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$529+ Cheap flights from South Africa to District of Columbia

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JNB — BWI
Apr 5 — Apr 121
Sat 4/5
Sat 4/12
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Cheap flight deals from South Africa to District of Columbia

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to District of Columbia flight deals. Data was last updated March 31, 2025.

Round-trip from

$872
(oojo)

One-way from

$529
(Mytrip)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$920

Good round-trip deal

$971 or less

Good one-way deal

$1,190 or less
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Cheapest flights from South Africa to District of Columbia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to District of Columbia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 31, 2025.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/55:50 pmJNB - IAD
1 stop31h 55mTurkish Airlines
Sat 6/211:30 pmIAD - JNB
1 stop39h 05mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 3/30$872
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure SWISS is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/87:35 pmJNB - IAD
1 stop26h 40mSWISS
Sun 4/205:35 pmIAD - JNB
1 stop33h 45mSWISS
Deal found 3/31$881
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/118:05 pmCPT - IAD
2 stops56h 49mDelta
Sat 5/246:17 pmIAD - CPT
2 stops65h 33mDelta
Deal found 3/30$884
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/1411:15 pmJNB - IAD
1 stop22h 20mDelta
Mon 7/285:30 pmIAD - JNB
1 stop20h 10mDelta
Deal found 3/30$895
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure SWISS is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/173:20 pmDUR - IAD
2 stops30h 55mSWISS
Mon 6/308:45 pmIAD - DUR
2 stops36h 05mSWISS
Deal found 3/30$900
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/1411:15 pmJNB - DCA
2 stops24h 52mKLM
Wed 5/214:39 pmDCA - JNB
2 stops22h 41mKLM
Deal found 3/30$901
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/111:15 pmCPT - DCA
2 stops29h 30mDelta
Sat 8/93:55 pmDCA - CPT
1 stop19h 55mDelta
Deal found 3/31$901
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/156:50 pmJNB - IAD
1 stop30h 25mMultiple Airlines
Thu 5/225:25 pmIAD - JNB
1 stop21h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/30$903
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/146:25 pmCPT - IAD
2 stops27h 10mKLM
Sun 5/2512:20 pmIAD - CPT
2 stops26h 50mKLM
Deal found 3/30$905
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/18:40 pmJNB - IAD
1 stop25h 20mVirgin Atlantic
Sat 5/105:50 pmIAD - JNB
1 stop34h 30mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 3/31$948
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/312:30 pmJNB - IAD
2 stops24h 25mEthiopian Air
Mon 4/1410:55 amIAD - JNB
1 stop20h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 3/31$953
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/1711:15 pmJNB - DCA
2 stops26h 39mDelta
Tue 7/14:50 pmDCA - JNB
2 stops22h 30mDelta
Deal found 3/30$959

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Customize your flight search to find flights from South Africa to District of Columbia that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 31, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to District of Columbia that are best for you.

Fly from

South Africa

Fly to

District of Columbia

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 6/5

5:50 pm-7:45 pm

1 stop31h 55m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 6/21

1:30 pm-10:35 am

1 stop39h 05m

$872

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - IAD

CPTIAD

Cape Town Intl

Sun 5/11

8:05 pm-4:44 pm

2 stops26h 39m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 5/25

6:17 pm-5:50 pm

2 stops41h 33m

$884

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 5/14

11:15 pm-3:35 pm

1 stop22h 20m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 7/28

5:30 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop20h 10m

$895

DurbanWashington, D.C.

DUR - IAD

DURIAD

Durban King Shaka Intl

Tue 6/17

3:20 pm-4:15 pm

2 stops30h 55m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 6/30

8:45 pm-2:50 pm

2 stops36h 05m

$900

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - DCA

JNBDCA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 5/14

11:15 pm-6:07 pm

2 stops24h 52m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 5/21

4:39 pm-9:20 pm

2 stops22h 41m

$901

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - DCA

CPTDCA

Cape Town Intl

Sun 6/1

11:15 pm-10:01 pm

2 stops28h 46m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 8/9

12:59 pm-5:50 pm

2 stops22h 51m

$901

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/15

6:50 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop30h 25m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 5/22

5:25 pm-9:20 pm

1 stop21h 55m

$903

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - IAD

CPTIAD

Cape Town Intl

Wed 5/14

6:25 pm-3:35 pm

2 stops27h 10m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 5/25

12:20 pm-9:10 pm

2 stops26h 50m

$905

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/1

8:40 pm-4:00 pm

1 stop25h 20m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 5/10

5:50 pm-10:20 am

1 stop34h 30m

$948

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - DCA

JNBDCA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 6/17

11:15 pm-7:54 pm

2 stops26h 39m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 7/1

4:50 pm-9:20 pm

2 stops22h 30m

$959

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to District of Columbia

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Everything you need to know about your flight from South Africa to District of Columbia

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Africa to District of Columbia?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to District of Columbia (average of $241). Flying from South Africa to District of Columbia in March is currently the most expensive (average of $290). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from ZA to DC?

Find hourly flight availability from South Africa to District of Columbia. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 31, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from South Africa to District of Columbia as you normally would.

Rainfall in District of Columbia by month

Plan your trip to District of Columbia by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in District of Columbia ranges from 2.6 - 4.0 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.0 in. February is typically the driest time to visit District of Columbia when rainfall is around 2.6 in.

Temperature in District of Columbia by month

Plan your trip to District of Columbia by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to District of Columbia, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 80.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 35.6 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing District of Columbia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to District of Columbia. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to District of Columbia. Reviews last updated March 31, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Singapore Airlines, Emirates and Delta from South Africa to District of Columbia. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,286 reviews

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,286 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,286 reviews

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,192 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,286 reviews

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,899 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,286 reviews

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,321 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,286 reviews

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Austrian Airlines
7.6
Good
770 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,286 reviews

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from South Africa to District of Columbia. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from South Africa to District of Columbia one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Qatar Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $529. Users have also found prices from $626 and $775 on Turkish Airlines and RwandAir, respectively.

  • Can I find deals for flights from South Africa to District of Columbia that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on South Africa to District of Columbia flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

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  • Can I find deals for business class flights from South Africa to District of Columbia?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa to District of Columbia by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Africa to District of Columbia?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to District of Columbia (average of $241). Flying from South Africa to District of Columbia in March is currently the most expensive (average of $290). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 8 airlines flying from South Africa to District of Columbia

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from South Africa to District of Columbia. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$781Average$1,084FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$825Average$969FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$830Average$955FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
KLMCheapest$845Average$1,109FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$861Average$1,294FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$871Average$1,030FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
British AirwaysCheapest$948Average$977FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
JetBlueCheapest$950Average$1,076FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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