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$544+ Cheap flights from Cape Town (CPT) to Dulles Intl (IAD)

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 1/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — IAD
Jan 7 — Jan 141
Wed 1/7
Wed 1/14
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Cape Town Intl to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl are usually found in September or May, booked 89 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Wednesday

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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cape Town to Dulles Intl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 8, 2025.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/8. 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.
Wed 12/242:35 pmCPT - IAD
2 stops24h 25mEthiopian Air
Mon 2/910:00 amIAD - CPT
1 stop21h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 12/8$930
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/7. 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.
Wed 12/2411:45 pmCPT - IAD
1 stop23h 20mDelta
Mon 2/912:40 pmIAD - CPT
1 stop23h 35mDelta
Deal found 12/7$934
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/8. 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 12/159:30 pmCPT - IAD
2 stops25h 53mDelta
Mon 1/2612:32 pmIAD - CPT
2 stops23h 43mDelta
Deal found 12/8$935
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/8. 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 12/1411:45 pmCPT - IAD
1 stop23h 20mDelta
Wed 1/2112:40 pmIAD - CPT
1 stop23h 35mDelta
Deal found 12/8$938
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/8. 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 12/148:00 amCPT - IAD
1 stop39h 05mDelta
Sun 1/2512:32 pmIAD - CPT
2 stops23h 43mDelta
Deal found 12/8$939
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/8. 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 12/1411:45 pmCPT - IAD
1 stop23h 20mDelta
Tue 1/206:05 pmIAD - CPT
1 stop20h 50mDelta
Deal found 12/8$943
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/8. 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 stop27h 31mDelta
Tue 1/206:05 pmIAD - CPT
1 stop20h 50mDelta
Deal found 12/8$944
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/8. 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 12/1411:45 pmCPT - IAD
2 stops30h 23mDelta
Fri 1/237:49 pmIAD - CPT
2 stops40h 26mDelta
Deal found 12/8$945
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/8. 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 12/172:35 pmCPT - IAD
2 stops24h 25mEthiopian Air
Thu 1/2210:00 amIAD - CPT
1 stop20h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 12/8$948
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/8. 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.
Wed 12/177:55 amCPT - IAD
1 stop39h 40mDelta
Sat 1/2412:38 pmIAD - CPT
1 stop23h 37mDelta
Deal found 12/8$951
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/8. 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.
Wed 12/177:55 amCPT - IAD
1 stop39h 40mDelta
Mon 1/2612:32 pmIAD - CPT
2 stops23h 43mDelta
Deal found 12/8$952

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cape Town (CPT) to Dulles Intl (IAD). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated December 8, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$828
(Ethiopian Air)

One-way from

$544
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$1,195

Good round-trip deal

$812 or less

Good one-way deal

$914 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Cape Town to Dulles Intl 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 December 8, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport that are best for you.

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Cape Town

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Dulles Intl

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Return

Price

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - IAD

CPTIAD

Cape Town Intl

Mon 1/26

2:35 pm-8:00 am

2 stops24h 25m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 2/3

10:00 am-1:45 pm

1 stop20h 45m

$864

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - IAD

CPTIAD

Cape Town Intl

Mon 1/26

2:35 pm-8:00 am

2 stops24h 25m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 2/5

10:00 am-1:45 pm

1 stop20h 45m

$864

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - IAD

CPTIAD

Cape Town Intl

Tue 1/27

1:50 pm-8:00 am

2 stops25h 10m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 2/3

10:00 am-1:45 pm

1 stop20h 45m

$864

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - IAD

CPTIAD

Cape Town Intl

Sun 2/1

1:50 pm-8:00 am

2 stops25h 10m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 2/5

10:00 am-1:45 pm

1 stop20h 45m

$911

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - IAD

CPTIAD

Cape Town Intl

Tue 1/27

1:50 pm-8:00 am

2 stops25h 10m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 1/31

10:00 am-2:35 pm

1 stop21h 35m

$911

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - IAD

CPTIAD

Cape Town Intl

Fri 1/30

2:35 pm-8:00 am

2 stops24h 25m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 2/5

10:00 am-1:45 pm

1 stop20h 45m

$921

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - IAD

CPTIAD

Cape Town Intl

Wed 2/4

8:50 pm-8:30 pm

1 stop30h 40m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 3/4

6:00 am-7:15 pm

1 stop30h 15m

$922

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - IAD

CPTIAD

Cape Town Intl

Tue 1/27

9:30 pm-11:45 am

1 stop21h 15m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 2/5

12:40 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop23h 35m

$934

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - IAD

CPTIAD

Cape Town Intl

Thu 1/29

9:30 pm-2:45 pm

1 stop24h 15m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 2/4

3:42 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop20h 33m

$934

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - IAD

CPTIAD

Cape Town Intl

Fri 1/30

9:30 pm-11:43 am

1 stop21h 13m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 2/5

12:40 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop23h 35m

$934

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Cape Town to Dulles Intl in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OvagoPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 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 Cape Town-Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Cape Town-Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Cape Town-Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Cape Town-Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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 Cape Town-Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Cape Town to Dulles Intl

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Dulles Intl from Cape Town with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Cape Town to Dulles Intl. Price data was last updated on December 5, 2025.

Booking 88 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (average of $863). Flying from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport in February is currently the most expensive (average of $962). 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 IAD?

Find hourly flight availability from Cape Town to Dulles Intl. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 8, 2025.

When flying from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 22% versus a flight in the morning.

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

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CPT

CPT offers free Wi-Fi with a 1GB or 4-hour limit. Download movies beforehand to avoid reaching the limit.

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IAD

The Silver Line Metro connects IAD to Washington in under 40 minutes, offering a cheap and efficient city transfer.

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Reviews of airlines servicing Dulles Intl

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Dulles Intl. 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 Dulles Intl. Reviews last updated December 8, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport, such as Delta and United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,013 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,013 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,013 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,076 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,013 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl?

    For a flight from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl, you will be flying from Cape Town Intl. Cape Town Intl (CPT) is just 9.7 mi from the center of the city. Cape Town Intl is the only Cape Town airport and it handles 0 outbound flights to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl per day. 2 airlines have flights to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl from Cape Town Intl on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    Departing from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport will take you 24h 25m. Cape Town and Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport are separated by a distance of 7926 mi.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport round-trip from $890. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is United Airlines. Delta is priced at 19% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $751. While the most popular route (Cape Town Intl - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl) can be booked for $829 on average, our data indicates $2,528 when flying from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Cape Town to Dulles Intl?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cape Town to Dulles Intl 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (average of $863). Flying from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport in February is currently the most expensive (average of $962). 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 Dulles Intl

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Cape Town to Dulles Intl. 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 December 8, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$890Average$990FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$927Average$1,026FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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