How long is the flight from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.?

There are many flights that can get you from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. in 24h 19m. Fly via Ethiopian Air, Virgin Atlantic, or Delta to get the fastest option. There are 7926 mi between Cape Town and Washington, D.C.. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

What is the cheapest airline to fly from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. round-trip?

Currently priced at $1,021, United Airlines will fly you from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. and back. In addition to United Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. United Airlines is 13% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. when rainfall is around 2.6 in.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Washington, D.C., 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).

What are the most popular routes from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.?

While some choose either Cape Town Intl - Baltimore/Washington or Cape Town Intl - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National, Cape Town Intl - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl is the most popular route from Cape Town to Washington, D.C..

What are the cheapest flights from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.?

On average you can expect to pay $2,627 for a flight from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.. The cheapest flight overall is $886 while the most popular route, (Cape Town Intl - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl) is currently priced at $933.

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

For a flight from Cape Town to Washington, D.C., 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. per day. 1 airline has flights to Washington, D.C. from Cape Town Intl on a regular basis.

Can I find deals for flights from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. that include hotel bookings?

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

How can I find direct flights from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.?

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

Can I find deals for business class flights from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.?

Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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Cheapest flights from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 21, 2026.

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$933

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$935

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$936

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$939

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$943

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$964

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$967

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$1,015

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1 stop19h 30m

Deal found 9/20

$1,029

Best flights from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated September 21, 2026.

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$1,063

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$1,108

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$1,029

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$1,063

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Deal found 9/19

$1,109

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$1,055

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$1,063

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$1,177

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$1,159

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$1,065

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$1,338

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$1,091

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$1,441

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$1,094

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$1,610

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$1,103

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$1,672

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$1,108

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$1,708

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Deal found 9/19

$1,110

Last-minute flights from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.. Data last updated September 21, 2026 and is based on user searches.

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$942

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$1,065

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Deal found 9/17

$966

One-way flights from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.
Search for one-way flight options from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated September 21, 2026.

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$656

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$660

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$667

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$672

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$674

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$675

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$676

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$683

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$691

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$698

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$699

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Deal found 9/20

$701

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Round-trip from	$931 (Kiwi.com)
One-way from	$656 (Flightnetwork)
Popular in	December
Cheapest in	February
Average price	$1,113
Good round-trip deal	$904 or less
Good one-way deal	$1,197 or less

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Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT Cape Town Intl - IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

CPTIAD

Cape Town Intl

Mon 11/16

5:15 pm-7:25 pm

1 stop33h 10m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-7:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$718

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT Cape Town Intl - IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

CPTIAD

Cape Town Intl

Mon 11/30

2:00 pm-7:25 pm

2 stops36h 25m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-7:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$734

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT Cape Town Intl - IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

CPTIAD

Cape Town Intl

Sat 10/31

1:50 pm-9:00 am

2 stops25h 10m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 11/30

10:00 am-2:10 pm

1 stop21h 10m

$964

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT Cape Town Intl - DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

CPTDCA

Cape Town Intl

Mon 9/28

1:15 pm-11:10 pm

2 stops39h 55m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-7:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$975

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT Cape Town Intl - DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

CPTDCA

Cape Town Intl

Mon 11/23

8:50 pm-6:25 pm

1 stop28h 35m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-7:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$989

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT Cape Town Intl - DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

CPTDCA

Cape Town Intl

Mon 11/23

8:50 pm-6:39 pm

2 stops28h 49m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-7:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$990

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT Cape Town Intl - DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

CPTDCA

Cape Town Intl

Thu 11/12

8:50 pm-12:59 pm

1 stop23h 09m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-7:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$990

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT Cape Town Intl - DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

CPTDCA

Cape Town Intl

Fri 11/13

8:50 pm-9:14 am

1 stop19h 24m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-7:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$990

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT Cape Town Intl - DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

CPTDCA

Cape Town Intl

Fri 11/6

8:50 pm-5:32 pm

1 stop27h 42m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-7:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$990

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT Cape Town Intl - DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

CPTDCA

Cape Town Intl

Tue 11/17

8:50 pm-11:46 pm

1 stop33h 56m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-7:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$990

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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 Washington, D.C. in September.

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FlightHub	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.com	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
Ovago	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
eDreams	Price Accuracy2 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
Expedia	Price Accuracy1 star	Trust Score*3 stars
AranGrant	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
Cheapflightsfares	Price Accuracy2 stars	Trust Score*1 star
Trip.com	Price Accuracy1 star	Trust Score*3 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. flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Cape Town-Washington, D.C. flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Cape Town-Washington, D.C. flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Cape Town-Washington, D.C. flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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. flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Washington, D.C. from Cape Town with our price prediction graph.

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. (average of $1,029). Flying from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,326). 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 WAS?

When flying from Cape Town to Washington, D.C., the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Cape Town to Washington, D.C. flights typically cost between $993 and $1,201 in November.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $931 on Ethiopian Air (Nov 6-Nov 15).

How often are flights from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. delayed?

About 5% of weekly flights between Cape Town and Washington, D.C. have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 176 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Cape Town to Washington, D.C. flights?

Historically, flights departing in the evening are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Friday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Tuesday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Cape Town to Washington, D.C. flights?

Over the last year, United Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 5% of flights being delayed.

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Cape Town to Washington, D.C., you should look to book at least 49 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with United Airlines from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

United Airlines

7.4

Good

10,220 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family

United Airlines

7.4

Good

10,220 reviews

United Airlines

7.4

Good

10,220 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family

Related info for your journey

What airport do you fly from for flights from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.?
For a flight from Cape Town to Washington, D.C., 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. per day. 1 airline has flights to Washington, D.C. from Cape Town Intl on a regular basis.
How long is the flight from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.?
There are many flights that can get you from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. in 24h 19m. Fly via Ethiopian Air, Virgin Atlantic, or Delta to get the fastest option. There are 7926 mi between Cape Town and Washington, D.C.. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.
What is the cheapest airline to fly from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. round-trip?
Currently priced at $1,021, United Airlines will fly you from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. and back. In addition to United Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. United Airlines is 13% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.
What are the most popular routes from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.?
While some choose either Cape Town Intl - Baltimore/Washington or Cape Town Intl - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National, Cape Town Intl - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl is the most popular route from Cape Town to Washington, D.C..
What are the cheapest flights from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.?
On average you can expect to pay $2,627 for a flight from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.. The cheapest flight overall is $886 while the most popular route, (Cape Town Intl - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl) is currently priced at $933.
Can I find deals for flights from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Cape Town to Washington, D.C. flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Cape Town to Washington, D.C..
Can I find deals for business class flights from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. 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.?
Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. (average of $1,029). Flying from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,326). 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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$656+ Cheap flights from Cape Town (CPT) to Washington, D.C. (WAS)

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When flying from Cape Town to Washington, D.C., the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Cape Town to Washington, D.C. flights typically cost between $993 and $1,201 in November.The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $931 on Ethiopian Air (Nov 6-Nov 15).

How often are flights from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. delayed?

About 5% of weekly flights between Cape Town and Washington, D.C. have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 176 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Cape Town to Washington, D.C. flights?

Historically, flights departing in the evening are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Friday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Tuesday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Cape Town to Washington, D.C. flights?

Over the last year, United Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 5% of flights being delayed.

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Cape Town to Washington, D.C., you should look to book at least 49 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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Cape Town to Washington, D.C. flights typically cost between $993 and $1,201 in November.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $931 on Ethiopian Air (Nov 6-Nov 15).