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$774+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) 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 9/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
WAS — CPT
Sep 10 — Sep 171
Thu 9/10
Thu 9/17
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 11, 2026.

This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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 Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/106:20 pm -
3 stops60h 15m
Mon 11/162:25 pm -
3 stops34h 03m
Deal found 8/10$1,018
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/8. 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.
Mon 10/126:32 pm -
2 stops45h 38m
Mon 10/262:25 pm -
3 stops27h 25m
Deal found 8/8$1,050
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/9. 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.
Tue 10/136:32 pm -
3 stops61h 03m
Sun 10/252:25 pm -
3 stops27h 25m
Deal found 8/9$1,095
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/8. 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 8/2612:29 pm -
2 stops66h 31m
Tue 10/272:25 pm -
3 stops27h 25m
Deal found 8/8$1,118
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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 Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/112:35 pm -
3 stops66h 00m
Sun 2/282:25 pm -
3 stops28h 27m
Deal found 8/10$1,135
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/9. 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 10/296:32 pm -
3 stops61h 03m
Sun 11/152:25 pm -
3 stops28h 27m
Deal found 8/9$1,150
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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.
Mon 10/56:26 pm -
2 stops45h 44m
Sun 10/182:25 pm -
3 stops27h 25m
Deal found 8/7$1,171
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/6. 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.
Mon 9/286:26 pm -
2 stops45h 44m
Tue 10/62:25 pm -
3 stops27h 25m
Deal found 8/6$1,195
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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 Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/77:15 pm -
2 stops44h 55m
Mon 9/142:25 pm -
3 stops27h 20m
Deal found 8/10$1,218
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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.
Mon 11/910:00 am -
1 stop21h 35m
Tue 11/171:50 pm -
2 stops25h 10m
Deal found 8/10$1,235
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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 Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/216:26 pm -
2 stops45h 44m
Sat 10/32:20 pm -
2 stops27h 25m
Deal found 8/10$1,250
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/228:30 pm -
3 stops29h 55m
Tue 9/295:45 pm -
3 stops31h 40m
Deal found 8/7$1,522

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Washington, D.C. (WAS) 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 August 11, 2026.

Most accurate provider

Ovago
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Ovago
3 stars

Round-trip from

$1,018
(Kenya Airways)

One-way from

$774
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,540

Good round-trip deal

$1,661 or less

Good one-way deal

$1,264 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Washington, D.C. 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 August 11, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town that are best for you.

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Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 10/13

1:15 pm-11:50 am

1 stop40h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 10/30

5:20 pm-12:45 pm

1 stop25h 25m

$1,294

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 9/28

1:15 pm-11:50 am

1 stop40h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 10/6

4:35 pm-7:45 pm

1 stop33h 10m

$1,294

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 11/9

9:20 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop31h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 11/17

5:20 pm-7:25 pm

1 stop33h 05m

$1,294

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 10/5

1:15 pm-11:50 am

1 stop40h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 10/23

2:00 pm-7:45 pm

2 stops35h 45m

$1,350

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 1/31

1:30 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop26h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 2/13

5:20 pm-7:25 pm

1 stop33h 05m

$1,354

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 11/21

9:20 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop42h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 11/30

5:20 pm-11:45 am

1 stop25h 25m

$1,374

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 1/12

9:20 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop31h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 1/18

5:20 pm-11:45 am

1 stop25h 25m

$1,389

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 1/7

9:20 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop31h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 1/18

2:00 pm-11:45 am

2 stops28h 45m

$1,390

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 1/24

9:20 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop42h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 2/13

2:00 pm-7:25 pm

2 stops36h 25m

$1,410

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 9/26

10:55 am-2:10 pm

1 stop21h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 10/2

1:50 pm-8:55 am

2 stops25h 05m

$1,414

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town in August.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
OvagoPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Washington, D.C.-Cape Town flights, users find the pricing of Ovago to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Ovago Users can find the same prices on Washington, D.C.-Cape Town flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Ovago >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Washington, D.C.-Cape Town flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Washington, D.C.-Cape Town flights, Cheapflights users trust Ovago the most. Ovago has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Washington, D.C.-Cape Town flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town (average of $1,224). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,930). 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 WAS to CPT?

Find hourly flight availability from Washington, D.C. 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 August 11, 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town as you normally would.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Washington, D.C. to Cape Town flights typically cost between $1,255 and $1,871 in October.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $1,018 on Multiple Airlines (Oct 19-Oct 26).

How often are flights from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town delayed?

About 30% of weekly flights between Washington, D.C. and Cape Town have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 169 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Washington, D.C. to Cape Town flights?

Historically, flights departing in the evening are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Saturday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Monday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Washington, D.C. to Cape Town flights?

Over the last year, United Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 30% of flights being delayed.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town, you should look to book at least 22 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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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 August 11, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town, such as Delta,Qatar Airways, andTurkish Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.8
Good
8,506 reviews

Food

7.2

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

The snacks were not very good, not everyone was very friendly and professional
Delta
7.8
Good
8,506 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,506 reviews

Food

7.2

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

The snacks were not very good, not everyone was very friendly and professional
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,740 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,506 reviews

Food

7.2

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

The snacks were not very good, not everyone was very friendly and professional
Turkish Airlines
7.4
Good
4,480 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,506 reviews

Food

7.2

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

The snacks were not very good, not everyone was very friendly and professional
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,102 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,506 reviews

Food

7.2

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

The snacks were not very good, not everyone was very friendly and professional
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
1,023 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,506 reviews

Food

7.2

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

The snacks were not very good, not everyone was very friendly and professional

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Washington, D.C. 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.?

    For a flight from Washington, D.C. 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. per day. 7 airlines have flights to Cape Town Intl from Washington, D.C. on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town?

    Turkish Airlines, United Airlines, and Delta can get you from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town in just under 25h. Your travel time can differ by up to 15h 35m. The distance from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town is about 7903 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town is Turkish Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $923 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Delta and Ethiopian Air, starting at $964 and $1,014 round-trip. Users have found that Turkish Airlines is 42% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Ethiopian Air, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $763. However, be on the lookout for offers from Turkish Airlines and American Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town?

    While some choose either Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Cape Town Intl or Baltimore/Washington - Cape Town Intl, Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Cape Town Intl is the most popular route from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town?

    While on average a flight from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town is generally $2,453, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $1,080. When looking at the most popular route, (Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Cape Town Intl), you can expect to pay $1,018 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Washington, D.C. 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. to Cape Town?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town (average of $1,224). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,930). 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 7 airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Washington, D.C. 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 August 11, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$923Average$1,123FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
DeltaCheapest$964Average$1,909FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Ethiopian AirCheapest$1,014Average$1,202FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
JetBlueCheapest$1,095Average$2,709FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,130Average$1,578FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,335Average$1,617FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
EmiratesCheapest$1,449Average$1,508FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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