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Cheap flights from South Africa to Washington, D.C. from R9 181

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 30/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — WAS
May 21 — May 281
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 21 April 2026.

Wed 15/79:50
JNB
-
IAD
1 stop29h 55m
Etihad Airways
Mon 31/815:10
IAD
-
JNB
1 stop35h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 20/4R15 760
Thu 16/79:50
JNB
-
IAD
1 stop29h 55m
Etihad Airways
Fri 21/815:10
IAD
-
JNB
1 stop35h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 16/4R15 792
Mon 29/69:50
JNB
-
IAD
1 stop29h 55m
Etihad Airways
Wed 15/715:10
IAD
-
JNB
1 stop35h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 20/4R15 825
Fri 17/79:50
JNB
-
IAD
1 stop29h 55m
Etihad Airways
Mon 31/815:10
IAD
-
JNB
1 stop35h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 20/4R15 891
Fri 17/79:50
JNB
-
IAD
1 stop29h 55m
Etihad Airways
Thu 27/815:10
IAD
-
JNB
1 stop35h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 20/4R16 087
Tue 26/519:50
JNB
-
IAD
1 stop28h 30m
Qatar Airways
Tue 15/921:00
IAD
-
JNB
1 stop30h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 18/4R16 103
Fri 17/79:50
JNB
-
IAD
1 stop29h 55m
Etihad Airways
Sat 29/815:10
IAD
-
JNB
1 stop35h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 20/4R16 218
Tue 1/920:55
JNB
-
IAD
1 stop41h 50m
Qatar Airways
Mon 14/921:00
IAD
-
JNB
1 stop30h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 18/4R16 398
Fri 17/79:50
JNB
-
IAD
1 stop29h 55m
Etihad Airways
Fri 28/815:10
IAD
-
JNB
1 stop35h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 20/4R16 414
Tue 5/519:50
JNB
-
IAD
1 stop28h 30m
Qatar Airways
Tue 12/521:00
IAD
-
JNB
1 stop25h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 17/4R16 463
Thu 7/519:50
JNB
-
IAD
1 stop28h 30m
Qatar Airways
Tue 12/521:00
IAD
-
JNB
1 stop25h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 17/4R16 480
Fri 20/1122:00
JNB
-
BWI
1 stop27h 45m
British Airways
Fri 8/120:35
BWI
-
JNB
1 stop28h 00m
British Airways
Deal found 18/4R17 003

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 21 April 2026.

Round-trip from

R15 760

One-way from

R9 181

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

R16 283

Good round-trip deal

R17 123 or less

Good one-way deal

R23 576 or less
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 15/7-27/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 65h 05m total
  • South Africa to Washington, D.C.
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 30/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 35h 40m total
  • South Africa to Washington, D.C.
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (R15 855 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 736 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 21 April 2026.
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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgBaltimore

JNB - BWI

JNBBWI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 18/7

21:15-19:45

1 stop28h 30m

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 1/9

19:25-9:25

1 stop32h 00m

R19 786

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 26/5

19:25-17:25

1 stop28h 00m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 15/9

20:15-7:00

2 stops28h 45m

R19 949

DurbanWashington, D.C.

DUR - IAD

DURIAD

Durban King Shaka Intl

Mon 1/6

18:40-8:40

1 stop44h 00m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 8/6

10:55-16:35

1 stop23h 40m

R20 637

JohannesburgBaltimore

JNB - BWI

JNBBWI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 16/7

21:15-19:40

1 stop28h 25m

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 27/8

21:30-7:00

1 stop27h 30m

R20 866

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - DCA

JNBDCA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 6/9

20:25-16:06

2 stops25h 41m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 20/9

8:00-19:40

1 stop29h 40m

R20 898

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 23/5

13:30-8:40

1 stop25h 10m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 19/7

10:55-16:15

1 stop23h 20m

R21 455

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 24/5

13:30-8:40

1 stop25h 10m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 20/7

10:55-20:35

1 stop27h 40m

R21 455

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 30/4

14:30-8:55

2 stops24h 25m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 4/5

10:55-13:25

1 stop20h 30m

R21 668

DurbanWashington, D.C.

DUR - IAD

DURIAD

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 31/5

17:00-8:40

2 stops45h 40m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 7/6

10:55-16:35

1 stop23h 40m

R21 749

DurbanWashington, D.C.

DUR - IAD

DURIAD

Durban King Shaka Intl

Fri 5/6

7:00-8:40

2 stops31h 40m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 12/6

10:55-16:35

1 stop23h 40m

R21 962

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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 575). Flying from South Africa to Washington, D.C. in August is currently the most expensive (average of R14 320). 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 21 April 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 5% 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 5% 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 21 April 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
7,8
Good
1 501 reviews
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Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

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
7,8
Good
1 501 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 501 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

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
687 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 501 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

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
9 613 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 501 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

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
1 004 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 501 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

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
7 903 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 501 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

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

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 25h 41m. British Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R20 898. Airlines will cover a distance of 13047 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?

    R8 368 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 Emirates, with prices starting from R9 944 and R11 458, 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. Dulles Intl, Johannesburg OR Tambo - Baltimore/Washington and Johannesburg OR Tambo - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National.

  • 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 575). Flying from South Africa to Washington, D.C. in August is currently the most expensive (average of R14 320). 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 818AverageR16 975FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR10 749AverageR18 270FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR12 815AverageR13 759FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR13 498AverageR14 139FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR13 612AverageR16 234FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR13 775AverageR15 972FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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United AirlinesCheapestR14 031AverageR17 585FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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British AirwaysCheapestR14 158AverageR16 890FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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DeltaCheapestR15 366AverageR15 939FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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EmiratesCheapestR17 985AverageR19 729FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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