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

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

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

Historically, on average around 10% 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 147 minutes.

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.

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

Friday 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 55m 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 26h 10m. 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 34% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Washington, D.C.. Keep in mind that there are 11 different airlines that fly to Washington, D.C. on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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 10% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

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 11 operators available for flights from South Africa to Washington, D.C. as of January 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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Mar 6

JNB9:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

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IAD9:05Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

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IAD15:35Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

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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 R14 596. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of February, then book flights to Washington, D.C. from South Africa during November instead. Flights to Washington, D.C. in November, while not as cheap as those in February, still average around R14 943.

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 024 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 503 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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Best price found	R20 405
Fastest flight time	15h 55m
Direct flights	Mon, Wed and Sat
Airports in Washington, D.C.	2 airports

The best one-way flight to Washington, D.C. from South Africa in the past 72 hours is R20 405. The best return flight deal from South Africa to Washington, D.C. found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R15 923.

The fastest flight from South Africa to Washington, D.C. takes 15h 55m

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 11 operators available for flights from South Africa to Washington, D.C. as of January 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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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 (86,96% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Airbus A350-900 (10,87%) and Boeing 777 (2,17%).

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KLM	PriceFrom R8 887	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,7 1 434 reviews	Search KLM flights
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Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R13 604	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 4 154 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
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Virgin Atlantic	PriceFrom R13 882	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,5 678 reviews	Search Virgin Atlantic flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom R14 283	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 9 144 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
British Airways	PriceFrom R14 476	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,7 7 659 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Delta	PriceFrom R14 923	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,9 8 032 reviews	Search Delta flights
Air France	PriceFrom R15 133	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 1 519 reviews	Search Air France flights
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Can stopping save me money on South Africa to Washington, D.C. flights?

You could potentially save up to 42% on your flight if you consider stops on a South Africa to Washington, D.C. flight.

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

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

Which airlines fly to Washington, D.C.?

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

Historically, on average around 10% 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 147 minutes.

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.

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

Friday 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.

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 10% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

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