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$585+ Cheap flights from Cape Town (CPT) to District of Columbia

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 3/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — IAD
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Tue 2/25
Tue 3/4
1 adult, Economy
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FlightHub
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Round-trip from

$819
(oojo)

One-way from

$585
(Mytrip)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$991

Good round-trip deal

$971 or less

Good one-way deal

$1,180 or less
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Cheapest flights from Cape Town to District of Columbia
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This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Tue 3/181:50 pmCPT - IAD
2 stops25h 10mEthiopian Air
Tue 3/2511:00 amIAD - CPT
1 stop20h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 2/19$819
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 3/172:30 amCPT - IAD
1 stop23h 55mDelta
Tue 3/256:35 pmIAD - CPT
1 stop20h 55mDelta
Deal found 2/19$887
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 3/172:30 amCPT - DCA
2 stops26h 46mDelta
Tue 3/2512:34 pmDCA - CPT
2 stops26h 56mDelta
Deal found 2/19$893
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/1811:20 pmCPT - IAD
1 stop23h 25mKLM
Tue 3/256:35 pmIAD - CPT
1 stop20h 55mKLM
Deal found 2/19$981
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/1811:20 pmCPT - DCA
2 stops26h 23mKLM
Tue 3/255:05 pmDCA - CPT
2 stops22h 25mKLM
Deal found 2/19$1,004
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/99:00 amCPT - IAD
1 stop36h 30mMultiple Airlines
Mon 3/246:35 pmIAD - CPT
1 stop31h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/19$1,028
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Sun 3/98:50 pmCPT - IAD
Nonstop15h 55mUnited Airlines
Mon 3/246:35 pmIAD - CPT
1 stop31h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/19$1,031
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Tue 4/16:25 pmCPT - IAD
2 stops55h 45mBritish Airways
Sun 6/17:25 pmIAD - CPT
1 stop33h 35mBritish Airways
Deal found 2/20$1,040
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 4/34:35 pmCPT - IAD
1 stop24h 10mTurkish Airlines
Mon 4/219:40 pmIAD - CPT
1 stop32h 10mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 2/19$1,069
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Tue 3/183:20 pmCPT - IAD
2 stops31h 55mAir France
Tue 3/2510:30 pmIAD - CPT
2 stops34h 00mAir France
Deal found 2/19$1,103
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Mon 10/276:30 pmCPT - IAD
1 stop28h 20mLufthansa
Mon 12/295:50 pmIAD - CPT
1 stop34h 05mLufthansa
Deal found 2/20$1,156
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Tue 3/186:25 pmCPT - IAD
1 stop44h 35mEmirates
Fri 4/410:55 amIAD - CPT
1 stop42h 40mEmirates
Deal found 2/20$1,209

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 February 20, 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

Tue 3/18

1:50 pm-9:00 am

2 stops25h 10m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 3/25

11:00 am-1:45 pm

1 stop20h 45m

$819

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - IAD

CPTIAD

Cape Town Intl

Mon 3/17

2:30 am-8:25 pm

1 stop23h 55m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 3/25

6:35 pm-9:30 pm

1 stop20h 55m

$887

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - DCA

CPTDCA

Cape Town Intl

Mon 3/17

2:30 am-11:16 pm

2 stops26h 46m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 3/25

12:34 pm-9:30 pm

2 stops26h 56m

$893

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - IAD

CPTIAD

Cape Town Intl

Tue 3/18

11:20 pm-4:45 pm

1 stop23h 25m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 3/25

6:35 pm-9:30 pm

1 stop20h 55m

$981

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - DCA

CPTDCA

Cape Town Intl

Tue 3/18

11:20 pm-7:43 pm

2 stops26h 23m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 3/25

5:05 pm-9:30 pm

2 stops22h 25m

$1,004

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - IAD

CPTIAD

Cape Town Intl

Sun 3/9

9:00 am-3:30 pm

1 stop36h 30m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 3/24

6:35 pm-7:40 am

1 stop31h 05m

$1,028

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - IAD

CPTIAD

Cape Town Intl

Sun 3/9

8:50 pm-6:45 am

Nonstop15h 55m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 3/24

6:35 pm-7:40 am

1 stop31h 05m

$1,031

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - IAD

CPTIAD

Cape Town Intl

Tue 4/1

6:25 pm-8:10 pm

2 stops55h 45m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 6/1

7:25 pm-11:00 am

1 stop33h 35m

$1,040

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - IAD

CPTIAD

Cape Town Intl

Thu 4/3

4:35 pm-10:45 am

1 stop24h 10m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 4/21

9:40 pm-11:50 am

1 stop32h 10m

$1,069

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - IAD

CPTIAD

Cape Town Intl

Tue 3/18

3:20 pm-5:15 pm

2 stops31h 55m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 3/25

10:30 pm-2:30 pm

2 stops34h 00m

$1,103

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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 $389). 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 February 20, 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 February 20, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates, Singapore Airlines 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.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,279 reviews

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,279 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,279 reviews

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,299 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,279 reviews

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,220 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,279 reviews

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

KLM
7.8
Good
1,333 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,279 reviews

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

SWISS
7.5
Good
1,568 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,279 reviews

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Cape Town to District of Columbia. 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 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 $585 on Qatar Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Turkish Airlines from $659 and KLM from $794 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 $918. On average you can expect to pay $2,560. The most popular route, (Cape Town Intl - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl), can usually be booked for $819.

  • 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 $389). 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 4 airlines flying from Cape Town to District of Columbia

Discover the top 4 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 February 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapest$842Average$1,148FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
United AirlinesCheapest$861Average$1,421FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$882Average$1,086FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
KLMCheapest$891Average$1,202FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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