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$574+ Cheap flights from Washington to Cape Town (CPT)

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SEA — CPT
Aug 5 — Aug 121
Tue 8/5
Tue 8/12
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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 July 31, 2025.

Round-trip from

$985
(oojo)

One-way from

$574
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$2,087
From Washington to Cape Town Intl
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Cheapest flights from Washington to Cape Town
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 July 31, 2025.

This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 CrystalTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/217:10 pmSEA - CPT
1 stop31h 40mTurkish Airlines
Wed 10/14:35 pmCPT - SEA
1 stop33h 40mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 7/30$1,035
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
Wed 11/54:05 pmSEA - CPT
1 stop32h 25mQatar Airways
Thu 11/2012:35 pmCPT - SEA
1 stop33h 05mQatar Airways
Deal found 7/31$1,040
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
Sun 9/211:24 pmPDX - CPT
2 stops36h 26mQatar Airways
Wed 10/11:00 pmCPT - PDX
2 stops42h 47mQatar Airways
Deal found 7/30$1,065
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/54:05 pmSEA - CPT
1 stop32h 25mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/193:15 pmCPT - SEA
2 stops30h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/31$1,202
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/131:05 pmPSC - CPT
2 stops36h 45mQatar Airways
Sat 9/201:00 pmCPT - PSC
2 stops44h 08mQatar Airways
Deal found 7/30$1,252
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
Sat 11/83:50 pmPDX - CPT
2 stops30h 10mBritish Airways
Sat 11/296:45 pmCPT - PDX
1 stop31h 10mBritish Airways
Deal found 7/28$1,311
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
Sun 11/235:45 pmPDX - CPT
1 stop28h 15mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/110:00 pmCPT - PDX
2 stops31h 15mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/31$1,333
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Tue 8/2610:15 amPDX - CPT
2 stops26h 10mDelta
Tue 9/28:05 pmCPT - PDX
1 stop31h 58mDelta
Deal found 7/29$1,442
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Tue 8/2611:59 pmPDX - CPT
2 stops32h 11mUnited Airlines
Tue 9/28:00 pmCPT - PDX
3 stops34h 01mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/29$1,453
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/228:30 amPDX - CPT
3 stops71h 40mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/18:40 amCPT - PDX
2 stops43h 06mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/29$1,501
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/181:15 pmPDX - CPT
1 stop23h 10mKLM
Fri 11/711:45 pmCPT - PDX
2 stops30h 41mKLM
Deal found 7/29$1,545
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
Sat 9/135:30 amPSC - CPT
3 stops32h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sat 9/207:50 pmCPT - PSC
2 stops33h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/30$1,654

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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 July 31, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Washington to Cape Town that are best for you.

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SeattleCape Town

SEA - CPT

SEACPT

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Sun 9/21

7:10 pm-11:50 am

1 stop31h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 10/1

4:35 pm-5:15 pm

1 stop33h 40m

$1,035

SeattleCape Town

SEA - CPT

SEACPT

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Wed 11/5

4:05 pm-10:30 am

1 stop32h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 11/20

12:35 pm-11:40 am

1 stop33h 05m

$1,040

PortlandCape Town

PDX - CPT

PDXCPT

Portland

Sun 9/21

1:24 pm-10:50 am

2 stops36h 26m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 10/1

1:00 pm-10:47 pm

2 stops42h 47m

$1,065

SeattleCape Town

SEA - CPT

SEACPT

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Wed 11/5

4:05 pm-10:30 am

1 stop32h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 11/19

3:15 pm-11:40 am

2 stops30h 25m

$1,202

PascoCape Town

PSC - CPT

PSCCPT

Pasco Tri Cities

Sat 9/13

1:05 pm-10:50 am

2 stops36h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 9/20

1:00 pm-12:08 am

2 stops44h 08m

$1,252

PortlandCape Town

PDX - CPT

PDXCPT

Portland

Sat 11/8

3:50 pm-8:00 am

2 stops30h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 11/29

6:45 pm-3:55 pm

1 stop31h 10m

$1,311

PortlandCape Town

PDX - CPT

PDXCPT

Portland

Sun 11/23

5:45 pm-8:00 am

1 stop28h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 12/1

10:00 pm-7:15 pm

2 stops31h 15m

$1,333

PortlandCape Town

PDX - CPT

PDXCPT

Portland

Tue 8/26

10:15 am-9:25 pm

2 stops26h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 9/2

8:05 pm-7:03 pm

1 stop31h 58m

$1,442

PortlandCape Town

PDX - CPT

PDXCPT

Portland

Tue 8/26

11:59 pm-5:10 pm

2 stops32h 11m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 9/2

8:00 pm-9:01 pm

3 stops34h 01m

$1,453

PortlandCape Town

PDX - CPT

PDXCPT

Portland

Mon 9/22

8:30 am-5:10 pm

3 stops71h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 10/1

8:40 am-6:46 pm

2 stops43h 06m

$1,501

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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 $1,292). Flying from State of Washington 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 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 July 31, 2025.

When flying from State of Washington 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.

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 July 31, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Asiana Airlines, Emirates, and Singapore Airlines from Washington to Cape Town. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Asiana Airlines
8.2
Very good
468 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.0

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jacob,Jul 2025

ICN - JFK

I flew business calls Asiana, everything was great and good! I must say that the service at the Asian business class lounge prior to the flight is very poor, the staff are very cold and not welcome and I asked for some help in getting a food without salt ...I was looked upon as if I ... I am traveling a lot business , and I se people complained a lot in asiana lounge services. Jacob
Asiana Airlines
8.2
Very good
468 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8.2
Very good
468 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.0

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jacob,Jul 2025

ICN - JFK

I flew business calls Asiana, everything was great and good! I must say that the service at the Asian business class lounge prior to the flight is very poor, the staff are very cold and not welcome and I asked for some help in getting a food without salt ...I was looked upon as if I ... I am traveling a lot business , and I se people complained a lot in asiana lounge services. Jacob
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,300 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8.2
Very good
468 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.0

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jacob,Jul 2025

ICN - JFK

I flew business calls Asiana, everything was great and good! I must say that the service at the Asian business class lounge prior to the flight is very poor, the staff are very cold and not welcome and I asked for some help in getting a food without salt ...I was looked upon as if I ... I am traveling a lot business , and I se people complained a lot in asiana lounge services. Jacob
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,338 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8.2
Very good
468 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.0

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jacob,Jul 2025

ICN - JFK

I flew business calls Asiana, everything was great and good! I must say that the service at the Asian business class lounge prior to the flight is very poor, the staff are very cold and not welcome and I asked for some help in getting a food without salt ...I was looked upon as if I ... I am traveling a lot business , and I se people complained a lot in asiana lounge services. Jacob
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8.2
Very good
468 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.0

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jacob,Jul 2025

ICN - JFK

I flew business calls Asiana, everything was great and good! I must say that the service at the Asian business class lounge prior to the flight is very poor, the staff are very cold and not welcome and I asked for some help in getting a food without salt ...I was looked upon as if I ... I am traveling a lot business , and I se people complained a lot in asiana lounge services. Jacob
KLM
7.8
Good
1,383 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8.2
Very good
468 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.0

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jacob,Jul 2025

ICN - JFK

I flew business calls Asiana, everything was great and good! I must say that the service at the Asian business class lounge prior to the flight is very poor, the staff are very cold and not welcome and I asked for some help in getting a food without salt ...I was looked upon as if I ... I am traveling a lot business , and I se people complained a lot in asiana lounge services. Jacob

Related info for your journey

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  • 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.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from State of Washington to Cape Town one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Qatar Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $753. Users have also found prices from $824 and $1,087 on Lufthansa and SWISS, respectively.

  • 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?

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  • 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 $1,292). Flying from State of Washington 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 Washington to Cape Town

Discover the top 8 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 July 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,023Average$1,387FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,038Average$1,199FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,397Average$1,532FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
British AirwaysCheapest$1,405Average$1,660FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,432Average$1,776FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
KLMCheapest$1,575Average$1,809FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
EmiratesCheapest$1,660Average$1,776FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$1,686Average$2,024FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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