How long is the flight from Washington, D.C. to South Africa?

Departing from Washington, D.C. to South Africa will take you 18h 45m. There are 7894 mi between Washington, D.C. and South Africa. 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 South Africa one-way?

$429 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Egyptair. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Etihad Airways and Qatar Airways, with prices starting from $496 and $498, respectively.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in South Africa ranges from 0.0 - 4.7 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.7 in. June is typically the driest time to visit South Africa when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to South Africa, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 68.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 50.0 F).

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

The most popular flight routes from Washington, D.C. to South Africa are Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Cape Town Intl, Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Sun City Resort Pilansberg and Baltimore/Washington - Cape Town Intl.

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Washington, D.C. to South Africa?

Consider Ethiopian Air, United Airlines or Turkish Airlines when booking your flight. These represent the most popular airlines when flying from Washington, D.C. to South Africa.

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

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

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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 South Africa.

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

Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Washington, D.C. 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.

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Cheap flight deals from Washington, D.C. to South Africa

Round-trip from	$757 (Delta)
One-way from	$471 (SmartFares)
Popular in	December
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Average price	$1,049
Good round-trip deal	$1,388 or less
Good one-way deal	$1,188 or less

From Washington, D.C. (WAS) to South Africa

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Cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to South Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Washington, D.C. to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 8, 2026.

Thu 1/221:02 pmBWI - CPT

1 stop23h 13mDelta

Fri 2/69:30 pmCPT - BWI

2 stops23h 16mDelta

Deal found 1/7

$757

Wed 1/2810:33 amBWI - CPT

1 stop25h 42mDelta

Fri 2/69:30 pmCPT - BWI

1 stop25h 09mDelta

Deal found 1/7

$764

Fri 6/194:39 pmBWI - JNB

1 stop21h 01mDelta

Fri 7/179:55 pmJNB - BWI

1 stop21h 11mDelta

Deal found 1/6

$764

Sat 4/255:36 pmBWI - JNB

2 stops20h 04mDelta

Tue 5/59:55 pmJNB - BWI

1 stop30h 08mDelta

Deal found 1/8

$769

Sun 4/126:59 pmBWI - CPT

1 stop40h 51mDelta

Tue 4/288:05 pmCPT - BWI

1 stop20h 50mDelta

Deal found 1/6

$770

Sun 4/126:59 pmBWI - CPT

1 stop40h 51mDelta

Sun 4/268:05 pmCPT - BWI

2 stops32h 57mDelta

Deal found 1/6

$774

Tue 3/310:33 amBWI - JNB

1 stop25h 27mKenya Airways

Tue 3/179:55 pmJNB - BWI

1 stop28h 32mKenya Airways

Deal found 1/7

$774

Mon 2/21:02 pmBWI - CPT

2 stops25h 53mKLM

Mon 2/911:45 pmCPT - BWI

2 stops30h 20mKLM

Deal found 1/5

$783

Thu 4/93:35 pmBWI - CPT

2 stops23h 50mKLM

Mon 4/2011:15 pmCPT - BWI

2 stops27h 02mKLM

Deal found 1/7

$792

Fri 4/103:35 pmBWI - JNB

2 stops23h 45mKLM

Mon 4/2011:15 pmJNB - BWI

2 stops27h 02mKLM

Deal found 1/7

$792

Mon 4/133:40 pmBWI - CPT

2 stops23h 45mMultiple Airlines

Tue 4/2811:45 pmCPT - BWI

2 stops25h 37mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 1/6

$793

Wed 2/183:39 pmBWI - JNB

2 stops23h 26mKLM

Sun 3/1511:59 pmJNB - BWI

2 stops25h 20mKLM

Deal found 1/6

$793

Best flights from Washington, D.C. to South Africa
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Washington, D.C. to South Africa that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated January 8, 2026.

Sat 1/315:30 pmBWI - CPT

1 stop18h 45mDelta

Sun 2/89:30 pmCPT - BWI

1 stop21h 24mDelta

Deal found 1/7

$764

Wed 1/2810:33 amBWI - CPT

1 stop25h 42mVirgin Atlantic

Thu 2/59:30 pmCPT - BWI

1 stop29h 10mVirgin Atlantic

Deal found 1/8

$764

Wed 2/183:39 pmBWI - JNB

2 stops23h 26mKLM

Sun 3/1511:59 pmJNB - BWI

2 stops25h 20mKLM

Deal found 1/5

$793

Tue 1/273:38 pmBWI - JNB

2 stops23h 27mMultiple Airlines

Tue 2/107:20 pmJNB - BWI

2 stops28h 18mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 1/8

$793

Mon 3/3010:55 amIAD - JNB

1 stop20h 10mEthiopian Air

Sun 4/122:30 pmJNB - IAD

2 stops24h 25mEthiopian Air

Deal found 1/8

$997

Sat 2/218:05 pmIAD - JNB

1 stop24h 50mJetBlue

Sat 2/288:30 pmJNB - IAD

1 stop26h 25mJetBlue

Deal found 1/7

$1,062

Fri 2/209:15 pmIAD - DUR

2 stops33h 15mTurkish Airlines

Fri 2/274:00 pmDUR - IAD

2 stops34h 20mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 1/6

$1,085

Sun 2/2210:40 amIAD - DUR

2 stops26h 10mQatar Airways

Sun 3/112:25 pmDUR - IAD

2 stops34h 30mQatar Airways

Deal found 1/8

$1,092

Sun 1/186:00 amDCA - JNB

2 stops26h 50mKenya Airways

Sat 1/3112:05 pmJNB - DCA

2 stops35h 24mKenya Airways

Deal found 1/7

$1,145

Sun 1/186:10 pmIAD - JNB

2 stops38h 40mSAUDIA

Sat 1/3112:05 pmJNB - IAD

2 stops33h 40mSAUDIA

Deal found 1/6

$1,242

Tue 2/35:38 pmIAD - CPT

1 stop17h 22mUnited Airlines

Tue 2/248:50 pmCPT - IAD

Nonstop16h 10mUnited Airlines

Deal found 1/7

$1,336

Sat 3/215:30 pmBWI - CPT

1 stop19h 45mDelta

Sun 3/298:05 pmCPT - BWI

1 stop23h 26mDelta

Deal found 1/6

$764

Sun 1/254:45 pmBWI - CPT

1 stop19h 30mVirgin Atlantic

Thu 2/59:30 pmCPT - BWI

1 stop29h 10mVirgin Atlantic

Deal found 1/7

$764

Mon 1/263:38 pmBWI - JNB

2 stops23h 27mKLM

Mon 2/911:59 pmJNB - BWI

2 stops26h 08mKLM

Deal found 1/7

$793

Sun 2/223:39 pmBWI - JNB

2 stops23h 26mMultiple Airlines

Sun 3/17:20 pmJNB - BWI

2 stops30h 49mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 1/8

$793

Sun 2/228:20 amBWI - CPT

1 stop27h 55mDelta

Mon 3/29:30 pmCPT - BWI

1 stop21h 24mDelta

Deal found 1/8

$764

Thu 1/294:45 pmBWI - CPT

1 stop19h 30mVirgin Atlantic

Fri 2/69:30 pmCPT - BWI

1 stop27h 16mVirgin Atlantic

Deal found 1/7

$764

Wed 1/213:38 pmBWI - JNB

2 stops23h 27mKLM

Thu 1/2911:59 pmJNB - BWI

2 stops26h 08mKLM

Deal found 1/7

$793

Mon 1/264:45 pmBWI - JNB

1 stop19h 15mMultiple Airlines

Mon 2/93:05 pmJNB - BWI

2 stops33h 41mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 1/7

$814

Mon 1/261:02 pmBWI - CPT

1 stop23h 13mDelta

Fri 2/69:30 pmCPT - BWI

1 stop21h 25mDelta

Deal found 1/6

$764

Wed 3/189:35 pmBWI - PLZ

2 stops56h 20mBritish Airways

Sun 3/226:55 pmPLZ - BWI

2 stops54h 50mBritish Airways

Deal found 1/5

$1,884

Tue 2/33:39 pmBWI - JNB

2 stops23h 26mKLM

Tue 2/1711:59 pmJNB - BWI

2 stops26h 10mKLM

Deal found 1/8

$793

Thu 2/58:45 amBWI - CPT

1 stop27h 30mDelta

Fri 2/139:30 pmCPT - BWI

1 stop21h 24mDelta

Deal found 1/7

$764

Mon 3/23:39 pmBWI - JNB

2 stops23h 26mKLM

Mon 3/1611:59 pmJNB - BWI

2 stops25h 20mKLM

Deal found 1/8

$793

Wed 1/281:02 pmBWI - CPT

1 stop23h 13mDelta

Fri 2/69:30 pmCPT - BWI

1 stop25h 09mDelta

Deal found 1/6

$764

Sun 1/186:00 amDCA - JNB

2 stops26h 50mKenya Airways

Sun 1/251:35 amJNB - DCA

2 stops39h 53mKenya Airways

Deal found 1/7

$1,145

Sun 3/89:05 pmIAD - DUR

2 stops31h 50mQatar Airways

Thu 3/127:00 amDUR - IAD

2 stops32h 20mQatar Airways

Deal found 1/5

$1,177

Wed 2/119:15 pmIAD - DUR

2 stops33h 15mTurkish Airlines

Sun 2/154:00 pmDUR - IAD

2 stops26h 45mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 1/7

$1,199

Mon 3/306:59 pmBWI - JNB

1 stop18h 41mDelta

Sun 4/129:55 pmJNB - BWI

1 stop28h 22mDelta

Deal found 1/6

$764

Sun 4/1210:55 amIAD - CPT

1 stop21h 40mEthiopian Air

Wed 4/291:50 pmCPT - IAD

2 stops25h 05mEthiopian Air

Deal found 1/6

$1,261

Last-minute flights from Washington, D.C. to South Africa
Discover last-minute flight deals from Washington, D.C. to South Africa. Data last updated January 8, 2026 and is based on user searches.

Thu 1/221:02 pmBWI - CPT

1 stop23h 13mDelta

Fri 2/69:30 pmCPT - BWI

2 stops23h 16mDelta

Deal found 1/7

$757

Thu 1/224:45 pmBWI - JNB

1 stop19h 15mKenya Airways

Wed 1/2811:59 pmJNB - BWI

2 stops47h 39mKenya Airways

Deal found 1/7

$817

Mon 1/264:45 pmBWI - CPT

1 stop19h 30mDelta

Wed 2/1111:45 pmCPT - BWI

2 stops29h 17mDelta

Deal found 1/8

$806

Mon 1/264:45 pmBWI - JNB

1 stop19h 15mMultiple Airlines

Mon 2/93:05 pmJNB - BWI

2 stops33h 41mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 1/7

$814

Tue 1/2710:33 amBWI - JNB

1 stop25h 27mVirgin Atlantic

Tue 2/109:55 pmJNB - BWI

1 stop28h 45mVirgin Atlantic

Deal found 1/8

$764

Wed 1/284:45 pmBWI - CPT

1 stop19h 30mVirgin Atlantic

Thu 2/59:30 pmCPT - BWI

1 stop27h 16mVirgin Atlantic

Deal found 1/7

$764

Wed 1/284:45 pmBWI - CPT

1 stop19h 30mDelta

Fri 2/69:30 pmCPT - BWI

2 stops23h 16mDelta

Deal found 1/7

$769

Wed 1/283:38 pmBWI - CPT

2 stops23h 17mKLM

Wed 2/411:45 pmCPT - BWI

2 stops29h 17mKLM

Deal found 1/6

$794

Wed 1/281:02 pmBWI - CPT

2 stops25h 53mKLM

Fri 2/611:45 pmCPT - BWI

2 stops28h 24mKLM

Deal found 1/7

$795

Mon 2/21:02 pmBWI - CPT

2 stops25h 53mKLM

Mon 2/911:45 pmCPT - BWI

2 stops30h 20mKLM

Deal found 1/5

$783

Tue 2/34:45 pmBWI - JNB

1 stop19h 15mDelta

Tue 2/1711:59 pmJNB - BWI

2 stops26h 10mDelta

Deal found 1/8

$806

Wed 2/183:39 pmBWI - JNB

2 stops23h 26mKLM

Sun 3/1511:59 pmJNB - BWI

2 stops25h 20mKLM

Deal found 1/5

$793

One-way flights from Washington, D.C. to South Africa
Search for one-way flight options from Washington, D.C. to South Africa. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated January 8, 2026.

Sat 3/2812:00 pmIAD - JNB

1 stop37h 10mEgyptair

Deal found 1/8

$471

Sat 1/1712:00 pmIAD - JNB

1 stop36h 10mEgyptair

Deal found 1/7

$487

Mon 3/309:00 pmIAD - JNB

1 stop25h 00mQatar Airways

Deal found 1/6

$514

Sun 1/1810:40 amIAD - JNB

1 stop21h 55mQatar Airways

Deal found 1/7

$519

Sun 2/158:05 pmIAD - JNB

1 stop29h 35mQatar Airways

Deal found 1/7

$520

Wed 2/112:35 pmIAD - JNB

1 stop34h 45mEtihad Airways

Deal found 1/7

$533

Sat 2/2112:00 pmIAD - CPT

2 stops43h 35mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 1/7

$548

Fri 4/109:00 pmIAD - JNB

1 stop25h 00mQatar Airways

Deal found 1/6

$557

Sat 3/1412:00 pmIAD - CPT

2 stops44h 35mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 1/7

$564

Wed 3/116:20 amIAD - JNB

2 stops44h 00mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 1/7

$579

Sat 1/3112:00 pmIAD - CPT

2 stops47h 00mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 1/7

$612

Sat 2/711:39 amIAD - CPT

3 stops59h 21mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 1/7

$614

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BaltimoreCape Town

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Baltimore/Washington

Sat 1/31

5:30 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop18h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 2/8

9:30 pm-11:54 am

1 stop21h 24m

$764

BaltimoreCape Town

BWI - CPT

BWICPT

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 1/28

10:33 am-7:15 pm

1 stop25h 42m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 2/5

9:30 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop29h 10m

$764

BaltimoreCape Town

BWI - CPT

BWICPT

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 3/21

5:30 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop19h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 3/29

8:05 pm-1:31 pm

1 stop23h 26m

$764

BaltimoreCape Town

BWI - CPT

BWICPT

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 1/25

4:45 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop19h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 2/5

9:30 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop29h 10m

$764

BaltimoreCape Town

BWI - CPT

BWICPT

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 2/22

8:20 am-7:15 pm

1 stop27h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 3/2

9:30 pm-11:54 am

1 stop21h 24m

$764

BaltimoreCape Town

BWI - CPT

BWICPT

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 1/29

4:45 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop19h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 2/6

9:30 pm-5:46 pm

1 stop27h 16m

$764

BaltimoreCape Town

BWI - CPT

BWICPT

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 1/26

1:02 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop23h 13m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 2/6

9:30 pm-11:55 am

1 stop21h 25m

$764

BaltimoreCape Town

BWI - CPT

BWICPT

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 2/5

8:45 am-7:15 pm

1 stop27h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 2/13

9:30 pm-11:54 am

1 stop21h 24m

$764

BaltimoreCape Town

BWI - CPT

BWICPT

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 1/28

1:02 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop23h 13m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 2/6

9:30 pm-3:39 pm

1 stop25h 09m

$764

BaltimoreJohannesburg

BWI - JNB

BWIJNB

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 3/30

6:59 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop18h 41m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 4/12

9:55 pm-8:17 pm

1 stop28h 22m

$764

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to South Africa (average of $667). Flying from Washington, D.C. to South Africa in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,122). 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 ZA?

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

How often are flights from Washington, D.C. to South Africa delayed?

About 37% of weekly flights between Washington, D.C. and South Africa have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 176 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Washington, D.C. to South Africa flights?

Historically, flights departing in the evening are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Saturday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Thursday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Washington, D.C. to South Africa flights?

Over the last year, United Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 37% of flights being delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing South Africa

See what other customers who have flown with Delta, Qatar Airways, and United Airlines from Washington, D.C. to South 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

7.9

Good

8,025 reviews

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

8,025 reviews

Delta

7.9

Good

8,025 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0

Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

Qatar Airways

7.4

Good

3,701 reviews

Delta

7.9

Good

8,025 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0

Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

United Airlines

7.4

Good

9,139 reviews

Delta

7.9

Good

8,025 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0

Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

Turkish Airlines

7.3

Good

4,150 reviews

Delta

7.9

Good

8,025 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0

Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

Ethiopian Air

7.2

Good

936 reviews

Delta

7.9

Good

8,025 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0

Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

Related info for your journey

How long is the flight from Washington, D.C. to South Africa?
Departing from Washington, D.C. to South Africa will take you 18h 45m. There are 7894 mi between Washington, D.C. and South Africa. 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 South Africa one-way?
$429 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Egyptair. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Etihad Airways and Qatar Airways, with prices starting from $496 and $498, respectively.
What are the most popular routes from Washington, D.C. to South Africa?
The most popular flight routes from Washington, D.C. to South Africa are Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Cape Town Intl, Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Sun City Resort Pilansberg and Baltimore/Washington - Cape Town Intl.
Can I find deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to South Africa that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Washington, D.C. to South Africa flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Washington, D.C. to South 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 South Africa.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Washington, D.C. to South Africa?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Washington, D.C. 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. to South Africa?
Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to South Africa (average of $667). Flying from Washington, D.C. to South Africa in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,122). 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 South Africa

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Delta	Cheapest$685	Average$1,596	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A
Etihad Airways	Cheapest$785	Average$1,408	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%
Turkish Airlines	Cheapest$838	Average$1,006	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%
Ethiopian Air	Cheapest$882	Average$1,135	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time72%
American Airlines	Cheapest$912	Average$1,436	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%
British Airways	Cheapest$914	Average$1,241	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time70%
Qatar Airways	Cheapest$922	Average$1,160	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time68%
United Airlines	Cheapest$983	Average$1,404	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%
KLM	Cheapest$997	Average$1,489	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%
JetBlue	Cheapest$1,077	Average$2,402	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time62%

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$471+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to South Africa

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