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$572+ Cheap flights from Reagan-National (DCA) to South 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 1/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DCA — JNB
Jan 3 — Jan 101
Sat 1/3
Sat 1/10
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Reagan-National to South Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Reagan-National to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 4, 2025.

This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/56:07 amDCA - JNB
2 stops26h 43mKenya Airways
Sun 12/75:00 pmJNB - DCA
2 stops31h 59mKenya Airways
Deal found 12/1$1,229
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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 Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/76:07 amDCA - JNB
2 stops35h 18mKenya Airways
Tue 12/912:05 pmJNB - DCA
2 stops29h 00mKenya Airways
Deal found 12/3$1,336
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 12/314:26 pmDCA - CPT
1 stop18h 34mUnited Airlines
Mon 2/168:50 pmCPT - DCA
1 stop19h 39mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/2$1,352
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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.
Wed 12/316:00 amDCA - CPT
2 stops30h 15mDelta
Tue 2/179:30 pmCPT - DCA
2 stops25h 46mDelta
Deal found 12/2$1,406
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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.
Wed 12/244:29 pmDCA - CPT
2 stops32h 36mAmerican Airlines
Sun 1/256:55 pmCPT - DCA
2 stops29h 13mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/2$1,420
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/4. 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 Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/96:00 amDCA - JNB
2 stops26h 50mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/165:00 pmJNB - DCA
2 stops24h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/4$1,478
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/317:00 amDCA - JNB
2 stops25h 50mKenya Airways
Fri 1/161:35 amJNB - DCA
2 stops45h 54mKenya Airways
Deal found 12/3$1,484
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/51:48 pmDCA - JNB
2 stops35h 52mQatar Airways
Wed 12/101:45 pmJNB - DCA
2 stops38h 45mQatar Airways
Deal found 12/2$1,523
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/307:00 amDCA - JNB
2 stops34h 25mKenya Airways
Tue 1/135:00 pmJNB - DCA
2 stops24h 28mKenya Airways
Deal found 12/1$1,550
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/316:15 amDCA - JNB
2 stops35h 10mMultiple Airlines
Tue 1/135:00 pmJNB - DCA
2 stops30h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/3$1,571
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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 12/244:26 pmDCA - JNB
1 stop19h 09mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/2210:00 pmJNB - DCA
1 stop19h 33mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/1$1,577
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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.
Wed 12/36:00 amDCA - JNB
2 stops26h 35mQatar Airways
Tue 12/98:20 pmJNB - DCA
2 stops28h 44mQatar Airways
Deal found 12/2$1,579

Find flight deals from Reagan-National to South Africa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Reagan-National to South Africa flight deals. Data was last updated December 4, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,024
(Kenya Airways)

One-way from

$572
(Kiwi.com)

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December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,873
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to South Africa that are best for you.

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Washington, D.C.Johannesburg

DCA - JNB

DCAJNB

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 2/4

6:00 am-12:25 am

2 stops35h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 2/8

12:05 pm-10:28 am

2 stops29h 23m

$1,117

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

DCA - CPT

DCACPT

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 1/25

1:40 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop22h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 2/2

9:30 pm-11:20 am

1 stop20h 50m

$1,352

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

DCA - CPT

DCACPT

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 1/21

6:00 pm-6:00 pm

1 stop17h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 2/18

8:50 pm-9:29 am

1 stop19h 39m

$1,352

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

DCA - CPT

DCACPT

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 3/7

3:55 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop20h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 3/17

9:30 pm-11:09 am

1 stop19h 39m

$1,352

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

DCA - CPT

DCACPT

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 3/3

6:00 pm-6:00 pm

1 stop17h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 3/19

7:50 pm-9:29 am

1 stop19h 39m

$1,352

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

DCA - CPT

DCACPT

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 3/4

6:00 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop18h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 3/19

9:30 pm-6:33 pm

1 stop27h 03m

$1,352

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

DCA - CPT

DCACPT

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 3/4

3:40 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop20h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 3/17

9:30 pm-11:09 am

1 stop19h 39m

$1,352

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

DCA - CPT

DCACPT

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 1/17

1:40 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop22h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 2/20

9:30 pm-2:38 pm

1 stop24h 08m

$1,352

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

DCA - CPT

DCACPT

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 1/25

9:00 am-7:15 pm

1 stop27h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 2/3

9:30 pm-11:20 am

1 stop20h 50m

$1,352

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

DCA - CPT

DCACPT

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 3/8

9:00 am-7:15 pm

1 stop28h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 3/16

9:30 pm-12:40 pm

1 stop21h 10m

$1,352

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Best time to book a flight from Reagan-National to South Africa

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to South Africa from Reagan-National with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to South Africa

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to South Africa?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to South Africa (average of $924). Flying from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to South Africa in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,462). 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 DCA to ZA?

Find hourly flight availability from Reagan-National to South Africa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 4, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to South Africa is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 41% on airfare.

Reviews of airlines servicing South Africa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to South 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 South Africa. Reviews last updated December 4, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to South Africa by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,011 reviews

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

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
8,011 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,011 reviews

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

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
9,066 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,011 reviews

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

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.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,047 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,011 reviews

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

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.

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  • How long is the flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to South Africa?

    Kenya Airways, Delta, and United Airlines can get you from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to South Africa in just under 17h. Your travel time can differ by up to 18h 25m. Airlines will cover a distance of 7903 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the most popular routes from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to South Africa?

    The most popular flight routes from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to South Africa are Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Cape Town Intl, Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Johannesburg OR Tambo and Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Durban King Shaka Intl.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Reagan-National to South Africa that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Reagan-National to South Africa flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Reagan-National to South Africa?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Reagan-National to South Africa?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Reagan-National to South 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. Reagan-National Airport to South Africa?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to South Africa (average of $924). Flying from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to South Africa in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,462). 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 3 airlines flying from Reagan-National to South Africa

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Reagan-National to South 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 December 4, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$924Average$1,454FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$984Average$1,402FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$1,192Average$1,530FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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