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$576+ Cheap flights from South Africa to Washington, D.C. (WAS)

JNB — WAS
Oct 24 — Oct 311
Sat 10/24
Sat 10/31
1 adult, Economy
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Tue 11/31:50 pm -
2 stops25h 10m
Sat 11/1410:00 am -
1 stop21h 10m
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$881
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One-way from

$576
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$1,029

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$1,197 or less
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JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

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

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 10/31

9:50 am-10:05 am

1 stop30h 15m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-7:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$706

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

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

CPTIAD

Cape Town Intl

Mon 11/16

5:15 pm-7:25 pm

1 stop33h 10m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-7:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$718

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

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

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 10/30

12:20 am-8:25 pm

1 stop26h 05m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-7:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$753

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

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

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 10/29

6:50 pm-12:45 pm

1 stop23h 55m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-7:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$753

JohannesburgBaltimore

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - BWI Baltimore/Washington

JNBBWI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 11/22

5:00 pm-10:02 am

3 stops48h 02m

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-7:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$761

JohannesburgBaltimore

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - BWI Baltimore/Washington

JNBBWI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 10/28

7:35 pm-6:05 pm

1 stop28h 30m

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-7:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$828

JohannesburgBaltimore

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - BWI Baltimore/Washington

JNBBWI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 10/14

9:15 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop28h 25m

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-7:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$920

JohannesburgBaltimore

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - BWI Baltimore/Washington

JNBBWI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 10/29

7:35 pm-6:05 pm

1 stop28h 30m

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-7:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$935

JohannesburgBaltimore

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - BWI Baltimore/Washington

JNBBWI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 10/1

9:15 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop28h 25m

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-7:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$935

JohannesburgBaltimore

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - BWI Baltimore/Washington

JNBBWI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 10/26

7:35 pm-6:05 pm

1 stop28h 30m

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-7:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$935

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

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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 $897). Flying from South Africa to Washington, D.C. in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,187). 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?

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 5% of weekly flights between South Africa and Washington, D.C. have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 176 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?

Friday 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 5% of flights being delayed.

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

Booking 44 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from South Africa to Washington, D.C.. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

Reviews of airlines servicing Washington, D.C.

Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates,Delta, andUnited Airlines 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
3,664 reviews

Crew

8.4

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Milind,Aug 2026

DXB - SFO

Subject: Disappointing Experience Relative to Your Premium Brand I chose your airline because of its reputation as a premium carrier and was willing to pay a significant premium for that experience. Unfortunately, several aspects of my journey fell well short of the standard I expected. Airport Experience At check-in, I was initially directed to the regular line and then told to move to the U.S. line, resulting in unnecessary delays and confusion. I attempted to purchase a Business Class upgrade for my wife, who was traveling in Premium Economy. I was directed to a reservations desk that was unattended. After searching for another service window and waiting approximately 15 minutes, I eventually gave up. This was a frustrating experience that should have been much easier to navigate. Onboard Experience The lounge experience was excellent and is one of the highlights of the journey. Once onboard, I tried again to upgrade my wife to Business Class. I was quoted approximately $1,500 for a single flight segment, which was difficult to justify. What was even more frustrating was discovering later that several Business Class seats remained empty. It seems counterproductive to let seats go unused rather than offer a more reasonable last-minute upgrade option. Had the price been more aligned with market realities, my wife could have traveled with me in Business Class and both the airline and the customer would have benefited. The inflight entertainment was disappointing. The quality of the system and the selection of English-language movies were well below what I would expect from a premium international airline. I spent much of the flight unable to find suitable content. During the final meal service before landing, I was never offered a meal despite being awake and attentive. While I have no doubt the crew would have provided one had I specifically requested it, I do not believe customers should have to ask to receive a standard meal service. What Worked Well The chauffeur/car pickup service at all locations was excellent and consistently met expectations. The lounge experience was also very good. Loyalty Program One factor that makes it difficult for me to remain loyal is that your frequent flyer program is not integrated into one of the major global mileage ecosystems in the same way airlines such as United participate in broader alliances. Given your premium pricing and limited route network relative to larger carriers, consolidating miles and status benefits across multiple airlines is an important consideration for travelers like me. Overall Impression This was not an inexpensive trip. In fact, given recent geopolitical concerns in the region, choosing this routing required a degree of trust and willingness to accept additional travel risk. Unfortunately, the overall experience did not justify either the premium price or that trust. When I combine the airport issues, upgrade frustrations, entertainment shortcomings, missed meal service, and loyalty limitations, I cannot say I received the level of experience your brand promises. As things stand today, I am unlikely to choose your airline again, and my wife is already encouraging me to consider alternatives for my next international trip in December. I share this feedback because I believe your airline has the potential to deliver a truly exceptional experience, but this journey fell significantly short of that expectation.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,664 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,664 reviews

Crew

8.4

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Milind,Aug 2026

DXB - SFO

Subject: Disappointing Experience Relative to Your Premium Brand I chose your airline because of its reputation as a premium carrier and was willing to pay a significant premium for that experience. Unfortunately, several aspects of my journey fell well short of the standard I expected. Airport Experience At check-in, I was initially directed to the regular line and then told to move to the U.S. line, resulting in unnecessary delays and confusion. I attempted to purchase a Business Class upgrade for my wife, who was traveling in Premium Economy. I was directed to a reservations desk that was unattended. After searching for another service window and waiting approximately 15 minutes, I eventually gave up. This was a frustrating experience that should have been much easier to navigate. Onboard Experience The lounge experience was excellent and is one of the highlights of the journey. Once onboard, I tried again to upgrade my wife to Business Class. I was quoted approximately $1,500 for a single flight segment, which was difficult to justify. What was even more frustrating was discovering later that several Business Class seats remained empty. It seems counterproductive to let seats go unused rather than offer a more reasonable last-minute upgrade option. Had the price been more aligned with market realities, my wife could have traveled with me in Business Class and both the airline and the customer would have benefited. The inflight entertainment was disappointing. The quality of the system and the selection of English-language movies were well below what I would expect from a premium international airline. I spent much of the flight unable to find suitable content. During the final meal service before landing, I was never offered a meal despite being awake and attentive. While I have no doubt the crew would have provided one had I specifically requested it, I do not believe customers should have to ask to receive a standard meal service. What Worked Well The chauffeur/car pickup service at all locations was excellent and consistently met expectations. The lounge experience was also very good. Loyalty Program One factor that makes it difficult for me to remain loyal is that your frequent flyer program is not integrated into one of the major global mileage ecosystems in the same way airlines such as United participate in broader alliances. Given your premium pricing and limited route network relative to larger carriers, consolidating miles and status benefits across multiple airlines is an important consideration for travelers like me. Overall Impression This was not an inexpensive trip. In fact, given recent geopolitical concerns in the region, choosing this routing required a degree of trust and willingness to accept additional travel risk. Unfortunately, the overall experience did not justify either the premium price or that trust. When I combine the airport issues, upgrade frustrations, entertainment shortcomings, missed meal service, and loyalty limitations, I cannot say I received the level of experience your brand promises. As things stand today, I am unlikely to choose your airline again, and my wife is already encouraging me to consider alternatives for my next international trip in December. I share this feedback because I believe your airline has the potential to deliver a truly exceptional experience, but this journey fell significantly short of that expectation.
Delta
7.8
Good
8,593 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,664 reviews

Crew

8.4

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Milind,Aug 2026

DXB - SFO

Subject: Disappointing Experience Relative to Your Premium Brand I chose your airline because of its reputation as a premium carrier and was willing to pay a significant premium for that experience. Unfortunately, several aspects of my journey fell well short of the standard I expected. Airport Experience At check-in, I was initially directed to the regular line and then told to move to the U.S. line, resulting in unnecessary delays and confusion. I attempted to purchase a Business Class upgrade for my wife, who was traveling in Premium Economy. I was directed to a reservations desk that was unattended. After searching for another service window and waiting approximately 15 minutes, I eventually gave up. This was a frustrating experience that should have been much easier to navigate. Onboard Experience The lounge experience was excellent and is one of the highlights of the journey. Once onboard, I tried again to upgrade my wife to Business Class. I was quoted approximately $1,500 for a single flight segment, which was difficult to justify. What was even more frustrating was discovering later that several Business Class seats remained empty. It seems counterproductive to let seats go unused rather than offer a more reasonable last-minute upgrade option. Had the price been more aligned with market realities, my wife could have traveled with me in Business Class and both the airline and the customer would have benefited. The inflight entertainment was disappointing. The quality of the system and the selection of English-language movies were well below what I would expect from a premium international airline. I spent much of the flight unable to find suitable content. During the final meal service before landing, I was never offered a meal despite being awake and attentive. While I have no doubt the crew would have provided one had I specifically requested it, I do not believe customers should have to ask to receive a standard meal service. What Worked Well The chauffeur/car pickup service at all locations was excellent and consistently met expectations. The lounge experience was also very good. Loyalty Program One factor that makes it difficult for me to remain loyal is that your frequent flyer program is not integrated into one of the major global mileage ecosystems in the same way airlines such as United participate in broader alliances. Given your premium pricing and limited route network relative to larger carriers, consolidating miles and status benefits across multiple airlines is an important consideration for travelers like me. Overall Impression This was not an inexpensive trip. In fact, given recent geopolitical concerns in the region, choosing this routing required a degree of trust and willingness to accept additional travel risk. Unfortunately, the overall experience did not justify either the premium price or that trust. When I combine the airport issues, upgrade frustrations, entertainment shortcomings, missed meal service, and loyalty limitations, I cannot say I received the level of experience your brand promises. As things stand today, I am unlikely to choose your airline again, and my wife is already encouraging me to consider alternatives for my next international trip in December. I share this feedback because I believe your airline has the potential to deliver a truly exceptional experience, but this journey fell significantly short of that expectation.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,233 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,664 reviews

Crew

8.4

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Milind,Aug 2026

DXB - SFO

Subject: Disappointing Experience Relative to Your Premium Brand I chose your airline because of its reputation as a premium carrier and was willing to pay a significant premium for that experience. Unfortunately, several aspects of my journey fell well short of the standard I expected. Airport Experience At check-in, I was initially directed to the regular line and then told to move to the U.S. line, resulting in unnecessary delays and confusion. I attempted to purchase a Business Class upgrade for my wife, who was traveling in Premium Economy. I was directed to a reservations desk that was unattended. After searching for another service window and waiting approximately 15 minutes, I eventually gave up. This was a frustrating experience that should have been much easier to navigate. Onboard Experience The lounge experience was excellent and is one of the highlights of the journey. Once onboard, I tried again to upgrade my wife to Business Class. I was quoted approximately $1,500 for a single flight segment, which was difficult to justify. What was even more frustrating was discovering later that several Business Class seats remained empty. It seems counterproductive to let seats go unused rather than offer a more reasonable last-minute upgrade option. Had the price been more aligned with market realities, my wife could have traveled with me in Business Class and both the airline and the customer would have benefited. The inflight entertainment was disappointing. The quality of the system and the selection of English-language movies were well below what I would expect from a premium international airline. I spent much of the flight unable to find suitable content. During the final meal service before landing, I was never offered a meal despite being awake and attentive. While I have no doubt the crew would have provided one had I specifically requested it, I do not believe customers should have to ask to receive a standard meal service. What Worked Well The chauffeur/car pickup service at all locations was excellent and consistently met expectations. The lounge experience was also very good. Loyalty Program One factor that makes it difficult for me to remain loyal is that your frequent flyer program is not integrated into one of the major global mileage ecosystems in the same way airlines such as United participate in broader alliances. Given your premium pricing and limited route network relative to larger carriers, consolidating miles and status benefits across multiple airlines is an important consideration for travelers like me. Overall Impression This was not an inexpensive trip. In fact, given recent geopolitical concerns in the region, choosing this routing required a degree of trust and willingness to accept additional travel risk. Unfortunately, the overall experience did not justify either the premium price or that trust. When I combine the airport issues, upgrade frustrations, entertainment shortcomings, missed meal service, and loyalty limitations, I cannot say I received the level of experience your brand promises. As things stand today, I am unlikely to choose your airline again, and my wife is already encouraging me to consider alternatives for my next international trip in December. I share this feedback because I believe your airline has the potential to deliver a truly exceptional experience, but this journey fell significantly short of that expectation.

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    Virgin Atlantic, United Airlines, and Ethiopian Air can get you from South Africa to Washington, D.C. in just under 25h 10m. Your travel time can differ by up to 2h 59m. There are 7926 mi between South Africa and Washington, D.C.. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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  • 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 $897). Flying from South Africa to Washington, D.C. in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,187). 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 5 airlines flying from South Africa to Washington, D.C.

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$817Average$839FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$898Average$1,199FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
British AirwaysCheapest$914Average$1,132FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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