Washington, D.C.

$593+ Cheap flights from South Africa to Washington, D.C. (WAS)

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JNB — WAS
Nov 26 — Dec 31
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from South Africa (ZA0) to Washington, D.C. (WAS). 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 21, 2024.

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Cheapest flights from South Africa to Washington, D.C.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to Washington, D.C.. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 21, 2024.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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 11/2711:20 pmCPT - IAD
1 stop23h 25mDelta
Sun 12/89:30 pmIAD - CPT
1 stop26h 00mDelta
Deal found 11/21$988
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/310:10 amJNB - IAD
1 stop40h 55mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/105:35 pmIAD - JNB
1 stop18h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/20$992
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/228:50 pmCPT - IAD
Nonstop16h 05mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/306:50 pmIAD - CPT
Nonstop14h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/21$1,033
This Gotogate 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/232:35 pmJNB - IAD
2 stops24h 25mEthiopian Air
Mon 11/258:40 pmIAD - JNB
2 stops24h 15mEthiopian Air
Deal found 11/20$1,100
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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.
Wed 11/2711:55 pmCPT - IAD
1 stop22h 35mSWISS
Sun 12/88:45 pmIAD - CPT
2 stops27h 55mSWISS
Deal found 11/21$1,134
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/111:55 pmJNB - BWI
2 stops54h 36mKLM
Sun 3/25:30 pmBWI - JNB
2 stops45h 30mKLM
Deal found 11/21$1,138
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/37:35 pmJNB - IAD
2 stops31h 40mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/105:35 pmIAD - JNB
1 stop18h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/20$1,192
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Sat 12/147:30 pmJNB - IAD
1 stop27h 35mVirgin Atlantic
Fri 1/107:35 pmIAD - JNB
2 stops32h 55mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 11/20$1,278
This Netflights deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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 Netflights is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/19:15 pmJNB - BWI
2 stops29h 06mMultiple Airlines
Sun 3/28:30 pmBWI - JNB
1 stop30h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/21$1,332
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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 12/47:40 pmJNB - IAD
1 stop30h 45mDelta
Wed 12/117:45 amIAD - JNB
1 stop28h 15mDelta
Deal found 11/21$1,341
This Travelwings deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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 Travelwings is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/228:30 amCPT - IAD
2 stops41h 20mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/306:45 pmIAD - CPT
2 stops44h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/21$1,348
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/276:30 pmCPT - DCA
2 stops49h 46mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/85:00 pmDCA - CPT
2 stops41h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/21$1,380

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

Customize your flight search to find flights from South Africa to Washington, D.C. 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 2,612,795 searches. Data last updated November 21, 2024.

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JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/25

7:10 pm-12:35 pm

1 stop23h 25m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 9/11

9:40 pm-10:35 am

1 stop30h 55m

$864

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - DCA

JNBDCA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 2/15

9:55 pm-7:33 pm

1 stop28h 38m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 2/22

6:00 am-7:00 pm

2 stops30h 00m

$882

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 2/15

11:55 pm-3:45 pm

1 stop22h 50m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 2/22

1:40 pm-10:00 pm

2 stops25h 20m

$887

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 3/29

11:55 pm-3:35 pm

1 stop21h 40m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 9/8

9:20 pm-8:10 am

1 stop28h 50m

$890

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 3/24

7:45 pm-8:25 pm

1 stop30h 40m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 8/12

5:25 pm-9:20 pm

1 stop21h 55m

$895

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 3/26

11:55 pm-8:25 pm

2 stops26h 30m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 9/8

9:20 pm-8:10 am

1 stop28h 50m

$916

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - DCA

JNBDCA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 1/30

10:00 pm-10:31 am

1 stop19h 31m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 2/9

5:00 pm-6:35 pm

1 stop18h 35m

$929

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - DCA

JNBDCA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 2/15

11:55 pm-8:00 pm

2 stops27h 05m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 2/22

11:35 am-10:00 pm

2 stops27h 25m

$934

JohannesburgBaltimore

JNB - BWI

JNBBWI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 1/30

7:25 pm-6:45 pm

1 stop30h 20m

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 5/19

9:20 pm-7:15 am

1 stop27h 55m

$949

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 3/23

7:25 pm-4:35 pm

1 stop27h 10m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 8/15

10:45 pm-7:15 am

1 stop26h 30m

$949

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

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

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Washington, D.C. (average of $299). Flying from South Africa to Washington, D.C. in June is currently the most expensive (average of $377). 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 WAS?

Find hourly flight availability from South Africa to Washington, D.C.. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 21, 2024.

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

Rainfall in Washington, D.C. by month

Plan your trip to Washington, D.C. by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. when rainfall is around 2.6 in.

Temperature in Washington, D.C. by month

Plan your trip to Washington, D.C. by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Washington, D.C., 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 Washington, D.C.

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Washington, D.C.. 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 Washington, D.C.. Reviews last updated November 21, 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Turkish Airlines, KLM and Air France from South Africa to Washington, D.C. by reading reviews from past customers. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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3,489 reviews

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

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1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

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Very good
3,489 reviews
8.1
Very good
3,489 reviews

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

8.1
Very good
1,338 reviews
8.1
Very good
3,489 reviews

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

8.0
Very good
8,755 reviews
8.1
Very good
3,489 reviews

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

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Good
1,349 reviews
8.1
Very good
3,489 reviews

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

7.6
Good
1,636 reviews
8.1
Very good
3,489 reviews

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Related info for your journey

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from South Africa to Washington, D.C. are Turkish Airlines ($593), Egyptair ($669), and RwandAir ($688).

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Washington, D.C. (average of $299). Flying from South Africa to Washington, D.C. in June is currently the most expensive (average of $377). 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 9 airlines flying from South Africa to Washington, D.C.

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from South Africa to Washington, D.C.. 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 2,612,795 searches. Data last updated November 21, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapest$729Average$962FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$781Average$834FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$794Average$1,224FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$819Average$1,220FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
DeltaCheapest$840Average$1,005FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$857Average$1,350FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
KLMCheapest$888Average$1,152FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
JetBlueCheapest$950Average$1,076FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
EmiratesCheapest$1,142Average$1,283FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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