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$587+ Cheap flights from Washington 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 1/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SEA — CPT
Dec 18 — Dec 251
Thu 12/18
Thu 12/25
1 adult, Economy
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Washington to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 18, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/17. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/195:45 pmPDX - CPT
1 stop28h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/37:00 pmCPT - PDX
1 stop30h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/17$1,349
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/191:40 pmPDX - CPT
2 stops32h 25mAmerican Airlines
Sat 1/310:10 pmCPT - PDX
2 stops34h 06mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/18$1,364
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/17. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/182:35 pmSEA - CPT
2 stops33h 25mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/2512:30 pmCPT - SEA
2 stops62h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/17$1,389
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/17. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/48:10 amSEA - CPT
1 stop22h 00mUnited Airlines
Sat 12/208:50 pmCPT - SEA
1 stop24h 51mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/17$1,407
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/17. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/2710:35 amPDX - CPT
2 stops39h 35mBritish Airways
Thu 1/1510:10 pmCPT - PDX
2 stops32h 37mBritish Airways
Deal found 11/17$1,472
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/17. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/271:00 pmPDX - CPT
1 stop20h 15mDelta
Thu 1/1511:45 pmCPT - PDX
2 stops44h 49mDelta
Deal found 11/17$1,502
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/17. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/411:55 pmSEA - CPT
2 stops28h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sat 12/201:50 pmCPT - SEA
3 stops36h 07mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/17$1,755
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/17. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/184:05 pmSEA - CPT
1 stop32h 25mQatar Airways
Tue 11/2512:35 pmCPT - SEA
1 stop33h 05mQatar Airways
Deal found 11/17$1,779
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/16. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/1612:20 amSEA - CPT
2 stops28h 15mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/242:35 pmCPT - SEA
3 stops40h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/16$1,808
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/16. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/174:05 pmSEA - CPT
1 stop32h 25mQatar Airways
Mon 11/247:00 pmCPT - SEA
1 stop26h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 11/16$1,845
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/16. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/237:11 pmSEA - CPT
2 stops54h 59mBritish Airways
Thu 1/158:45 pmCPT - SEA
1 stop24h 45mBritish Airways
Deal found 11/16$1,854
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/16. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/155:45 pmPDX - CPT
1 stop32h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/37:00 pmCPT - PDX
1 stop30h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/16$1,960

Cheap flight deals from Washington to Cape Town

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Washington to Cape Town flight deals. Data was last updated November 18, 2025.

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Round-trip from

$1,041
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One-way from

$587
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January

Average price

$1,672
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Washington 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 18, 2025.
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SeattleCape Town

SEA - CPT

SEACPT

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Mon 2/16

4:05 pm-5:25 pm

1 stop39h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 3/2

12:35 pm-11:40 am

1 stop33h 05m

$1,044

SeattleCape Town

SEA - CPT

SEACPT

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Tue 3/10

5:05 pm-10:30 am

1 stop32h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 5/14

1:00 pm-12:45 pm

1 stop32h 45m

$1,145

SeattleCape Town

SEA - CPT

SEACPT

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Wed 3/11

5:05 pm-10:30 am

1 stop32h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 5/14

1:00 pm-12:45 pm

1 stop32h 45m

$1,145

SeattleCape Town

SEA - CPT

SEACPT

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Sun 3/8

5:05 pm-10:30 am

1 stop32h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 5/14

1:00 pm-12:45 pm

1 stop32h 45m

$1,145

SeattleCape Town

SEA - CPT

SEACPT

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Wed 3/11

5:05 pm-10:30 am

1 stop32h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 5/13

1:00 pm-12:45 pm

1 stop32h 45m

$1,145

SeattleCape Town

SEA - CPT

SEACPT

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Tue 3/10

5:05 pm-10:30 am

1 stop32h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 5/12

1:00 pm-12:45 pm

1 stop32h 45m

$1,145

SeattleCape Town

SEA - CPT

SEACPT

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Sun 3/8

5:05 pm-10:30 am

1 stop32h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 5/15

1:00 pm-12:45 pm

1 stop32h 45m

$1,145

SeattleCape Town

SEA - CPT

SEACPT

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Thu 3/12

5:05 pm-10:30 am

1 stop32h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 5/15

1:00 pm-12:45 pm

1 stop32h 45m

$1,145

SeattleCape Town

SEA - CPT

SEACPT

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Mon 3/9

5:05 pm-10:30 am

1 stop32h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 5/13

1:00 pm-12:45 pm

1 stop32h 45m

$1,145

SeattleCape Town

SEA - CPT

SEACPT

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Sun 3/15

5:05 pm-10:30 am

1 stop32h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 3/19

12:35 pm-12:40 pm

1 stop33h 05m

$1,146

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Best time to book a flight from Washington to Cape Town

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Washington to Cape Town

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from State of Washington to Cape Town?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from State of Washington to Cape Town (average of $1,027). Flying from State of Washington to Cape Town in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,503). 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 WA to CPT?

Find hourly flight availability from Washington 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 18, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from State of Washington to Cape Town in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 29% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from State of Washington to Cape Town?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Washington to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their State of Washington to Cape Town flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Washington 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?

    Cape Town Intl (CPT) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Washington to Cape Town. It is only a 9.7 mi journey from Cape Town Intl (CPT) to Cape Town’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from State of Washington to Cape Town?

    Airlines like Qatar Airways, American Airlines, and Virgin Atlantic fly from State of Washington to Cape Town in about 26h 25m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 12h 55m. There are 10244 mi between State of Washington and Cape Town. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the most popular routes from State of Washington to Cape Town?

    While some choose either Portland - Cape Town Intl or Pasco Tri Cities - Cape Town Intl, Seattle/Tacoma Intl - Cape Town Intl is the most popular route from State of Washington to Cape Town.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Washington 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 to Cape Town.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Washington to Cape Town?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Washington 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 State of Washington to Cape Town?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from State of Washington to Cape Town (average of $1,027). Flying from State of Washington to Cape Town in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,503). 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 to Cape Town

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Washington 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 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,023Average$1,312FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,027Average$1,212FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,245Average$1,520FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
British AirwaysCheapest$1,436Average$1,684FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
KLMCheapest$1,575Average$1,809FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$1,650Average$1,881FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$1,653Average$1,901FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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