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$587+ Cheap flights from Cape Town (CPT) to District of Columbia

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CPT — IAD
Mar 23 — Mar 301
Sun 3/23
Sun 3/30
1 adult, Economy
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Round-trip from

$867
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$587
(Mytrip)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$975

Good round-trip deal

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Good one-way deal

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Cheapest flights from Cape Town to District of Columbia
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Thu 4/101:50 pmCPT - IAD
2 stops25h 05mEthiopian Air
Thu 4/1710:55 amIAD - CPT
1 stop20h 50mEthiopian Air
Deal found 3/17$867
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Thu 4/1011:15 pmCPT - IAD
1 stop22h 20mMultiple Airlines
Thu 4/176:30 pmIAD - CPT
1 stop21h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/17$1,100
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Wed 10/82:00 pmCPT - IAD
2 stops31h 55mBritish Airways
Tue 10/2110:45 pmIAD - CPT
2 stops33h 50mBritish Airways
Deal found 3/17$1,118
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Mon 9/154:35 pmCPT - IAD
1 stop24h 10mTurkish Airlines
Tue 10/79:40 pmIAD - CPT
1 stop32h 10mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 3/17$1,145
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Wed 10/81:05 pmCPT - IAD
1 stop25h 35mEmirates
Tue 10/2110:55 amIAD - CPT
1 stop23h 55mEmirates
Deal found 3/17$1,162
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Mon 10/279:30 amCPT - IAD
2 stops35h 40mLufthansa
Mon 12/295:50 pmIAD - CPT
2 stops37h 45mLufthansa
Deal found 3/17$1,200
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Fri 10/38:05 pmCPT - IAD
1 stop21h 55mDelta
Sat 1/311:00 pmIAD - CPT
1 stop23h 15mDelta
Deal found 3/17$1,208
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Fri 10/38:05 pmCPT - DCA
1 stop29h 17mDelta
Sat 1/319:00 amDCA - CPT
1 stop27h 15mDelta
Deal found 3/17$1,208
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Thu 3/276:10 pmCPT - IAD
2 stops52h 45mQatar Airways
Wed 4/211:00 amIAD - CPT
1 stop41h 50mQatar Airways
Deal found 3/17$1,215
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Fri 10/311:15 pmCPT - IAD
2 stops26h 00mAir France
Sat 1/317:10 pmIAD - CPT
2 stops28h 20mAir France
Deal found 3/17$1,412
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Mon 10/276:30 pmCPT - IAD
1 stop28h 20mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/296:50 pmIAD - CPT
Nonstop14h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/17$1,431
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Mon 9/1510:40 amCPT - IAD
3 stops43h 18mSingapore Airlines
Tue 10/77:55 pmIAD - CPT
3 stops55h 30mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 3/17$1,622

Find flights from Cape Town to District of Columbia within your budget

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 March 18, 2025.

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Cape Town

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District of Columbia

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Depart

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Price

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - IAD

CPTIAD

Cape Town Intl

Thu 4/10

1:50 pm-8:55 am

2 stops25h 05m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 4/17

10:55 am-1:45 pm

1 stop20h 50m

$867

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - IAD

CPTIAD

Cape Town Intl

Thu 4/10

11:15 pm-3:35 pm

1 stop22h 20m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 4/17

6:30 pm-9:30 pm

1 stop21h 00m

$1,100

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - DCA

CPTDCA

Cape Town Intl

Thu 4/10

11:15 pm-11:44 pm

2 stops30h 29m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 4/17

8:59 am-5:50 pm

1 stop26h 51m

$1,283

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - IAD

CPTIAD

Cape Town Intl

Mon 9/1

11:00 pm-3:35 pm

1 stop22h 35m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 1/10

6:30 pm-6:30 am

1 stop29h 00m

$1,325

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - IAD

CPTIAD

Cape Town Intl

Thu 8/21

9:00 am-3:55 pm

2 stops36h 55m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 1/9

9:55 pm-7:55 pm

2 stops39h 00m

$1,366

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - DCA

CPTDCA

Cape Town Intl

Thu 8/21

7:50 pm-9:19 am

1 stop19h 29m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 1/9

4:30 pm-5:20 pm

2 stops41h 50m

$1,662

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - DCA

CPTDCA

Cape Town Intl

Thu 4/10

2:30 pm-6:09 pm

3 stops33h 39m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 4/17

11:00 am-1:00 pm

2 stops44h 00m

$1,864

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - IAD

CPTIAD

Cape Town Intl

Fri 3/28

8:50 pm-6:45 am

Nonstop15h 55m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 4/7

7:00 pm-3:20 pm

Nonstop14h 20m

$2,122

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - IAD

CPTIAD

Cape Town Intl

Thu 8/21

10:40 am-11:58 pm

3 stops43h 18m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 1/9

7:55 pm-9:25 am

3 stops54h 30m

$2,172

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - DCA

CPTDCA

Cape Town Intl

Thu 8/21

11:30 pm-6:12 pm

2 stops48h 42m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 1/9

6:05 am-1:35 pm

3 stops48h 30m

$2,773

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Travel insights for flights from Cape Town to District of Columbia

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Cape Town to District of Columbia including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to District of Columbia (average of $309). Flying from Cape Town to District of Columbia in June is currently the most expensive (average of $387). 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 March 18, 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.

Rainfall in District of Columbia by month

Plan your trip to District of Columbia by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in District of Columbia ranges from 2.6 - 4.0 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.0 in. February is typically the driest time to visit District of Columbia when rainfall is around 2.6 in.

Temperature in District of Columbia by month

Plan your trip to District of Columbia by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to District of Columbia, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 80.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 35.6 F).

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 March 18, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines, Emirates and Delta from Cape Town to District of Columbia have to say. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,281 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,281 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,281 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,196 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,281 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Delta
8.0
Very good
7,908 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,281 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

KLM
7.8
Good
1,318 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,281 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

SWISS
7.5
Good
1,565 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,281 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Related info for your journey

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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 $587 on Qatar Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include KLM from $864 and Turkish Airlines from $881 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 $730. On average you can expect to pay $1,301. The most popular route, (Cape Town Intl - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl), can usually be booked for $820.

  • 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to District of Columbia (average of $309). Flying from Cape Town to District of Columbia in June is currently the most expensive (average of $387). 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 3 airlines flying from Cape Town to District of Columbia

Discover the top 3 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 March 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$861Average$1,373FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$882Average$1,046FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
KLMCheapest$891Average$1,202FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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