Planning a trip from Washington D.C. to Cape Town? Knowing the flight time and other essential details can help you prepare for a smooth journey. Here’s everything you need to know about flights between Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) and Cape Town International Airport (CPT).
Key Information
- Flight Time: Approximately 14 hours and 45 minutes.
- Departure Airport: Washington Dulles International (IAD), a large airport in the USA with flights to 159 destinations via 47 airlines.
- Arrival Airport: Cape Town International (CPT), the second-largest airport in South Africa, serving 40 destinations with 26 airlines.
Airlines and Prices
Several airlines offer flights from Washington D.C. to Cape Town. Here are some examples of prices found based on user searches for direct flights between Washington Dulles International and Cape Town International. Note that these are average prices for a round-trip with one adult and can vary:
- United Airlines: US$590 - US$833
- EgyptAir: US$590
- Delta Air Lines: US$633
- American Airlines: US$677
- Turkish Airlines: US$815 (November 26, 2025 - US$923)
- Ethiopian Airlines: US$836
Note: Crossed-out prices are calculated based on the average price of the corresponding route on Trip.com.
Below is a list of aircraft types we have within our database with flights on this route.
Top Airlines: Qatar Airways (10.0)
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Best Time to Book
According to data analysis, the best time to book flights from Washington D.C. to Cape Town is around 40 days (6 weeks) in advance. Additionally, flying on Tuesday, Wednesday, or Saturday can offer the best deals. Specifically, Tuesday typically has the cheapest departure flights, while Saturday offers the best return deals.
Cheapest Months to Fly
The cheapest months to fly from Washington D.C. to Cape Town is August, when demand for travel is lower.
Time Difference
Keep in mind that there is a 7-hour time difference between Cape Town and Washington D.C.
Changing or Canceling Tickets
Tickets can only be changed or canceled if permitted by airline policy. To submit a change or cancellation request, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and segment, and submit a request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline ticket policy. However, if the flight has been rescheduled and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please check the customer support pages.
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