How long is the flight from Virginia to South Africa?

On average, it takes 32h 08m to fly from Virginia to South Africa if you fly out of Norfolk (the most popular airport in Virginia) and into Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (the most popular airport in South Africa). If you’re flying out of Newport News and into Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, then the flight time is around 34h 25m.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Virginia to South Africa?

Egyptair, Etihad Airways, and Turkish Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Virginia to South Africa

How many flights depart from Virginia to South Africa on average per week?

As of September 2025, 3 flights take off from Virginia and land in South Africa each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Mon, with 33% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Virginia to South Africa?

Prices for flights from Virginia to South Africa were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Virginia to South Africa?

As of September 2025, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from Virginia to South Africa.

How old do you have to be to fly from Virginia to South Africa?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Virginia to South Africa.

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

The travel and health documents required for your trip to South Africa 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 South Africa. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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13:30 - 11:50IAD-CPT

40h 20m1 stop

17:15 - 20:15CPT-IAD

33h 00m1 stop

R15 968Turkish Airlines

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Thu, Oct 23 - Fri, Oct 31

21:10 - 11:50IAD-CPT

31h 40m1 stop

17:15 - 19:15CPT-IAD

33h 00m1 stop

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Sun, Nov 2 - Thu, Nov 6

12:30 - 22:05IAD-CPT

50h 35m2 stops

7:20 - 11:53CPT-IAD

35h 33m2 stops

R16 568

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Mon, Jan 26 - Tue, Feb 10

22:05 - 8:20IAD-JNB

28h 15m1 stop

9:50 - 16:10JNB-IAD

36h 20m1 stop

R16 780Etihad Airways

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Wed, Oct 1 - Sat, Oct 18

10:00 - 13:05IAD-JNB

20h 05m1 stop

14:30 - 8:00JNB-IAD

24h 30m2 stops

R16 851Ethiopian Air

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20:40 - 3:55IAD-JNB

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36h 10m1 stop

21:45 - 5:00JNB-IAD

38h 15m1 stop

R16 956Egyptair

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21:10 - 10:50IAD-JNB

30h 40m1 stop

10:25 - 11:45JNB-IAD

32h 20m2 stops

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Wed, Nov 12 - Fri, Nov 28

12:00 - 7:10IAD-JNB

37h 10m1 stop

21:45 - 5:00JNB-IAD

38h 15m1 stop

R17 450Egyptair

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22:05 - 8:20IAD-JNB

28h 15m1 stop

9:50 - 16:10JNB-IAD

36h 20m1 stop

R17 997Etihad Airways

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Ethiopian Air flights from Virginia to South Africa

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Ethiopian Air

Nov 12

IAD10:00Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

20h 05m

1 stop

JNB13:05Johannesburg OR Tambo

Nov 17

JNB14:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

24h 30m

2 stops

IAD8:00Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

R16 851

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Ethiopian Air

Nov 12

IAD20:40Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

24h 15m

2 stops

JNB3:55Johannesburg OR Tambo

Nov 17

JNB14:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

24h 30m

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IAD8:00Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

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Ethiopian Air

Oct 5

IAD10:55Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

20h 10m

1 stop

JNB13:05Johannesburg OR Tambo

Oct 12

JNB22:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

26h 40m

2 stops

IAD19:30Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

R16 921

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Egyptair flights from Virginia to South Africa

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Egyptair

Nov 8

IAD12:00Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

36h 10m

1 stop

JNB7:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

Nov 23

JNB21:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

38h 15m

1 stop

IAD5:00Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

R16 956

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Egyptair

Nov 1

IAD12:00Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

37h 10m

1 stop

JNB7:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

Nov 16

JNB21:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

38h 15m

1 stop

IAD5:00Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

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Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 23/10

13:30-11:50

1 stop40h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 31/10

17:15-20:15

1 stop33h 00m

R15 968

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

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Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 2/11

21:10-11:50

1 stop31h 40m

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Thu 6/11

17:15-19:15

1 stop33h 00m

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Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

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Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 26/1

12:30-22:05

2 stops50h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 10/2

7:20-11:53

2 stops35h 33m

R16 568

Washington, D.C.Johannesburg

IAD - JNB

IADJNB

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 1/10

22:05-8:20

1 stop28h 15m

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Sat 18/10

9:50-16:10

1 stop36h 20m

R16 780

Washington, D.C.Johannesburg

IAD - JNB

IADJNB

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 12/11

10:00-13:05

1 stop20h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 17/11

14:30-8:00

2 stops24h 30m

R16 851

Washington, D.C.Johannesburg

IAD - JNB

IADJNB

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 12/11

20:40-3:55

2 stops24h 15m

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Mon 17/11

14:30-8:00

2 stops24h 30m

R16 886

Washington, D.C.Johannesburg

IAD - JNB

IADJNB

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 8/11

12:00-7:10

1 stop36h 10m

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Sun 23/11

21:45-5:00

1 stop38h 15m

R16 956

Washington, D.C.Johannesburg

IAD - JNB

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Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

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21:10-10:50

1 stop30h 40m

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Fri 28/11

10:25-11:45

2 stops32h 20m

R17 045

Washington, D.C.Johannesburg

IAD - JNB

IADJNB

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 1/11

12:00-7:10

1 stop37h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 16/11

21:45-5:00

1 stop38h 15m

R17 450

Washington, D.C.Johannesburg

IAD - JNB

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Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 2/10

22:05-8:20

1 stop28h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 19/10

9:50-16:10

1 stop36h 20m

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What is the cheapest month to fly to South Africa?

The cheapest month to fly to South Africa from Virginia is in March. Flight prices, which tend to average around R23 255, 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 May to fly from Virginia, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of R26 061.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to South Africa?

According to our data, Sunday is the cheapest day to fly to South Africa from Virginia. The lowest ticket price found for a Sunday departure recently was R36 355. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. Flights from Virginia to South Africa on a Monday will generally be more expensive and average around R39 270. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to South Africa?

Flying to South Africa from Virginia in the evening is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as R18 189 when looking at flights departing in the evening. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to South Africa is in the morning when prices are around R39 270.

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You could potentially save up to 5% on your flight if you consider stops on a Virginia to South Africa flight.

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Fastest flight time	14h 20m
Direct flights	Tue, Fri and Sun
Airports in South Africa	1 airport

The fastest flight from Virginia to South Africa takes 14h 20m

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

There is 1 airport near South Africa: Cape Town Intl (CPT)

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Virginia to South Africa?
Prices for flights from Virginia to South Africa were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Virginia to South Africa?
As of September 2025, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from Virginia to South Africa.
How old do you have to be to fly from Virginia to South Africa?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Virginia to South Africa.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to South Africa?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to South Africa 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 South Africa. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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