Washington, D.C.

$593+ Cheap flights from South Africa to Washington, D.C. (WAS)

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JNB — WAS
jun. 17 — jun. 241
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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 junio 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$909
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$593
(flightsite.co.za)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,027

Good round-trip deal

$1,074 or less

Good one-way deal

$992 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 ($128 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($26 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from South Africa to Washington, D.C. (WAS).
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Cheapest flights from South Africa to Washington, D.C.
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 junio 12, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
lun. 7/142:45 pmDUR - IAD
2 stops27h 00mTurkish Airlines
lun. 11/179:10 pmIAD - DUR
2 stops33h 20mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 6/10$909
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 7/97:00 pmJNB - IAD
1 stop24h 30mUnited Airlines
jue. 7/2410:20 pmIAD - JNB
2 stops28h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/11$917
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 7/2511:15 pmCPT - IAD
2 stops26h 36mDelta
jue. 8/73:37 pmIAD - CPT
1 stop20h 13mDelta
Deal found 6/12$928
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 6/1711:15 pmCPT - IAD
2 stops26h 35mKLM
mar. 6/245:25 pmIAD - CPT
1 stop22h 00mKLM
Deal found 6/9$943
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 6/187:00 pmJNB - DCA
2 stops28h 01mUnited Airlines
dom. 7/63:30 pmDCA - JNB
2 stops23h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$962
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 7/37:35 pmJNB - IAD
2 stops24h 50mMultiple Airlines
lun. 1/510:24 pmIAD - JNB
2 stops49h 41mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$966
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 7/2711:15 pmCPT - BWI
2 stops29h 33mDelta
dom. 8/37:52 pmBWI - CPT
1 stop39h 58mDelta
Deal found 6/12$968
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 9/169:15 pmJNB - DCA
2 stops25h 14mAmerican Airlines
lun. 11/36:35 pmDCA - JNB
2 stops29h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$972
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 7/278:40 pmJNB - IAD
1 stop25h 20mVirgin Atlantic
dom. 8/35:50 pmIAD - JNB
1 stop34h 30mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 6/12$973
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 6/2111:15 pmJNB - IAD
1 stop22h 20mKLM
dom. 6/295:25 pmIAD - JNB
1 stop21h 55mKLM
Deal found 6/11$976
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
dom. 7/1310:55 amDUR - IAD
2 stops35h 20mMultiple Airlines
dom. 11/1611:10 pmIAD - DUR
2 stops28h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$979
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 8/137:25 pmJNB - IAD
1 stop30h 45mBritish Airways
mié. 8/2710:40 pmIAD - JNB
1 stop28h 45mBritish Airways
Deal found 6/11$981

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Customize your flight search to find flights from South Africa to Washington, D.C. 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 junio 12, 2025.
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

DurbanWashington, D.C.

DUR - IAD

DURIAD

Durban King Shaka Intl

lun. 7/14

2:45 pm-11:45 am

2 stops27h 00m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

lun. 11/17

9:10 pm-1:30 pm

2 stops33h 20m

$909

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mié. 7/9

7:00 pm-1:30 pm

1 stop24h 30m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

jue. 7/24

10:20 pm-8:35 am

2 stops28h 15m

$917

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - IAD

CPTIAD

Cape Town Intl

vie. 7/25

11:15 pm-7:51 pm

2 stops26h 36m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

jue. 8/7

3:37 pm-5:50 pm

1 stop20h 13m

$928

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

jue. 7/3

7:35 pm-2:25 pm

2 stops24h 50m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

lun. 1/5

10:24 pm-7:05 am

2 stops49h 41m

$966

Cape TownBaltimore

CPT - BWI

CPTBWI

Cape Town Intl

dom. 7/27

11:15 pm-10:48 pm

2 stops29h 33m

Baltimore/Washington

dom. 8/3

7:52 pm-5:50 pm

1 stop39h 58m

$968

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - DCA

JNBDCA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mar. 9/16

9:15 pm-4:29 pm

2 stops25h 14m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

lun. 11/3

6:35 pm-7:30 am

2 stops29h 55m

$972

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dom. 7/27

8:40 pm-4:00 pm

1 stop25h 20m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

dom. 8/3

5:50 pm-10:20 am

1 stop34h 30m

$973

DurbanWashington, D.C.

DUR - IAD

DURIAD

Durban King Shaka Intl

dom. 7/13

10:55 am-4:15 pm

2 stops35h 20m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

dom. 11/16

11:10 pm-10:20 am

2 stops28h 10m

$979

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mié. 8/13

7:25 pm-8:10 pm

1 stop30h 45m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

mié. 8/27

10:40 pm-9:25 am

1 stop28h 45m

$981

JohannesburgBaltimore

JNB - BWI

JNBBWI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mar. 9/16

9:15 pm-7:35 pm

1 stop28h 20m

Baltimore/Washington

lun. 11/3

6:05 pm-7:30 am

2 stops30h 25m

$982

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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 $241). Flying from South Africa to Washington, D.C. in March is currently the most expensive (average of $290). 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 junio 12, 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 junio 12, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates, Singapore Airlines 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.

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.
8.0
Very good

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

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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 $241). Flying from South Africa to Washington, D.C. in March is currently the most expensive (average of $290). 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$918FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$853Average$928FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
DeltaCheapest$871Average$1,014FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$877Average$1,194FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
KLMCheapest$886Average$1,130FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
British AirwaysCheapest$948Average$980FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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