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$656+ Cheap flights from Virginia 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 1/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RIC — CPT
Jan 3 — Jan 101
Sat 1/3
Sat 1/10
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Virginia to Cape Town

Cheapest flights from Virginia to Cape Town
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Virginia to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 4, 2025.

This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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.
Wed 12/36:10 amRDU - CPT
2 stops25h 25mEthiopian Air
Tue 12/91:50 pmCPT - RDU
3 stops31h 17mEthiopian Air
Deal found 12/2$1,224
This IEagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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 IEagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/210:00 amIAD - CPT
2 stops43h 45mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/93:25 pmCPT - IAD
2 stops47h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/1$1,289
This IEagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 IEagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/68:50 pmIAD - CPT
2 stops33h 55mEthiopian Air
Tue 12/91:50 pmCPT - IAD
2 stops25h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 12/2$1,338
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 12/315:15 pmIAD - CPT
1 stop17h 45mUnited Airlines
Sun 1/258:50 pmCPT - IAD
Nonstop16h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/2$1,342
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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 12/910:00 amIAD - CPT
1 stop20h 45mEthiopian Air
Fri 12/122:35 pmCPT - IAD
2 stops24h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 12/3$1,346
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 12/314:26 pmDCA - CPT
1 stop18h 34mUnited Airlines
Mon 2/168:50 pmCPT - DCA
1 stop19h 39mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/2$1,352
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 12/1710:00 amIAD - CPT
2 stops41h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/251:50 pmCPT - IAD
2 stops25h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/2$1,368
This IEagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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 IEagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/410:00 amIAD - CPT
1 stop20h 45mEthiopian Air
Thu 12/113:25 pmCPT - IAD
2 stops47h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 12/3$1,383
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 12/315:15 pmIAD - CPT
1 stop17h 45mUnited Airlines
Sun 2/158:50 pmCPT - IAD
Nonstop16h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/2$1,392
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 12/315:15 pmIAD - CPT
1 stop17h 45mUnited Airlines
Mon 1/266:45 pmCPT - IAD
1 stop26h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/2$1,396
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/4. 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 Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/610:00 amIAD - CPT
1 stop21h 35mEthiopian Air
Thu 12/111:50 pmCPT - IAD
2 stops25h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 12/4$1,397
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 12/315:15 pmIAD - CPT
1 stop17h 45mUnited Airlines
Tue 1/279:30 amCPT - IAD
1 stop37h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/2$1,398

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Virginia 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 December 4, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Virginia to Cape Town that are best for you.

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RaleighCape Town

RDU - CPT

RDUCPT

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 1/17

7:30 am-4:10 pm

2 stops25h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 1/30

8:50 pm-2:09 pm

1 stop24h 19m

$1,183

RaleighCape Town

RDU - CPT

RDUCPT

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 1/17

3:08 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop21h 07m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 1/26

9:30 pm-4:51 pm

1 stop26h 21m

$1,192

RaleighCape Town

RDU - CPT

RDUCPT

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 2/9

9:59 am-7:15 pm

1 stop26h 16m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 2/23

9:30 pm-3:15 pm

1 stop24h 45m

$1,192

NorfolkCape Town

ORF - CPT

ORFCPT

Norfolk

Sun 1/18

10:05 am-6:00 pm

2 stops24h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 1/25

8:50 pm-9:52 am

1 stop20h 02m

$1,192

RaleighCape Town

RDU - CPT

RDUCPT

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 1/24

7:30 am-4:10 pm

3 stops25h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 1/31

8:50 pm-2:02 pm

2 stops24h 12m

$1,196

RaleighCape Town

RDU - CPT

RDUCPT

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 1/19

2:58 pm-7:15 pm

2 stops21h 17m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 1/27

9:30 pm-3:57 pm

2 stops25h 27m

$1,196

RaleighCape Town

RDU - CPT

RDUCPT

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 2/19

6:34 am-4:10 pm

2 stops26h 36m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 2/27

8:50 pm-9:30 am

1 stop19h 40m

$1,196

NorfolkCape Town

ORF - CPT

ORFCPT

Norfolk

Mon 2/2

12:25 pm-4:10 pm

2 stops20h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 2/20

8:50 pm-2:22 pm

2 stops24h 32m

$1,196

GreensboroCape Town

GSO - CPT

GSOCPT

Greensboro/H. Point

Mon 2/9

8:00 am-4:10 pm

2 stops25h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 2/25

8:50 pm-10:54 am

1 stop21h 04m

$1,196

GreensboroCape Town

GSO - CPT

GSOCPT

Greensboro/H. Point

Sun 1/18

2:46 pm-6:00 pm

2 stops20h 14m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 1/25

8:50 pm-7:01 pm

1 stop29h 11m

$1,196

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

Find hourly flight availability from Virginia 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 December 4, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Virginia to Cape Town in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 31% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Cape Town from Virginia?

    If you book a flight to Cape Town from Virginia, you will be flying to Cape Town Intl, which is the city’s only airport. Cape Town Intl (CPT) is located 9.7 mi from the center of Cape Town.

  • How long is the flight from Virginia to Cape Town?

    There are many flights that can get you from Virginia to Cape Town in 21h 07m. Fly via United Airlines, Delta, or American Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance between Virginia and Cape Town is about 7902 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the most popular routes from Virginia to Cape Town?

    The most popular flight routes from Virginia to Cape Town are Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Cape Town Intl, Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Cape Town Intl and Raleigh-Durham - Cape Town Intl.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Virginia to Cape Town?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Virginia to Cape Town?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Virginia 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.

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Top 3 airlines flying from Virginia to Cape Town

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Virginia 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 December 4, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$1,323Average$1,862FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$1,412Average$2,140FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$1,658Average$1,817FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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