 17mBritish Airways
Tue 7/96:55 pmCPT - DCA
2 stops28h 01mBritish Airways
Deal found 6/5$1,612
Thu 6/138:00 amDCA - CPT
1 stop27h 50mDelta
Tue 6/189:30 pmCPT - DCA
1 stop28h 00mDelta
Deal found 6/5$1,726
Thu 6/1312:19 pmDCA - CPT
1 stop23h 31mDelta
Tue 6/189:30 pmCPT - DCA
2 stops24h 16mDelta
Deal found 6/5$1,731
Wed 6/128:55 amDCA - CPT
2 stops30h 30mDelta
Mon 6/1711:00 pmCPT - DCA
2 stops24h 27mDelta
Deal found 6/5$1,793
Wed 6/126:45 amDCA - CPT
2 stops46h 05mQatar Airways
Wed 6/261:00 pmCPT - DCA
2 stops40h 04mQatar Airways
Deal found 6/4$1,826
Tue 6/114:00 pmDCA - CPT
2 stops23h 25mDelta
Sun 6/169:30 pmCPT - DCA
1 stop19h 49mDelta
Deal found 6/5$2,060
Wed 6/126:05 amDCA - CPT
2 stops33h 35mMultiple Airlines
Wed 6/192:30 pmCPT - DCA
3 stops56h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$2,131
Wed 6/128:25 amDCA - CPT
2 stops43h 35mMultiple Airlines
Wed 6/192:00 pmCPT - DCA
2 stops29h 22mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$2,156
Wed 6/126:05 amDCA - CPT
3 stops49h 35mKenya Airways
Wed 6/192:30 pmCPT - DCA
3 stops56h 50mKenya Airways
Deal found 6/5$2,299

One-way flights to Cape Town from Reagan-National

Search for one-way flight options from Reagan-National to Cape Town. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated June 6, 2024.
Take a look at some of the one-way flights we've detected from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town. Users needing a return flight from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town should utilize the search form above.
Sun 9/14:13 pmDCA - CPT
2 stops36h 37mQatar Airways
Deal found 6/5$855
Mon 11/116:59 amDCA - CPT
2 stops26h 56mBritish Airways
Deal found 6/5$856
Mon 11/116:20 pmDCA - CPT
1 stop17h 40mDelta
Deal found 6/5$1,182
Thu 7/111:59 pmDCA - CPT
2 stops38h 51mQatar Airways
Deal found 6/5$1,475
Mon 9/167:30 pmDCA - CPT
3 stops58h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$3,663
Mon 9/166:00 amDCA - CPT
2 stops28h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$4,412
Sun 9/15:15 pmDCA - CPT
1 stop17h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/5$4,582
Mon 9/161:59 pmDCA - CPT
1 stop21h 51mDelta
Deal found 6/5$8,387
Sun 9/16:08 amDCA - CPT
3 stops49h 32mKenya Airways
Deal found 6/5$9,282

Find flights from Reagan-National to Cape Town within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Reagan-National to Cape Town that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated June 6, 2024.

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$1,192 - $1,535

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Washington, D.C. Reagan-NationalCape Town Intl

DCA - CPT

DCACPT

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 8/11

2 stops33h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 8/18

2 stops27h 29m

$1,192

Washington, D.C. Reagan-NationalCape Town Intl

DCA - CPT

DCACPT

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 9/9

2 stops36h 01m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 9/27

2 stops27h 23m

$1,201

Washington, D.C. Reagan-NationalCape Town Intl

DCA - CPT

DCACPT

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 9/7

2 stops34h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 9/24

2 stops27h 04m

$1,270

Washington, D.C. Reagan-NationalCape Town Intl

DCA - CPT

DCACPT

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 9/9

1 stop26h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 9/17

1 stop19h 30m

$1,326

Washington, D.C. Reagan-NationalCape Town Intl

DCA - CPT

DCACPT

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 10/14

2 stops41h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 10/20

2 stops35h 45m

$1,365

Washington, D.C. Reagan-NationalCape Town Intl

DCA - CPT

DCACPT

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 10/31

2 stops48h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 11/10

3 stops34h 02m

$1,387

Washington, D.C. Reagan-NationalCape Town Intl

DCA - CPT

DCACPT

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 10/5

2 stops35h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 10/15

2 stops34h 04m

$1,413

Washington, D.C. Reagan-NationalCape Town Intl

DCA - CPT

DCACPT

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 11/16

2 stops36h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 12/5

1 stop19h 29m

$1,485

Washington, D.C. Reagan-NationalCape Town Intl

DCA - CPT

DCACPT

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 11/24

2 stops25h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 12/7

2 stops25h 38m

$1,535

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What is the cheapest day to fly from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Cape Town?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Reagan-National to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on June 2, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Cape Town flight should consider departing on Monday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Best time to book a flight from Reagan-National to Cape Town

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Temperature and rainfall in Cape Town by month

Plan your trip to Cape Town by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

CPT

Temperature

53.6 - 69.8 °F

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 69.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 53.6 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Cape Town

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cape Town. 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 Cape Town. Reviews last updated June 6, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown American Airlines, United Airlines and Qatar Airways from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.0
Very good
10,368 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

8.0
Very good
10,368 reviews
8.0
Very good
10,368 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

7.9
Good
1,489 reviews
8.0
Very good
10,368 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

7.7
Good
4,312 reviews
8.0
Very good
10,368 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

7.4
Good
10,696 reviews
8.0
Very good
10,368 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

7.3
Good
14,227 reviews
8.0
Very good
10,368 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Cape Town from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National?

    For a flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National to Cape Town, you will be flying into Cape Town Intl. Cape Town Intl (CPT) is just 9.7 mi from the center of the city. Cape Town Intl is the only Cape Town airport and it handles 0 inbound flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National per day. 2 airlines have flights to Cape Town Intl from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National on a regular basis.

  • Can I find flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Cape Town for under $1,200 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Cape Town for under $1,200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on American Airlines for just $1,192, but on average you can expect to pay $1,345.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Cape Town for under $1,700?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Cape Town within the next 7 days for less than $1,700.

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

    According to our current data, American Airlines ($1,192), British Airways ($1,270), and Delta ($1,326) offers the cheapest pricing from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Cape Town. American Airlines is currently priced 20% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Qatar Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $855. British Airways flights start at $856 while deals on Delta start at $1,182 one-way.

  • What does DCA to CPT mean?

    DCA stands for Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport, while CPT stands for Cape Town Intl Airport. These codes are often called IATA codes, a set of identifiers established by IATA (International Air Transport Association) that is widely used by airlines and the aviation industry.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Reagan-National to Cape Town that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Reagan-National to Cape Town flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Reagan-National to Cape Town with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Reagan-National to Cape Town flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Reagan-National to Cape Town that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Reagan-National to Cape Town flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

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    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Reagan-National to Cape Town.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Reagan-National to Cape Town?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Reagan-National to Cape Town by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Reagan-National to Cape Town that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Reagan-National to Cape Town offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Reagan-National to Cape Town?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Reagan-National to Cape Town flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Cape Town flight deals updated?

    The Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Cape Town flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 6/6.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Cape Town?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Cape Town (average of $1,255). Flying from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,716). 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 2 airlines flying from Reagan-National to Cape Town

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DeltaCheapest$1,244Average$1,648FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$1,330Average$1,841FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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