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$441+ Cheap flights from Virginia 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 1/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RIC — JNB
Jan 17 — Jan 241
Sat 1/17
Sat 1/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Virginia to South Africa

Cheapest flights from Virginia to South Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Virginia to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 18, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/316:15 amDCA - JNB
2 stops26h 35mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/295:00 pmJNB - DCA
2 stops24h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16$1,163
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/311:30 pmIAD - JNB
1 stop38h 20mTurkish Airlines
Thu 1/297:10 pmJNB - IAD
1 stop23h 35mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 12/16$1,214
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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
Thu 1/1512:05 pmJNB - DCA
2 stops29h 23mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$1,319
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Wed 12/315:06 pmIAD - JNB
2 stops39h 44mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/295:00 pmJNB - IAD
2 stops33h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16$1,368
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/307:00 amDCA - JNB
2 stops34h 25mKenya Airways
Mon 1/125:00 pmJNB - DCA
2 stops24h 28mKenya Airways
Deal found 12/17$1,386
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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.
Tue 12/308:45 pmRDU - JNB
1 stop30h 40mAmerican Airlines
Thu 1/1510:00 pmJNB - RDU
1 stop26h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/18$1,432
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Wed 12/317:00 amDCA - JNB
2 stops25h 50mKenya Airways
Mon 1/1212:05 pmJNB - DCA
2 stops29h 23mKenya Airways
Deal found 12/17$1,449
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/316:15 amDCA - JNB
2 stops26h 35mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/121:35 amJNB - DCA
2 stops39h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$1,456
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/307:00 amDCA - JNB
2 stops25h 50mKenya Airways
Sat 1/1712:05 pmJNB - DCA
2 stops29h 23mKenya Airways
Deal found 12/17$1,465
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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
Sat 1/1712:05 pmJNB - DCA
2 stops35h 24mKenya Airways
Deal found 12/17$1,468
This Gotogate 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/2712:00 pmIAD - JNB
1 stop36h 20mEgyptair
Sun 1/119:45 pmJNB - IAD
1 stop38h 15mEgyptair
Deal found 12/15$1,505
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 stops30h 29mKenya Airways
Deal found 12/17$1,505

Find flight deals from Virginia to South Africa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Virginia to South Africa flight deals. Data was last updated December 18, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,016
(Ethiopian Air)

One-way from

$441
(SmartFares)

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Average price

$1,856
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Washington, D.C.Johannesburg

IAD - JNB

IADJNB

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 1/31

10:00 am-1:05 pm

1 stop20h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 2/7

2:30 pm-8:00 am

2 stops24h 30m

$1,016

Washington, D.C.Johannesburg

IAD - JNB

IADJNB

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 4/30

10:55 am-1:05 pm

1 stop20h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 5/10

2:30 pm-8:55 am

2 stops24h 25m

$1,047

Washington, D.C.Durban

IAD - DUR

IADDUR

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 1/18

8:05 pm-10:40 am

2 stops31h 35m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 1/28

12:25 pm-3:55 pm

2 stops34h 30m

$1,072

Washington, D.C.Johannesburg

IAD - JNB

IADJNB

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 1/30

10:00 am-1:05 pm

1 stop20h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 2/6

2:30 pm-8:00 am

2 stops24h 30m

$1,086

Washington, D.C.Johannesburg

IAD - JNB

IADJNB

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 5/2

10:55 am-1:05 pm

1 stop20h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 5/12

2:30 pm-8:55 am

2 stops24h 25m

$1,089

NorfolkCape Town

ORF - CPT

ORFCPT

Norfolk

Mon 2/2

3:00 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop18h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 2/20

8:50 pm-9:48 am

1 stop19h 58m

$1,192

RaleighCape Town

RDU - CPT

RDUCPT

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 1/17

7:05 am-7:15 pm

2 stops29h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 1/26

9:30 pm-11:40 pm

2 stops33h 10m

$1,197

RaleighCape Town

RDU - CPT

RDUCPT

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 1/17

7:30 am-4:10 pm

3 stops25h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 1/26

8:50 pm-5:04 pm

2 stops27h 14m

$1,197

Washington, D.C.Johannesburg

IAD - JNB

IADJNB

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 1/15

7:49 pm-3:50 pm

2 stops37h 01m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 1/22

5:00 pm-7:09 pm

2 stops33h 09m

$1,219

Washington, D.C.Johannesburg

IAD - JNB

IADJNB

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 4/27

10:55 am-1:05 pm

1 stop20h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/29

2:30 pm-8:55 am

2 stops24h 25m

$1,221

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Best time to book a flight from Virginia to South Africa

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Virginia to South Africa?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Virginia to South Africa (average of $1,024). Flying from Virginia to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,662). 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 VA to ZA?

Find hourly flight availability from Virginia 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 18, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Virginia to South Africa in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 7% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Virginia to South 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 Virginia to South Africa?

    Departing from Virginia to South Africa will take you 18h 10m. Airlines will cover a distance of 7803 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Virginia to South Africa?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Virginia to South Africa?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Virginia 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 Virginia to South Africa?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Virginia to South Africa (average of $1,024). Flying from Virginia to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,662). 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 Virginia to South Africa

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Virginia 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 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$1,206Average$1,914FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$1,323Average$1,862FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,430Average$1,787FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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