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

Saturday is statistically the day of the week which experiences the fewest number of delays on this flight route. Thursday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

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

Etihad Airways, Qatar Airways, and Ethiopian Air are the most popular carriers operating from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl to South Africa

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Washington, D.C. to South Africa flights?

According to our data, United Airlines have had the least number of delays on this route over the last 12 months; with about 37% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

What is the most punctual flight time for Washington, D.C. to South Africa flights?

Generally, flights departing in the evening tend to experience fewer delays. Flights in the evening have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What airlines fly to South Africa?

Ethiopian Air, United Airlines and Turkish Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to South Africa from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport according to our data. Ethiopian Air is the first choice among our users, with 41% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to South Africa. Keep in mind that there are 11 different airlines that fly to South Africa on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

Historically, on average around 37% of flights between Washington, D.C. and South Africa have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 176 minutes.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to South Africa?

The number of operators available for flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to South Africa is 11 as of May 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport 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 layovers 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport 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 license, 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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Q: How many flights depart from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to South Africa on average per week?

As of May 2026, there are 3 flights per week flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to South Africa. The most common day of the week flights depart is Mon, with 33% of flights taking off on this day.

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3:10 pm - 8:20 am

IAD

JNB

35h 10m

1 stop

9:50 am - 9:45 am

JNB

IAD

29h 55m

1 stop

$993Etihad Airways

Mon, Oct 5 - Mon, Oct 19

3:10 pm - 8:20 am

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JNB

35h 10m

1 stop

9:50 am - 9:45 am

JNB

IAD

29h 55m

1 stop

$998Etihad Airways

Wed, Sep 9 - Wed, Sep 23

3:10 pm - 8:20 am

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JNB

35h 10m

1 stop

9:50 am - 9:45 am

JNB

IAD

29h 55m

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$1,004Etihad Airways

Mon, Sep 7 - Wed, Sep 30

3:10 pm - 8:20 am

IAD

JNB

35h 10m

1 stop

9:50 am - 9:45 am

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IAD

29h 55m

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$1,023Etihad Airways

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7:59 pm - 1:00 pm

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CPT

59h 01m

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2:25 pm - 7:16 pm

CPT

IAD

34h 51m

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$1,203Multiple Airlines

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9:45 pm - 11:50 am

IAD

CPT

32h 05m

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4:35 pm - 11:35 am

CPT

IAD

25h 00m

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$1,218Turkish Airlines

Sat, Sep 5 - Thu, Sep 10

1:20 pm - 11:50 am

IAD

CPT

40h 30m

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4:35 pm - 11:35 am

CPT

IAD

25h 00m

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$1,219Turkish Airlines

Mon, Sep 21 - Sun, Sep 27

1:20 pm - 11:50 am

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CPT

40h 30m

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2:00 pm - 11:35 am

CPT

IAD

27h 35m

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$1,254Multiple Airlines

Wed, Sep 9 - Wed, Sep 30

9:00 pm - 10:35 am

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DUR

31h 35m

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12:05 pm - 3:40 pm

DUR

IAD

33h 35m

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$1,374Qatar Airways

Fri, Sep 4 - Sun, Sep 20

9:00 pm - 10:35 am

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DUR

31h 35m

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5:00 pm - 3:40 pm

DUR

IAD

52h 40m

2 stops

$1,429Qatar Airways

Sun, Jun 14 - Sun, Jun 21

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Etihad Airways flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to South Africa

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Oct 5

IAD3:10 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

35h 10m

1 stop

JNB8:20 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Oct 19

JNB9:50 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

29h 55m

1 stop

IAD9:45 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$993

Etihad Airways

Sep 9

IAD3:10 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

35h 10m

1 stop

JNB8:20 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Sep 23

JNB9:50 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

29h 55m

1 stop

IAD9:45 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$998

Etihad Airways

Sep 7

IAD3:10 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

35h 10m

1 stop

JNB8:20 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Sep 30

JNB9:50 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

29h 55m

1 stop

IAD9:45 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,004

Turkish Airlines flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to South Africa

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Sep 2

IAD9:45 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

30h 45m

1 stop

JNB10:30 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Sep 23

JNB6:00 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

23h 35m

1 stop

IAD11:35 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,110

Turkish Airlines

Aug 30

IAD1:20 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

39h 10m

1 stop

JNB10:30 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Sep 9

JNB6:00 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

31h 50m

1 stop

IAD7:50 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,113

Turkish Airlines

Oct 20

IAD1:20 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

39h 10m

1 stop

JNB10:30 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Oct 27

JNB7:10 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

23h 35m

1 stop

IAD12:45 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,134

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9:50 am-9:45 am

1 stop29h 55m

$1,023

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

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Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 8/19

7:59 pm-1:00 pm

2 stops59h 01m

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Fri 9/4

2:25 pm-7:16 pm

3 stops34h 51m

$1,203

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Sat 9/5

9:45 pm-11:50 am

1 stop32h 05m

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4:35 pm-11:35 am

1 stop25h 00m

$1,218

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

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Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 9/21

1:20 pm-11:50 am

1 stop40h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 9/27

4:35 pm-11:35 am

1 stop25h 00m

$1,219

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

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Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 9/9

1:20 pm-11:50 am

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Cape Town Intl

Wed 9/30

2:00 pm-11:35 am

2 stops27h 35m

$1,254

Washington, D.C.Durban

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Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 9/4

9:00 pm-10:35 am

2 stops31h 35m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 9/20

12:05 pm-3:40 pm

2 stops33h 35m

$1,374

Washington, D.C.Durban

IAD - DUR

IADDUR

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 6/14

9:00 pm-10:35 am

2 stops31h 35m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 6/21

5:00 pm-3:40 pm

2 stops52h 40m

$1,429

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What is the cheapest month to fly to South Africa?

In general, April is the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to South Africa. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $106. The month of December is another great option to travel to South Africa, with average flight prices from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport averaging around $249.

What is the cheapest Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl to South Africa flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to South Africa?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to South Africa from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to South Africa for around $1,174 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to South Africa from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport for as low as $1,029 on momondo.

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Best Price Found	$1,284
Fastest flight time	14h 25m
Direct flights	Tue, Fri and Sun
Airports in South Africa	65 airports

The best one-way flight to South Africa from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport in the past 72 hours is $1,284. The best round-trip flight deal from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to South Africa found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,609.

The fastest flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to South Africa takes 14h 25m

Direct flights go from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to South Africa on Tuesday, Friday and Sunday. There are no airlines offering direct flights.

There are 65 airports in South Africa. From Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport there are direct flights to Cape Town Intl (CPT).

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The number of operators available for flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to South Africa is 11 as of May 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport 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 layovers 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport 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 license, 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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momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to South Africa is Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner, representing 92.31% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Airbus A320-100/200 at 5.77% and Airbus A350-900 at 1.92%.

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British Airways	PriceFrom $869	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 7,936 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom $882	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 1,001 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
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Delta	PriceFrom $964	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,465 reviews	Search Delta flights
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