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$592+ Cheap flights from District of Columbia to Cape Town (CPT)

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 2/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IAD — CPT
jan 17 — jan 241
sáb 1/17
sáb 1/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from District of Columbia to Cape Town

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 dezembro 18, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
qua 12/241:57 pmIAD - CPT
2 stops35h 08mAmerican Airlines
seg 1/126:55 pmCPT - IAD
1 stop27h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/16$1,895
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
qua 12/2410:15 amDCA - CPT
2 stops42h 55mBritish Airways
qua 1/76:55 pmCPT - DCA
2 stops33h 29mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/17$1,937
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
qua 12/245:42 pmDCA - CPT
2 stops29h 28mDelta
dom 12/289:30 pmCPT - DCA
1 stop21h 07mDelta
Deal found 12/18$1,945
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
qua 12/241:50 pmDCA - CPT
2 stops39h 20mBritish Airways
qui 1/16:55 pmCPT - DCA
2 stops29h 39mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/16$2,146
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
qua 12/2410:15 pmIAD - CPT
2 stops26h 15mSWISS
qua 12/319:30 amCPT - IAD
2 stops38h 10mSWISS
Deal found 12/17$2,166
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
qua 12/2410:57 amIAD - CPT
1 stop25h 18mDelta
seg 1/1211:45 pmCPT - IAD
1 stop23h 20mDelta
Deal found 12/15$2,177
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom 12/288:20 amDCA - CPT
2 stops40h 45mBritish Airways
qua 1/78:35 pmCPT - DCA
2 stops33h 50mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/17$2,196
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
qui 12/1810:20 pmIAD - CPT
1 stop30h 45mDelta
qui 12/2511:10 pmCPT - IAD
1 stop28h 20mDelta
Deal found 12/17$2,208
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
qua 12/2410:00 amIAD - CPT
1 stop21h 35mEthiopian Air
qua 12/312:35 pmCPT - IAD
2 stops24h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 12/17$2,210
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
qua 12/1710:40 amIAD - CPT
2 stops25h 20mMultiple Airlines
qua 12/245:15 pmCPT - IAD
1 stop25h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16$2,243
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom 12/287:00 amDCA - CPT
3 stops47h 35mKenya Airways
qua 1/711:25 pmCPT - DCA
2 stops41h 58mKenya Airways
Deal found 12/17$2,283
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
qui 12/1810:55 pmIAD - CPT
1 stop25h 45mLufthansa
qui 12/256:45 pmCPT - IAD
1 stop26h 50mLufthansa
Deal found 12/17$2,285

Find 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 dezembro 18, 2025.

Most accurate provider

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3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$1,296
(Gurufare)

One-way from

$592
(Trip.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,837

Good round-trip deal

$1,437 or less

Good one-way deal

$1,188 or less
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($34 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from District of Columbia 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated dezembro 18, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from District of Columbia to Cape Town that are best for you.

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Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

sáb 1/17

6:45 pm-4:10 pm

Nonstop14h 25m

Cape Town Intl

sex 1/30

8:50 pm-6:00 am

Nonstop16h 10m

$1,336

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

seg 1/26

6:45 pm-4:10 pm

Nonstop14h 25m

Cape Town Intl

ter 2/10

8:50 pm-6:00 am

Nonstop16h 10m

$1,338

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

seg 2/9

6:45 pm-4:10 pm

Nonstop14h 25m

Cape Town Intl

ter 2/24

8:50 pm-6:00 am

Nonstop16h 10m

$1,338

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

dom 3/15

5:35 pm-5:00 pm

1 stop17h 25m

Cape Town Intl

sex 3/27

8:50 pm-7:00 am

Nonstop16h 10m

$1,342

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

ter 3/17

5:35 pm-5:00 pm

1 stop17h 25m

Cape Town Intl

ter 3/31

8:00 pm-5:55 am

Nonstop15h 55m

$1,342

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

qua 2/11

5:38 pm-6:00 pm

1 stop17h 22m

Cape Town Intl

dom 2/22

8:50 pm-6:00 am

Nonstop16h 10m

$1,342

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

DCA - CPT

DCACPT

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

seg 3/2

12:20 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop23h 55m

Cape Town Intl

sex 3/20

9:30 pm-11:09 am

1 stop19h 39m

$1,352

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

DCA - CPT

DCACPT

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

dom 2/22

10:15 am-7:15 pm

1 stop26h 00m

Cape Town Intl

seg 3/2

9:30 pm-2:39 pm

1 stop24h 09m

$1,352

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

DCA - CPT

DCACPT

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

qua 3/18

3:00 pm-5:00 pm

1 stop20h 00m

Cape Town Intl

qua 3/25

7:50 pm-9:29 am

1 stop19h 39m

$1,352

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

DCA - CPT

DCACPT

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

ter 2/24

6:00 pm-6:00 pm

1 stop17h 00m

Cape Town Intl

qui 3/5

8:50 pm-9:29 am

1 stop19h 39m

$1,353

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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 $845). Flying from District of Columbia to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,327). 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 dezembro 18, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from District of Columbia to Cape Town in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 16% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

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.

  • How long is the flight from District of Columbia to Cape Town?

    There are many flights that can get you from District of Columbia to Cape Town in 14h 25m. Fly via United Airlines or Delta to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 7926 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • 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 Qatar Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $561. Ethiopian Air flights start at $743 while deals on Lufthansa start at $823 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 $1,412. The most popular route, (Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Cape Town Intl), can usually be booked for $912.

  • 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 $845). Flying from District of Columbia to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,327). 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 dezembro 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$850Average$1,021FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
American AirlinesCheapest$910Average$1,284FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
British AirwaysCheapest$914Average$1,209FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$1,005Average$1,207FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,316Average$1,536FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
EmiratesCheapest$1,357Average$1,517FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$1,387Average$1,723FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$2,709Average$2,709FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%

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