South Africa

$519+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to South Africa

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WAS — JNB
Nov 25 — Dec 21
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to South Africa (ZA0). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated November 20, 2024.

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This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/196:05 pmBWI - JNB
2 stops30h 25mAmerican Airlines
Tue 11/269:15 pmJNB - BWI
1 stop28h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/18$883
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Tue 12/39:55 pmIAD - JNB
1 stop29h 25mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/117:25 pmJNB - IAD
1 stop27h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/20$921
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Sat 12/79:55 pmIAD - JNB
1 stop29h 25mBritish Airways
Thu 12/129:15 pmJNB - IAD
1 stop29h 30mBritish Airways
Deal found 11/20$948
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/78:30 pmBWI - JNB
1 stop30h 50mBritish Airways
Thu 12/127:25 pmJNB - BWI
1 stop30h 20mBritish Airways
Deal found 11/20$948
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Fri 11/2210:00 amIAD - JNB
1 stop34h 55mEthiopian Air
Tue 11/2611:00 pmJNB - IAD
2 stops27h 05mEthiopian Air
Deal found 11/18$1,005
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Wed 11/2710:00 amIAD - CPT
1 stop21h 30mEthiopian Air
Tue 12/31:50 pmCPT - IAD
2 stops25h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 11/19$1,044
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Mon 12/22:00 pmIAD - JNB
1 stop37h 45mTurkish Airlines
Sun 12/87:05 pmJNB - IAD
1 stop31h 25mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 11/19$1,061
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Tue 11/192:00 pmIAD - CPT
1 stop39h 00mTurkish Airlines
Thu 12/125:15 pmCPT - IAD
1 stop26h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 11/19$1,070
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Tue 12/39:07 pmDCA - JNB
2 stops30h 13mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/117:25 pmJNB - DCA
2 stops28h 23mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/19$1,078
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Wed 11/278:30 pmBWI - CPT
1 stop32h 40mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/36:45 pmCPT - BWI
1 stop31h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/19$1,087
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Tue 11/196:30 amDCA - JNB
2 stops26h 20mKenya Airways
Mon 12/95:00 pmJNB - DCA
2 stops24h 24mKenya Airways
Deal found 11/18$1,087
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Wed 11/279:55 pmIAD - CPT
1 stop31h 15mAmerican Airlines
Thu 12/56:45 pmCPT - IAD
1 stop27h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/19$1,087

Find flights from Washington, D.C. to South Africa within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Washington, D.C. to South Africa 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 20, 2024.

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Washington, D.C.Johannesburg

IAD - JNB

IADJNB

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 2/6

9:55 pm-10:20 am

1 stop29h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 2/20

9:15 pm-3:35 pm

1 stop25h 20m

$902

BaltimoreJohannesburg

BWI - JNB

BWIJNB

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 1/26

8:30 pm-10:20 am

1 stop30h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 2/8

7:25 pm-6:45 pm

1 stop30h 20m

$902

Washington, D.C.Johannesburg

IAD - JNB

IADJNB

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 2/9

10:00 am-1:10 pm

1 stop20h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 2/22

2:35 pm-8:00 am

2 stops24h 25m

$909

Washington, D.C.Johannesburg

IAD - JNB

IADJNB

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 2/8

12:00 pm-7:10 am

1 stop36h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 2/23

9:45 pm-5:10 am

1 stop38h 25m

$911

Washington, D.C.Johannesburg

DCA - JNB

DCAJNB

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 1/17

10:00 pm-10:20 am

2 stops29h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 1/22

7:25 pm-4:27 pm

2 stops28h 02m

$917

Washington, D.C.Johannesburg

IAD - JNB

IADJNB

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 1/18

2:00 pm-10:50 am

1 stop37h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 4/26

5:50 pm-10:50 am

1 stop23h 00m

$918

Washington, D.C.Johannesburg

IAD - JNB

IADJNB

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 12/7

9:55 pm-10:20 am

1 stop29h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/12

9:15 pm-7:45 pm

1 stop29h 30m

$948

BaltimoreJohannesburg

BWI - JNB

BWIJNB

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 12/7

8:30 pm-10:20 am

1 stop30h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/12

7:25 pm-6:45 pm

1 stop30h 20m

$948

Washington, D.C.Johannesburg

DCA - JNB

DCAJNB

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 2/18

6:09 am-4:00 pm

2 stops26h 51m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 2/26

5:15 pm-10:20 am

2 stops24h 05m

$970

Washington, D.C.Johannesburg

IAD - JNB

IADJNB

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 2/8

7:35 pm-4:10 pm

2 stops37h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 2/18

5:15 pm-11:25 am

2 stops25h 10m

$975

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Travel insights for flights from Washington, D.C. to South Africa

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Washington, D.C. to South Africa including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to South Africa?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to South Africa (average of $1,183). Flying from Washington, D.C. to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,694). 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 WAS to ZA?

Find hourly flight availability from Washington, D.C. to South Africa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 20, 2024.

When flying from Washington, D.C. to South Africa, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Rainfall in South Africa by month

Plan your trip to South Africa by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in South Africa ranges from 0.0 - 4.7 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.7 in. June is typically the driest time to visit South Africa when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in South Africa by month

Plan your trip to South Africa by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to South Africa, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 68.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 50.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing South Africa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to South Africa. 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 South Africa. Reviews last updated November 20, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown American Airlines, Ethiopian Air and British Airways from Washington, D.C. to South Africa. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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3,486 reviews

Boarding

8.1

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8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

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1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

8.1
Very good
3,486 reviews
8.1
Very good
3,486 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

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My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

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Very good
8,756 reviews
8.1
Very good
3,486 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

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Good
1,350 reviews
8.1
Very good
3,486 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

7.6
Good
1,637 reviews
8.1
Very good
3,486 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

7.6
Good
878 reviews
8.1
Very good
3,486 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

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1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

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  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Washington, D.C. to South Africa one-way?

    $519 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Etihad Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Egyptair and Turkish Airlines, with prices starting from $558 and $580, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Washington, D.C. to South Africa?

  • Can I find deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to South Africa that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Washington, D.C. to South Africa flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Washington, D.C. to South Africa?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Washington, D.C. to South Africa.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Washington, D.C. to South Africa?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Washington, D.C. to South Africa 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 Washington, D.C. to South Africa?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to South Africa (average of $1,183). Flying from Washington, D.C. to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,694). 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 10 airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to South Africa

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Washington, D.C. to South Africa. 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 20, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$826Average$916FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$840Average$1,123FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
American AirlinesCheapest$891Average$1,326FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
British AirwaysCheapest$952Average$1,405FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
KLMCheapest$952Average$1,479FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$963Average$1,301FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
DeltaCheapest$966Average$1,475FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$994Average$1,515FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SWISSCheapest$1,048Average$1,461FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
JetBlueCheapest$1,055Average$1,202FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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