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$576+ 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 10/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IAD — JNB
Sep 8 — Sep 151
Tue 9/8
Tue 9/15
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 August 9, 2026.

This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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 Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/106:20 pm -
3 stops60h 15m
Mon 11/162:25 pm -
3 stops34h 03m
Deal found 8/7$1,018
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/4. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/33:10 pm -
1 stop35h 05m
Mon 9/149:45 am -
1 stop30h 00m
Deal found 8/4$1,031
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/173:10 pm -
1 stop35h 10m
Mon 8/319:45 am -
1 stop30h 00m
Deal found 8/7$1,040
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/4. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/22:35 pm -
1 stop34h 45m
Fri 11/139:50 am -
1 stop30h 15m
Deal found 8/4$1,050
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/5. 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.
Mon 10/126:32 pm -
2 stops45h 38m
Mon 10/262:25 pm -
3 stops33h 08m
Deal found 8/5$1,050
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/8. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/193:10 pm -
1 stop35h 10m
Fri 10/309:50 am -
1 stop30h 15m
Deal found 8/8$1,055
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/6. 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.
Thu 9/103:10 pm -
1 stop35h 05m
Mon 9/219:45 am -
1 stop30h 00m
Deal found 8/6$1,056
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/5. 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.
Thu 8/273:10 pm -
1 stop35h 05m
Wed 9/309:45 am -
1 stop30h 00m
Deal found 8/5$1,060
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/4. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/213:10 pm -
1 stop35h 10m
Wed 9/309:45 am -
1 stop30h 00m
Deal found 8/4$1,074
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/5. 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 11/22:35 pm -
1 stop34h 45m
Mon 11/169:50 am -
1 stop30h 15m
Deal found 8/5$1,078
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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 9/213:10 pm -
1 stop35h 10m
Mon 9/289:45 am -
1 stop30h 00m
Deal found 8/7$1,079
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/9. 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 Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/136:32 pm -
3 stops61h 03m
Sun 10/252:25 pm -
3 stops27h 25m
Deal found 8/9$1,095

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 August 9, 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,018
(Kenya Airways)

One-way from

$576
(Ovago)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,175

Good round-trip deal

$1,661 or less

Good one-way deal

$1,264 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 August 9, 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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Washington, D.C.Johannesburg

IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

IADJNB

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 9/23

9:20 pm-3:55 am

2 stops24h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 9/30

10:50 pm-8:55 am

2 stops40h 05m

$1,217

Washington, D.C.Johannesburg

IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

IADJNB

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 1/31

9:20 pm-11:00 am

1 stop30h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 2/3

12:20 am-7:25 pm

1 stop26h 05m

$1,234

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 11/9

9:20 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop31h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 11/17

5:20 pm-7:25 pm

1 stop33h 05m

$1,294

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 1/31

1:30 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop26h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 2/4

5:20 pm-7:25 pm

1 stop33h 05m

$1,324

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 8/24

1:15 pm-11:50 am

1 stop40h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 10/21

4:35 pm-7:45 pm

1 stop33h 10m

$1,324

Washington, D.C.Johannesburg

IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

IADJNB

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 9/23

10:55 am-5:30 am

1 stop36h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 9/30

10:20 pm-8:40 am

1 stop40h 20m

$1,348

Washington, D.C.Durban

IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

IADDUR

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 9/14

10:55 am-5:55 pm

2 stops25h 00m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Mon 9/21

11:15 am-8:55 am

3 stops27h 40m

$1,354

Washington, D.C.Port Elizabeth

IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - PLZ Port Elizabeth

IADPLZ

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 10/20

10:55 am-8:00 pm

2 stops27h 05m

Port Elizabeth

Mon 11/2

7:00 am-8:00 am

3 stops32h 00m

$1,358

Washington, D.C.Port Elizabeth

IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - PLZ Port Elizabeth

IADPLZ

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 9/18

10:55 am-8:00 pm

2 stops27h 05m

Port Elizabeth

Fri 9/25

3:45 pm-7:30 pm

3 stops33h 45m

$1,366

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 11/21

9:20 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop42h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 11/30

5:20 pm-11:45 am

1 stop25h 25m

$1,374

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Best time to book a flight from Dulles Intl to South Africa

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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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to South Africa (average of $1,070). Flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to South Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,829). 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 August 9, 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 30% of weekly flights between Washington, D.C. and South Africa have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 169 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 Monday 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 30% of flights being delayed.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to South Africa?

The best time to book flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to South Africa is 68 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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 August 9, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta,Qatar Airways, andTurkish 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
7.8
Good
8,500 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

The snacks were not very good, not everyone was very friendly and professional
Delta
7.8
Good
8,500 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,500 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

The snacks were not very good, not everyone was very friendly and professional
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,739 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,500 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

The snacks were not very good, not everyone was very friendly and professional
Turkish Airlines
7.4
Good
4,475 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,500 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

The snacks were not very good, not everyone was very friendly and professional
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,089 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,500 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

The snacks were not very good, not everyone was very friendly and professional
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
1,021 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,500 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

The snacks were not very good, not everyone was very friendly and professional

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 35m. Ethiopian Air provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,217. 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 - Sun City Resort Pilansberg or Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Johannesburg OR Tambo, Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Cape Town Intl 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to South Africa (average of $1,070). Flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to South Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,829). 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 Dulles Intl to South Africa

Discover the top 9 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 August 9, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
KLMCheapest$776Average$1,590FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$828Average$1,271FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$836Average$1,036FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$881Average$1,219FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$958Average$1,357FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
DeltaCheapest$964Average$1,919FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$982Average$1,814FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
JetBlueCheapest$1,082Average$2,402FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
EmiratesCheapest$1,251Average$1,525FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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