Direct flights from Dulles to Cape Town IAD → CPT

United Airlines flies nonstop from Dulles (IAD) to Cape Town (CPT), 3–4 times a week. The flight takes about 16h 52m and covers 7,931 miles (12,764 km). Round-trip fares typically run around $1712. Arrivals run on time 83.7% at IAD — BTS data for the last three months, counting arrivals within 15 minutes of schedule. Fares last checked 28 August 2026.

60-day flexibility overview based on 6 recent fares across the next 60 days

Cheapest
$1,711
Typical
$1,712
Most expensive
$2,112

Cheapest combos

United Best
Mon Nov 16 18:45 → 16:10
Tue Nov 24 20:50 → 05:55 8 nights
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Departure Schedule typical week

Typical weekly schedule · 3 flights per week · Updated 10d ago

United Airlines
3 flights per week
Mon, Thu, Sat
18:25 → 15:20

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Frequently asked questions

Is there a direct flight from Dulles to Cape Town?

Yes, United Airlines operates nonstop flights from Dulles (IAD) to Cape Town (CPT).

Which airlines fly direct from Dulles to Cape Town?

United Airlines operates nonstop flights from Dulles to Cape Town.

How long is the flight from Dulles to Cape Town?

The nonstop flight from Dulles to Cape Town takes ~16h 52m (approximately 12764 km).

How often do direct flights operate from Dulles to Cape Town?

Nonstop flights from Dulles to Cape Town operate 3–4×/week — 3 flights per week.

What is the on-time performance for flights from Dulles to Cape Town?

Arrivals run on time 83.7% at IAD — BTS data for the last three months, counting arrivals within 15 minutes of schedule.

What days of the week are there direct flights from Dulles to Cape Town?

Direct flights from Dulles to Cape Town operate on Monday, Thursday, and Saturday.

How much is a round-trip flight from Dulles to Cape Town?

Round-trip flights from Dulles (IAD) to Cape Town (CPT) start at $1711, with a typical fare around $1712. Based on 6 recent fare combinations.

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