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 16h 10m 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 40m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

Which airlines fly to Washington, D.C.?

British Airways, KLM and United Airlines 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 36% 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 cheapest airline that flies from South Africa to Washington, D.C.?

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

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 October 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Tue, with 33% of flights per week taking off on this day.

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.

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There are 10 operators available for flights from South Africa to Washington, D.C. as of October 2025.

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

In general, February 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 267. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of February, then book flights to Washington, D.C. from South Africa during March instead. Flights to Washington, D.C. in March, while not as cheap as those in February, still average around R15 853.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Washington, D.C.?

The cheapest day to depart from South Africa to Washington, D.C. is on a Monday. Travellers who choose to depart for Washington, D.C. on a Monday will often find tickets for as low as R15 933. When flying out on a Saturday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from South Africa to Washington, D.C. for around R18 082.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Washington, D.C.?

Flying to Washington, D.C. from South Africa in the afternoon is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as R15 346 when looking at flights departing in the afternoon. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying at midday when prices are R17 058 on average. Flights to Washington, D.C. from South Africa at midday are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travellers’ schedules.

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 981 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 R16 266 on momondo.

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There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on South Africa to Washington, D.C. 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 best one-way flight to Washington, D.C. from South Africa in the past 72 hours is R17 332. The best return flight deal from South Africa to Washington, D.C. found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R16 557.

The fastest flight from South Africa to Washington, D.C. takes 16h 10m

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

There is 1 airport near Washington, D.C.: Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD)

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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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Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from South Africa to Washington, D.C. is Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner (92,11% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Airbus A350-900 (6,58%) and Boeing 777 (1,32%).

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KLM	PriceFrom R9 363	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,7 1 406 reviews	Search KLM flights
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You could potentially save up to 44% on your flight if you consider stops on a South Africa to Washington, D.C. flight.

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

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

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