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Today’s best flight deals from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.

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October 9 - October 29

Cheapest

CPT - Washington, D.C.

$1,560

$1,096

Round trip

October 11 - October 31

Best

CPT - Washington, D.C.

$1,556

$1,098

Round trip

July 12 - July 26

CPT - Washington, D.C.

$1,374

$1,106

Round trip

June 19 - July 2

Earliest

CPT - Washington, D.C.

$1,463

$1,106

Round trip

August 30 - September 18

CPT - Washington, D.C.

$1,704

$1,106

Round trip

August 30 - September 19

CPT - Washington, D.C.

$1,706

$1,106

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November 20 - November 27

CPT - Washington, D.C.

$1,363

$1,108

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July 5 - July 19

CPT - Washington, D.C.

$1,406

$1,111

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July 6 - July 20

CPT - Washington, D.C.

$1,403

$1,114

Round trip

July 7 - July 21

CPT - Washington, D.C.

$1,403

$1,114

Round trip

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Insights for flights from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.

Fares for flights from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. typically range from $1103–$2128, with a median price of $1202. Right now, fares are below the typical level, and a significant 80% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily, suggesting frequent opportunities to find competitive pricing for this route.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.? The data indicates that February is typically the most affordable month, with a median fare of $1002. Following closely are September, with a median of $1107, and November, with a median of $1117, offering other potentially cheaper options for your travel.

The flight from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. covers a substantial distance of 12,727 kilometers, classifying it as a long-haul journey.

How long is the flight from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.? A typical journey takes approximately 41h 55m, including connections. Most itineraries connect at least once, with only 12% of recent fares being non-stop. For connecting flights, the median number of stopovers is 2.

How much is a round trip from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.

Regular price: $1,353 - $2,053

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. is between $1353 and $2053. The current lowest deal is $1096 on kayak, for travel from Oct 9-Oct 29.

now $1,096

Low $1,353

High $2,053

The cheapest time to fly from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.

The cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Washington is February, with a median price of $1002. The most expensive month is March, with a median price of $2254. Prices are generally lower from February to November.

February

Cheapest

Flights from $1,002

March

Most Expensive

Flights from $2,254

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Direct flights from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.

United Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Washington, D.C.

Cape Town (CPT) - Washington, D.C. (IAD)

United Airlines

$1,527

$1,140

One-way

Fri, Jun 19

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Washington, D.C.

Cape Town (CPT) - Washington, D.C. (IAD)

$1,463

$1,106

One-way

Fri, Jun 19

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Washington, D.C.

Cape Town (CPT) - Washington, D.C. (IAD)

United Airlines

$1,607

$1,135

One-way

Fri, Jun 19

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Washington, D.C.

Cape Town (CPT) - Washington, D.C. (IAD)

United Airlines

$1,532

$1,135

One-way

Fri, Jun 26

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Washington, D.C.

Cape Town (CPT) - Washington, D.C. (IAD)

United Airlines

$1,500

$1,178

One-way

Sun, Jun 28

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Washington, D.C.

Cape Town (CPT) - Washington, D.C. (IAD)

United Airlines

$1,444

$1,387

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.

4 nights

Nov 5 - Nov 9

$1,728 → $1,125

35%

20 nights

Aug 30 - Sep 19

$1,706 → $1,106

35%

19 nights

Aug 30 - Sep 18

$1,704 → $1,106

35%

16 nights

Aug 30 - Sep 15

$1,707 → $1,172

31%

Popular Airports to fly from Cape Town to Washington, D.C.

Cape Town - Washington, D.C. route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. are below the typical level, with a median price of $1202.

📅 Best time to fly

February is historically the cheapest month to fly

Historically, February is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Washington, D.C., with a median price of $1002.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights are typically 41h 55m with 2 stopovers

Flights from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. typically take 41h 55m, with 2 stopovers being common.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route

Connecting flights make up 88% of deals on this route, with 12% being direct flights.

🏆 Airline highlight

United Airlines has offered direct flights

United Airlines has offered direct flights from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. in recent deals.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently, about 1 per day

Deals for flights from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. appear frequently, averaging 1 per day.

Cape Town main airports to depart from

Cape Town International (CPT)

Cheapest

Cape Town International Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to Washington, D.C.

📍 ~18 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1096

Washington, D.C. main airports to arrive at

Washington Dulles International (IAD)

Cheapest

Washington Dulles International Airport is a good option for flights to Washington, D.C. from Cape Town.

📍 ~40 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1092

Baltimore–Washington International (BWI)

Baltimore–Washington International Airport is an alternative for flights to Washington, D.C. from Cape Town.

📍 ~50 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1207

Ronald Reagan Washington National (DCA)

Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport is a convenient choice for flights to Washington, D.C. from Cape Town.

📍 ~5 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1106

Airports nearby Washington, D.C. used as alternative

Philadelphia International (PHL)

Cheapest

Philadelphia International is a major international hub with extensive connectivity, often a viable alternative for trans-Atlantic routes.

📍 ~200 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car or high-speed Amtrak rail)

💸 Flights from ~$1077

Richmond International (RIC)

Richmond International is the largest airport in Virginia outside the D.C. metro area, offering a strong domestic network.

📍 ~150 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1447

Harrisburg International (MDT)

Harrisburg International is a convenient alternative for travelers in northern D.C. suburbs or Maryland with reliable service.

📍 ~150 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1237

Norfolk International (ORF)

Norfolk International offers significant passenger volume and carrier variety with good flight availability to major hubs.

📍 ~290 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1345

Charlottesville–Albemarle (CHO)

Charlottesville–Albemarle provides reliable regional service with connections to major hubs and an efficient terminal.

📍 ~160 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1789

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Washington, D.C.

Historically, the best time to book flights from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. is typically 60+ days before departure. Flights booked within this window had an average price of $1229. Booking closer to departure, such as 0-6 days out, saw average prices rise to $1410. For bookings made 14-27 days in advance, the average price was $1814, indicating that earlier booking generally yields better value.

Across the trailing quarter, a good deal for a flight from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. is considered to be $1103 or less. The median price for this route during the same period was $1202. Prices can vary, with 75% of observed prices being $2128 or less. Therefore, if you find a fare at or below $1103, it represents a favorable price point.

Historically, February has offered the cheapest flights from Cape Town to Washington, D.C., with a median price of $1002. Other affordable months include September, with a median price of $1107, and November, with a median price of $1117. The annual median price for this route is typically around $1202, suggesting that these months provide opportunities for savings.

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