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

Istanbul (IST) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 50% of 1-stop itineraries from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cape Town on Cheapflights.

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

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

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

About 36% of weekly flights between Washington, D.C. and Cape Town have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 178 minutes.

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

Flights via Dubai (DXB) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 23h 55m.

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

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

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.

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

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

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 36% of flights being delayed.

How long is the flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cape Town?

Departing from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cape Town will take you 18h 23m. The distance from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cape Town is about 7926 mi.

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

Turkish Airlines, at $850, was found to be the cheapest airline from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cape Town.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include American Airlines and British Airways. Users have found that Turkish Airlines is 39% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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.

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).

What are the cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cape Town?

Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $1,188. While the most popular route (Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Cape Town Intl) can be booked for $918 on average, our data indicates $1,362 when flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cape Town.

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cape Town?

United Airlines, Ethiopian Air and Turkish Airlines are the most popular airlines when flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cape Town.

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What airport do you fly into for flights to Cape Town from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl?

Located just 9.7 mi from the city center, Cape Town Intl is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Cape Town from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl. Booking flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl to Cape Town Intl (CPT) should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily inbound flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl from 7 different airlines.

Can I find deals for flights from Dulles Intl to Cape Town that include hotel bookings?

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

How can I find direct flights from Dulles Intl to Cape Town?

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

Can I find deals for business class flights from Dulles Intl to Cape Town?

Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Dulles Intl 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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One-way from	$533 (Kiwi.com)
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Average price	$1,384
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Cheapest flights from Dulles Intl to Cape Town
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Dulles Intl to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on octubre 27, 2025.

dom. 11/210:00 amIAD - CPT

1 stop20h 45mEthiopian Air

jue. 11/131:50 pmCPT - IAD

2 stops25h 10mEthiopian Air

Deal found 10/25

$1,098

vie. 11/2110:00 amIAD - CPT

1 stop21h 35mEthiopian Air

vie. 11/282:35 pmCPT - IAD

2 stops24h 25mEthiopian Air

Deal found 10/25

$1,101

mié. 12/101:30 pmIAD - CPT

1 stop39h 20mTurkish Airlines

mié. 12/175:15 pmCPT - IAD

1 stop25h 30mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 10/26

$1,105

mié. 12/2410:00 amIAD - CPT

1 stop21h 35mEthiopian Air

dom. 1/111:50 pmCPT - IAD

2 stops25h 10mEthiopian Air

Deal found 10/25

$1,109

lun. 10/2711:00 amIAD - CPT

2 stops42h 45mMultiple Airlines

lun. 11/32:35 pmCPT - IAD

2 stops24h 25mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 10/27

$1,112

sáb. 11/1510:00 amIAD - CPT

1 stop21h 35mEthiopian Air

vie. 11/212:35 pmCPT - IAD

2 stops24h 25mEthiopian Air

Deal found 10/26

$1,113

jue. 12/41:30 pmIAD - CPT

2 stops61h 15mMultiple Airlines

sáb. 12/135:15 pmCPT - IAD

1 stop33h 05mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 10/26

$1,116

mar. 12/91:30 pmIAD - CPT

2 stops44h 50mMultiple Airlines

vie. 12/123:20 pmCPT - IAD

2 stops27h 25mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 10/26

$1,125

mié. 10/2911:00 amIAD - CPT

1 stop21h 35mMultiple Airlines

lun. 11/104:40 pmCPT - IAD

3 stops46h 20mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 10/26

$1,129

sáb. 11/151:30 pmIAD - CPT

1 stop39h 20mTurkish Airlines

vie. 11/215:15 pmCPT - IAD

1 stop33h 05mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 10/25

$1,130

Best flights from Dulles Intl to Cape Town
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Dulles Intl to Cape Town that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated octubre 27, 2025.

mar. 12/301:30 pmIAD - CPT

1 stop39h 20mMultiple Airlines

dom. 1/116:25 pmCPT - IAD

2 stops48h 20mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 10/26

$1,318

jue. 11/65:52 pmIAD - CPT

1 stop18h 23mDelta

jue. 11/139:30 pmCPT - IAD

1 stop21h 09mDelta

Deal found 10/25

$1,351

dom. 11/210:40 amIAD - CPT

1 stop23h 50mQatar Airways

jue. 11/1312:35 pmCPT - IAD

1 stop34h 20mQatar Airways

Deal found 10/25

$1,459

lun. 12/810:55 pmIAD - CPT

1 stop25h 45mUnited Airlines

vie. 2/68:50 pmCPT - IAD

Nonstop16h 10mUnited Airlines

Deal found 10/27

$1,470

sáb. 11/89:00 amIAD - CPT

1 stop27h 15mDelta

dom. 11/169:30 pmCPT - IAD

1 stop26h 34mDelta

Deal found 10/25

$1,351

lun. 1/126:00 pmIAD - CPT

1 stop34h 00mMultiple Airlines

vie. 1/238:50 pmCPT - IAD

Nonstop16h 10mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 10/25

$1,443

sáb. 11/86:45 pmIAD - CPT

Nonstop14h 25mUnited Airlines

mar. 11/189:30 amCPT - IAD

1 stop41h 35mUnited Airlines

Deal found 10/25

$1,490

jue. 11/612:09 pmIAD - CPT

2 stops24h 06mDelta

dom. 11/169:30 pmCPT - IAD

2 stops25h 53mDelta

Deal found 10/25

$1,356

vie. 11/77:59 pmIAD - CPT

2 stops40h 16mDelta

lun. 11/179:30 pmCPT - IAD

2 stops25h 53mDelta

Deal found 10/25

$1,369

sáb. 1/177:49 pmIAD - CPT

2 stops27h 01mDelta

vie. 1/3011:45 pmCPT - IAD

2 stops30h 21mDelta

Deal found 10/25

$1,385

Last-minute flights from Dulles Intl to Cape Town
Discover last-minute flight deals from Dulles Intl to Cape Town. Data last updated octubre 27, 2025 and is based on user searches.

lun. 10/2711:00 amIAD - CPT

2 stops42h 45mMultiple Airlines

lun. 11/32:35 pmCPT - IAD

2 stops24h 25mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 10/27

$1,112

mié. 10/2911:00 amIAD - CPT

1 stop21h 35mMultiple Airlines

lun. 11/104:40 pmCPT - IAD

3 stops46h 20mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 10/26

$1,129

vie. 10/3111:00 amIAD - CPT

1 stop21h 35mEthiopian Air

mar. 11/111:50 pmCPT - IAD

2 stops25h 10mEthiopian Air

Deal found 10/26

$1,151

dom. 11/210:00 amIAD - CPT

1 stop20h 45mEthiopian Air

jue. 11/131:50 pmCPT - IAD

2 stops25h 10mEthiopian Air

Deal found 10/25

$1,098

mié. 11/58:40 pmIAD - CPT

2 stops34h 05mEthiopian Air

sáb. 11/151:50 pmCPT - IAD

2 stops25h 10mEthiopian Air

Deal found 10/25

$1,134

vie. 11/710:00 amIAD - CPT

1 stop21h 35mEthiopian Air

vie. 11/142:35 pmCPT - IAD

2 stops24h 25mEthiopian Air

Deal found 10/25

$1,135

sáb. 11/810:00 amIAD - CPT

1 stop21h 35mEthiopian Air

lun. 11/172:35 pmCPT - IAD

2 stops24h 25mEthiopian Air

Deal found 10/25

$1,133

lun. 11/101:30 pmIAD - CPT

2 stops44h 50mMultiple Airlines

dom. 11/235:15 pmCPT - IAD

1 stop33h 05mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 10/26

$1,139

sáb. 11/1510:00 amIAD - CPT

1 stop21h 35mEthiopian Air

vie. 11/212:35 pmCPT - IAD

2 stops24h 25mEthiopian Air

Deal found 10/26

$1,113

sáb. 11/151:30 pmIAD - CPT

1 stop39h 20mTurkish Airlines

vie. 11/215:15 pmCPT - IAD

1 stop33h 05mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 10/25

$1,130

vie. 11/2110:00 amIAD - CPT

1 stop21h 35mEthiopian Air

vie. 11/282:35 pmCPT - IAD

2 stops24h 25mEthiopian Air

Deal found 10/25

$1,101

sáb. 11/2210:00 amIAD - CPT

1 stop21h 35mEthiopian Air

vie. 12/52:35 pmCPT - IAD

2 stops24h 25mEthiopian Air

Deal found 10/26

$1,147

One-way flights from Dulles Intl to Cape Town
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lun. 11/176:00 amIAD - CPT

3 stops41h 45mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 10/26

$533

sáb. 11/1512:00 pmIAD - CPT

2 stops50h 50mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 10/25

$556

lun. 11/105:44 pmIAD - CPT

3 stops57h 16mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 10/27

$645

dom. 11/2310:30 pmIAD - CPT

3 stops49h 15mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 10/26

$646

mié. 1/146:00 amIAD - CPT

3 stops57h 20mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 10/26

$657

jue. 1/155:35 amIAD - CPT

3 stops54h 05mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 10/26

$704

lun. 11/109:15 pmIAD - CPT

1 stop31h 35mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 10/25

$736

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IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

mar. 12/30

1:30 pm-11:50 am

1 stop39h 20m

Cape Town Intl

dom. 1/11

6:25 pm-11:45 am

2 stops48h 20m

$1,318

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

jue. 11/6

5:52 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop18h 23m

Cape Town Intl

jue. 11/13

9:30 pm-11:39 am

1 stop21h 09m

$1,351

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

sáb. 11/8

9:00 am-7:15 pm

1 stop27h 15m

Cape Town Intl

dom. 11/16

9:30 pm-5:04 pm

1 stop26h 34m

$1,351

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

jue. 11/6

12:09 pm-7:15 pm

2 stops24h 06m

Cape Town Intl

dom. 11/16

9:30 pm-4:23 pm

2 stops25h 53m

$1,356

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

vie. 11/7

7:59 pm-7:15 pm

2 stops40h 16m

Cape Town Intl

lun. 11/17

9:30 pm-4:23 pm

2 stops25h 53m

$1,369

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

sáb. 1/17

7:49 pm-5:50 am

2 stops27h 01m

Cape Town Intl

vie. 1/30

11:45 pm-11:06 pm

2 stops30h 21m

$1,385

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

lun. 1/12

6:00 pm-11:00 am

1 stop34h 00m

Cape Town Intl

vie. 1/23

8:50 pm-6:00 am

Nonstop16h 10m

$1,443

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

dom. 11/2

10:40 am-5:30 pm

1 stop23h 50m

Cape Town Intl

jue. 11/13

12:35 pm-3:55 pm

1 stop34h 20m

$1,459

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

lun. 12/8

10:55 pm-7:40 am

1 stop25h 45m

Cape Town Intl

vie. 2/6

8:50 pm-6:00 am

Nonstop16h 10m

$1,470

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

sáb. 11/8

6:45 pm-4:10 pm

Nonstop14h 25m

Cape Town Intl

mar. 11/18

9:30 am-8:05 pm

1 stop41h 35m

$1,490

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FlightHub	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
Ovago	Price Accuracy2 stars	Trust Score*2 stars
eDreams	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
Expedia	Price Accuracy2 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
AranGrant	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
Cheapfaremart	Price Accuracy-	Trust Score*1 star
JustAirTicket	Price Accuracy-	Trust Score*3 stars

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Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport-Cape Town flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport-Cape Town flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport-Cape Town flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport-Cape Town flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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. Dulles Intl Airport-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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How far ahead should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cape Town?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cape Town, you should look to book at least 60 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. Dulles Intl Airport to Cape Town?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cape Town (average of $850). Flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,345). 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 IAD to CPT?

When flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl 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 24% versus a flight in the afternoon.

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

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

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IAD

For evening departures, expect the check-in area to be swarmed. Arrive early to navigate potential crowds efficiently.

CPT

Use Uber or Bolt for a convenient and inexpensive ride from CPT to Cape Town. They offer various sizes for different travel needs.

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Reviews of airlines servicing Cape Town

Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, United Airlines, and Turkish Airlines from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cape Town. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Delta

7.9

Good

7,995 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.

Delta

7.9

Good

7,995 reviews

Delta

7.9

Good

7,995 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

United Airlines

7.4

Good

8,997 reviews

Delta

7.9

Good

7,995 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

Turkish Airlines

7.3

Good

4,030 reviews

Delta

7.9

Good

7,995 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

Ethiopian Air

7.2

Good

877 reviews

Delta

7.9

Good

7,995 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

British Airways

6.7

Okay

7,476 reviews

Delta

7.9

Good

7,995 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

Related info for your journey

What airport do you fly into for flights to Cape Town from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl?
Located just 9.7 mi from the city center, Cape Town Intl is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Cape Town from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl. Booking flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl to Cape Town Intl (CPT) should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily inbound flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl from 7 different airlines.
How long is the flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cape Town?
Departing from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cape Town will take you 18h 23m. The distance from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cape Town is about 7926 mi.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cape Town round-trip?
Turkish Airlines, at $850, was found to be the cheapest airline from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cape Town.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include American Airlines and British Airways. Users have found that Turkish Airlines is 39% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.
What are the cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cape Town?
Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $1,188. While the most popular route (Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Cape Town Intl) can be booked for $918 on average, our data indicates $1,362 when flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cape Town.
Can I find deals for flights from Dulles Intl to Cape Town that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Dulles Intl to Cape Town flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Dulles Intl to Cape Town?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Dulles Intl to Cape Town.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Dulles Intl to Cape Town?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Dulles Intl 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. Dulles Intl Airport to Cape Town?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cape Town (average of $850). Flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,345). 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 Dulles Intl to Cape Town

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Turkish Airlines	Cheapest$850	Average$1,035	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%
American Airlines	Cheapest$910	Average$1,109	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%
British Airways	Cheapest$914	Average$1,212	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time70%
Ethiopian Air	Cheapest$961	Average$1,217	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time72%
United Airlines	Cheapest$1,312	Average$1,535	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%
Emirates	Cheapest$1,357	Average$1,517	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%
Delta	Cheapest$1,387	Average$1,616	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A

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