How many flights depart from South Africa to District of Columbia on average per week?

3 flights are operational weekly from South Africa to District of Columbia as of July 2026. The most popular departure day for this route is Tue, with 33% of flights per week taking off on this day.

How long is the flight from South Africa to District of Columbia?

On average, it takes 15h 30m to fly from South Africa to District of Columbia if you fly out of Cape Town (the most popular airport in South Africa) and into Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (the most popular airport in District of Columbia). If you’re flying out of Johannesburg and into Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport, then the flight time is around 24h 30m.

What airlines fly to District of Columbia?

United Airlines, Etihad Airways and Delta are the top three most popular airlines that fly to District of Columbia from South Africa according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 47% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to District of Columbia. Keep in mind that there are 7 different airlines that fly to District of Columbia on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from South Africa to District of Columbia?

Turkish Airlines, British Airways, and JetBlue are the most popular carriers operating from South Africa to District of Columbia

How many operators does momondo search for flights from South Africa to District of Columbia?

As of July 2026, there are 6 operators available to choose from for flights from South Africa to District of Columbia.

How old do you have to be to fly from South Africa to District of Columbia?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from South Africa to District of Columbia.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to District of Columbia?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to District of Columbia may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at District of Columbia. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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10:00 pm - 9:59 pm

JNB

DCA

29h 59m

1 stop

10:00 am - 6:35 pm

DCA

JNB

26h 35m

1 stop

$956United Airlines

Wed, Oct 14 - Fri, Oct 30

10:00 pm - 10:59 pm

JNB

IAD

30h 59m

1 stop

5:51 pm - 6:35 pm

IAD

JNB

17h 44m

1 stop

$956United Airlines

Wed, Oct 14 - Sun, Nov 1

9:45 am - 9:45 am

JNB

IAD

30h 00m

1 stop

3:10 pm - 8:20 am

IAD

JNB

35h 10m

1 stop

$969Etihad Airways

Sat, Sep 12 - Sat, Oct 3

9:45 am - 9:45 am

JNB

IAD

30h 00m

1 stop

3:35 pm - 8:20 am

IAD

JNB

34h 45m

1 stop

$973Etihad Airways

Mon, Oct 12 - Mon, Oct 26

9:55 pm - 12:59 pm

JNB

DCA

21h 04m

1 stop

8:50 pm - 7:00 pm

DCA

JNB

39h 10m

1 stop

$989Delta

Mon, Oct 12 - Sun, Nov 1

9:55 pm - 2:09 pm

JNB

IAD

22h 14m

1 stop

12:30 pm - 7:00 pm

IAD

JNB

24h 30m

2 stops

$989Delta

Tue, Oct 13 - Tue, Oct 27

6:50 pm - 12:45 pm

JNB

IAD

23h 55m

1 stop

10:20 pm - 10:25 pm

IAD

JNB

41h 05m

1 stop

$990Turkish Airlines

Tue, Oct 27 - Mon, Nov 2

12:05 pm - 3:40 pm

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IAD

33h 35m

2 stops

8:05 pm - 10:55 am

IAD

DUR

31h 50m

2 stops

$1,262Qatar Airways

Tue, Jul 14 - Tue, Nov 3

6:40 pm - 8:40 am

DUR

IAD

44h 00m

1 stop

10:30 am - 5:10 pm

IAD

DUR

23h 40m

1 stop

$1,513Emirates

Tue, Jul 14 - Tue, Nov 3

12:05 pm - 3:40 pm

DUR

IAD

33h 35m

2 stops

6:04 am - 10:55 am

IAD

DUR

45h 51m

3 stops

$1,591Qatar Airways

Tue, Jul 14 - Tue, Nov 3

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Air France flights from South Africa to District of Columbia

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Air France

Sep 28

JNB6:50 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

27h 15m

1 stop

IAD4:05 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Oct 12

IAD10:55 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

29h 25m

2 stops

JNB10:20 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

$993

Air France

Oct 23

JNB6:50 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

27h 15m

1 stop

IAD4:05 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Nov 2

IAD6:40 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

34h 30m

1 stop

JNB12:10 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

$1,007

Air France

Oct 23

JNB6:50 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

27h 15m

1 stop

IAD4:05 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Nov 2

IAD6:40 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

34h 30m

1 stop

JNB12:10 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

$1,008

United Airlines flights from South Africa to District of Columbia

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United Airlines

Oct 14

JNB10:00 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

30h 59m

1 stop

IAD10:59 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Oct 26

IAD5:51 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

18h 44m

1 stop

JNB6:35 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

$956

United Airlines

Jul 21

JNB7:00 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

44h 24m

2 stops

IAD9:24 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Aug 8

IAD5:42 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

18h 48m

1 stop

JNB6:30 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

$1,010

United Airlines

Jul 12

JNB7:00 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

33h 54m

2 stops

DCA10:54 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

Jan 23

DCA3:00 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

20h 35m

1 stop

JNB6:35 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

$1,013

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JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - DCA

JNBDCA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 10/14

10:00 pm-9:59 pm

1 stop29h 59m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 10/30

10:00 am-6:35 pm

1 stop26h 35m

$956

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 10/14

10:00 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop30h 59m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 11/1

5:51 pm-6:35 pm

1 stop17h 44m

$956

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 9/12

9:45 am-9:45 am

1 stop30h 00m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 10/3

3:10 pm-8:20 am

1 stop35h 10m

$969

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 10/12

9:45 am-9:45 am

1 stop30h 00m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 10/26

3:35 pm-8:20 am

1 stop34h 45m

$973

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - DCA

JNBDCA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 10/12

9:55 pm-12:59 pm

1 stop21h 04m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 11/1

8:50 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop39h 10m

$989

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JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/13

9:55 pm-2:09 pm

1 stop22h 14m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 10/27

12:30 pm-7:00 pm

2 stops24h 30m

$989

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/27

6:50 pm-12:45 pm

1 stop23h 55m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 11/2

10:20 pm-10:25 pm

1 stop41h 05m

$990

DurbanWashington, D.C.

DUR - IAD

DURIAD

Durban King Shaka Intl

Tue 7/14

12:05 pm-3:40 pm

2 stops33h 35m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 11/3

8:05 pm-10:55 am

2 stops31h 50m

$1,262

DurbanWashington, D.C.

DUR - IAD

DURIAD

Durban King Shaka Intl

Tue 7/14

6:40 pm-8:40 am

1 stop44h 00m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 11/3

10:30 am-5:10 pm

1 stop23h 40m

$1,513

DurbanWashington, D.C.

DUR - IAD

DURIAD

Durban King Shaka Intl

Tue 7/14

12:05 pm-3:40 pm

2 stops33h 35m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 11/3

6:04 am-10:55 am

3 stops45h 51m

$1,591

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from South Africa to District of Columbia

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What is the cheapest month to fly to District of Columbia?

In general, May is the cheapest month to fly from South Africa to District of Columbia. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $657. If you don’t want to visit District of Columbia in May, then you should wait until November to fly from South Africa, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $674.

What is the cheapest South Africa to District of Columbia flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight from South Africa to District of Columbia?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to District of Columbia from South Africa when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to District of Columbia for around $1,010 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to District of Columbia from South Africa for as low as $956 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on South Africa to District of Columbia flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on South Africa to District of Columbia flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on South Africa to District of Columbia flights?

You could potentially save up to 41% on your flight if you consider stops on a South Africa to District of Columbia flight.

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Best Price Found	$950
Fastest flight time	15h 30m
Direct flights	Mon, Wed and Sat
Airports in District of Columbia	2 airports

The best one-way flight to District of Columbia from South Africa in the past 72 hours is $950. The best round-trip flight deal from South Africa to District of Columbia found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,051.

The fastest flight from South Africa to District of Columbia takes 15h 30m

Direct flights go from South Africa to District of Columbia on Monday, Wednesday and Saturday. The only airline offering direct flights is United Airlines.

There are 2 airports in District of Columbia. From South Africa there are direct flights to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD).

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Frequently asked questions about flying from South Africa to District of Columbia

When did momondo last update prices for flights from South Africa to District of Columbia?
Prices for flights from South Africa to District of Columbia refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from South Africa to District of Columbia?
As of July 2026, there are 6 operators available to choose from for flights from South Africa to District of Columbia.
How old do you have to be to fly from South Africa to District of Columbia?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from South Africa to District of Columbia.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to District of Columbia?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to District of Columbia may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at District of Columbia. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from South Africa to District of Columbia?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from South Africa to District of Columbia is Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner, representing 80.49% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Airbus A350-900 at 12.20% and Airbus A220-300 at 7.32%.

Best airlines flying from South Africa to District of Columbia

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom $817	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,471 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $876	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,915 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $914	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 8,087 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Delta	PriceFrom $920	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,452 reviews	Search Delta flights
KLM	PriceFrom $931	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 1,532 reviews	Search KLM flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $1,046	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 3,738 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Emirates	PriceFrom $1,120	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 3,605 reviews	Search Emirates flights

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