Dulles Intl

$605+ Cheap flights from Cape Town (CPT) to Dulles Intl (IAD)

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CPT — IAD
Oct 17 — Oct 241
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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 24 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Thursday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Cape Town to Dulles Intl

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 September 17, 2025.

Round-trip from

$865
(Virgin Atlantic)

One-way from

$605
(FlightHub)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$1,021

Good round-trip deal

$955 or less

Good one-way deal

$1,003 or less
From Cape Town Intl to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
One-way flight from Cape Town Intl to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($99 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($22 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in September 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Cape Town Intl to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl.
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Cheapest flights from Cape Town to Dulles Intl
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 September 17, 2025.

This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/239:30 pmCPT - IAD
1 stop27h 56mVirgin Atlantic
Mon 1/129:00 amIAD - CPT
1 stop27h 15mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 9/17$863
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/309:30 pmCPT - IAD
1 stop25h 27mVirgin Atlantic
Thu 11/63:33 pmIAD - CPT
1 stop20h 42mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 9/15$867
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/301:50 pmCPT - IAD
2 stops25h 10mEthiopian Air
Thu 11/610:00 amIAD - CPT
1 stop20h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 9/15$895
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/108:05 pmCPT - IAD
1 stop20h 06mVirgin Atlantic
Sat 10/253:33 pmIAD - CPT
1 stop21h 42mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 9/16$902
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/128:05 pmCPT - IAD
1 stop24h 33mVirgin Atlantic
Sat 10/253:33 pmIAD - CPT
1 stop21h 42mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 9/15$907
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/102:35 pmCPT - IAD
2 stops24h 25mEthiopian Air
Fri 11/2810:00 amIAD - CPT
1 stop21h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 9/15$912
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/61:50 pmCPT - IAD
2 stops25h 10mEthiopian Air
Fri 11/2810:00 amIAD - CPT
1 stop21h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 9/15$920

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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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Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - IAD

CPTIAD

Cape Town Intl

Wed 11/12

2:35 pm-8:00 am

2 stops24h 25m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 11/30

10:00 am-1:45 pm

1 stop20h 45m

$920

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - IAD

CPTIAD

Cape Town Intl

Wed 11/12

2:35 pm-8:00 am

2 stops24h 25m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 11/28

10:00 am-2:35 pm

1 stop21h 35m

$920

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - IAD

CPTIAD

Cape Town Intl

Mon 11/10

9:30 pm-11:34 am

1 stop21h 04m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 12/1

6:50 pm-5:50 am

1 stop28h 00m

$940

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - IAD

CPTIAD

Cape Town Intl

Sat 11/8

8:50 pm-8:30 pm

1 stop30h 40m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 11/30

10:20 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop30h 45m

$941

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - IAD

CPTIAD

Cape Town Intl

Tue 11/11

8:50 pm-8:30 pm

1 stop30h 40m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 11/28

10:20 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop30h 45m

$941

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - IAD

CPTIAD

Cape Town Intl

Thu 11/6

11:10 pm-8:30 pm

1 stop28h 20m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 12/1

10:20 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop30h 45m

$941

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - IAD

CPTIAD

Cape Town Intl

Tue 11/11

8:50 pm-8:30 pm

1 stop30h 40m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 11/30

10:20 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop30h 45m

$941

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - IAD

CPTIAD

Cape Town Intl

Mon 11/10

8:50 pm-8:30 pm

1 stop30h 40m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 11/29

10:20 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop30h 45m

$941

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - IAD

CPTIAD

Cape Town Intl

Sat 11/8

8:50 pm-8:30 pm

1 stop30h 40m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 12/1

10:20 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop30h 45m

$941

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - IAD

CPTIAD

Cape Town Intl

Wed 11/12

8:50 pm-8:30 pm

1 stop30h 40m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 11/28

10:20 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop30h 45m

$941

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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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An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

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

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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 September 12, 2025.

Booking 24 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (average of $292). Flying from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport 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 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 September 17, 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 at noon, which can drop the price by up to 2% versus a flight in the morning.

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 September 17, 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.
8.0
Very good

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

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
8.0
Very good
8.0
Very good

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

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
8.0
Very good

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

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 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 21h 04m. Cape Town and Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport are separated by a distance of 7926 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • 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 21% 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 $701. While the most popular route (Cape Town Intl - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl) can be booked for $865 on average, our data indicates $2,364 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (average of $292). Flying from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport 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 Dulles Intl

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DeltaCheapest$890Average$969FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$927Average$1,046FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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