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$254+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Africa

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 11/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
WAS — JNB
Oct 11 — Oct 181
Sat 10/11
Sat 10/18
1 adult, Economy
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Keep the following information in mind while searching for Washington, D.C. to Africa flight deals. Data was last updated September 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$475
(oojo)

One-way from

$254
(Mytrip)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,041

Good round-trip deal

$764 or less

Good one-way deal

$413 or less
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Cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Washington, D.C. to Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 11, 2025.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/105:30 pmIAD - RAK
1 stop16h 30mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Sun 11/237:45 pmRAK - IAD
1 stop25h 30mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 9/10$475
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/65:30 pmIAD - RAK
1 stop16h 30mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Wed 11/124:50 pmRAK - IAD
1 stop28h 25mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 9/8$476
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/145:00 pmIAD - RAK
1 stop12h 30mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Tue 10/215:10 pmRAK - IAD
1 stop27h 10mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 9/10$477
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/307:40 pmIAD - TNG
2 stops20h 20mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/57:10 amTNG - IAD
2 stops17h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/9$480
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/510:20 pmIAD - RAK
1 stop13h 00mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Tue 10/215:10 pmRAK - IAD
1 stop27h 10mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 9/10$480
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/57:40 pmIAD - TNG
2 stops19h 55mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/135:05 pmTNG - IAD
2 stops31h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/9$481
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/115:30 pmIAD - RAK
1 stop16h 30mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Sun 11/237:45 pmRAK - IAD
1 stop25h 30mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 9/11$482
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/57:40 pmIAD - TNG
2 stops17h 40mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/127:10 amTNG - IAD
2 stops17h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/9$484
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/115:30 pmIAD - RAK
1 stop12h 25mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Mon 11/1712:45 pmRAK - IAD
1 stop31h 50mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 9/10$484
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/97:40 pmIAD - TNG
2 stops20h 20mMultiple Airlines
Fri 11/147:10 amTNG - IAD
2 stops17h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/9$485
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/167:40 pmIAD - TNG
2 stops20h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sat 11/226:05 pmTNG - IAD
2 stops30h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/9$486
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/135:30 pmIAD - RAK
1 stop12h 25mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Sat 11/226:10 pmRAK - IAD
1 stop32h 50mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 9/11$487

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Washington, D.C. to Africa 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated September 11, 2025.
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Washington, D.C.Marrakech

IAD - RAK

IADRAK

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 12/10

9:45 pm-6:20 pm

1 stop14h 35m

Marrakech Menara

Tue 2/17

1:25 pm-3:35 pm

1 stop31h 10m

$576

Washington, D.C.Marrakech

IAD - RAK

IADRAK

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 12/7

6:20 pm-6:15 pm

1 stop17h 55m

Marrakech Menara

Wed 2/18

11:35 am-3:35 pm

1 stop33h 00m

$576

Washington, D.C.Marrakech

IAD - RAK

IADRAK

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 11/2

6:20 pm-4:05 pm

1 stop15h 45m

Marrakech Menara

Wed 11/19

11:35 am-3:35 pm

1 stop34h 00m

$591

Washington, D.C.Marrakech

IAD - RAK

IADRAK

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 11/2

6:20 pm-4:05 pm

1 stop15h 45m

Marrakech Menara

Thu 11/13

1:10 pm-3:35 pm

1 stop32h 25m

$591

Washington, D.C.Marrakech

IAD - RAK

IADRAK

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 11/12

9:45 pm-6:20 pm

1 stop14h 35m

Marrakech Menara

Thu 11/20

2:10 pm-7:55 pm

1 stop35h 45m

$603

Washington, D.C.Marrakech

IAD - RAK

IADRAK

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 11/12

10:30 pm-4:00 pm

1 stop35h 30m

Marrakech Menara

Sun 11/23

7:45 pm-3:15 pm

1 stop25h 30m

$619

Washington, D.C.Cairo

IAD - CAI

IADCAI

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 11/12

12:51 pm-2:15 am

2 stops30h 24m

Cairo

Sat 12/6

4:35 am-8:54 pm

2 stops23h 19m

$625

Washington, D.C.Cairo

IAD - CAI

IADCAI

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 11/12

12:51 pm-4:55 pm

2 stops21h 04m

Cairo

Thu 12/4

5:55 pm-8:54 pm

2 stops33h 59m

$625

Washington, D.C.Cairo

IAD - CAI

IADCAI

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 11/14

12:51 pm-4:55 pm

2 stops21h 04m

Cairo

Thu 12/4

5:55 pm-8:54 pm

2 stops33h 59m

$625

Washington, D.C.Tangier

IAD - TNG

IADTNG

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 1/6

6:00 pm-3:45 pm

1 stop15h 45m

Tangier Ibn Battouta

Tue 1/13

7:40 am-4:30 pm

1 stop14h 50m

$644

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Africa (average of $1,173). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,675). 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 WAS to AF?

Find hourly flight availability from Washington, D.C. to Africa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated September 11, 2025.

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Africa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Africa. 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 Africa. Reviews last updated September 11, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines, and Turkish Airlines from Washington, D.C. to Africa have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,937 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,968 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
861 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Royal Air Maroc
6.2
Okay
511 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Washington, D.C. to Africa. 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 Washington, D.C. to Africa?

    British Airways, ITA Airways, and United Airlines can get you from Washington, D.C. to Africa in just under 14h 35m. Your travel time can differ by up to 15h 49m. The distance from Washington, D.C. to Africa is about 3851 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    $330 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Royal Jordanian. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Royal Air Maroc and TAP AIR PORTUGAL, with prices starting from $413 and $426, respectively.

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

    The most popular route from Washington, D.C. to Africa is Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Lagos Murtala Muhammed. You may also consider Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Accra Kotoka or Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Cairo.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Africa 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 Washington, D.C. to Africa?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Africa (average of $1,173). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,675). 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 Washington, D.C. to Africa

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Washington, D.C. to Africa. 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated September 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SAUDIACheapest$294Average$737FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
SWISSCheapest$382Average$953FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
British AirwaysCheapest$509Average$1,254FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
TAP AIR PORTUGALCheapest$525Average$794FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Royal JordanianCheapest$537Average$788FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
IberiaCheapest$561Average$943FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Air CanadaCheapest$588Average$752FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Air FranceCheapest$596Average$1,132FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$621Average$924FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
KLMCheapest$646Average$1,237FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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