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$601+ Cheap flights from Cape Town (CPT) to District of Columbia

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 10/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — IAD
Aug 21 — Aug 281
Thu 8/21
Thu 8/28
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Cape Town to District of Columbia

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Cape Town to District of Columbia flight deals. Data was last updated August 16, 2025.

Round-trip from

$927
(Delta)

One-way from

$601
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,277

Good round-trip deal

$948 or less

Good one-way deal

$1,001 or less
From Cape Town Intl to District of Columbia
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Cheapest flights from Cape Town to District of Columbia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cape Town to District of Columbia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 16, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/2611:15 pmCPT - IAD
1 stop22h 20mDelta
Mon 10/139:20 pmIAD - CPT
2 stops28h 35mDelta
Deal found 8/16$974
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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.
Mon 10/278:50 pmCPT - IAD
1 stop30h 40mDelta
Mon 12/2910:20 pmIAD - CPT
1 stop30h 45mDelta
Deal found 8/14$988
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/268:00 pmCPT - IAD
Nonstop15h 50mUnited Airlines
Mon 10/136:35 pmIAD - CPT
Nonstop14h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/16$1,023
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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.
Fri 12/199:30 pmCPT - IAD
1 stop21h 40mDelta
Tue 12/306:50 pmIAD - CPT
1 stop28h 55mDelta
Deal found 8/15$1,049
This flightsite.co.za deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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 flightsite.co.za is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/2911:00 pmCPT - IAD
1 stop22h 35mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/69:35 pmIAD - CPT
2 stops33h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/15$1,051
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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.
Mon 9/2911:00 pmCPT - DCA
2 stops24h 05mDelta
Mon 10/65:00 pmDCA - CPT
2 stops22h 25mDelta
Deal found 8/15$1,053
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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.
Mon 9/297:50 pmCPT - DCA
1 stop18h 31mUnited Airlines
Mon 10/65:15 pmDCA - CPT
2 stops42h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/15$1,089
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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.
Sun 9/2811:15 pmCPT - DCA
2 stops23h 50mDelta
Sun 10/55:00 pmDCA - CPT
2 stops22h 10mDelta
Deal found 8/14$1,227
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/198:50 pmCPT - DCA
2 stops26h 34mBritish Airways
Tue 12/3010:00 pmDCA - CPT
2 stops29h 20mBritish Airways
Deal found 8/15$1,463
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/198:50 pmCPT - DCA
2 stops26h 34mBritish Airways
Mon 12/2910:00 pmDCA - CPT
2 stops31h 10mBritish Airways
Deal found 8/15$1,621
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/282:30 pmCPT - DCA
3 stops33h 27mMultiple Airlines
Sun 10/56:05 amDCA - CPT
3 stops49h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/14$1,626
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/288:05 pmCPT - DCA
1 stop28h 25mVirgin Atlantic
Sun 10/58:40 pmDCA - CPT
1 stop39h 10mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 8/14$1,632

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Cape Town to District of Columbia 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 August 16, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Cape Town to District of Columbia that are best for you.

Fly from

Cape Town

Fly to

District of Columbia

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - IAD

CPTIAD

Cape Town Intl

Mon 2/2

9:30 pm-6:42 pm

1 stop28h 12m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 2/20

7:50 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop40h 25m

$927

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - IAD

CPTIAD

Cape Town Intl

Fri 2/6

9:30 pm-9:13 pm

1 stop30h 43m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 2/15

6:00 am-7:15 pm

1 stop30h 15m

$930

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - IAD

CPTIAD

Cape Town Intl

Fri 9/26

11:15 pm-3:35 pm

1 stop22h 20m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 10/13

9:20 pm-7:55 am

2 stops28h 35m

$974

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - IAD

CPTIAD

Cape Town Intl

Mon 10/27

8:50 pm-9:30 pm

1 stop30h 40m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 12/29

10:20 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop30h 45m

$988

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - IAD

CPTIAD

Cape Town Intl

Fri 9/26

8:00 pm-5:50 am

Nonstop15h 50m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 10/13

6:35 pm-3:20 pm

Nonstop14h 45m

$1,023

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - DCA

CPTDCA

Cape Town Intl

Mon 9/29

11:00 pm-5:05 pm

2 stops24h 05m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 10/6

5:00 pm-9:25 pm

2 stops22h 25m

$1,053

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - DCA

CPTDCA

Cape Town Intl

Mon 9/29

7:50 pm-8:21 am

1 stop18h 31m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 10/6

5:15 pm-5:20 pm

2 stops42h 05m

$1,089

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - DCA

CPTDCA

Cape Town Intl

Thu 2/12

10:00 pm-4:26 pm

2 stops25h 26m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 2/16

7:05 pm-12:10 pm

2 stops34h 05m

$1,197

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - DCA

CPTDCA

Cape Town Intl

Sun 9/28

11:15 pm-5:05 pm

2 stops23h 50m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 10/5

5:00 pm-9:10 pm

2 stops22h 10m

$1,227

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - DCA

CPTDCA

Cape Town Intl

Fri 12/19

8:50 pm-4:24 pm

2 stops26h 34m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 12/30

10:00 pm-10:20 am

2 stops29h 20m

$1,463

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Cape Town to District of Columbia?

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to District of Columbia (average of $302). Flying from Cape Town to District of Columbia in April is currently the most expensive (average of $337). 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 CPT to DC?

Find hourly flight availability from Cape Town to District of Columbia. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated August 16, 2025.

When flying from Cape Town to District of Columbia, 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 District of Columbia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to District of Columbia. 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 District of Columbia. Reviews last updated August 16, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta and United Airlines from Cape Town to District of Columbia to help guide your decision. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,985 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Morgan Rae,Aug 2025

BRU - JFK

Typically I choose delta because they do a great job but this time the flight attendant in my zone was very rude and didnt offer the same treatment as she did to others
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,985 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,985 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Morgan Rae,Aug 2025

BRU - JFK

Typically I choose delta because they do a great job but this time the flight attendant in my zone was very rude and didnt offer the same treatment as she did to others
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,916 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,985 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Morgan Rae,Aug 2025

BRU - JFK

Typically I choose delta because they do a great job but this time the flight attendant in my zone was very rude and didnt offer the same treatment as she did to others

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Cape Town to District of Columbia?

    If you book a flight to District of Columbia from Cape Town, you will be flying from Cape Town Intl, which is the city’s only airport. Cape Town Intl (CPT) is located 9.7 mi from the center of Cape Town.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $609 on Turkish Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Virgin Atlantic from $783 and Delta from $818 one-way.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Cape Town to District of Columbia?

    The cheapest flight price from Cape Town to District of Columbia is $927. On average you can expect to pay $2,613. The most popular route, (Cape Town Intl - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl), can usually be booked for $927.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Cape Town to District of Columbia?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Cape Town to District of Columbia?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cape Town to District of Columbia 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 Cape Town to District of Columbia?

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to District of Columbia (average of $302). Flying from Cape Town to District of Columbia in April is currently the most expensive (average of $337). 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 2 airlines flying from Cape Town to District of Columbia

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Cape Town to District of Columbia. 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 August 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$890Average$969FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$927Average$1,129FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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