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$589+ Cheap flights from South Africa to District of Columbia

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 11/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — IAD
Oct 15 — Oct 221
Wed 10/15
Wed 10/22
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from South Africa to District of Columbia

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to District of Columbia flight deals. Data was last updated September 15, 2025.

Round-trip from

$876
(oojo)

One-way from

$589
(Mytrip)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$975

Good round-trip deal

$932 or less

Good one-way deal

$1,084 or less
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Cheapest flights from South Africa to District of Columbia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to District of Columbia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 15, 2025.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Fri 10/39:50 amJNB - IAD
1 stop36h 20mEtihad Airways
Sat 10/1810:05 pmIAD - JNB
1 stop28h 15mEtihad Airways
Deal found 9/14$876
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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.
Fri 10/39:50 amJNB - IAD
1 stop36h 20mEtihad Airways
Sun 10/1910:05 pmIAD - JNB
1 stop28h 25mEtihad Airways
Deal found 9/13$885
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/169:50 amJNB - IAD
1 stop36h 20mEtihad Airways
Sat 10/2510:05 pmIAD - JNB
1 stop28h 15mEtihad Airways
Deal found 9/13$888
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/149:50 amJNB - IAD
1 stop36h 20mEtihad Airways
Sat 10/2510:05 pmIAD - JNB
1 stop28h 15mEtihad Airways
Deal found 9/13$893
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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 SWISS is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/53:20 pmDUR - IAD
2 stops31h 10mSWISS
Sun 11/98:30 pmIAD - DUR
2 stops34h 25mSWISS
Deal found 9/12$893
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/292:30 pmJNB - IAD
2 stops24h 30mEthiopian Air
Wed 11/510:00 amIAD - JNB
1 stop20h 05mEthiopian Air
Deal found 9/14$895
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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 10/281:50 pmCPT - IAD
2 stops25h 10mEthiopian Air
Tue 11/410:00 amIAD - CPT
1 stop20h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 9/12$899
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Wed 10/152:30 pmJNB - IAD
2 stops24h 25mEthiopian Air
Wed 10/229:20 pmIAD - JNB
2 stops24h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 9/14$900
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/157:00 pmJNB - IAD
1 stop24h 30mUnited Airlines
Fri 10/245:18 pmIAD - JNB
1 stop18h 27mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/14$902
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/188:40 pmJNB - IAD
1 stop25h 20mDelta
Thu 10/210:07 amIAD - JNB
1 stop27h 33mDelta
Deal found 9/14$907
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/137:00 pmJNB - IAD
2 stops35h 21mUnited Airlines
Tue 10/215:10 pmIAD - JNB
1 stop18h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/14$908
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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 Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/289:30 pmCPT - IAD
1 stop31h 50mVirgin Atlantic
Tue 11/410:20 pmIAD - CPT
1 stop30h 45mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 9/12$920

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Customize your flight search to find flights from South Africa to District of Columbia 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 15, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to District of Columbia that are best for you.

Fly from

South Africa

Fly to

District of Columbia

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 10/3

9:50 am-4:10 pm

1 stop36h 20m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 10/18

10:05 pm-8:20 am

1 stop28h 15m

$876

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - DCA

JNBDCA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 2/12

10:00 pm-11:25 am

1 stop20h 25m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 2/16

5:00 pm-6:35 pm

1 stop18h 35m

$885

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 10/3

9:50 am-4:10 pm

1 stop36h 20m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 10/20

10:05 pm-8:20 am

1 stop28h 15m

$888

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 10/16

9:50 am-4:10 pm

1 stop36h 20m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 10/25

10:05 pm-8:20 am

1 stop28h 15m

$888

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 10/12

9:50 am-4:10 pm

1 stop36h 20m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 10/25

10:05 pm-8:20 am

1 stop28h 15m

$888

DurbanWashington, D.C.

DUR - IAD

DURIAD

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 11/5

3:20 pm-3:30 pm

2 stops31h 10m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 11/9

8:30 pm-1:55 pm

2 stops34h 25m

$893

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 10/29

2:30 pm-9:00 am

2 stops24h 30m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 11/5

10:00 am-1:05 pm

1 stop20h 05m

$895

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 2/13

7:05 pm-11:45 am

1 stop23h 40m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 2/17

9:10 pm-10:50 am

1 stop30h 40m

$897

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/14

7:00 pm-3:15 pm

1 stop26h 15m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 10/24

5:18 pm-5:45 pm

1 stop18h 27m

$902

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 1/31

7:10 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop31h 05m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 2/28

1:30 pm-10:50 am

1 stop38h 20m

$903

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Everything you need to know about your flight from South Africa to District of Columbia

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Africa to District of Columbia?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to District of Columbia (average of $292). Flying from South Africa to District of Columbia in April is currently the most expensive (average of $337). 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 DC?

Find hourly flight availability from South Africa to District of Columbia. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated September 15, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from South Africa to District of Columbia as you normally would.

Reviews of airlines servicing District of Columbia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to District of Columbia. 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 District of Columbia. Reviews last updated September 15, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, KLM, and United Airlines from South Africa to District of Columbia to help guide your decision. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,956 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Morgan Rae,Aug 2025

BRU - JFK

Typically I choose delta because they do a great job but this time the flight attendant in my zone was very rude and didnt offer the same treatment as she did to others
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,956 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,956 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Morgan Rae,Aug 2025

BRU - JFK

Typically I choose delta because they do a great job but this time the flight attendant in my zone was very rude and didnt offer the same treatment as she did to others
KLM
7.8
Good
1,385 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,956 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Morgan Rae,Aug 2025

BRU - JFK

Typically I choose delta because they do a great job but this time the flight attendant in my zone was very rude and didnt offer the same treatment as she did to others
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,931 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,956 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Morgan Rae,Aug 2025

BRU - JFK

Typically I choose delta because they do a great job but this time the flight attendant in my zone was very rude and didnt offer the same treatment as she did to others
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,968 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,956 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Morgan Rae,Aug 2025

BRU - JFK

Typically I choose delta because they do a great job but this time the flight attendant in my zone was very rude and didnt offer the same treatment as she did to others
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,361 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,956 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Morgan Rae,Aug 2025

BRU - JFK

Typically I choose delta because they do a great job but this time the flight attendant in my zone was very rude and didnt offer the same treatment as she did to others

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from South Africa to District of Columbia?

    Departing from South Africa to District of Columbia will take you 20h 25m. Airlines will cover a distance of 8107 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from South Africa to District of Columbia one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Qatar Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $589. Users have also found prices from $620 and $818 on Turkish Airlines and Delta, respectively.

  • Can I find deals for flights from South Africa to District of Columbia that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on South Africa to District of Columbia flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from South Africa to District of Columbia?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from South Africa to District of Columbia?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa to District of Columbia 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 District of Columbia?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to District of Columbia (average of $292). Flying from South Africa to District of Columbia in April is currently the most expensive (average of $337). 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 8 airlines flying from South Africa to District of Columbia

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from South Africa to District of Columbia. 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 15, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapest$830Average$969FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$853Average$942FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
United AirlinesCheapest$859Average$992FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$871Average$1,020FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
KLMCheapest$886Average$1,017FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$899Average$1,107FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
British AirwaysCheapest$948Average$980FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
EmiratesCheapest$1,120Average$1,337FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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