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

According to our data, United Airlines have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 37% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

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

Historically, on average around 37% of flights between Washington, D.C. and South Africa have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 173 minutes.

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

Generally, flights departing in the evening tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the evening have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl to South Africa?

Qatar Airways, Ethiopian Air, and Turkish Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl to South Africa

Which airlines fly to South Africa?

Ethiopian Air, Turkish Airlines and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to South Africa from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport according to our data. Ethiopian Air is the first choice among our users, with 42% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to South Africa. Keep in mind that there are 3 different airlines that fly to South Africa on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Monday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Thursday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

How old do you have to be to fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to South Africa?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport 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.

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What is the cheapest month to fly to South Africa?

The cheapest month to fly to South Africa from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport is in March. Flight prices, which tend to average around R15 136, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit South Africa in March, then you should wait until April to fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of R15 388.

What is the cheapest Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl to South Africa flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to South Africa?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to South Africa from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to South Africa for around R18 457 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport for as low as R17 701 on momondo.

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There is only 1 cabin class available to choose from on Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl to South Africa flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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The fastest flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to South Africa takes 14h 25m

Direct flights go from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to South Africa on Tuesday, Friday and Sunday. There are no airlines offering direct flights..

There are 65 airports in South Africa. From Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport there are direct flights to Cape Town Intl (CPT).

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How old do you have to be to fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to South Africa?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport 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.
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Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to South Africa is Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner (98,91% of total bookings). The next most popular plane model is Boeing 777 (1,09%).

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

Historically, on average around 37% of flights between Washington, D.C. and South Africa have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 173 minutes.

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

Generally, flights departing in the evening tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the evening have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Monday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Thursday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

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

According to our data, United Airlines have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 37% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

How many flights depart from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to South Africa on average per week?

The number of flights available between Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport and South Africa is 3 per week as of January 2026. The most frequent departure day is Mon, with 33% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

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