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Cheap flights from South Africa to Washington, D.C. from R9 120

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 26/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — WAS
Mar 19 — Mar 261
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 17 February 2026.

Thu 19/214:30
JNB
-
IAD
2 stops24h 30m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 26/210:00
IAD
-
JNB
1 stop20h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 14/2R13 170
Wed 12/819:25
JNB
-
IAD
2 stops26h 20m
American Airlines
Tue 25/817:15
IAD
-
JNB
2 stops34h 10m
American Airlines
Deal found 15/2R13 282
Tue 3/314:30
JNB
-
IAD
2 stops24h 30m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 17/311:00
IAD
-
JNB
1 stop20h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 14/2R13 298
Tue 17/223:00
JNB
-
IAD
2 stops27h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 4/310:00
IAD
-
JNB
1 stop20h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 14/2R13 409
Sun 3/59:50
JNB
-
IAD
1 stop29h 55m
Etihad Airways
Fri 8/515:10
IAD
-
JNB
1 stop35h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 17/2R13 441
Mon 16/39:50
JNB
-
IAD
1 stop30h 15m
Etihad Airways
Thu 19/315:35
IAD
-
JNB
1 stop34h 45m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 15/2R13 473
Thu 19/214:30
JNB
-
IAD
2 stops24h 30m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 9/311:00
IAD
-
JNB
1 stop20h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 13/2R13 521
Mon 9/319:05
JNB
-
IAD
1 stop23h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 23/322:15
IAD
-
JNB
1 stop30h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 14/2R13 537
Tue 3/319:10
JNB
-
IAD
1 stop23h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 17/314:30
IAD
-
JNB
1 stop38h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 14/2R13 585
Tue 14/417:50
JNB
-
IAD
1 stop23h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Sat 18/413:20
IAD
-
JNB
1 stop39h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 16/2R13 601
Thu 5/319:35
JNB
-
IAD
2 stops27h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 15/322:00
IAD
-
JNB
2 stops30h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 16/2R13 648
Tue 31/321:15
JNB
-
BWI
1 stop28h 25m
British Airways
Tue 7/421:30
BWI
-
JNB
1 stop27h 30m
British Airways
Deal found 14/2R13 935

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 17 February 2026.

Round-trip from

R13 282

One-way from

R9 120

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

R14 206

Good round-trip deal

R15 450 or less

Good one-way deal

R19 690 or less
American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 12/8-25/8
  • 4 total stops
  • 60h 30m total
  • South Africa to Washington, D.C.
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 26/2
  • 1 total stop
  • 34h 10m total
  • South Africa to Washington, D.C.
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (R12 544 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R2 141 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in February 2026
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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 17 February 2026.
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Washington, D.C.

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/3

9:50-10:05

1 stop30h 15m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 19/3

15:35-8:20

1 stop34h 45m

R13 473

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/3

19:05-19:20

1 stop31h 15m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 10/3

22:15-10:50

1 stop30h 35m

R13 585

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 14/4

17:50-11:35

1 stop23h 45m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 18/4

13:20-10:30

1 stop39h 10m

R13 601

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/3

19:35-15:35

2 stops27h 00m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 15/3

22:00-10:25

2 stops30h 25m

R13 648

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/3

19:10-19:20

1 stop31h 10m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 15/3

14:30-10:50

1 stop38h 20m

R13 680

JohannesburgBaltimore

JNB - BWI

JNBBWI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 2/4

21:15-19:40

1 stop28h 25m

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 9/4

21:30-7:00

1 stop27h 30m

R13 983

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 23/3

19:35-20:30

2 stops30h 55m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 3/4

20:40-7:00

2 stops28h 20m

R14 127

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/3

14:30-8:00

2 stops24h 30m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 15/3

11:00-13:05

1 stop20h 05m

R14 143

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/3

19:35-16:35

1 stop27h 00m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 19/3

19:20-10:25

1 stop33h 05m

R14 190

JohannesburgBaltimore

JNB - BWI

JNBBWI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/3

19:35-19:45

1 stop30h 10m

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 17/3

21:35-10:25

1 stop30h 50m

R14 254

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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 R8 610). Flying from South Africa to Washington, D.C. in August is currently the most expensive (average of R14 573). 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 17 February 2026.

When flying from South Africa to Washington, D.C., the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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

About 6% of weekly flights between South Africa and Washington, D.C. have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 155 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?

Sunday 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 6% 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 17 February 2026.
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
1 455 reviews
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Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
KLM
7,7
Good
1 455 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 455 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
Virgin Atlantic
7,5
Good
678 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 455 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 308 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 455 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
962 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 455 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 752 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 455 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas

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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 23h 09m. Etihad Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R13 951. Airlines will cover a distance of 12756 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 527 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 153 and R11 163, 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 Cape Town Intl - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl, 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 R8 610). Flying from South Africa to Washington, D.C. in August is currently the most expensive (average of R14 573). 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.

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
KLMCheapestR8 591AverageR16 600FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR12 737AverageR13 668FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR13 056AverageR14 875FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR13 151AverageR13 762FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR13 420AverageR16 054FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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United AirlinesCheapestR13 808AverageR17 617FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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British AirwaysCheapestR13 995AverageR16 393FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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DeltaCheapestR14 487AverageR15 087FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR15 260AverageR17 212FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestR17 522AverageR19 143FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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