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Cheap flights from South Africa to Washington, D.C. from R10 406

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 17/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — WAS
Dec 2 — Dec 91
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from South Africa to Washington, D.C.

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to Washington, D.C. flight deals. Data was last updated 2 November 2025.

Round-trip from

R14 371

One-way from

R10 406

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R16 345

Good round-trip deal

R16 655 or less

Good one-way deal

R17 434 or less
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 19/2-9/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 44h 35m total
  • South Africa to Washington, D.C.
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 17/11
  • 1 total stop
  • 26h 35m total
  • South Africa to Washington, D.C.
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (R13 957 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R3 167 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from South Africa to Washington, D.C. (WAS).
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Price to beat on a one-way flight from South Africa to Washington, D.C. (WAS).
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Cheapest flights from South Africa to Washington, D.C.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to Washington, D.C.. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 2 November 2025.

Tue 4/119:50JNB - IAD
1 stop36h 40mEtihad Airways
Fri 20/214:35IAD - JNB
1 stop34h 45mEtihad Airways
Deal found 30/10R14 527
Mon 3/1114:30JNB - IAD
2 stops24h 30mEthiopian Air
Thu 13/1110:00IAD - JNB
1 stop20h 05mEthiopian Air
Deal found 1/11R14 579
Thu 6/1119:10JNB - IAD
1 stop23h 35mTurkish Airlines
Fri 20/221:15IAD - JNB
1 stop30h 35mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 31/10R14 769
Sun 2/1121:30CPT - IAD
1 stop26h 27mVirgin Atlantic
Mon 17/1117:59IAD - CPT
1 stop18h 16mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 1/11R14 890
Sun 2/1121:30CPT - DCA
1 stop30h 03mVirgin Atlantic
Mon 17/1118:26DCA - CPT
1 stop17h 49mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 1/11R14 890
Wed 3/1220:15JNB - IAD
1 stop26h 15mSWISS
Mon 1/620:45IAD - JNB
1 stop30h 35mSWISS
Deal found 2/11R14 925
Wed 3/1220:15JNB - DCA
2 stops32h 41mAir Canada
Mon 1/69:40DCA - JNB
2 stops41h 40mAir Canada
Deal found 2/11R14 959
Wed 3/1220:15JNB - IAD
2 stops31h 44mAir Canada
Wed 3/69:45IAD - JNB
2 stops41h 35mAir Canada
Deal found 2/11R14 959
Wed 3/1220:15JNB - DCA
2 stops45h 06mAir Canada
Sat 30/518:50DCA - JNB
2 stops56h 30mAir Canada
Deal found 2/11R15 081
Thu 27/1122:00JNB - DCA
1 stop21h 34mUnited Airlines
Mon 18/516:30DCA - JNB
1 stop19h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/11R15 133
Sat 22/1122:00JNB - IAD
1 stop20h 49mUnited Airlines
Sat 29/1117:22IAD - JNB
1 stop18h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 31/10R15 133
Wed 3/1220:15JNB - IAD
2 stops31h 44mAir Canada
Mon 1/615:30IAD - JNB
2 stops33h 10mAir Canada
Deal found 2/11R15 150

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South Africa

Fly to

Washington, D.C.

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 19/2

14:30-8:00

2 stops24h 30m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 9/3

11:00-13:05

1 stop20h 05m

R14 371

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 19/2

19:10-19:20

1 stop31h 10m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 9/3

14:30-10:50

1 stop38h 20m

R14 440

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 23/3

19:05-20:20

1 stop31h 15m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 10/4

21:40-10:35

1 stop30h 55m

R14 942

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - DCA

JNBDCA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 3/12

20:15-15:31

2 stops50h 16m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 29/5

20:40-9:20

2 stops54h 40m

R15 081

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - DCA

JNBDCA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 27/11

22:00-10:29

1 stop19h 29m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 17/5

16:00-17:45

1 stop19h 45m

R15 133

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - DCA

JNBDCA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 31/1

22:00-12:24

1 stop21h 24m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 28/2

16:10-18:35

1 stop19h 25m

R15 133

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - DCA

JNBDCA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 3/12

20:15-21:56

2 stops32h 41m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 31/5

9:40-9:20

2 stops41h 40m

R15 306

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - DCA

JNBDCA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 25/11

10:10-10:26

2 stops55h 16m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 21/5

16:30-9:20

2 stops58h 50m

R15 375

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/2

19:05-19:20

1 stop31h 15m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 17/2

21:15-10:50

1 stop30h 35m

R15 375

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - DCA

JNBDCA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 4/12

10:10-19:45

2 stops40h 35m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 1/6

9:40-9:20

2 stops41h 40m

R15 479

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Washington, D.C.

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Everything you need to know about your flight from South Africa to Washington, D.C.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Africa to Washington, D.C.?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Washington, D.C. (average of R9 419). Flying from South Africa to Washington, D.C. in December is currently the most expensive (average of R15 929). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from ZA to WAS?

Find hourly flight availability from South Africa to Washington, D.C.. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 2 November 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 20% on flights from South Africa to Washington, D.C. by exploring options for tickets at midday.

What is the cheapest day to fly from South Africa to Washington, D.C.?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from South Africa to Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their South Africa to Washington, D.C. flight should consider departing on Friday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing Washington, D.C.

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Washington, D.C.. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Washington, D.C.. Reviews last updated 2 November 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with KLM, Virgin Atlantic, andUnited Airlines from South Africa to Washington, D.C.. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7,7
Good
1 404 reviews
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Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
KLM
7,7
Good
1 404 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 404 reviews
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Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
Virgin Atlantic
7,5
Good
671 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 404 reviews
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Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
United Airlines
7,4
Good
8 994 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 404 reviews
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Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
886 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 404 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 494 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 404 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from South Africa to Washington, D.C.?

    A quick flight from South Africa to Washington, D.C. can take about 24h 30m. Ethiopian Air provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R14 371. Airlines will cover a distance of 13084 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from South Africa to Washington, D.C. one-way?

    R10 406 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Qatar Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Turkish Airlines and KLM, with prices starting from R10 856 and R14 423, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from South Africa to Washington, D.C.?

    The most popular flight routes from South Africa to Washington, D.C. are Johannesburg OR Tambo - Baltimore/Washington, Johannesburg OR Tambo - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National and Johannesburg OR Tambo - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl.

  • Can I find deals for flights from South Africa to Washington, D.C. that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on South Africa to Washington, D.C. flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from South Africa to Washington, D.C.?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from South Africa to Washington, D.C..

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from South Africa to Washington, D.C.?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa to Washington, D.C. by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Africa to Washington, D.C.?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Washington, D.C. (average of R9 419). Flying from South Africa to Washington, D.C. in December is currently the most expensive (average of R15 929). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
KLMCheapestR9 418AverageR17 774FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR13 514AverageR14 704FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR14 297AverageR16 520FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR14 299AverageR16 533FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR14 894AverageR17 164FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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United AirlinesCheapestR15 059AverageR21 883FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air FranceCheapestR15 258AverageR20 626FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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British AirwaysCheapestR15 947AverageR19 279FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR16 552AverageR18 538FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestR18 417AverageR20 879FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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