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Washington D.C..Rs171,915 per passenger.Departing Mon, 23 Jun.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Mon, 23 Jun, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs171,915, select.
Washington D.C..Rs185,407 per passenger.Departing Fri, 5 Sep.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Fri, 5 Sep, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs185,407, select.
Washington D.C..Rs185,575 per passenger.Departing Fri, 16 May.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Fri, 16 May, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs185,575, select.
Washington D.C..Rs190,470 per passenger.Departing Sun, 23 Nov.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Sun, 23 Nov, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs190,470, select.
Washington D.C..Rs191,017 per passenger.Departing Sun, 19 Oct.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Sun, 19 Oct, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs191,017, select.
Washington D.C..Rs194,214 per passenger.Departing Thu, 22 Jan.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Thu, 22 Jan, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs194,214, select.
Washington D.C..Rs202,693 per passenger.Departing Tue, 3 Mar.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Tue, 3 Mar, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs202,693, select.
Washington D.C..Rs206,726 per passenger.Departing Tue, 29 Apr.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Tue, 29 Apr, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs206,726, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Washington D.C.

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Cape Town to Washington D.C. flights are currently cheapest in June.
Apr
from Rs206,726
May
from Rs185,575
Jun
from Rs171,915
Jul
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Aug
from Rs212,372
Sep
from Rs185,407
Oct
from Rs191,017
Nov
from Rs190,470
Dec
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Jan
from Rs194,214
Feb
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Mar
from Rs202,693

Direct flights from Cape Town to Washington D.C.

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Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Cape Town to Washington D.C.? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Cape Town to Washington D.C.: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRs172,276
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time15 hrs, 58 mins
Most popular airlineUnited
Average flights per week4

Finding cheap flights from Cape Town to Washington D.C.: Frequently asked questions

There are 5 airports in Washington D.C.: Washington Ronald Reagan, Camp Springs Andrews AFB, Washington Dulles, Baltimore Washington International, and Manassas.
The best price we found for a return flight from Cape Town to Washington D.C. is Rs241,462. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
15 hours and 58 minutes is the average flight time from Cape Town to Washington D.C..
United flies direct from Cape Town to Washington D.C..
As of April 2025, there are 4 flights per week flying from Cape Town to Washington D.C..
The cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Washington D.C. is usually April 2025.
If you're flying from Cape Town Airport, the cheapest airport near Washington D.C. is Washington Dulles – which is 36.5 km away from the centre of Washington D.C.. We've found flights into this airport from Rs241,462.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Cape Town Airport to Washington D.C. on Monday, 3 November 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 15 hours and 58 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Washington D.C. but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Washington D.C. is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In April, the average temperature is usually around 12°C. July is typically the warmest month in Washington D.C., when it usually averages around 31°C. You can expect the least rain in February. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -4°C. The rainiest month is September.
Currently, Ethiopian Airlines and United offer the cheapest flight tickets to Washington D.C..

Flying from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Washington DC: what you need to know

  • Cape Town International Airport is located in Cape Town. Operating on the UTC-4 timezone, Washington DC is 6 hours behind Cape Town.

  • The busiest route is from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). Choose from 4 services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to take off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from CPT to IAD is the 20:00 United option. If you'd rather travel later, the final departure is at 20:50 with United.

  • Leave enough time to make your flight from CPT to Washington DC. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Flying during a peak month such as June? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • Direct flights from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Washington DC are available for booking. Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) is where you'll be landing.

  • Get on board with United. This well-known carrier operates direct flights from Cape Town International Airport to Washington DC.

  • Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a travel break — and possibly even tour another city. When searching for flights from CPT to Washington DC, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Some popular options include:

    • London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

    • Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

    • Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)

  • To visit United States for tourism purposes, you will require an embassy visa if you hold a passport from South Africa. However, visa rules can change and you may need other documents depending on the duration and purpose of your trip. Always check the most up-to-date guidelines before booking your cheap ticket from Cape Town International Airport to Washington DC.

  • To reach CPT from central Cape Town, it'll take around 21 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Want a handy hotel close to CPT? If you're catching an early flight from Cape Town International Airport to Washington DC, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:

How to find the cheapest flights from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Washington DC

  • Rs171,915 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Cape Town International Airport to Washington DC. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs241,462. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.

  • Get cheap tickets from CPT to Washington DC by booking 9 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.

  • The cheapest month for tickets from Cape Town International Airport to Washington DC is May. Compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest day to fly.

  • Locking in a cheap ticket from CPT to Washington DC is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as the price has dropped.

  • Play around with the filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Cape Town International Airport to Washington DC, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.

Airports in Washington DC

Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)

  • Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) to central Washington DC is approximately 8 kilometres. It takes around 16 minutes to get to the centre driving.

  • It takes roughly 43 minutes when travelling by public transport.

  • If you're coming in on a late flight from Cape Town International Airport to Washington DC, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near DCA:

Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

Best time to go to Washington DC

  • It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Cape Town International Airport to Washington DC. July is the most popular month to visit Washington DC. If you prefer a more relaxed atmosphere, go in May.

  • Before booking a flight from Cape Town International Airport to Washington DC, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Washington DC, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC to 33ºC.

  • January has average temperatures of between -6ºC and 10ºC. Search for cheap flights from CPT to Washington DC sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

More about Washington DC

  • After locking in your flight from Cape Town International Airport to Washington DC, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Washington DC:

  • White House Historical Association and The White House are just two of the top attractions to put on your Washington DC itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at National Mall.

Complete your Washington DC trip with a car rental

  • Finding you a cheap flight from Cape Town International Airport to Washington DC isn't our only party trick. Check out our car rentals in Washington DC and explore the city on your own terms. We search for deals from trusted car rental providers and put them all in one place. Instantly compare rates and then book with no fees.

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