Cheap Flights from Washington Dulles (IAD) to Cape Town (CPT) from P57,431 (2026)

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Cape Town.P57,431 per passenger.Departing Wed, 22 Apr, returning Wed, 29 Apr.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Washington Dulles on Wed, 22 Apr, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Wed, 29 Apr, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From P57,431, select.

Cape Town.P57,537 per passenger.Departing Tue, 5 May, returning Wed, 27 May.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Washington Dulles on Tue, 5 May, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Wed, 27 May, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From P57,537, select.

Cape Town.P57,537 per passenger.Departing Sun, 19 Apr, returning Wed, 6 May.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Washington Dulles on Sun, 19 Apr, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Wed, 6 May, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From P57,537, select.

Cape Town.P57,612 per passenger.Departing Thu, 3 Sep, returning Tue, 15 Sep.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Washington Dulles on Thu, 3 Sep, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Tue, 15 Sep, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From P57,612, select.

Cape Town.P57,624 per passenger.Departing Thu, 27 Aug, returning Tue, 8 Sep.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Washington Dulles on Thu, 27 Aug, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Tue, 8 Sep, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From P57,624, select.

Cape Town.P57,646 per passenger.Departing Tue, 24 Feb, returning Tue, 3 Mar.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Washington Dulles on Tue, 24 Feb, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Tue, 3 Mar, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From P57,646, select.

Cape Town.P57,827 per passenger.Departing Thu, 12 Mar, returning Thu, 19 Mar.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Washington Dulles on Thu, 12 Mar, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Thu, 19 Mar, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From P57,827, select.

Cape Town.P58,871 per passenger.Departing Sun, 22 Nov, returning Tue, 1 Dec.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Washington Dulles on Sun, 22 Nov, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From P58,871, select.

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Cheapest flight found	P57,431
Cheapest month to fly	April
Average flight time	14 hrs, 33 mins
Most popular airline	United
Average flights per week	4

Finding cheap flights from Washington Dulles to Cape Town: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Washington Dulles to Cape Town?

The best price we found for a return flight from Washington Dulles to Cape Town is P57,431. 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.

How long does it take to fly from Washington Dulles to Cape Town?

14 hours and 33 minutes is the average flight time from Washington Dulles to Cape Town.

Which airlines fly direct from Washington Dulles to Cape Town?

United flies direct from Washington Dulles to Cape Town.

How many flights are there a week from Washington Dulles to Cape Town?

As of February 2026, there are 4 flights per week flying from Washington Dulles to Cape Town.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Washington Dulles to Cape Town?

The cheapest month to fly from Washington Dulles to Cape Town is usually April.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Washington Dulles Airport to Cape Town Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Washington Dulles Airport to Cape Town Airport on Wednesday, 22 April 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Washington Dulles Airport to Cape Town Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 14 hours and 33 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Cape Town?

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 Cape Town 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.

When is the best time to book flights to Cape Town?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Cape Town is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Washington Dulles Airport to Cape Town with?

Currently, Turkish Airlines and United offer the cheapest flight tickets to Cape Town.

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

Around 14 hours 30 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Cape Town International Airport.
Cape Town is six hours ahead of Washington DC and is in the UTC+2 timezone.
Each week, there are four Washington Dulles International Airport to Cape Town International Airport flights. To take off as soon as possible, go for the 18:30 United Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before flying, the latest flight is at 18:50 with United Airlines.
Give yourself enough time to make your IAD to CPT flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months like April. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
United Airlines has direct flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Cape Town International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to tick off the sights in Cape Town — and maybe even more of South Africa if you have time.
Most travellers choose to travel with United Airlines on this route.
United Airlines is the most punctual carrier that operates IAD to CPT flights, with 65.22% of its services landing on time.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Washington Dulles International Airport to Cape Town International Airport. These are the top stopovers between IAD and CPT:
- Addis Ababa Bole International Airport
- Charles de Gaulle Airport
- Amsterdam Airport Schiphol

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

P34,020 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Washington Dulles International Airport to Cape Town International Airport flight. A return flight starts from P57,431. These fares may change based on demand.
Book six months before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from IAD to CPT.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Cape Town International Airport. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for every month.
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Handy information about Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

You'll find IAD at 1 Saarinen Circle.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Washington Dulles International Airport, 74.39% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Washington Dulles International Airport is around 56 kilometres from central Washington DC. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 50 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 3 hours 25 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a hassle-free start by staying near IAD. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Cape Town International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays have you covered:

Arriving at Cape Town International Airport (CPT)

Book a hotel close to CPT if you're on a late Washington Dulles International Airport to Cape Town International Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Follow your own route with a Cape Town International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Europcar, Carwiz or First - Car Hire and discover more of Cape Town and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Cape Town International Airport around one week in advance can help you get the lowest rate.

Getting from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to central Cape Town

Cape Town International Airport to central Cape Town has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 19 kilometres away.

When to fly to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)

The quietest month for a flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Cape Town International Airport is April, while June is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Cape Town based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Cape Town is February, with the temperature ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Lock in your flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Cape Town International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from IAD to CPT in July. Temperatures average between 9ºC (48ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) then.

Explore more of South Africa

You've done Cape Town, now it's time to explore other corners of South Africa. Journey around 56 kilometres north-east to Paarl to tick off its top sights. From Bretagne Rock to Skydive Africa and Paarl Trails, your itinerary will be busy.
Worcester is another essential stop in South Africa and is around 97 kilometres east of Cape Town. No journey is complete without a visit to Green Valley, Queen's Plain and Worcester Town Hall.