Washington, D.C.

$548+ Cheap flights from South Africa to Washington, D.C. (WAS)

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

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to Washington, D.C. flight deals. Data was last updated abril 30, 2025.

Round-trip from

$893
(Gotogate)

One-way from

$548
(Booking.com)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$975

Good round-trip deal

$1,057 or less

Good one-way deal

$914 or less
From South Africa to Washington, D.C. (WAS)
One-way flight from South Africa to Washington, D.C. (WAS)
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($127 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($24 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from South Africa to Washington, D.C. (WAS).
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to Washington, D.C.. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on abril 30, 2025.

This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
jue. 5/152:30 pmJNB - IAD
2 stops24h 25mEthiopian Air
lun. 5/1910:55 amIAD - JNB
1 stop20h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 4/29$893
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 5/265:55 pmJNB - IAD
1 stop23h 50mTurkish Airlines
lun. 6/301:30 pmIAD - JNB
1 stop39h 05mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 4/29$903
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
dom. 11/1610:05 pmJNB - IAD
1 stop24h 30mMultiple Airlines
dom. 12/79:55 pmIAD - JNB
1 stop29h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/28$911
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 5/139:15 pmJNB - BWI
1 stop28h 20mMultiple Airlines
vie. 5/239:20 pmBWI - JNB
1 stop27h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$912
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 SWISS is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 5/247:35 pmJNB - IAD
1 stop26h 40mSWISS
sáb. 5/318:45 pmIAD - JNB
1 stop30h 35mSWISS
Deal found 4/28$915
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jue. 5/16:50 pmJNB - IAD
1 stop27h 30mDelta
dom. 5/115:40 pmIAD - JNB
1 stop20h 00mDelta
Deal found 4/29$918
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mar. 6/38:05 pmCPT - IAD
2 stops26h 39mDelta
mié. 6/118:30 pmIAD - CPT
2 stops39h 20mDelta
Deal found 4/29$919
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mar. 10/79:55 pmJNB - DCA
1 stop28h 19mDelta
mié. 1/2811:00 amDCA - JNB
2 stops28h 00mDelta
Deal found 4/29$924
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 5/68:05 pmCPT - DCA
1 stop22h 38mDelta
sáb. 5/242:59 pmDCA - CPT
2 stops24h 26mDelta
Deal found 4/28$924
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vie. 6/137:25 pmJNB - DCA
2 stops33h 42mMultiple Airlines
vie. 6/205:00 pmDCA - JNB
2 stops32h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$926
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dom. 6/111:15 pmCPT - IAD
1 stop22h 20mKLM
mar. 6/1012:13 pmIAD - CPT
2 stops27h 12mKLM
Deal found 4/29$932
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dom. 7/208:40 pmJNB - IAD
1 stop25h 20mVirgin Atlantic
jue. 8/145:50 pmIAD - JNB
1 stop34h 30mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 4/29$934

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Washington, D.C. that are best for you.

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South Africa

Fly to

Washington, D.C.

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

jue. 5/15

2:30 pm-8:55 am

2 stops24h 25m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

lun. 5/19

10:55 am-1:05 pm

1 stop20h 10m

$893

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

lun. 5/26

5:55 pm-11:45 am

1 stop23h 50m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

lun. 6/30

1:30 pm-10:35 am

1 stop39h 05m

$903

JohannesburgBaltimore

JNB - BWI

JNBBWI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mar. 5/13

9:15 pm-7:35 pm

1 stop28h 20m

Baltimore/Washington

vie. 5/23

9:20 pm-7:00 am

1 stop27h 40m

$912

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mar. 5/13

9:15 pm-3:45 pm

1 stop24h 30m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

vie. 5/23

5:40 pm-7:00 am

1 stop31h 20m

$912

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - IAD

CPTIAD

Cape Town Intl

mar. 6/3

8:05 pm-4:44 pm

2 stops26h 39m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

mié. 6/11

8:30 pm-5:50 pm

2 stops39h 20m

$919

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - DCA

JNBDCA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mar. 10/7

9:55 pm-8:14 pm

1 stop28h 19m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

mié. 1/28

11:00 am-10:00 pm

2 stops28h 00m

$924

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - DCA

CPTDCA

Cape Town Intl

dom. 6/8

8:05 pm-6:56 pm

2 stops28h 51m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

dom. 6/22

12:15 pm-9:10 pm

2 stops26h 55m

$924

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - DCA

JNBDCA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

vie. 6/13

7:25 pm-11:07 pm

2 stops33h 42m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

vie. 6/20

5:00 pm-7:00 am

2 stops32h 00m

$926

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mar. 10/7

6:50 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop30h 25m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

mié. 1/28

7:10 pm-9:15 am

2 stops31h 05m

$926

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - IAD

CPTIAD

Cape Town Intl

dom. 6/1

11:15 pm-3:35 pm

1 stop22h 20m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

mié. 6/11

5:25 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop22h 00m

$928

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Everything you need to know about your flight from South Africa to Washington, D.C.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Washington, D.C. (average of $309). Flying from South Africa to Washington, D.C. in June is currently the most expensive (average of $373). 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 ZA to WAS?

Find hourly flight availability from South Africa to Washington, D.C.. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated abril 30, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from South Africa to Washington, D.C. as you normally would.

Rainfall in Washington, D.C. by month

Plan your trip to Washington, D.C. by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Washington, D.C. ranges from 2.6 - 4.0 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.0 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Washington, D.C. when rainfall is around 2.6 in.

Temperature in Washington, D.C. by month

Plan your trip to Washington, D.C. by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Washington, D.C., use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 80.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 35.6 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Washington, D.C.

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Washington, D.C.. 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 Washington, D.C.. Reviews last updated abril 30, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Singapore Airlines, Emirates and Delta from South Africa to Washington, D.C. by reading reviews from past customers. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from South Africa to Washington, D.C. are Qatar Airways ($548), Turkish Airlines ($614), and Egyptair ($646).

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Washington, D.C. (average of $309). Flying from South Africa to Washington, D.C. in June is currently the most expensive (average of $373). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$797Average$1,095FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$830Average$1,088FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$830Average$928FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
DeltaCheapest$871Average$1,032FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
KLMCheapest$886Average$1,110FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$919Average$1,286FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
British AirwaysCheapest$948Average$980FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
JetBlueCheapest$950Average$1,136FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%

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