Cape Town

$682+ Cheap flights from District of Columbia to Cape Town (CPT)

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IAD — CPT
May 5 — May 121
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Cheap flight deals from District of Columbia to Cape Town

Keep the following information in mind while searching for District of Columbia to Cape Town flight deals. Data was last updated April 30, 2025.

Most accurate provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Most trusted provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Round-trip from

$947
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$682
(American Airlines)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,398

Good round-trip deal

$1,514 or less

Good one-way deal

$1,188 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Washington, D.C. (WAS)-Cape Town Intl flight deals.
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From District of Columbia to Cape Town Intl
One-way flight from District of Columbia to Cape Town Intl
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($172 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($25 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from District of Columbia to Cape Town Intl.
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Cheapest flights from District of Columbia to Cape Town
Explore the most affordable flight options available from District of Columbia to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 30, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/79:40 pmIAD - CPT
1 stop32h 10mTurkish Airlines
Tue 5/274:35 pmCPT - IAD
1 stop25h 10mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 4/29$947
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/1612:30 pmIAD - CPT
3 stops67h 10mMultiple Airlines
Tue 10/282:25 pmCPT - IAD
3 stops32h 06mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$964
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/510:55 amIAD - CPT
1 stop21h 40mEthiopian Air
Thu 5/151:50 pmCPT - IAD
2 stops25h 05mEthiopian Air
Deal found 4/29$974
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/1112:30 pmIAD - CPT
3 stops67h 10mKenya Airways
Mon 9/292:35 pmCPT - IAD
3 stops27h 15mKenya Airways
Deal found 4/29$1,114
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/49:00 pmIAD - CPT
1 stop31h 50mQatar Airways
Mon 5/126:05 amCPT - IAD
2 stops39h 35mQatar Airways
Deal found 4/29$1,119
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/710:00 pmDCA - CPT
2 stops31h 00mAmerican Airlines
Tue 5/276:55 pmCPT - DCA
2 stops29h 56mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/29$1,202
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/78:02 pmIAD - CPT
2 stops32h 58mAmerican Airlines
Tue 5/276:55 pmCPT - IAD
2 stops28h 01mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/29$1,227
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/45:59 pmDCA - CPT
2 stops34h 51mQatar Airways
Mon 9/151:00 pmCPT - DCA
2 stops36h 15mQatar Airways
Deal found 4/27$1,370
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/276:05 amDCA - CPT
3 stops49h 40mKenya Airways
Fri 10/32:35 pmCPT - DCA
3 stops33h 30mKenya Airways
Deal found 4/29$1,371
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/78:45 amDCA - CPT
3 stops47h 00mMultiple Airlines
Tue 5/2711:30 pmCPT - DCA
2 stops48h 37mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$1,397
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/265:49 pmDCA - CPT
2 stops35h 11mBritish Airways
Mon 6/26:55 pmCPT - DCA
2 stops27h 00mBritish Airways
Deal found 4/28$1,402
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/14:00 pmDCA - CPT
2 stops38h 40mUnited Airlines
Thu 9/187:50 pmCPT - DCA
1 stop19h 31mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/28$1,403

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Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 9/21

9:40 pm-11:50 am

1 stop32h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 9/26

4:35 pm-11:45 am

1 stop25h 10m

$955

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 10/16

12:30 pm-1:40 pm

3 stops67h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 10/28

2:25 pm-4:31 pm

3 stops32h 06m

$964

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 9/29

10:55 am-2:35 pm

1 stop21h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 10/5

1:50 pm-8:55 am

2 stops25h 05m

$1,012

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 9/11

12:30 pm-1:40 pm

3 stops67h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 9/29

2:35 pm-11:50 am

3 stops27h 15m

$1,114

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 5/19

10:40 pm-11:00 am

1 stop30h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 5/30

6:55 pm-5:30 pm

1 stop28h 35m

$1,188

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

DCA - CPT

DCACPT

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 5/21

10:00 pm-11:00 am

2 stops31h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 5/29

6:55 pm-5:19 pm

2 stops28h 24m

$1,202

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 5/17

8:06 pm-11:00 am

2 stops32h 54m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 5/28

6:55 pm-4:56 pm

2 stops28h 01m

$1,227

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

DCA - CPT

DCACPT

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 9/4

5:59 pm-10:50 am

2 stops34h 51m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 9/15

1:00 pm-7:15 pm

2 stops36h 15m

$1,370

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

DCA - CPT

DCACPT

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 9/27

6:05 am-1:45 pm

3 stops49h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 10/3

2:35 pm-6:05 pm

3 stops33h 30m

$1,371

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

DCA - CPT

DCACPT

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 10/1

11:00 am-10:10 pm

2 stops29h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 10/10

2:35 pm-6:05 pm

3 stops33h 30m

$1,397

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Everything you need to know about your flight from District of Columbia to Cape Town

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from District of Columbia to Cape Town?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from District of Columbia to Cape Town (average of $1,292). Flying from District of Columbia to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,830). 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 DC to CPT?

Find hourly flight availability from District of Columbia to Cape Town. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 30, 2025.

When flying from District of Columbia to Cape Town, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Rainfall in Cape Town by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Cape Town ranges from 0.8 - 3.9 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Cape Town when rainfall is around 0.8 in.

Temperature in Cape Town by month

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

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 April 30, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from District of Columbia to Cape Town, see what other customers have to say about Delta, KLM and SWISS. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.0
Very good

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
8.0
Very good
8.0
Very good

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
8.0
Very good

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
8.0
Very good

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
8.0
Very good

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
8.0
Very good

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from District of Columbia to Cape Town. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Cape Town from District of Columbia?

    For a flight from District of Columbia 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.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from District of Columbia to Cape Town one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with American Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $682. Turkish Airlines flights start at $747 while deals on Ethiopian Air start at $849 one-way.

  • What are the cheapest flights from District of Columbia to Cape Town?

    The cheapest flight price from District of Columbia to Cape Town is $1,128. On average you can expect to pay $1,431. The most popular route, (Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Cape Town Intl), can usually be booked for $935.

  • Can I find deals for flights from District of Columbia to Cape Town that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on District of Columbia to Cape Town flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from District of Columbia to Cape Town?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from District of Columbia to Cape Town?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from District of Columbia 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.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from District of Columbia to Cape Town?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from District of Columbia to Cape Town (average of $1,292). Flying from District of Columbia to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,830). 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 8 airlines flying from District of Columbia to Cape Town

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from District of Columbia to Cape Town. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$845Average$964FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
American AirlinesCheapest$910Average$1,113FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$945Average$1,242FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
British AirwaysCheapest$959Average$1,317FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,312Average$1,530FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$1,326Average$1,700FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
KLMCheapest$1,344Average$1,587FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
EmiratesCheapest$1,357Average$1,510FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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