Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to South Africa from $438

This is the cheapest one-way flight price, found on 10/2. Prices may vary by date and flight preferences.
WAS — JNB
Oct 8 — Oct 151

How far in advance should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. to South Africa?

When searching for a good deal, it’s best to be prepared for potential fluctuations in price. We recommend booking at least 26 days in advance, which can save you up to 7% on flights from Washington, D.C. to South Africa compared to booking the week you need them. Waiting 26 days out may not be for everyone, so we have options available for flights within the next two weeks, with the lowest price starting at $1,300. For sooner than that we have options available in the next 3 days from $1,313.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. to South Africa?

April is one of the best times of the year to fly to South Africa from Washington, D.C.. Prices for April average $1,165 per person but you can even find prices for as low as $740. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of December. Opting for a April flight can save you 40% on your journey compared to booking in December

When is the cheapest time to fly from Washington, D.C. to South Africa (WAS - 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.

Cheap Ethiopian Air flights from Washington, D.C. to South Africa

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Cheap Washington, D.C. to South Africa flights in October & November 2023

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One-way flights to South Africa from Washington, D.C.

The cheapest one-way flights from Washington, D.C. to South Africa
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Washington, D.C. Dulles IntlJohannesburg OR Tambo

IAD - JNB

IADJNB

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 1/31

1 stop29h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 2/10

1 stop25h 05m

Washington, D.C. Dulles IntlCape Town Intl

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 10/29

1 stop31h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 11/9

1 stop32h 15m

Washington, D.C. Dulles IntlJohannesburg OR Tambo

IAD - JNB

IADJNB

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 3/1

1 stop20h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 3/8

2 stops27h 00m

Washington, D.C. Dulles IntlJohannesburg OR Tambo

IAD - JNB

IADJNB

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 11/4

1 stop37h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 3/10

1 stop37h 25m

Washington, D.C. Dulles IntlCape Town Intl

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 10/29

1 stop31h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 11/9

2 stops36h 15m

Washington, D.C. Dulles IntlJohannesburg OR Tambo

IAD - JNB

IADJNB

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 10/29

1 stop29h 26m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 11/7

1 stop32h 45m

Washington, D.C. Dulles IntlJohannesburg OR Tambo

IAD - JNB

IADJNB

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 2/19

1 stop30h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 2/25

1 stop33h 15m

Baltimore/WashingtonJohannesburg OR Tambo

BWI - JNB

BWIJNB

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 3/11

2 stops22h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 3/18

2 stops25h 20m

Washington, D.C. Dulles IntlJohannesburg OR Tambo

IAD - JNB

IADJNB

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 2/19

1 stop28h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 2/23

1 stop37h 50m

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Reviews of airlines servicing South Africa

Read reviews from past customers who have flown Ethiopian Air, Turkish Airlines and Delta from Washington, D.C. to South Africa. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
7.9
Good
1,315 reviews

Boarding

8.0

Food

7.7

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

8.1

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Delayed flight a bit annoying but staff all good and surprisingly the main course of vegan meals were good.

Emirates
7.9
Good
1,315 reviews
Emirates
7.9
Good
1,315 reviews

Boarding

8.0

Food

7.7

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

8.1

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Delayed flight a bit annoying but staff all good and surprisingly the main course of vegan meals were good.

Delta
7.9
Good
3,023 reviews
Emirates
7.9
Good
1,315 reviews

Boarding

8.0

Food

7.7

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

8.1

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Delayed flight a bit annoying but staff all good and surprisingly the main course of vegan meals were good.

Air France
7.6
Good
274 reviews
Emirates
7.9
Good
1,315 reviews

Boarding

8.0

Food

7.7

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

8.1

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Delayed flight a bit annoying but staff all good and surprisingly the main course of vegan meals were good.

Ethiopian Air
7.5
Good
125 reviews
Emirates
7.9
Good
1,315 reviews

Boarding

8.0

Food

7.7

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

8.1

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Delayed flight a bit annoying but staff all good and surprisingly the main course of vegan meals were good.

KLM
7.5
Good
196 reviews
Emirates
7.9
Good
1,315 reviews

Boarding

8.0

Food

7.7

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

8.1

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Delayed flight a bit annoying but staff all good and surprisingly the main course of vegan meals were good.

Related info for your journey

Useful info, stats and facts about Washington, D.C. to South Africa flights.

Can I find flights from Washington, D.C. to South Africa for under $900 on Cheapflights?

Yes, there are multiple flights from Washington, D.C. to South Africa for under $900. The cheapest flight booked recently is on SAUDIA for just $828, but on average you can expect to pay $887.

Are there nonstop flights from Washington, D.C. to South Africa for under $1,400 on Cheapflights?

Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from Washington, D.C. to South Africa under $1,400. A good price for a nonstop flight from Washington, D.C. to South Africa is less than $1,581.

Are there last-minute flights available from Washington, D.C. to South Africa for under $1,000?

There are currently 20+ open flights from Washington, D.C. to South Africa within the next 7 days for less than $1,000.

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

$438 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from SAUDIA. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Etihad Airways and Turkish Airlines, with prices starting from $589 and $612, respectively.

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

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What does IAD to JNB mean?

Great question - IAD to JNB just means Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. Now you’ll know what these unique codes when you look for flights! Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT), Durban King Shaka Intl Airport (DUR), Port Elizabeth Airport (PLZ), George Airport (GRJ), Johannesburg Lanseria Airport (HLA) are other airports near this flight route and their unique identifiers/IATA codes.

Destination points for flights from Washington, D.C. to South Africa

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Top 10 airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to South Africa

The chart below displays the airlines Cheapflights users traveling from Washington, D.C. to South Africa choose most often. Cheapest and average prices are based on aggregated data from the past 12 months.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$697Average$906FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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DeltaCheapest$837Average$1,329FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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United AirlinesCheapest$880Average$1,367FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Ethiopian AirCheapest$951Average$1,130FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$958Average$1,100FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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KLMCheapest$978Average$1,350FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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LufthansaCheapest$1,003Average$1,415FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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American AirlinesCheapest$1,013Average$1,232FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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British AirwaysCheapest$1,081Average$1,309FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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EmiratesCheapest$1,197Average$1,336FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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