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

Historically, on average around 36% 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 177 minutes.

How long is the flight from Washington, D.C. to South Africa?

The flight from Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. (a popular airport in Washington, D.C.) to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (the most popular airport in South Africa), then the flight time is 19h 10m on average. If you fly from Baltimore (another popular airport in Washington, D.C.) to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, then the average flight time is 19h 30m.

How many flights depart from Washington, D.C. to South Africa on average per week?

As of April 2026, 3 flights take off from Washington, D.C. and land in South Africa each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Mon, with 33% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

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

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

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

Monday 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 airlines fly to South Africa?

Ethiopian Air, United Airlines and Delta are the top three most popular airlines that fly to South Africa from Washington, D.C. according to our data. Ethiopian Air is the first choice among our users, with 37% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to South Africa. Keep in mind that there are 12 different airlines that fly to South Africa on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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 36% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Washington, D.C. to South Africa?

Prices for flights from Washington, D.C. to South Africa are updated daily.

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As of April 2026, there are 12 operators available to choose from for flights from Washington, D.C. to South Africa.

How old do you have to be to fly from Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. to South Africa.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to South Africa?

The required travel and health documents for your South Africa trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at South Africa. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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3:10 pm - 8:15 am

IAD

JNB

35h 05m

1 stop

9:45 am - 9:45 am

JNB

IAD

30h 00m

1 stop

$830Etihad Airways

Wed, May 6 - Wed, May 20

2:05 pm - 8:15 am

IAD

JNB

36h 10m

1 stop

9:45 am - 9:45 am

JNB

IAD

30h 00m

1 stop

$836Etihad Airways

Thu, Apr 30 - Wed, May 13

9:45 pm - 11:50 am

IAD

CPT

32h 05m

1 stop

4:35 pm - 11:35 am

CPT

IAD

25h 00m

1 stop

$943Turkish Airlines

Sun, May 3 - Tue, Jun 16

9:45 pm - 11:50 am

IAD

CPT

32h 05m

1 stop

4:35 pm - 11:35 am

CPT

IAD

25h 00m

1 stop

$964Turkish Airlines

Sun, May 3 - Tue, Jun 16

11:41 am - 8:50 am

BWI

JNB

39h 09m

2 stops

2:45 pm - 11:56 pm

JNB

BWI

39h 11m

2 stops

$1,301Qatar Airways

Tue, Apr 21 - Tue, Apr 28

11:41 am - 8:50 am

BWI

JNB

39h 09m

2 stops

2:45 pm - 12:06 am

JNB

BWI

39h 21m

2 stops

$1,307Qatar Airways

Thu, Apr 30 - Thu, May 7

10:55 am - 4:35 pm

IAD

DUR

23h 40m

1 stop

6:40 pm - 8:40 am

DUR

IAD

44h 00m

1 stop

$1,456Emirates

Fri, May 15 - Fri, May 22

10:55 am - 7:50 pm

IAD

DUR

50h 55m

2 stops

6:40 pm - 8:40 am

DUR

IAD

44h 00m

1 stop

$1,462Emirates

Sun, May 10 - Fri, Jul 10

12:15 pm - 5:50 pm

BWI

CPT

23h 35m

1 stop

8:05 pm - 9:56 am

CPT

BWI

19h 51m

1 stop

$1,674Delta

Mon, Aug 31 - Fri, Sep 11

6:10 pm - 5:50 pm

BWI

CPT

17h 40m

1 stop

8:05 pm - 11:41 am

CPT

BWI

21h 36m

2 stops

$1,679Delta

Thu, Sep 17 - Tue, Sep 29

Kenya Airways flights from Washington, D.C. to South Africa

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May 2

IAD6:50 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

58h 05m

2 stops

JNB10:55 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

May 12

JNB12:10 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

36h 43m

2 stops

IAD6:53 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,012

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May 12

DCA11:00 amWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

22h 50m

2 stops

JNB3:50 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

May 19

JNB5:00 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

30h 07m

2 stops

DCA5:07 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

$1,062

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Sep 2

DCA5:00 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

40h 50m

2 stops

JNB3:50 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

Sep 13

JNB5:00 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

31h 11m

2 stops

DCA6:11 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

$1,063

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May 16

IAD12:00 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

37h 10m

1 stop

JNB7:10 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

May 31

JNB9:45 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

37h 25m

1 stop

IAD5:10 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,023

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Sep 5

IAD12:00 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

37h 10m

1 stop

JNB7:10 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Sep 20

JNB9:45 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

37h 25m

1 stop

IAD5:10 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,038

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Sep 12

IAD12:00 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

37h 10m

1 stop

JNB7:10 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Sep 27

JNB9:45 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

37h 25m

1 stop

IAD5:10 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,049

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Wed 5/6

3:10 pm-8:15 am

1 stop35h 05m

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Thu 4/30

2:05 pm-8:15 am

1 stop36h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

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9:45 am-9:45 am

1 stop30h 00m

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Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

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Sun 5/3

9:45 pm-11:50 am

1 stop32h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 6/16

4:35 pm-11:35 am

1 stop25h 00m

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9:45 pm-11:50 am

1 stop32h 05m

Cape Town Intl

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4:35 pm-11:35 am

1 stop25h 00m

$964

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BWIJNB

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Tue 4/21

11:41 am-8:50 am

2 stops39h 09m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 4/28

2:45 pm-11:56 pm

2 stops39h 11m

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Thu 4/30

11:41 am-8:50 am

2 stops39h 09m

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Thu 5/7

2:45 pm-12:06 am

2 stops39h 21m

$1,307

Washington, D.C.Durban

IAD - DUR

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Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 5/15

10:55 am-4:35 pm

1 stop23h 40m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Fri 5/22

6:40 pm-8:40 am

1 stop44h 00m

$1,456

Washington, D.C.Durban

IAD - DUR

IADDUR

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 5/10

10:55 am-7:50 pm

2 stops50h 55m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Fri 7/10

6:40 pm-8:40 am

1 stop44h 00m

$1,462

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BWI - CPT

BWICPT

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 8/31

12:15 pm-5:50 pm

1 stop23h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 9/11

8:05 pm-9:56 am

1 stop19h 51m

$1,674

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Thu 9/17

6:10 pm-5:50 pm

1 stop17h 40m

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Tue 9/29

8:05 pm-11:41 am

2 stops21h 36m

$1,679

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What is the cheapest month to fly to South Africa?

In general, February is the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. to South Africa. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $993. The month of January is another great option to travel to South Africa, with average flight prices from Washington, D.C. averaging around $995.

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

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How far in advance should I book a flight to South Africa?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to South Africa from Washington, D.C. when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to South Africa for around $1,153 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. for as low as $1,009 on momondo.

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Best Price Found	$1,199
Fastest flight time	14h 30m
Direct flights	Tue, Fri and Sun
Airports in South Africa	65 airports

The best one-way flight to South Africa from Washington, D.C. in the past 72 hours is $1,199. The best round-trip flight deal from Washington, D.C. to South Africa found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,411.

The fastest flight from Washington, D.C. to South Africa takes 14h 30m

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

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

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As of April 2026, there are 12 operators available to choose from for flights from Washington, D.C. to South Africa.
How old do you have to be to fly from Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. to South Africa.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to South Africa?
The required travel and health documents for your South Africa trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at South Africa. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
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Based on momondo bookings for flights between Washington, D.C. and South Africa, the leading plane model is Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner, making up 100.00% of the total bookings.

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Delta	PriceFrom $685	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,366 reviews	Search Delta flights
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