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$678+ 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 11/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
WAS — CPT
Dec 6 — Dec 131
Sat 12/6
Sat 12/13
1 adult, Economy
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Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

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eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$1,160
(IEagle)

One-way from

$678
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,436

Good round-trip deal

$1,486 or less
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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 November 6, 2025.

This IEagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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.
Mon 12/110:00 amIAD - CPT
1 stop21h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sat 12/138:00 amCPT - IAD
3 stops31h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/3$1,160
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/281:30 pmIAD - CPT
2 stops50h 20mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/56:05 amCPT - IAD
2 stops36h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/4$1,171
This IEagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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.
Tue 12/210:00 amIAD - CPT
2 stops25h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/141:50 pmCPT - IAD
2 stops25h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/3$1,177
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/41:30 pmIAD - CPT
1 stop39h 20mTurkish Airlines
Tue 11/115:15 pmCPT - IAD
1 stop33h 05mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 11/3$1,179
This IEagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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.
Tue 11/410:00 amIAD - CPT
2 stops42h 45mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/111:50 pmCPT - IAD
2 stops25h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/3$1,191
This IEagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 IEagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/1110:00 amIAD - CPT
2 stops42h 45mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/262:35 pmCPT - IAD
2 stops24h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/4$1,194
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/158:40 pmIAD - CPT
2 stops34h 05mEthiopian Air
Fri 11/212:35 pmCPT - IAD
2 stops24h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 11/4$1,206
This IEagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 11/610:00 amIAD - CPT
2 stops43h 45mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/113:25 pmCPT - IAD
2 stops47h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/3$1,211
This IEagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 IEagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/2110:00 amIAD - CPT
2 stops25h 15mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/242:35 pmCPT - IAD
2 stops24h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/4$1,224
This IEagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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.
Wed 11/510:00 amIAD - CPT
1 stop21h 35mEthiopian Air
Fri 11/72:35 pmCPT - IAD
2 stops35h 30mEthiopian Air
Deal found 11/3$1,225
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/810:00 amIAD - CPT
1 stop21h 35mEthiopian Air
Mon 11/102:35 pmCPT - IAD
2 stops24h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 11/4$1,226
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/238:35 pmBWI - CPT
1 stop28h 30mBritish Airways
Sat 12/67:00 pmCPT - BWI
1 stop30h 45mBritish Airways
Deal found 11/6$1,265

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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 November 6, 2025.
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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BaltimoreCape Town

BWI - CPT

BWICPT

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 3/18

9:35 pm-8:05 am

1 stop28h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 3/25

6:55 pm-7:45 pm

1 stop30h 50m

$1,210

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 1/29

1:30 pm-11:50 am

1 stop39h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 2/14

5:15 pm-11:45 am

1 stop25h 30m

$1,225

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 1/27

10:00 am-1:45 pm

1 stop20h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 2/13

2:35 pm-8:00 am

2 stops24h 25m

$1,234

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

DCA - CPT

DCACPT

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 3/18

6:00 am-12:10 pm

2 stops24h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 3/25

6:55 pm-4:29 pm

2 stops27h 34m

$1,263

BaltimoreCape Town

BWI - CPT

BWICPT

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 1/29

8:35 pm-8:05 am

1 stop28h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 2/12

6:55 pm-6:45 pm

1 stop30h 50m

$1,273

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 1/29

8:40 pm-1:00 pm

2 stops33h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 2/11

2:35 pm-8:00 am

2 stops24h 25m

$1,284

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 1/29

8:40 pm-1:00 pm

2 stops33h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 2/15

1:50 pm-8:00 am

2 stops25h 10m

$1,284

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 1/29

8:40 pm-1:00 pm

2 stops33h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 2/10

1:50 pm-8:00 am

2 stops25h 10m

$1,284

BaltimoreCape Town

BWI - CPT

BWICPT

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 3/2

4:45 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop19h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 3/20

9:30 pm-8:32 pm

1 stop29h 02m

$1,302

BaltimoreCape Town

BWI - CPT

BWICPT

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 2/8

11:17 am-7:15 pm

1 stop24h 58m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 2/22

9:30 pm-5:56 pm

1 stop27h 26m

$1,302

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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 November.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
OvagoPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star

*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 eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Washington, D.C.-Cape Town flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >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 eDreams the most. eDreams 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.

Best time to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Cape Town from Washington, D.C. with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on October 31, 2025.

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 85 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.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town (average of $850). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,351). 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 November 6, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 16% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town?

Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

Addis Ababa (ADD) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 50% of 1-stop itineraries from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

Istanbul (IST) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $1,101.

What’s the fastest layover option from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via Addis Ababa (ADD) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 21h 40m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Dubai (DXB) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 25m.

The best insider tips for Washington, D.C. to Cape Town flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Washington, D.C. to Cape Town trip
Airports
IAD

For evening departures at IAD, expect crowded check-in areas. Arrive early to navigate long lines and ensure a smooth start to your journey.

Read more about IADby Ramsey Qubein
CPT

Upon arriving at CPT, use Uber or Bolt for a quick, convenient ride into Cape Town. It's cost-effective and available in various sizes for different luggage needs.

Read more about CPTby John Walton
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John Walton

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Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

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Ramsey Qubein

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

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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 November 6, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town, such as Delta, United Airlines, and Turkish Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,001 reviews

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,001 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,001 reviews

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,007 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,001 reviews

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,032 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,001 reviews

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,040 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,001 reviews

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
893 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,001 reviews

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

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  • 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?

    British Airways, Turkish Airlines, and Ethiopian Air can get you from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town in just under 20h 45m. Your travel time can differ by up to 18h 35m. The distance from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town is about 7926 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 $850 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are American Airlines and British Airways, starting at $910 and $914 round-trip. Users have found that Turkish Airlines is 41% 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 British Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $850. However, be on the lookout for offers from Qatar Airways 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 $1,536, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $1,338. When looking at the most popular route, (Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Cape Town Intl), you can expect to pay $918 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town (average of $850). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,351). 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 November 6, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$850Average$1,036FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
American AirlinesCheapest$910Average$1,109FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
British AirwaysCheapest$914Average$1,296FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$961Average$1,220FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
DeltaCheapest$1,192Average$1,627FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$1,312Average$1,530FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
EmiratesCheapest$1,357Average$1,517FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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