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Cheap flights from South Africa to Washington, D.C. from R9 905

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 28/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — WAS
Jan 10 — Jan 171
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 11 December 2025.

Sat 20/1222:00JNB - IAD
1 stop20h 47mUnited Airlines
Thu 22/117:38IAD - JNB
1 stop17h 57mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/12R14 807
Sun 21/1222:00JNB - IAD
1 stop20h 47mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/117:38IAD - JNB
1 stop17h 57mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/12R15 010
Mon 22/1219:45JNB - IAD
1 stop27h 05mUnited Airlines
Thu 22/117:38IAD - JNB
1 stop17h 57mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/12R15 095
Mon 22/1219:45JNB - IAD
1 stop27h 05mLufthansa
Tue 20/117:40IAD - JNB
1 stop30h 25mLufthansa
Deal found 10/12R15 162
Tue 23/1219:45JNB - IAD
2 stops35h 30mUnited Airlines
Thu 22/117:38IAD - JNB
1 stop17h 57mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/12R15 179
Sat 20/1222:00JNB - IAD
1 stop20h 47mUnited Airlines
Sat 24/112:40IAD - JNB
2 stops37h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/12R15 196
Tue 23/1219:45JNB - IAD
2 stops32h 36mUnited Airlines
Mon 19/117:38IAD - JNB
1 stop17h 57mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/12R15 280
Mon 22/1219:35JNB - IAD
1 stop27h 00mAmerican Airlines
Wed 21/117:05IAD - JNB
2 stops31h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/12R15 331
Mon 22/1222:00JNB - IAD
1 stop24h 35mAmerican Airlines
Sat 31/117:05IAD - JNB
2 stops31h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/12R15 348
Tue 23/1219:45JNB - IAD
2 stops25h 15mLufthansa
Tue 20/117:40IAD - JNB
1 stop30h 25mLufthansa
Deal found 10/12R15 416
Mon 22/1219:45JNB - IAD
1 stop27h 05mUnited Airlines
Wed 21/117:15IAD - JNB
1 stop33h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/12R15 466
Wed 24/1214:35CPT - IAD
2 stops24h 25mEthiopian Air
Mon 9/210:00IAD - CPT
1 stop21h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 9/12R15 720

Find 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 11 December 2025.

Round-trip from

R13 979

One-way from

R9 905

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R16 548

Good round-trip deal

R16 245 or less

Good one-way deal

R15 882 or less
Virgin Atlantic
  • Virgin Atlantic
  • 25/1-1/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 47h 21m total
  • South Africa to Washington, D.C.
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28/1
  • 28/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 54h 55m total
  • South Africa to Washington, D.C.
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (R13 181 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R2 607 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in December 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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Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa to Washington, D.C. that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 11 December 2025.
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Washington, D.C.

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Depart

Return

Price

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - IAD

CPTIAD

Cape Town Intl

Tue 2/6

13:50-8:55

2 stops25h 05m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 10/8

10:55-14:35

1 stop21h 40m

R14 537

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 21/12

22:00-11:47

1 stop20h 47m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 24/1

17:38-18:35

1 stop17h 57m

R14 807

JohannesburgBaltimore

JNB - BWI

JNBBWI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 31/1

22:00-18:45

1 stop27h 45m

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 28/2

20:35-10:25

1 stop30h 50m

R14 976

JohannesburgBaltimore

JNB - BWI

JNBBWI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 26/1

22:00-18:45

1 stop27h 45m

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 1/2

20:35-10:25

1 stop30h 50m

R14 976

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - DCA

JNBDCA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 1/2

22:00-17:08

2 stops26h 08m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 6/2

22:15-10:25

2 stops29h 10m

R14 976

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - DCA

JNBDCA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 26/1

22:00-18:44

2 stops27h 44m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 1/2

22:15-10:25

2 stops29h 10m

R15 061

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 24/12

19:45-20:15

1 stop31h 30m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 22/1

17:38-18:35

1 stop17h 57m

R15 095

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 23/12

19:45-15:50

1 stop27h 05m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 19/1

17:38-18:35

1 stop17h 57m

R15 095

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 24/12

19:45-14:35

1 stop25h 50m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 23/1

17:15-18:35

1 stop18h 20m

R15 095

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 26/1

19:45-15:50

1 stop27h 05m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 1/2

17:50-18:35

1 stop17h 45m

R15 095

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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 145). Flying from South Africa to Washington, D.C. in August is currently the most expensive (average of R15 500). 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 11 December 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.

How often are flights from South Africa to Washington, D.C. delayed?

About 10% of weekly flights between South Africa and Washington, D.C. have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 147 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for South Africa 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.

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.

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

Over the past year, United Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 10% of flights being delayed.

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 11 December 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
1 432 reviews
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Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,7

Food

7,2

Crew

8,3

Comfort

7,6

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
KLM
7,7
Good
1 432 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 432 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,7

Food

7,2

Crew

8,3

Comfort

7,6

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
Virgin Atlantic
7,5
Good
675 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 432 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,7

Food

7,2

Crew

8,3

Comfort

7,6

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 095 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 432 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,7

Food

7,2

Crew

8,3

Comfort

7,6

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
902 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 432 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,7

Food

7,2

Crew

8,3

Comfort

7,6

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 573 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 432 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,7

Food

7,2

Crew

8,3

Comfort

7,6

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from South Africa to Washington, D.C.. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • 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 20h 47m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R14 807. 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?

    R7 979 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Turkish Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Qatar Airways and Emirates, with prices starting from R8 626 and R12 336, 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 - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National, Johannesburg OR Tambo - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl and Johannesburg OR Tambo - Baltimore/Washington.

  • 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 145). Flying from South Africa to Washington, D.C. in August is currently the most expensive (average of R15 500). 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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Top 10 airlines flying from South Africa to Washington, D.C.

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from South Africa to Washington, D.C.. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 11 December 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
KLMCheapestR9 108AverageR17 201FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR13 503AverageR14 490FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR13 920AverageR16 044FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR13 958AverageR16 124FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR14 541AverageR17 251FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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United AirlinesCheapestR14 639AverageR19 250FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air FranceCheapestR14 896AverageR20 741FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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DeltaCheapestR15 294AverageR15 994FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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British AirwaysCheapestR15 565AverageR17 514FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR16 155AverageR18 151FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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