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Cape Town to Washington DC Flights
Cape Town International Airport
Planning a trip can often be a challenge for those on a budget. Orbitz.com can help travelers locate cheap flights from Cape Town. Cape Town International Airport is located approximately 12 miles from downtown Cape Town. Twenty-one airlines service the Cape Town International Airport, including Virgin Atlantic Airlines, South African and British Airways.
Parking at the Airport
Public car parks are owned by ACSA. Valet vehicles are available to and from these parks to the main airport terminal. Two parkades are located on both sides of the Transport plaza, and shuttles are available to and from the parkades to the airport main terminal. Both short-term and long-term parking are available, and rates are charged by the hour or by the day.
Transportation to the Airport
Passengers with special needs can access the Landslide hotline at the airport for assistance in getting to the terminal. The CITI shuttle provides transportation to and from the airport from various locations around Cape Town. Taxis provide metered rides from anywhere in the city, and many hotels offer free shuttle services to and from the airport for their customers. Orbitz.com can help locate the best deals on rental cars.
Restaurants at Cape Town International
There are a variety of dining options at Cape Town International Airport. Dulce Café offers a selection of coffee, tea and pastries. Mugg and Bean offers a variety of blended coffees and grilled breakfast sandwiches, and the Vida Café has a selection of sit down breakfast menu items. Orbitz.com can help travelers in planning their next vacation by locating the cheapest flights from Cape Town.
Washington DC Airport
Orbitz.com can help you book cheap flights to Washington DC, which is served by Dulles International Airport. Dulles is located 26 miles from Washington DC, in Chantilly, Virginia. It was the first American airport designed for commercial travel. The airport offers nonstop service to 114 destinations within the United States as well as 37 international locations. Orbitz.com can help you find deals on your air ticket.
Transportation
Dulles airport offers more than 24,000 public parking spaces, with most requiring an hourly fee for use. The airport provides an economy lot as well as valet parking. Visitors picking up passengers can utilize the cell phone waiting area. Dulles International Airport offers a variety of transportation options, including taxis, coaches and shuttles. Rental cars, Metrorail, and Metrobus are also convenient transportation options that are readily available. Taxi fare from the airport to downtown Washington DC costs around $20. A one-way Metrorail fare is $1.70, and a one-way Metrobus fare is $1.60.
Weather
Generally, the weather in Washington DC is mild compared to other East Coast cities. Winter temperatures can dip as low as 24°F, and the area occasionally gets snowstorms. Springtime is mild, with temperatures averaging 60°F. Summer months can get very hot, with average temperatures around 89°F. The fall temperatures often average 54°F.
Dulles Airport Restaurants
Many restaurants are available to passengers at the Dulles International Airport. Five Guys, Harry's Tap Room, Capital Grounds Coffee, California Tortilla, and Vino Volo Wine Room are just a sampling of the dining options. Checking Orbitz.com for cheap flights to Washington DC is your best bet for finding great deals.
Cheap flights from Cape Town to Washington DC
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June
Lowest roundtrip airfare in June from Cape Town to Washington DC
| Travel dates | Departure | Arrival | Stops: | Round-trip |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leave Thu, Jun 20 | Cape Town (CPT) | Washington DC (IAD) |
Turkish Airlines
|
$1,754 |
| Return Mon, Jul 8 | Washington DC (IAD) | Cape Town (CPT) |
Turkish Airlines |
July
Lowest roundtrip airfare in July from Cape Town to Washington DC
| Travel dates | Departure | Arrival | Stops: | Round-trip |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leave Wed, Jul 24 | Cape Town (CPT) | Washington DC (IAD) |
South African Airways
|
$1,618 |
| Return Sat, Aug 3 | Washington DC (IAD) | Cape Town (CPT) |
South African Airways |
Airports in Cape Town , ZA
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1
Cape Town Int'l Airport (CPT)
Distance from City Center: 10.3 miles
Airports in Washington DC DC, US
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1
Reagan Airport (DCA)
Distance from City Center: 3 miles
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2
Dulles Airport (IAD)
Distance from City Center: 22.3 miles
Cheap airline tickets from Cape Town to Washington DC
| Airline | Departure | Arrival | Travel dates | Round-trip |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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South African Airways
| CPT | WAS | Wed, Jul 24 - Sat, Aug 3 | $1,618 |
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Turkish Airlines
| CPT | WAS | Wed, Jul 24 - Sat, Aug 3 | $1,672 |
British Airways
| CPT | WAS | Wed, Jul 24 - Sat, Aug 3 | $1,756 |
United Airlines
| CPT | WAS | Wed, Jul 24 - Sat, Aug 3 | $2,087 |
Virgin Atlantic
| CPT | WAS | Wed, Jul 24 - Sat, Aug 3 | $3,043 |
Iberia
| CPT | WAS | Wed, Jul 24 - Sat, Aug 3 | $4,490 |
