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 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.

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 172 minutes.

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 38% 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.

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

RwandAir, Turkish Airlines, and Qatar Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Washington, D.C. to South Africa

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 23h 05m 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 24h 30m.

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.

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

As of March 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

9:50 am - 9:45 am

JNB

IAD

29h 55m

1 stop

$831Etihad Airways

Wed, May 13 - Fri, Jun 12

3:10 pm - 8:20 am

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JNB

35h 10m

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9:50 am - 9:45 am

JNB

IAD

29h 55m

1 stop

$846Etihad Airways

Wed, Sep 9 - Wed, Sep 16

3:10 pm - 8:15 am

IAD

JNB

35h 05m

1 stop

9:45 am - 9:45 am

JNB

IAD

30h 00m

1 stop

$856Etihad Airways

Wed, Apr 22 - Sun, Apr 26

9:45 pm - 11:50 am

IAD

CPT

32h 05m

1 stop

4:35 pm - 11:35 am

CPT

IAD

25h 00m

1 stop

$947Turkish Airlines

Sun, Aug 30 - Tue, Sep 8

9:45 pm - 11:50 am

IAD

CPT

32h 05m

1 stop

4:35 pm - 11:35 am

CPT

IAD

25h 00m

1 stop

$949Turkish Airlines

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11:41 am - 8:50 am

BWI

JNB

39h 09m

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2:45 pm - 12:06 am

JNB

BWI

39h 21m

2 stops

$1,308Qatar Airways

Thu, Apr 30 - Thu, May 7

11:41 am - 8:50 am

BWI

JNB

39h 09m

2 stops

8:40 pm - 11:56 pm

JNB

BWI

33h 16m

2 stops

$1,323Qatar Airways

Wed, May 6 - Wed, May 13

6:30 pm - 10:15 am

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CPT

33h 45m

2 stops

7:30 pm - 6:59 pm

CPT

DCA

29h 29m

2 stops

$1,464JetBlue

Wed, Sep 9 - Wed, Sep 30

2:10 pm - 5:50 pm

BWI

CPT

21h 40m

1 stop

8:05 pm - 1:06 pm

CPT

BWI

23h 01m

1 stop

$1,624Delta

Sat, Aug 29 - Fri, Sep 11

1:00 pm - 9:25 pm

BWI

CPT

26h 25m

2 stops

8:05 pm - 9:56 am

CPT

BWI

19h 51m

1 stop

$1,665Delta

Sun, Aug 30 - Fri, Sep 11

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May 13

IAD3:10 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

35h 05m

1 stop

JNB8:15 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Jun 12

JNB9:50 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

29h 55m

1 stop

IAD9:45 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$831

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Sep 9

IAD3:10 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

35h 10m

1 stop

JNB8:20 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Sep 16

JNB9:50 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

29h 55m

1 stop

IAD9:45 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$846

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Apr 22

IAD3:10 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

35h 05m

1 stop

JNB8:15 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Apr 26

JNB9:45 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

30h 00m

1 stop

IAD9:45 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$856

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Sep 9

DCA6:30 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

33h 45m

2 stops

CPT10:15 amCape Town Intl

Sep 30

CPT7:30 pmCape Town Intl

29h 29m

2 stops

DCA6:59 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

$1,464

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Apr 4

DCA6:00 amWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

27h 50m

2 stops

JNB3:50 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

Apr 12

JNB8:55 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

32h 04m

2 stops

DCA10:59 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

$1,623

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Apr 1

IAD9:00 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

31h 15m

1 stop

CPT10:15 amCape Town Intl

Apr 7

CPT1:15 pmCape Town Intl

32h 25m

1 stop

IAD3:40 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

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3:10 pm-8:20 am

1 stop35h 10m

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1 stop35h 05m

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1 stop30h 00m

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9:45 pm-11:50 am

1 stop32h 05m

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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

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11:41 am-8:50 am

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2:45 pm-12:06 am

2 stops39h 21m

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11:41 am-8:50 am

2 stops39h 09m

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Wed 5/13

8:40 pm-11:56 pm

2 stops33h 16m

$1,323

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DCA - CPT

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Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

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6:30 pm-10:15 am

2 stops33h 45m

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7:30 pm-6:59 pm

2 stops29h 29m

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2:10 pm-5:50 pm

1 stop21h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 9/11

8:05 pm-1:06 pm

1 stop23h 01m

$1,624

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1:00 pm-9:25 pm

2 stops26h 25m

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8:05 pm-9:56 am

1 stop19h 51m

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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	$1,188
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. in the past 72 hours is $1,188. 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 25m

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 March 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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Delta	PriceFrom $685	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,341 reviews	Search Delta flights
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