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$658+ Cheap flights from District of Columbia to Cape Town (CPT)

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 4/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IAD — CPT
Nov 19 — Nov 261
1 adult
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Tue 11/26
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from District of Columbia (USDC) to Cape Town (CPT). 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 November 14, 2024.

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Cheapest flights from District of Columbia to Cape Town
Explore the most affordable flight options available from District of Columbia to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 14, 2024.

This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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.
Mon 12/29:25 pmIAD - CPT
1 stop31h 35mTurkish Airlines
Tue 12/105:15 pmCPT - IAD
1 stop25h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 11/12$1,020
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. 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.
Mon 11/188:40 pmIAD - CPT
2 stops34h 05mEthiopian Air
Tue 11/261:50 pmCPT - IAD
2 stops25h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 11/13$1,028
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/14. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/22:00 pmIAD - CPT
1 stop39h 00mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/119:20 amCPT - IAD
2 stops33h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/14$1,058
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/259:55 pmIAD - CPT
1 stop31h 15mAmerican Airlines
Thu 12/58:50 pmCPT - IAD
1 stop29h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/13$1,089
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/2510:00 pmDCA - CPT
2 stops31h 10mAmerican Airlines
Thu 12/58:50 pmCPT - DCA
2 stops28h 22mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/13$1,104
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/2710:35 amIAD - CPT
1 stop23h 50mJetBlue
Wed 12/46:55 pmCPT - IAD
1 stop28h 00mJetBlue
Deal found 11/13$1,257
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/14. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/712:16 pmIAD - CPT
3 stops42h 19mKenya Airways
Mon 12/162:30 pmCPT - IAD
3 stops33h 14mKenya Airways
Deal found 11/14$1,344
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. 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 11/138:05 pmIAD - CPT
1 stop31h 25mQatar Airways
Tue 11/1912:35 pmCPT - IAD
1 stop34h 20mQatar Airways
Deal found 11/13$1,364
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/288:45 pmIAD - CPT
2 stops27h 55mSWISS
Wed 12/49:30 amCPT - IAD
2 stops37h 00mSWISS
Deal found 11/13$1,436
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. 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.
Mon 11/256:09 amDCA - CPT
2 stops32h 31mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/52:25 pmCPT - DCA
3 stops26h 59mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/13$1,464
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Wed 11/276:30 amDCA - CPT
2 stops32h 10mKenya Airways
Tue 12/311:00 pmCPT - DCA
2 stops42h 16mKenya Airways
Deal found 11/13$1,470
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Fri 11/296:00 pmDCA - CPT
1 stop17h 00mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/98:50 pmCPT - DCA
1 stop19h 56mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/14$1,477

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

Customize your flight search to find flights from District of Columbia to Cape Town 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 2,752,363 searches. Data last updated November 14, 2024.

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Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 4/14

11:00 am-2:30 pm

1 stop21h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 4/26

1:50 pm-8:55 am

2 stops25h 05m

$1,018

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 4/16

9:40 pm-11:50 am

1 stop32h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 4/26

4:35 pm-10:50 am

1 stop24h 15m

$1,019

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 1/16

2:00 pm-12:00 pm

1 stop39h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 2/25

6:05 am-7:30 pm

2 stops44h 25m

$1,024

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 2/11

8:05 pm-10:40 am

1 stop31h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 2/23

12:35 pm-3:55 pm

1 stop34h 20m

$1,090

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

DCA - CPT

DCACPT

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 3/8

9:00 pm-10:20 am

2 stops30h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 3/16

10:00 pm-7:15 pm

2 stops27h 15m

$1,127

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 11/27

6:00 pm-12:10 pm

1 stop35h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 12/4

8:40 pm-7:45 pm

1 stop30h 05m

$1,155

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 1/16

9:55 pm-12:10 pm

1 stop31h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 2/25

10:00 pm-3:35 pm

1 stop24h 35m

$1,227

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 1/18

6:50 pm-4:10 pm

Nonstop14h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 1/31

8:50 pm-5:55 am

Nonstop16h 05m

$1,313

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

DCA - CPT

DCACPT

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 1/16

9:00 am-7:00 pm

1 stop27h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 2/25

9:15 pm-10:52 am

1 stop20h 37m

$1,327

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 2/6

4:58 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop19h 02m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 2/14

9:15 pm-11:23 am

1 stop21h 08m

$1,327

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Best time to book a flight from District of Columbia to Cape Town

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Travel insights for flights from District of Columbia to Cape Town

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from District of Columbia to Cape Town (average of $1,286). Flying from District of Columbia to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,764). 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 DC to CPT?

Find hourly flight availability from District of Columbia to Cape Town. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 14, 2024.

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

Plan your trip to Cape Town by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Cape Town ranges from 0.8 - 3.9 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Cape Town when rainfall is around 0.8 in.

Temperature in Cape Town by month

Plan your trip to Cape Town by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Cape Town, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 69.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 53.6 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Cape Town

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cape Town. 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 Cape Town. Reviews last updated November 14, 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from District of Columbia to Cape Town, see what other customers have to say about Ethiopian Air, British Airways and United Airlines. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,788 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,788 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,788 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

KLM
7.8
Good
1,346 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,788 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

SWISS
7.6
Good
1,640 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,788 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Virgin Atlantic
7.6
Good
663 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,788 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Qatar Airways
7.5
Good
3,861 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,788 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from District of Columbia to Cape Town. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    For a flight from District of Columbia to Cape Town, you will be flying into Cape Town Intl. Cape Town Intl (CPT) is just 9.7 mi from the center of the city.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Turkish Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $722. Ethiopian Air flights start at $756 while deals on Qatar Airways start at $870 one-way.

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

    The cheapest flight price from District of Columbia to Cape Town is $1,117. On average you can expect to pay $4,468. The most popular route, (Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Cape Town Intl), can usually be booked for $870.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from District of Columbia to Cape Town (average of $1,286). Flying from District of Columbia to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,764). 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 7 airlines flying from District of Columbia to Cape Town

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from District of Columbia to Cape Town. 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 2,752,363 searches. Data last updated November 14, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$861Average$941FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$943Average$1,104FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
British AirwaysCheapest$970Average$1,354FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$998Average$1,259FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
DeltaCheapest$1,244Average$1,666FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$1,267Average$1,539FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
KLMCheapest$1,344Average$1,571FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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