Cape Town

$780+ Cheap flights from Reagan-National (DCA) 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 8/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DCA — CPT
Jun 17 — Jun 241
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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 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,205
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$780
(oojo)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,715
From Washington, D.C. Reagan-National to Cape Town Intl
One-way flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National to Cape Town Intl
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 22% potential increase in price ($498 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 9% potential price decrease ($146 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2025

Find flight deals from Reagan-National to Cape Town

Cheapest flights from Reagan-National to Cape Town
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Reagan-National to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
Mon 9/19:00 pmDCA - CPT
2 stops32h 00mAmerican Airlines
Mon 9/86:55 pmCPT - DCA
2 stops27h 49mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/12$1,205
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Wed 9/34:00 pmDCA - CPT
1 stop19h 10mUnited Airlines
Thu 11/208:50 pmCPT - DCA
1 stop20h 39mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$1,350
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 10/3011:00 amDCA - CPT
2 stops43h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sat 11/222:15 pmCPT - DCA
2 stops27h 07mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$1,394
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 6/12$1,395
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
Sat 12/275:45 pmDCA - CPT
1 stop18h 30mDelta
Fri 1/239:30 pmCPT - DCA
1 stop22h 17mDelta
Deal found 6/12$1,401
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Fri 9/197:23 pmDCA - CPT
2 stops33h 37mBritish Airways
Sun 9/286:55 pmCPT - DCA
2 stops34h 12mBritish Airways
Deal found 6/11$1,433
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/32:55 pmDCA - CPT
2 stops24h 30mKLM
Sat 11/2211:45 pmCPT - DCA
2 stops26h 35mKLM
Deal found 6/10$1,531
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Tue 9/166:00 pmDCA - CPT
2 stops34h 50mQatar Airways
Tue 9/231:00 pmCPT - DCA
2 stops37h 51mQatar Airways
Deal found 6/10$1,534

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Cape Town that are best for you.

Fly from

Reagan-National

Fly to

Cape Town

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

DCA - CPT

DCACPT

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 9/1

9:00 pm-11:00 am

2 stops32h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 9/8

6:55 pm-4:44 pm

2 stops27h 49m

$1,205

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

DCA - CPT

DCACPT

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 9/3

4:00 pm-5:10 pm

1 stop19h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 11/20

8:50 pm-10:29 am

1 stop20h 39m

$1,350

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

DCA - CPT

DCACPT

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 10/30

11:00 am-12:55 pm

2 stops43h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 11/12

2:30 pm-10:22 am

3 stops26h 52m

$1,394

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

$1,395

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

DCA - CPT

DCACPT

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 9/19

7:23 pm-11:00 am

2 stops33h 37m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 9/28

6:55 pm-11:07 pm

2 stops34h 12m

$1,433

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

DCA - CPT

DCACPT

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 10/30

10:00 am-7:15 pm

1 stop27h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 11/22

11:45 pm-9:14 pm

2 stops28h 29m

$1,442

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

DCA - CPT

DCACPT

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 9/3

2:55 pm-9:25 pm

2 stops24h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 11/22

11:45 pm-7:20 pm

2 stops26h 35m

$1,531

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

DCA - CPT

DCACPT

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 9/16

6:00 pm-10:50 am

2 stops34h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 9/23

1:00 pm-8:51 pm

2 stops37h 51m

$1,534

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

DCA - CPT

DCACPT

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 8/28

3:45 pm-10:50 am

2 stops37h 05m

$780

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

DCA - CPT

DCACPT

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 9/29

5:42 pm-1:45 pm

3 stops38h 03m

$978

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Best time to book a flight from Reagan-National to Cape Town

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Cape Town

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

Find hourly flight availability from Reagan-National 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 June 12, 2025.

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.

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 June 12, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Singapore Airlines, Delta and KLM 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.

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SEA - SIN

Sin to amd was not good flight. Food was bad. It was like few days old.

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SEA - SIN

Sin to amd was not good flight. Food was bad. It was like few days old.
8.0
Very good

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SEA - SIN

Sin to amd was not good flight. Food was bad. It was like few days old.

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SEA - SIN

Sin to amd was not good flight. Food was bad. It was like few days old.

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SEA - SIN

Sin to amd was not good flight. Food was bad. It was like few days old.

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SEA - SIN

Sin to amd was not good flight. Food was bad. It was like few days old.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Reagan-National 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 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. 1 airline has flights to Cape Town Intl from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National on a regular basis.

  • 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 ($1,205), United Airlines ($1,350), and Kenya Airways ($1,395) offers the cheapest pricing from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Cape Town. American Airlines is currently priced 30% 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 $780. Ethiopian Air flights start at $978 while deals on American Airlines start at $1,097 one-way.

  • 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.

  • How can I find direct flights from Reagan-National to Cape Town?

    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.

  • 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 $1,292). Flying from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport 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 airline flying from Reagan-National to Cape Town

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DeltaCheapest$1,327Average$1,890FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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