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$558+ Cheap flights from South Africa to Washington, D.C. (WAS)

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JNB — WAS
Mar 6 — Mar 131
Fri 3/6
Fri 3/13
1 adult, Economy
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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 February 4, 2026.

This Bravofly deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Bravofly is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/92:30 pm
JNB
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IAD
2 stops24h 30m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 3/2311:00 am
IAD
-
JNB
1 stop20h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 2/2$821
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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.
Tue 3/32:30 pm
JNB
-
IAD
2 stops24h 30m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 3/1011:00 am
IAD
-
JNB
1 stop20h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 2/2$826
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/4. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/197:35 pm
JNB
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IAD
2 stops27h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 3/96:05 pm
IAD
-
JNB
2 stops31h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/4$828
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/169:50 am
JNB
-
IAD
1 stop30h 15m
Etihad Airways
Thu 3/193:35 pm
IAD
-
JNB
1 stop34h 45m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 2/1$829
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/4. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/192:30 pm
JNB
-
IAD
2 stops24h 30m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 3/911:00 am
IAD
-
JNB
1 stop20h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 2/4$833
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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 2/42:35 pm
CPT
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IAD
2 stops24h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 3/410:00 am
IAD
-
CPT
1 stop21h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 2/3$835
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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 2/52:30 pm
JNB
-
IAD
2 stops24h 30m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 2/1210:00 am
IAD
-
JNB
1 stop20h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 2/3$835
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/4. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/197:35 pm
JNB
-
IAD
2 stops27h 00m
British Airways
Sat 2/285:05 pm
IAD
-
JNB
2 stops34h 20m
British Airways
Deal found 2/4$836
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/4. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/57:35 pm
JNB
-
IAD
2 stops27h 00m
British Airways
Fri 2/205:05 pm
IAD
-
JNB
2 stops31h 30m
British Airways
Deal found 2/4$837
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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.
Wed 2/182:30 pm
JNB
-
IAD
2 stops24h 30m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 3/410:00 am
IAD
-
JNB
1 stop20h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 2/3$838
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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.
Fri 2/137:05 pm
JNB
-
IAD
1 stop23h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Sat 2/289:15 pm
IAD
-
JNB
1 stop30h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 2/3$841
This flightsite.co.za deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 flightsite.co.za is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/97:05 pm
JNB
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IAD
1 stop31h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 3/232:30 pm
IAD
-
JNB
1 stop38h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 2/2$842

Find 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 February 4, 2026.

Round-trip from

$821
(Bravofly)

One-way from

$558
(Mytrip)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$885

Good round-trip deal

$974 or less

Good one-way deal

$1,712 or less
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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 February 4, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Washington, D.C. that are best for you.

Fly from

South Africa

Fly to

Washington, D.C.

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 3/16

9:50 am-10:05 am

1 stop30h 15m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 3/19

3:35 pm-8:20 am

1 stop34h 45m

$829

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 3/5

7:10 pm-7:20 pm

1 stop31h 10m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 3/15

10:15 pm-10:50 am

1 stop30h 35m

$858

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 5/3

9:50 am-9:45 am

1 stop29h 55m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 5/8

3:10 pm-8:20 am

1 stop35h 10m

$867

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/16

2:30 pm-8:00 am

2 stops24h 30m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 3/5

10:00 am-1:05 pm

1 stop20h 05m

$868

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 2/18

7:05 pm-7:20 pm

1 stop31h 15m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 2/21

9:15 pm-10:50 am

1 stop30h 35m

$868

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 2/18

9:50 am-9:05 am

1 stop30h 15m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 3/4

2:35 pm-8:20 am

1 stop34h 45m

$871

JohannesburgBaltimore

JNB - BWI

JNBBWI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 3/18

7:35 pm-7:45 pm

1 stop30h 10m

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 3/22

9:35 pm-10:25 am

1 stop30h 50m

$877

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/16

8:15 pm-4:40 pm

1 stop27h 25m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 3/1

8:30 pm-10:30 am

1 stop31h 00m

$881

JohannesburgBaltimore

JNB - BWI

JNBBWI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 5/1

7:25 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop30h 15m

Baltimore/Washington

Fri 5/8

9:30 pm-9:25 am

1 stop29h 55m

$892

JohannesburgBaltimore

JNB - BWI

JNBBWI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 2/19

7:35 pm-6:45 pm

1 stop30h 10m

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 3/3

8:35 pm-10:25 am

1 stop30h 50m

$894

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Washington, D.C.

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Cheapflights Insights

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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Washington, D.C. (average of $541). Flying from South Africa to Washington, D.C. in August is currently the most expensive (average of $916). 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 February 4, 2026.

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.

How often are flights from South Africa to Washington, D.C. delayed?

About 7% of weekly flights between South Africa and Washington, D.C. have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 154 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for South Africa to Washington, D.C. 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?

Sunday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Tuesday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on South Africa to Washington, D.C. flights?

Over the last year, United Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 7% of flights being delayed.

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 February 4, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, Delta, and KLM from South Africa to Washington, D.C. to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,501 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,501 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,501 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,141 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,501 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
KLM
7.7
Good
1,448 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,501 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,235 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,501 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,714 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,501 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from South Africa to Washington, D.C.. 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 South Africa to Washington, D.C.?

    Etihad Airways, Turkish Airlines, and British Airways can get you from South Africa to Washington, D.C. in just under 30h 10m. Your travel time can differ by up to 1h. There are 8093 mi between South Africa and Washington, D.C.. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • 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 Turkish Airlines ($398), Qatar Airways ($553), and Emirates ($773).

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

    The most popular route from South Africa to Washington, D.C. is Sun City Resort Pilansberg - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl. You may also consider Johannesburg OR Tambo - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl or Cape Town Intl - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl.

  • Can I find deals for flights from South Africa to Washington, D.C. that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from South Africa to Washington, D.C.?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from South Africa to Washington, D.C.?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa to Washington, D.C. 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 South Africa to Washington, D.C.?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Washington, D.C. (average of $541). Flying from South Africa to Washington, D.C. in August is currently the most expensive (average of $916). 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 South Africa to Washington, D.C.

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from South Africa to Washington, D.C.. 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 February 4, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$817Average$839FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$830Average$952FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$849Average$917FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
United AirlinesCheapest$876Average$982FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$893Average$1,019FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$899Average$1,107FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
British AirwaysCheapest$907Average$1,040FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
KLMCheapest$910Average$1,017FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
EmiratesCheapest$1,120Average$1,297FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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