How often are flights from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. delayed?

About 6% of weekly flights between Cape Town and Washington, D.C. have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 178 minutes.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Friday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Tuesday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

What is the most punctual flight time for Cape Town to Washington, D.C. flights?

Historically, flights departing in the evening are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Cape Town to Washington, D.C. flights?

Over the past year, United Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 6% of flights being delayed.

How long is the flight from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

There are many flights that can get you from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport in 15h 55m. Fly via Ethiopian Air, KLM, or United Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport is about 7926 mi. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport ranges from 66.0 - 102.0 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 102.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport when rainfall is around 66.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 27.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 2.0 C).

What airport do you fly from for flights from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl?

If you book a flight to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl from Cape Town, you will be flying from Cape Town Intl, which is the city’s only airport. Cape Town Intl (CPT) is located 9.7 mi from the center of Cape Town. There are 0 flights from Cape Town Intl to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl per day from 0 different airlines.

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Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (average of £776). Flying from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport in January is currently the most expensive (average of £1,446). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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What airport do you fly from for flights from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl?
If you book a flight to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl from Cape Town, you will be flying from Cape Town Intl, which is the city’s only airport. Cape Town Intl (CPT) is located 9.7 mi from the center of Cape Town. There are 0 flights from Cape Town Intl to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl per day from 0 different airlines.
How long is the flight from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?
There are many flights that can get you from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport in 15h 55m. Fly via Ethiopian Air, KLM, or United Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport is about 7926 mi. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.
Can I find deals for flights from Cape Town to Dulles Intl that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Cape Town to Dulles Intl flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Cape Town to Dulles Intl?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Cape Town to Dulles Intl.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Cape Town to Dulles Intl?
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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?
Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (average of £776). Flying from Cape Town to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport in January is currently the most expensive (average of £1,446). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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About 6% of weekly flights between Cape Town and Washington, D.C. have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 178 minutes.

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