What is the cheapest airline that flies from District of Columbia to South Africa?

Egyptair, Etihad Airways, and Cathay Pacific are the most popular carriers operating from District of Columbia to South Africa

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Prices for flights from District of Columbia to South Africa are refreshed on a daily basis.

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As of September 2026, there is 1 operator available to choose from for flights from District of Columbia to South Africa.

How old do you have to be to fly from District of Columbia to South Africa?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from District of Columbia to South Africa.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to South Africa?

The required travel and health documents for your South Africa trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at South Africa. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

R9 148 Cheap Flights from District of Columbia to South Africa in 2026

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15:10 - 8:15IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

35h 05m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

9:45 - 9:45JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

30h 00m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

R16 181Etihad Airways

Thu, Sep 17 - Wed, Sep 30

18:32 - 22:10IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

45h 38m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

14:25 - 11:50CPT Cape Town Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

27h 25m3 stops Victoria Falls Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl

R16 325Multiple Airlines

Mon, Oct 19 - Mon, Oct 26

18:26 - 22:10IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

45h 44m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

14:25 - 17:33CPT Cape Town Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

33h 08m3 stops Livingstone Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl

R16 341Multiple Airlines

Mon, Oct 5 - Tue, Oct 20

18:26 - 22:10IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

45h 44m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

7:20 - 17:33CPT Cape Town Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

40h 13m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl

R16 341Multiple Airlines

Mon, Oct 5 - Tue, Oct 20

15:10 - 8:20IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

35h 10m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

9:45 - 9:45JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

30h 00m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

R16 549Etihad Airways

Mon, Sep 14 - Mon, Sep 28

15:10 - 8:20IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

35h 10m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

9:45 - 9:45JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

30h 00m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

R16 565Etihad Airways

Mon, Sep 14 - Mon, Sep 28

12:35 - 13:35IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

66h 00m3 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Victoria Falls

14:25 - 17:28CPT Cape Town Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

34h 03m3 stops Victoria Falls Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl

R16 581Multiple Airlines

Tue, Nov 10 - Mon, Nov 16

18:20 - 13:35IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

60h 15m3 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Victoria Falls

14:25 - 17:28CPT Cape Town Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

34h 03m3 stops Victoria Falls Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl

R16 581Multiple Airlines

Tue, Nov 10 - Mon, Nov 16

21:20 - 3:55IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

24h 35m2 stops Lome Addis Ababa Bole

23:00 - 20:05JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

27h 05m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Lome

R17 110Ethiopian Air

Mon, Oct 12 - Tue, Oct 27

21:20 - 3:55IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

24h 35m2 stops Lome Addis Ababa Bole

22:50 - 19:30JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

26h 40m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Lome

R17 110Ethiopian Air

Sat, Oct 17 - Fri, Oct 23

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15:10 - 8:20IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

35h 10m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

9:45 - 9:45JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

30h 00m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

R16 277Etihad Airways

Mon, Sep 7 - Mon, Sep 21

15:10 - 8:15IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

35h 05m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

9:45 - 9:45JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

30h 00m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

R16 821Etihad Airways

Thu, Sep 10 - Mon, Sep 28

15:10 - 8:20IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

35h 10m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

9:45 - 9:45JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

30h 00m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

R17 174Etihad Airways

Tue, Sep 8 - Mon, Sep 28

15:10 - 8:20IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

35h 10m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

9:45 - 9:45JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

30h 00m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

R17 462Etihad Airways

Tue, Sep 8 - Sat, Sep 26

10:55 - 13:30IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

20h 35m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

22:50 - 19:30JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

26h 40m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Lome

R17 831Ethiopian Air

Thu, Sep 10 - Fri, Sep 25

15:10 - 8:15IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

35h 05m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

9:45 - 9:45JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

30h 00m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

R17 911Etihad Airways

Thu, Sep 10 - Sat, Sep 26

15:10 - 8:15IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

35h 05m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

9:45 - 9:45JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

30h 00m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

R17 927Etihad Airways

Thu, Sep 10 - Sat, Sep 26

10:55 - 13:30IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

20h 35m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

14:30 - 8:55JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

24h 25m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino

R18 263Ethiopian Air

Thu, Sep 10 - Mon, Sep 28

21:20 - 20:10IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

40h 50m2 stops Lome Addis Ababa Bole

14:30 - 8:55JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

24h 25m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino

R18 776Ethiopian Air

Mon, Sep 7 - Fri, Sep 11

10:55 - 20:10IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

27h 15m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

14:30 - 8:55JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

24h 25m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino

R18 776Ethiopian Air

Mon, Sep 7 - Fri, Sep 11

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18:45 - 16:10IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

14h 25mdirect

20:50 - 5:55CPT Cape Town Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

16h 05mdirect

R25 328Multiple Airlines

Sat, Feb 27 - Sun, Mar 7

18:45 - 15:20IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

14h 35mdirect

20:00 - 5:30CPT Cape Town Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

15h 30mdirect

R25 729United Airlines

Mon, Oct 5 - Tue, Oct 20

18:45 - 16:10IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

14h 25mdirect

20:50 - 5:55CPT Cape Town Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

16h 05mdirect

R25 793United Airlines

Thu, Jan 21 - Tue, Feb 16

18:45 - 15:20IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

14h 35mdirect

20:50 - 6:45CPT Cape Town Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

15h 55mdirect

R25 825United Airlines

Sat, Oct 17 - Tue, Oct 27

18:45 - 16:10IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

14h 25mdirect

20:50 - 5:55CPT Cape Town Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

16h 05mdirect

R25 825United Airlines

Sat, Jan 23 - Sun, Feb 14

18:45 - 16:10IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

14h 25mdirect

20:50 - 5:55CPT Cape Town Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

16h 05mdirect

R25 825United Airlines

Sat, Jan 23 - Sun, Jan 31

18:45 - 16:10IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

14h 25mdirect

20:50 - 5:55CPT Cape Town Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

16h 05mdirect

R25 825United Airlines

Sat, Jan 23 - Fri, Feb 5

18:45 - 16:10IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

14h 25mdirect

20:50 - 5:55CPT Cape Town Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

16h 05mdirect

R25 825United Airlines

Thu, Feb 4 - Sun, Feb 21

18:45 - 16:10IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

14h 25mdirect

20:50 - 5:55CPT Cape Town Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

16h 05mdirect

R25 825United Airlines

Thu, Jan 21 - Tue, Feb 2

18:45 - 16:10IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

14h 25mdirect

20:50 - 5:55CPT Cape Town Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

16h 05mdirect

R25 825United Airlines

Mon, Jan 18 - Sun, Jan 31

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Ethiopian Air flights from District of Columbia to South Africa

Our best Ethiopian Air deals on District of Columbia to South Africa flight tickets

Ethiopian Air

Oct 12

IAD21:20Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

24h 35m

2 stops

JNB3:55Johannesburg OR Tambo

Oct 27

JNB23:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

27h 05m

2 stops

IAD20:05Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

R17 110

Ethiopian Air

Sept 28

IAD21:20Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

24h 35m

2 stops

JNB3:55Johannesburg OR Tambo

Oct 6

JNB22:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

26h 40m

2 stops

IAD19:30Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

R17 126

Ethiopian Air

Sept 28

IAD21:20Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

24h 35m

2 stops

JNB3:55Johannesburg OR Tambo

Oct 20

JNB22:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

26h 40m

2 stops

IAD19:30Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

R17 286

Etihad Airways flights from District of Columbia to South Africa

Our best Etihad Airways deals on District of Columbia to South Africa flight tickets

Etihad Airways

Sept 17

IAD15:10Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

35h 05m

1 stop

JNB8:15Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sept 30

JNB9:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

30h 00m

1 stop

IAD9:45Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

R16 181

Etihad Airways

Sept 7

IAD15:10Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

35h 10m

1 stop

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sept 21

JNB9:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

30h 00m

1 stop

IAD9:45Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

R16 277

Etihad Airways

Sept 14

IAD15:10Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

35h 10m

1 stop

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sept 28

JNB9:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

30h 00m

1 stop

IAD9:45Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

R16 549

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Washington, D.C.Johannesburg

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

IADJNB

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 17/9

15:10-8:15

1 stop35h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 30/9

9:45-9:45

1 stop30h 00m

R16 181

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

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

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 19/10

18:32-22:10

2 stops45h 38m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 26/10

14:25-11:50

3 stops27h 25m

R16 325

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

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

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 5/10

18:26-22:10

2 stops45h 44m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 20/10

14:25-17:33

3 stops33h 08m

R16 341

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

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

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 5/10

18:26-22:10

2 stops45h 44m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 20/10

7:20-17:33

2 stops40h 13m

R16 341

Washington, D.C.Johannesburg

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

IADJNB

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 14/9

15:10-8:20

1 stop35h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 28/9

9:45-9:45

1 stop30h 00m

R16 549

Washington, D.C.Johannesburg

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

IADJNB

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 14/9

15:10-8:20

1 stop35h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 28/9

9:45-9:45

1 stop30h 00m

R16 565

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

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

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 10/11

12:35-13:35

3 stops66h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 16/11

14:25-17:28

3 stops34h 03m

R16 581

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

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

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 10/11

18:20-13:35

3 stops60h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 16/11

14:25-17:28

3 stops34h 03m

R16 581

Washington, D.C.Johannesburg

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

IADJNB

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 12/10

21:20-3:55

2 stops24h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 27/10

23:00-20:05

2 stops27h 05m

R17 110

Fastest return journey

Washington, D.C.Johannesburg

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

IADJNB

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 17/10

21:20-3:55

2 stops24h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 23/10

22:50-19:30

2 stops26h 40m

R17 110

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from District of Columbia to South Africa

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What is the cheapest month to fly to South Africa?

The cheapest month to fly to South Africa from District of Columbia is in September. Flight prices, which tend to average around R18 119, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit South Africa in September, then you should wait until February to fly from District of Columbia, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of R18 840.

What is the cheapest District of Columbia to South Africa flight route?

Fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl to Cape Town Intl for the best District of Columbia - South Africa flight prices

How far in advance should I book a flight from District of Columbia to South Africa?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to South Africa from District of Columbia when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to South Africa for around R19 985 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to South Africa from District of Columbia for as low as R16 966 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on District of Columbia to South Africa flights?

There is only 1 cabin class available to choose from on District of Columbia to South Africa flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on District of Columbia to South Africa flights?

You could potentially save up to 41% on your flight if you consider stops on a District of Columbia to South Africa flight.

Cheap District of Columbia to South Africa flight deals and tips

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Best price found	R9 148
Fastest flight time	14h 25m
Direct flights	Tue, Fri and Sun
Airports in South Africa	65 airports

The best one-way flight to South Africa from District of Columbia in the past 72 hours is R9 148. The best return flight deal from District of Columbia to South Africa found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R16 181.

The fastest flight from District of Columbia to South Africa takes 14h 25m

Direct flights go from District of Columbia to South Africa on Tuesday, Friday and Sunday. There are no airlines offering direct flights..

There are 65 airports in South Africa. From District of Columbia there are direct flights to Cape Town Intl (CPT).

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Frequently asked questions about flying from District of Columbia to South Africa

When did momondo last update prices for flights from District of Columbia to South Africa?
Prices for flights from District of Columbia to South Africa are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from District of Columbia to South Africa?
As of September 2026, there is 1 operator available to choose from for flights from District of Columbia to South Africa.
How old do you have to be to fly from District of Columbia to South Africa?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from District of Columbia to South Africa.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to South Africa?
The required travel and health documents for your South Africa trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at South Africa. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from District of Columbia to South Africa?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from District of Columbia to South Africa is Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner, representing 62,92% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Airbus A320-100/200 at 33,71%, Airbus A350-900 at 2,25%, and Boeing 737-800 at 1,12%.

Best airlines flying from District of Columbia to South Africa

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R16 166	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 1 037 reviews		Search Ethiopian Air flights

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