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

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

How long does it take to fly to Washington, D.C.?

Flight times from South Africa to Washington, D.C. vary, but if you’re flying out of Cape Town and flying into Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (one of the most popular routes), then the duration is 15h 30m on average. Another popular route from South Africa to Washington, D.C. is flying from Johannesburg to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport, which will take roughly 23h 35m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

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

Historically, on average around 6% of flights between South Africa and Washington, D.C. have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 141 minutes.

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

3 flights are operational weekly from South Africa to Washington, D.C. as of March 2026. The most popular departure day for this route is Tue, with 33% of flights per week taking off on this day.

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

According to our data, United Airlines have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 6% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

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

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

Which airlines fly to Washington, D.C.?

British Airways, United Airlines and KLM are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Washington, D.C. from South Africa according to our data. British Airways is the first choice among our users, with 30% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Washington, D.C.. Keep in mind that there are 10 different airlines that fly to Washington, D.C. on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

When did momondo last update prices for flights from South Africa to Washington, D.C.?

Prices for flights from South Africa to Washington, D.C. are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from South Africa to Washington, D.C.?

There are 10 operators available for flights from South Africa to Washington, D.C. as of March 2026.

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

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from South Africa to Washington, D.C..

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Washington, D.C.?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Washington, D.C. can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Washington, D.C.. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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May 23

JNB19:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

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IAD21:00Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Washington, D.C.?

In general, January is the cheapest month to fly from South Africa to Washington, D.C.. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around R15 133. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of January, then book flights to Washington, D.C. from South Africa during February instead. Flights to Washington, D.C. in February, while not as cheap as those in January, still average around R15 405.

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

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Washington, D.C.?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Washington, D.C. from South Africa when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Washington, D.C. for around R16 504 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Washington, D.C. from South Africa for as low as R15 966 on momondo.

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Best price found	R18 995
Fastest flight time	15h 30m
Direct flights	Mon, Wed and Sat
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The best one-way flight to Washington, D.C. from South Africa in the past 72 hours is R18 995. The best return flight deal from South Africa to Washington, D.C. found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R17 162.

The fastest flight from South Africa to Washington, D.C. takes 15h 30m

Direct flights go from South Africa to Washington, D.C. on Monday, Wednesday and Saturday. There are no airlines offering direct flights..

There are 2 airports in Washington, D.C.. From South Africa there are direct flights to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD).

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There are 10 operators available for flights from South Africa to Washington, D.C. as of March 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from South Africa to Washington, D.C.?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from South Africa to Washington, D.C..
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Washington, D.C.?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Washington, D.C. can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Washington, D.C.. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
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