Flights from Washington Airport IAD to Cape Town Airport CPT

Q: How long does the flight from Washington to Cape Town to take?

The flight from Washington to Cape Town takes15 Hours 49 Minutes.

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Travelling from Washington Dulles International to Cape Town International is not a very popular route. There is however one airliner offer flights which is United Airlines. The flight time is approximately 15 Hours 49 Minutes.

The cost of flights varies on the time and day you fly. The cheapest flights available will generally be mid week or late in the evening, so if you are on a budget then these are the flight times you should consider. Alternatively, you could book well in advance and you flight could be up to 50% cheaper, especially with budget airliners. We recommend our viewers to pay and reserve the seats in advance. This ensures you get the best seats on the plane at the cheapest prices.

On arriving at Cape Town International please note the time difference, the time zone at Cape Town International is 2.0 GMT compared to 5.0 GMT at Washington Dulles International.

Travellers planning to fly from Washington Dulles International Airport to Cape Town International Airport can pre-book short or long term car parking at Washington Dulles International Airport.

If you are renting a car at Cape Town International Airport it is recommended to fill up the fuel tank before returning the vehicle at the nearest fuel station to Cape Town International Airport in order to avoid incurring additional costs. *Please check your rental agreement to understand the fuel policy for your vehicle.

Below are some options if you require transport to Washington Dulles International Airport:

Ensure your arrival at Cape Town International Airport is as stress-free as possible by pre-booking your onwards transport - booking early may also save you money:

Need a place to stay when you get to Cape Town? See a range of hotels near Cape Town International Airport

Please see below the airlines that fly from Washington Dulles International (IAD) to Cape Town International (CPT) and the amount of daily flights in operation.

Flights Chart

Airliner	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa	Su	First Flight	Last Flight	Flights
United Airlines	1	1	0	1	1	1	1	16:10	18:50	VIEW FLIGHTS

United Airlines is the most popular airliners who operate this route. They have around 6 a week with times that vary between 16:10 and 18:50.

To book your flight you can visit United Airlines on their website united.com. You will find up to date information on availability and the latest discounts.

Flight times for the route are summarised in the table below. These time were correct at the time of writing, but please be aware that times may vary from time to time so please check their website for exact times and the dates you wish to fly.

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