What is the cheapest airline that flies from Virginia to South Africa?

Egyptair, Qatar Airways, and Etihad Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Virginia to South Africa

How many flights depart from Virginia to South Africa on average per week?

As of August 2025, there are 3 flights per week flying from Virginia to South Africa. The most common day of the week flights depart is Mon, with 33% of flights taking off on this day.

How long is the flight from Virginia to South Africa?

The flight from Virginia to South Africa depends on which airports you’re departing and arriving from and whether or not you have a layover. If you fly from Norfolk (a popular airport in Virginia) to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (the most popular airport in South Africa), then the flight time is 30h 53m on average. If you fly from Newport News (another popular airport in Virginia) to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, then the average flight time is 34h 34m.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Virginia to South Africa?

Prices for flights from Virginia to South Africa are updated daily.

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There are 12 operators available for flights from Virginia to South Africa as of August 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly from Virginia to South Africa?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Virginia 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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1:30 pm - 10:35 amIAD-JNB

39h 05m1 stop

5:55 pm - 7:45 pmJNB-IAD

31h 50m1 stop

$820Turkish Airlines

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Wed, Sep 3 - Fri, Oct 3

10:10 pm - 10:50 amIAD-JNB

30h 40m1 stop

7:10 pm - 7:15 pmJNB-IAD

31h 05m1 stop

$824Turkish Airlines

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Tue, Oct 28 - Tue, Nov 4

7:25 pm - 9:25 amIAD-JNB

32h 00m1 stop

10:00 pm - 3:35 pmJNB-IAD

24h 35m1 stop

$897British Airways

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Tue, Sep 2 - Sun, Nov 2

5:50 pm - 9:25 amIAD-JNB

33h 35m1 stop

10:00 pm - 7:55 pmJNB-IAD

28h 55m1 stop

$900British Airways

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Tue, Sep 2 - Sun, Nov 2

12:30 pm - 1:35 pmIAD-CPT

66h 05m3 stops

7:20 am - 11:53 amCPT-IAD

35h 33m2 stops

$938

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Mon, Jan 26 - Tue, Feb 10

10:55 am - 1:05 pmIAD-JNB

20h 10m1 stop

2:30 pm - 8:55 amJNB-IAD

24h 25m2 stops

$947Ethiopian Air

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Thu, Aug 21 - Thu, Sep 11

10:05 pm - 8:20 amIAD-JNB

28h 15m1 stop

9:50 am - 4:10 pmJNB-IAD

36h 20m1 stop

$950Etihad Airways

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9:20 pm - 3:55 amIAD-JNB

24h 35m2 stops

2:30 pm - 8:55 amJNB-IAD

24h 25m2 stops

$951Ethiopian Air

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Thu, Sep 18 - Thu, Sep 25

1:30 pm - 10:35 amIAD-JNB

39h 05m1 stop

7:30 am - 11:45 amJNB-IAD

34h 15m2 stops

$965

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Wed, Sep 3 - Fri, Oct 3

11:17 am - 8:20 amRDU-JNB

39h 03m2 stops

9:50 am - 11:02 pmJNB-RDU

43h 12m2 stops

$1,292Etihad Airways

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United Airlines flights from Virginia to South Africa

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United Airlines

Aug 21

DCA10:00 amWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

25h 45m

1 stop

JNB5:45 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

Sep 4

JNB9:20 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

26h 22m

1 stop

DCA5:42 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

$972

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Aug 21

DCA4:25 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

19h 20m

1 stop

JNB5:45 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

Sep 4

JNB3:05 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

24h 31m

2 stops

DCA9:36 amWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

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Aug 6

IAD5:25 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

18h 20m

1 stop

JNB5:45 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

Aug 19

JNB10:25 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

25h 15m

1 stop

IAD5:40 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$982

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Delta

Aug 10

DCA9:00 amWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

28h 40m

1 stop

JNB7:40 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

Aug 24

JNB9:55 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

25h 33m

1 stop

DCA5:28 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

$1,350

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Aug 6

DCA4:00 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

21h 40m

1 stop

JNB7:40 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

Aug 24

JNB9:55 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

25h 14m

2 stops

DCA5:09 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

$1,354

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Delta

Aug 5

DCA8:46 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

40h 54m

1 stop

JNB7:40 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

Aug 24

JNB9:55 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

26h 38m

1 stop

DCA6:33 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

$1,356

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IADJNB

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 9/3

1:30 pm-10:35 am

1 stop39h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 10/3

5:55 pm-7:45 pm

1 stop31h 50m

$820

Washington, D.C.Johannesburg

IAD - JNB

IADJNB

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 10/28

10:10 pm-10:50 am

1 stop30h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 11/4

7:10 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop31h 05m

$824

Washington, D.C.Johannesburg

IAD - JNB

IADJNB

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 9/2

7:25 pm-9:25 am

1 stop32h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 11/2

10:00 pm-3:35 pm

1 stop24h 35m

$897

Washington, D.C.Johannesburg

IAD - JNB

IADJNB

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 9/2

5:50 pm-9:25 am

1 stop33h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 11/2

10:00 pm-7:55 pm

1 stop28h 55m

$900

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 1/26

12:30 pm-1:35 pm

3 stops66h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 2/10

7:20 am-11:53 am

2 stops35h 33m

$938

Washington, D.C.Johannesburg

IAD - JNB

IADJNB

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 8/21

10:55 am-1:05 pm

1 stop20h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 9/11

2:30 pm-8:55 am

2 stops24h 25m

$947

Washington, D.C.Johannesburg

IAD - JNB

IADJNB

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 10/3

10:05 pm-8:20 am

1 stop28h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 10/20

9:50 am-4:10 pm

1 stop36h 20m

$950

Washington, D.C.Johannesburg

IAD - JNB

IADJNB

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 9/18

9:20 pm-3:55 am

2 stops24h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 9/25

2:30 pm-8:55 am

2 stops24h 25m

$951

Washington, D.C.Johannesburg

IAD - JNB

IADJNB

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 9/3

1:30 pm-10:35 am

1 stop39h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 10/3

7:30 am-11:45 am

2 stops34h 15m

$965

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RDU - JNB

RDUJNB

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 9/18

11:17 am-8:20 am

2 stops39h 03m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 10/3

9:50 am-11:02 pm

2 stops43h 12m

$1,292

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What is the cheapest month to fly to South Africa?

In general, February is the cheapest month to fly from Virginia to South Africa. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $1,400. The month of April is another great option to travel to South Africa, with average flight prices from Virginia averaging around $1,436.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to South Africa?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to South Africa is on a Tuesday when prices can be found for as low as $1,624. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Thursday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to South Africa on Thursday is $3,347.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to South Africa?

The cheapest time of day to fly to South Africa is in the morning when flights can be purchased for as low as $1,521. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to South Africa is in the afternoon when prices are around $1,887.

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Best Price Found	$466
Fastest flight time	17h 30m
Direct flights	Tue, Fri and Sun
Airports in South Africa	4 airports

The best one-way flight to South Africa from Virginia in the past 72 hours is $466. The best round-trip flight deal from Virginia to South Africa found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $820.

The fastest flight from Virginia to South Africa takes 17h 30m

Direct flights go from Virginia to South Africa on Tuesday, Friday and Sunday. The only airline offering direct flights is United Airlines.

There are 4 airports near South Africa: Durban King Shaka Intl (DUR), Cape Town Intl (CPT), Johannesburg Lanseria (HLA), Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB)

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Virginia to South Africa?
Prices for flights from Virginia to South Africa are updated daily.
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There are 12 operators available for flights from Virginia to South Africa as of August 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from Virginia to South Africa?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Virginia 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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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Virginia to South Africa

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What is the cheapest month to fly to South Africa?

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to South Africa?

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to South Africa?

The cheapest time of day to fly to South Africa is in the morning when flights can be purchased for as low as $1,521. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to South Africa is in the afternoon when prices are around $1,887.

Can stopping save me money on Virginia to South Africa flights?

You could potentially save up to 5% on your flight if you consider stops on a Virginia to South Africa flight.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Virginia to South Africa?

Egyptair, Qatar Airways, and Etihad Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Virginia to South Africa

How many flights depart from Virginia to South Africa on average per week?

As of August 2025, there are 3 flights per week flying from Virginia to South Africa. The most common day of the week flights depart is Mon, with 33% of flights taking off on this day.

How long is the flight from Virginia to South Africa?

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