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.

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.

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.

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 20h 45m. The distance from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cape Town is about 7926 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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 40% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cape Town?

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cape Town flight should consider departing on Wednesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 $770. While the most popular route (Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Cape Town Intl) can be booked for $905 on average, our data indicates $1,287 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?

American Airlines, British Airways and Delta are the most popular airlines when flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cape Town.

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cape Town?

Tuesday is generally a great day to depart. Flying on this day could help you save up to 17%.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cape Town?

Our data shows that March tends to be the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport. Users have commonly found prices around $1,457 for the month, but tickets can be as low as $866. Due to multiple factors, prepare for potentially higher prices in December.

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 8 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.

$645+ Flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cape Town

Q: How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cape Town?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment. Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cape Town flights typically cost between $1,123 and $1,421 in October. The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 3 days was $905 on Turkish Airlines (Oct 28-Nov 4).

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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 September 11, 2025.

Tue 10/2810:10 pmIAD - CPT

1 stop31h 40mTurkish Airlines

Tue 11/45:15 pmCPT - IAD

1 stop25h 30mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 9/10

$905

Thu 10/231:30 pmIAD - CPT

1 stop40h 20mTurkish Airlines

Fri 10/315:15 pmCPT - IAD

1 stop33h 00mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 9/10

$907

Mon 10/131:30 pmIAD - CPT

1 stop40h 20mTurkish Airlines

Thu 10/234:35 pmCPT - IAD

1 stop25h 10mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 9/9

$930

Wed 11/59:10 pmIAD - CPT

1 stop31h 40mTurkish Airlines

Mon 11/105:15 pmCPT - IAD

1 stop33h 00mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 9/10

$941

Fri 10/249:40 pmIAD - CPT

1 stop32h 10mTurkish Airlines

Fri 10/315:15 pmCPT - IAD

1 stop25h 30mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 9/10

$944

Mon 10/209:40 pmIAD - CPT

1 stop32h 10mTurkish Airlines

Fri 10/244:35 pmCPT - IAD

1 stop33h 10mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 9/9

$946

Thu 11/209:10 pmIAD - CPT

1 stop31h 40mMultiple Airlines

Fri 11/283:20 pmCPT - IAD

2 stops27h 25mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/10

$961

Mon 11/31:30 pmIAD - CPT

1 stop39h 20mTurkish Airlines

Thu 11/205:15 pmCPT - IAD

1 stop25h 30mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 9/11

$962

Sat 10/257:59 pmIAD - CPT

2 stops52h 01mMultiple Airlines

Sat 11/111:25 pmCPT - IAD

2 stops50h 53mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/10

$968

Tue 11/181:30 pmIAD - CPT

1 stop39h 20mTurkish Airlines

Thu 11/275:15 pmCPT - IAD

1 stop25h 30mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 9/10

$981

Thu 11/69:10 pmIAD - CPT

1 stop31h 40mTurkish Airlines

Thu 11/205:15 pmCPT - IAD

1 stop33h 00mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 9/11

$982

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 September 11, 2025.

Wed 3/41:30 pmIAD - CPT

1 stop39h 20mTurkish Airlines

Thu 3/125:15 pmCPT - IAD

1 stop33h 00mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 9/11

$1,016

Sun 3/811:00 amIAD - CPT

1 stop20h 45mEthiopian Air

Tue 3/171:50 pmCPT - IAD

2 stops25h 10mEthiopian Air

Deal found 9/11

$1,083

Wed 11/195:05 pmIAD - CPT

2 stops36h 05mBritish Airways

Wed 11/266:55 pmCPT - IAD

1 stop27h 40mBritish Airways

Deal found 9/10

$1,229

Sat 1/178:05 pmIAD - CPT

1 stop38h 25mQatar Airways

Fri 1/307:00 amCPT - IAD

2 stops39h 55mQatar Airways

Deal found 9/10

$1,259

Sat 3/71:30 pmIAD - CPT

1 stop39h 20mTurkish Airlines

Thu 3/125:15 pmCPT - IAD

1 stop25h 30mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 9/11

$1,056

Mon 3/210:00 amIAD - CPT

1 stop21h 35mEthiopian Air

Sat 3/141:50 pmCPT - IAD

2 stops25h 10mEthiopian Air

Deal found 9/11

$1,183

Wed 9/241:30 pmIAD - CPT

1 stop40h 20mTurkish Airlines

Sun 9/284:35 pmCPT - IAD

1 stop25h 10mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 9/10

$1,076

Wed 11/199:00 pmIAD - CPT

2 stops32h 10mBritish Airways

Sun 11/308:35 pmCPT - IAD

2 stops29h 55mBritish Airways

Deal found 9/10

$1,267

Mon 3/210:00 amIAD - CPT

1 stop21h 35mEthiopian Air

Fri 3/132:35 pmCPT - IAD

2 stops24h 25mEthiopian Air

Deal found 9/11

$1,183

Fri 11/219:00 pmIAD - CPT

2 stops28h 05mBritish Airways

Wed 11/268:35 pmCPT - IAD

1 stop26h 00mBritish Airways

Deal found 9/9

$1,279

Wed 9/249:20 pmIAD - CPT

2 stops34h 25mEthiopian Air

Sun 9/281:50 pmCPT - IAD

2 stops25h 05mEthiopian Air

Deal found 9/9

$1,233

Last-minute flights from Dulles Intl to Cape Town
Discover last-minute flight deals from Dulles Intl to Cape Town. Data last updated September 11, 2025 and is based on user searches.

Sat 9/201:30 pmIAD - CPT

1 stop40h 20mTurkish Airlines

Sun 9/284:35 pmCPT - IAD

1 stop25h 10mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 9/11

$1,000

Wed 9/241:30 pmIAD - CPT

1 stop40h 20mMultiple Airlines

Wed 10/12:00 pmCPT - IAD

2 stops27h 45mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/11

$1,001

Sun 10/121:30 pmIAD - CPT

1 stop40h 20mTurkish Airlines

Sun 10/194:35 pmCPT - IAD

1 stop25h 10mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 9/11

$1,004

Mon 10/131:30 pmIAD - CPT

1 stop40h 20mTurkish Airlines

Thu 10/234:35 pmCPT - IAD

1 stop25h 10mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 9/9

$930

Mon 10/209:40 pmIAD - CPT

1 stop32h 10mTurkish Airlines

Fri 10/244:35 pmCPT - IAD

1 stop33h 10mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 9/9

$946

Thu 10/231:30 pmIAD - CPT

1 stop40h 20mTurkish Airlines

Fri 10/315:15 pmCPT - IAD

1 stop33h 00mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 9/10

$907

Thu 10/239:40 pmIAD - CPT

1 stop32h 10mMultiple Airlines

Fri 10/313:20 pmCPT - IAD

2 stops27h 25mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/11

$981

Fri 10/249:40 pmIAD - CPT

1 stop32h 10mTurkish Airlines

Fri 10/315:15 pmCPT - IAD

1 stop25h 30mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 9/10

$944

Sat 10/257:59 pmIAD - CPT

2 stops52h 01mMultiple Airlines

Sat 11/111:25 pmCPT - IAD

2 stops50h 53mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/10

$968

Tue 10/2810:10 pmIAD - CPT

1 stop31h 40mTurkish Airlines

Tue 11/45:15 pmCPT - IAD

1 stop25h 30mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 9/10

$905

Tue 10/2810:10 pmIAD - CPT

1 stop31h 40mMultiple Airlines

Tue 11/43:20 pmCPT - IAD

2 stops27h 25mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/10

$961

One-way flights from Dulles Intl to Cape Town
Search for one-way flight options from Dulles Intl to Cape Town. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated September 11, 2025.

Thu 9/1810:05 pmIAD - CPT

2 stops42h 30mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/10

$645

Sun 10/126:15 amIAD - CPT

3 stops58h 20mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/11

$677

Mon 10/136:04 amIAD - CPT

3 stops58h 41mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/11

$683

Mon 10/276:15 amIAD - CPT

3 stops42h 30mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/8

$694

Thu 10/1610:05 pmIAD - CPT

2 stops38h 50mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/9

$695

Fri 1/239:10 pmIAD - CPT

2 stops31h 55mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/9

$702

Sat 9/2010:05 pmIAD - CPT

2 stops38h 50mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/11

$705

Fri 9/1910:05 pmIAD - CPT

2 stops34h 30mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/11

$720

Mon 11/109:10 pmIAD - CPT

2 stops36h 35mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/11

$723

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IAD - CPT

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Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 3/4

1:30 pm-11:50 am

1 stop39h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 3/12

5:15 pm-8:15 pm

1 stop33h 00m

$1,016

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 3/7

1:30 pm-11:50 am

1 stop39h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 3/12

5:15 pm-12:45 pm

1 stop25h 30m

$1,056

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 9/24

1:30 pm-11:50 am

1 stop40h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 9/28

4:35 pm-11:45 am

1 stop25h 10m

$1,076

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 3/8

11:00 am-1:45 pm

1 stop20h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 3/17

1:50 pm-9:00 am

2 stops25h 10m

$1,083

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 3/2

10:00 am-2:35 pm

1 stop21h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 3/14

1:50 pm-9:00 am

2 stops25h 10m

$1,183

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 3/2

10:00 am-2:35 pm

1 stop21h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 3/13

2:35 pm-9:00 am

2 stops24h 25m

$1,183

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 11/19

5:05 pm-12:10 pm

2 stops36h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 11/26

6:55 pm-3:35 pm

1 stop27h 40m

$1,229

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 9/24

9:20 pm-1:45 pm

2 stops34h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 9/28

1:50 pm-8:55 am

2 stops25h 05m

$1,233

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 1/17

8:05 pm-5:30 pm

1 stop38h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 1/30

7:00 am-3:55 pm

2 stops39h 55m

$1,259

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 11/19

9:00 pm-12:10 pm

2 stops32h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 11/30

8:35 pm-7:30 pm

2 stops29h 55m

$1,267

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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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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 82 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 $1,292). Flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl 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.

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.

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

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

8.0

Very good

7,960 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

Delta

8.0

Very good

7,960 reviews

Delta

8.0

Very good

7,960 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

United Airlines

7.4

Good

8,937 reviews

Delta

8.0

Very good

7,960 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

Turkish Airlines

7.3

Good

3,968 reviews

Delta

8.0

Very good

7,960 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

Ethiopian Air

7.2

Good

861 reviews

Delta

8.0

Very good

7,960 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

British Airways

6.7

Okay

7,361 reviews

Delta

8.0

Very good

7,960 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

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 8 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 20h 45m. The distance from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cape Town is about 7926 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.
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 40% 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 $770. While the most popular route (Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Cape Town Intl) can be booked for $905 on average, our data indicates $1,287 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 $1,292). Flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl 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 8 airlines flying from Dulles Intl to Cape Town

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Turkish Airlines	Cheapest$850	Average$1,045	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$1,213	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time72%
United Airlines	Cheapest$1,312	Average$1,510	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%
KLM	Cheapest$1,347	Average$1,552	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%
Emirates	Cheapest$1,357	Average$1,517	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%
Delta	Cheapest$1,398	Average$1,608	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A

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$645+ Cheap flights from Dulles Intl (IAD) to Cape Town (CPT)

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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl to Cape Town Intl are usually found in September or May, booked 82 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Friday and return on a Wednesday

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