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 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 26% of flights being delayed.

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

About 26% of weekly flights between Washington, D.C. and Cape Town have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 176 minutes.

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.

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 41h 40m. 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 $923, 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 Delta and Ethiopian Air. 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. Dulles Intl Airport to Cape Town one-way?

One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $762 on Qatar Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Ethiopian Air from $771 and Turkish Airlines from $877 one-way.

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 $1,092. While the most popular route (Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Cape Town Intl) can be booked for $978 on average, our data indicates $1,567 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 Delta are the most popular airlines when flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cape Town.

Most accurate provider : When it comes to deals on Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport-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. Dulles Intl Airport-Cape Town flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Ovago >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 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. Dulles Intl Airport-Cape Town flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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.

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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 October 24, 2026.

Sat 11/72:30 pm -

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$890

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$972

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$999

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$1,018

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Deal found 10/21

$1,028

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$1,049

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$1,050

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$1,079

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 October 24, 2026.

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$1,203

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Deal found 10/23

$1,371

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Deal found 10/22

$1,616

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Deal found 10/20

$1,233

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1 stop33h 10m

Deal found 10/23

$1,238

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Deal found 10/19

$1,420

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1 stop39h 35m

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Deal found 10/19

$1,407

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2 stops33h 55m

Deal found 10/22

$1,571

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Nonstop14h 25m

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$1,825

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Deal found 10/20

$1,435

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1 stop27h 45m

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$1,825

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Nonstop14h 25m

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1 stop38h 40m

Deal found 10/19

$1,738

Last-minute flights from Dulles Intl to Cape Town
Discover last-minute flight deals from Dulles Intl to Cape Town. Data last updated October 24, 2026 and is based on user searches.

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$1,099

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$890

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$999

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$1,018

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$1,028

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Deal found 10/24

$1,050

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$1,049

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1 stop42h 40m

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1 stop25h 30m

Deal found 10/21

$1,079

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 October 24, 2026.

Thu 10/2910:20 pm -

1 stop42h 40m

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$686

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$689

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$708

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$750

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$753

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1 stop41h 40m

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$755

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$756

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3 stops31h 55m

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Deal found 10/24

$764

Mon 4/129:45 pm -

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Deal found 10/22

$767

Find flight deals from Dulles Intl to Cape Town

Most accurate provider	Ovago 3 stars
Most trusted provider	Ovago 3 stars
Round-trip from	$890 (eDestinos)
One-way from	$686 (eDestinos)
Popular in	December
Cheapest in	November
Average price	$1,486
Good round-trip deal	$1,610 or less
Good one-way deal	$1,092 or less

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

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Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 11/5

2:25 pm-6:55 pm

2 stops45h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-5:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$777

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

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

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Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 11/29

9:20 pm-4:45 pm

2 stops36h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-5:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$887

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

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

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Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 1/8

2:25 pm-1:00 pm

2 stops63h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-5:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$907

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

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

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Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 11/21

8:05 pm-10:30 am

1 stop31h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-5:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$930

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

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

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 1/4

1:30 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop26h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-5:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$980

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

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

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 2/9

6:00 am-11:40 am

3 stops46h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-5:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$1,103

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

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

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 10/29

6:00 am-11:40 am

3 stops47h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-5:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$1,103

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

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

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 11/7

10:20 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop41h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 11/25

2:00 pm-11:45 am

2 stops52h 45m

$1,203

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

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

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 11/18

9:20 pm-2:35 pm

2 stops58h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 11/30

5:15 pm-7:25 pm

1 stop33h 10m

$1,233

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

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

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 11/10

1:30 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop39h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 11/16

5:15 pm-7:25 pm

1 stop33h 10m

$1,238

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Dulles Intl to Cape Town in October.

Provider	Price Accuracy	Trust Score*
Ovago	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
FlightHub	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
AranGrant	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
Expedia	Price Accuracy1 star	Trust 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. Dulles Intl Airport-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. Dulles Intl Airport-Cape Town flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Ovago >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 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. 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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Everything you need to know about your flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cape Town

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Delays

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 67 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cape Town (average of $1,313). Flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,997). 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 decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 $1,272 and $1,590 in November.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $890 on Turkish Airlines (Nov 7-Nov 12).

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

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Expert on CPT

Independent aviation journalist John Walton took his first flight at eight weeks old and hasn’t stopped travelling since. A world-renowned expert in airlines and the passenger experience, he writes in depth on aviation, is a resident expert on travel in Japan and France, and offers a uniquely queer perspective on travelling the world.

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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.

Read reviews from past customers who have flown Emirates,Delta, andQatar Airways 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.

Emirates

8.1

Very good

3,688 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0

Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.

Emirates

8.1

Very good

3,688 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very good

3,688 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0

Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.

Delta

7.8

Good

8,678 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very good

3,688 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0

Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.

Qatar Airways

7.3

Good

3,709 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very good

3,688 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0

Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.

United Airlines

7.3

Good

10,432 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very good

3,688 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0

Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.

Ethiopian Air

7.1

Good

1,045 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very good

3,688 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0

Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.

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 41h 40m. 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 $923, 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 Delta and Ethiopian Air. 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. Dulles Intl Airport to Cape Town one-way?
One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $762 on Qatar Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Ethiopian Air from $771 and Turkish Airlines from $877 one-way.
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 $1,092. While the most popular route (Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Cape Town Intl) can be booked for $978 on average, our data indicates $1,567 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cape Town (average of $1,313). Flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,997). 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$923	Average$1,063	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%
Delta	Cheapest$964	Average$2,100	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A
Ethiopian Air	Cheapest$1,018	Average$1,270	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time72%
JetBlue	Cheapest$1,095	Average$2,709	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time62%
United Airlines	Cheapest$1,328	Average$1,655	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%
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$686+ Cheap flights from Dulles Intl (IAD) to Cape Town (CPT)

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Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cape Town flights typically cost between $1,272 and $1,590 in November.The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $890 on Turkish Airlines (Nov 7-Nov 12).

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About 26% of weekly flights between Washington, D.C. and Cape Town have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 176 minutes.

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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.

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Over the last year, United Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 26% of flights being delayed.

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Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cape Town flights typically cost between $1,272 and $1,590 in November.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $890 on Turkish Airlines (Nov 7-Nov 12).