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Washington D.C. to Cape Town - Flights Starting at €590

Book one-way or return flights from Washington D.C. to Cape Town from as little as €590. Choose from the popular airlines below and book your flight today!

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Cheapest airlines flights from Washington D.C. to Cape Town

View airlines operating flights from Washington D.C. to Cape Town. Compare prices, find the option that best suits your travel needs, and enjoy a comfortable journey with a trusted airline.

Qatar Airways
From €590
Etihad Airways
From €624
Turkish Airlines
From €660
American Airlines
From €686
Ethiopian Airlines
From €692
Rwandair
From €710
United Airlines
From €712
EgyptAir
From €743
Saudia
From €766
Porter Airlines
From €862
ANA airlines

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Alternative Routes from Washington D.C. to Cape Town

Discover different routes, airlines, and transfers and find the best alternative flights for your journey from Washington D.C. to Cape Town.

  • Cheapest
    Qatar Airways
    IAD
    21:05
    31h 45m
    1 transfer
    CPT
    10:50
    Dulles International Airport - Cape Town International Airport
    Wed, Aug 21Qatar Airways
    €590
  • American Airlines
    DCA
    22:30
    54h 20m
    2 transfer
    CPT
    10:50
    Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport - Cape Town International Airport
    Tue, Aug 27American Airlines
    €686
  • American Airlines
    DCA
    22:30
    54h 20m
    2 transfer
    CPT
    10:50
    Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport - Cape Town International Airport
    Tue, Aug 27American Airlines
    €686
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Frequently Asked Questions

  • When are flight tickets from Washington D.C. (WAS) to Cape Town (CPT) the cheapest?

    Airlines adjust prices for flights from Washington D.C. to Cape Town based on the departure date and time of your selection. By analyzing data from all airlines, we've discovered that on Trip.com, you can find the lowest flight prices on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays.
  • How much do flights from Washington D.C. (WAS) to Cape Town (CPT) cost?

    According to Trip.com's data, the lowest price is around €1,819.
  • How long does it take to fly from Washington D.C. (WAS) to Cape Town (CPT) and what is the distance?

    It takes around 14 hours 50 minutes to fly from Washington D.C. (WAS) to Cape Town (CPT).
  • What is the transportation method from the main airport to downtown in Cape Town?

    • The distance from Cape Town International Airport to downtown is about 17km. It takes about 30 minutes by taxi.
  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Washington D.C. (WAS) to Cape Town (CPT)?

    Airlines with flights from Washington D.C. (WAS) to Cape Town (CPT): United Airlines.

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Washington D.C. to Cape Town Flight Information

Cheapest nonstop flight price

€590

Cheapest round-trip ticket price

€1,258

Off-season for travel

March

Peak season for travel

December

Flight distance

12,727.66km

Average flight time

14 hours 50 minutes

Popular airline

American Airlines