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$516+ Cheap flights from Dulles Intl (IAD) 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 4/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IAD — JNB
Apr 11 — Apr 181
Sat 4/11
Sat 4/18
1 adult, Economy
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Dulles Intl to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 12, 2026.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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 4/153:10 pm
IAD
-
JNB
1 stop35h 10m
Etihad Airways
Wed 5/209:50 am
JNB
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IAD
1 stop29h 55m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 3/8$841
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/223:10 pm
IAD
-
JNB
1 stop35h 10m
Etihad Airways
Wed 4/299:50 am
JNB
-
IAD
1 stop29h 55m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 3/8$844
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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 11/111:30 pm
IAD
-
JNB
1 stop38h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 12/27:05 pm
JNB
-
IAD
1 stop31h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 3/8$847
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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.
Sat 5/29:45 pm
IAD
-
JNB
1 stop30h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 5/125:50 pm
JNB
-
IAD
1 stop23h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 3/9$855
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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.
Mon 4/209:40 pm
IAD
-
JNB
2 stops24h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 5/510:50 pm
JNB
-
IAD
2 stops26h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 3/7$858
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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.
Mon 11/22:35 pm
IAD
-
JNB
1 stop34h 45m
Etihad Airways
Fri 11/139:50 am
JNB
-
IAD
1 stop30h 15m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 3/9$861
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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.
Mon 5/43:10 pm
IAD
-
JNB
1 stop35h 10m
Etihad Airways
Fri 5/159:50 am
JNB
-
IAD
1 stop29h 55m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 3/7$865
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. 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 9/93:10 pm
IAD
-
JNB
1 stop35h 10m
Etihad Airways
Mon 9/219:50 am
JNB
-
IAD
1 stop29h 55m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 3/11$866
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/263:35 pm
IAD
-
JNB
1 stop34h 45m
Etihad Airways
Wed 4/19:45 am
JNB
-
IAD
1 stop30h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 3/12$868
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/81:20 pm
IAD
-
JNB
1 stop39h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 5/276:00 pm
JNB
-
IAD
1 stop23h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 3/12$869
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/233:35 pm
IAD
-
JNB
1 stop34h 45m
Etihad Airways
Fri 4/109:45 am
JNB
-
IAD
1 stop30h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 3/11$873
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. 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.
Mon 5/46:50 pm
IAD
-
CPT
2 stops45h 20m
Kenya Airways
Wed 5/202:25 pm
CPT
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IAD
3 stops27h 58m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 3/11$901

Find flight deals from Dulles Intl to South Africa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Dulles Intl to South Africa flight deals. Data was last updated March 12, 2026.

Round-trip from

$841
(oojo)

One-way from

$516
(Trip.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$1,030

Good round-trip deal

$1,441 or less

Good one-way deal

$916 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Dulles Intl to South Africa 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 March 12, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to South Africa that are best for you.

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Depart

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Price

Cheapest round-trip

Washington, D.C.Johannesburg

IAD - JNB

IADJNB

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 4/20

10:55 am-1:05 pm

1 stop20h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 4/24

10:50 pm-7:45 pm

2 stops26h 55m

$1,074

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 4/19

10:55 am-2:35 pm

1 stop21h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 4/23

1:50 pm-8:55 am

2 stops25h 05m

$1,087

Washington, D.C.George

IAD - GRJ

IADGRJ

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 4/21

9:45 pm-4:15 pm

2 stops36h 30m

George

Tue 5/12

8:25 am-11:35 am

2 stops33h 10m

$1,116

Washington, D.C.George

IAD - GRJ

IADGRJ

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 4/21

9:45 pm-4:15 pm

2 stops36h 30m

George

Tue 5/12

4:55 pm-11:35 am

2 stops48h 40m

$1,126

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 4/19

9:45 pm-11:50 am

1 stop32h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 4/23

4:35 pm-11:35 am

1 stop25h 00m

$1,174

Washington, D.C.George

IAD - GRJ

IADGRJ

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 4/13

9:45 pm-4:15 pm

2 stops36h 30m

George

Mon 4/27

2:20 pm-11:35 am

2 stops27h 15m

$1,211

Washington, D.C.Port Elizabeth

IAD - PLZ

IADPLZ

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 4/22

9:40 pm-8:00 am

3 stops28h 20m

Port Elizabeth

Wed 4/29

8:35 am-8:55 am

3 stops30h 20m

$1,262

Washington, D.C.Port Elizabeth

IAD - PLZ

IADPLZ

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 4/7

10:55 am-7:00 pm

2 stops26h 05m

Port Elizabeth

Sun 4/19

8:40 am-8:55 am

3 stops30h 15m

$1,293

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 5/23

9:45 pm-11:50 am

1 stop32h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 5/27

4:35 pm-11:35 am

1 stop25h 00m

$1,298

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 5/23

9:45 pm-11:50 am

1 stop32h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 5/26

4:35 pm-11:35 am

1 stop25h 00m

$1,298

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

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to South Africa (average of $764). Flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,130). 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 IAD to ZA?

Find hourly flight availability from Dulles Intl 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 March 12, 2026.

When flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport 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 36% of weekly flights between Washington, D.C. and South Africa have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 174 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?

Monday 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 36% of flights being delayed.

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 March 12, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta,Qatar Airways, andUnited Airlines from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl 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
8,284 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

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
8,284 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,284 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

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.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,740 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,284 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

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
9,421 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,284 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

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
4,254 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,284 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

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.
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
971 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,284 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

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 Dulles Intl 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to South Africa?

    A quick flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to South Africa can take about 24h 15m. Etihad Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $858. The distance between Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport and South Africa is about 8130 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to South Africa one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Egyptair. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $435. Users have also found prices from $496 and $505 on Etihad Airways and Qatar Airways, respectively.

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

    While some choose either Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Cape Town Intl or Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Sun City Resort Pilansberg, Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Johannesburg OR Tambo is the most popular route from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to South Africa.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Dulles Intl 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. Dulles Intl Airport to South Africa?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to South Africa (average of $764). Flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,130). 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 Dulles Intl to South Africa

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Dulles Intl 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 March 12, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
KLMCheapest$776Average$1,456FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$836Average$1,034FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$865Average$1,408FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$880Average$1,147FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$922Average$1,163FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
British AirwaysCheapest$926Average$1,200FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
DeltaCheapest$964Average$1,590FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$982Average$1,515FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
JetBlueCheapest$1,063Average$2,402FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
EmiratesCheapest$1,251Average$1,465FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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