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$612+ 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 3/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — IAD
Jan 14 — Jan 211
Wed 1/14
Wed 1/21
1 adult, Economy
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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 December 15, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/227:35 pmJNB - IAD
2 stops27h 00mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/215:05 pmIAD - JNB
2 stops31h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/15$879
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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.
Sun 12/2110:00 pmJNB - IAD
1 stop20h 47mUnited Airlines
Sat 1/245:38 pmIAD - JNB
1 stop17h 57mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/14$885
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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.
Sat 12/2010:00 pmJNB - IAD
1 stop20h 47mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/225:38 pmIAD - JNB
1 stop17h 57mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/14$891
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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.
Thu 12/2510:00 pmJNB - IAD
1 stop20h 47mUnited Airlines
Tue 1/206:00 pmIAD - JNB
1 stop32h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/14$907
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/227:35 pmJNB - IAD
1 stop27h 00mAmerican Airlines
Wed 1/215:05 pmIAD - JNB
2 stops31h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/15$908
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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.
Sat 12/2010:00 pmJNB - IAD
1 stop20h 47mUnited Airlines
Tue 1/206:00 pmIAD - JNB
1 stop32h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/14$909
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/2210:00 pmJNB - IAD
1 stop24h 35mBritish Airways
Wed 1/219:45 pmIAD - JNB
1 stop26h 50mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/15$916
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/2210:00 pmJNB - DCA
2 stops25h 20mBritish Airways
Sat 1/316:31 pmDCA - JNB
2 stops30h 04mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/13$923
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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.
Tue 12/2310:00 pmJNB - IAD
1 stop29h 30mDelta
Tue 1/2010:20 pmIAD - JNB
1 stop27h 05mDelta
Deal found 12/14$923
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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.
Tue 12/2310:00 pmJNB - IAD
1 stop29h 30mDelta
Wed 1/2112:23 pmIAD - JNB
2 stops37h 12mDelta
Deal found 12/14$927
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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.
Sun 12/2110:00 pmJNB - IAD
2 stops32h 08mDelta
Mon 1/125:26 pmIAD - JNB
2 stops32h 09mDelta
Deal found 12/15$928
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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.
Tue 12/2310:00 pmJNB - IAD
1 stop29h 30mDelta
Sat 1/2410:47 amIAD - JNB
1 stop25h 13mDelta
Deal found 12/14$929

Find 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 December 15, 2025.

Round-trip from

$827
(Ethiopian Air)

One-way from

$612
(Booking.com)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$980

Good round-trip deal

$810 or less

Good one-way deal

$914 or less
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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 December 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 - DCA

JNBDCA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 1/29

10:00 pm-12:24 pm

1 stop21h 24m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 2/5

4:15 pm-6:35 pm

1 stop19h 20m

$885

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/25

10:00 pm-11:47 am

1 stop20h 47m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 1/22

5:38 pm-6:35 pm

1 stop17h 57m

$885

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/25

10:00 pm-11:47 am

1 stop20h 47m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 1/23

5:15 pm-6:35 pm

1 stop18h 20m

$885

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/3

2:30 pm-8:00 am

2 stops24h 30m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 3/19

11:00 am-1:05 pm

1 stop20h 05m

$887

DurbanWashington, D.C.

DUR - IAD

DURIAD

Durban King Shaka Intl

Tue 2/3

3:20 pm-8:15 pm

2 stops35h 55m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 3/10

9:30 pm-1:55 pm

2 stops34h 25m

$890

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 1/31

10:00 pm-7:55 pm

1 stop28h 55m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 2/28

9:45 pm-10:25 am

1 stop29h 40m

$891

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/25

10:00 pm-11:47 am

1 stop20h 47m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 1/19

5:38 pm-6:35 pm

1 stop17h 57m

$891

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - DCA

JNBDCA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 1/28

10:00 pm-5:08 pm

2 stops26h 08m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 2/4

6:34 pm-7:35 am

2 stops30h 01m

$893

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - DCA

JNBDCA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 1/27

7:35 pm-6:54 pm

2 stops30h 19m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 2/3

6:34 pm-7:35 am

2 stops30h 01m

$895

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - DCA

JNBDCA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 1/26

10:00 pm-5:08 pm

2 stops26h 08m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 2/1

10:15 pm-10:25 am

2 stops29h 10m

$897

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to District of Columbia

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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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to District of Columbia (average of $541). Flying from South Africa to District of Columbia in August is currently the most expensive (average of $917). 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 December 15, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from South Africa to District of Columbia at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 19% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

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 December 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
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
KLM
7.7
Good
1,430 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,092 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,097 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,575 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from South Africa to District of Columbia. 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 District of Columbia?

    Departing from South Africa to District of Columbia will take you 21h 24m. 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 Turkish Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $398. Users have also found prices from $529 and $543 on Qatar Airways and Emirates, 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to District of Columbia (average of $541). Flying from South Africa to District of Columbia in August is currently the most expensive (average of $917). 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 9 airlines flying from South Africa to District of Columbia

Discover the top 9 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 December 15, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$817Average$839FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$830Average$952FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$849Average$917FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
United AirlinesCheapest$859Average$982FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$871Average$1,028FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
KLMCheapest$886Average$1,017FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$899Average$1,107FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
British AirwaysCheapest$907Average$1,070FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
EmiratesCheapest$1,120Average$1,297FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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