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 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. 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.

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 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 173 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 Baltimore (a popular airport in Washington, D.C.) to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (the most popular airport in South Africa), then the flight time is 18h 38m on average. If you fly from Washington, D.C. (another popular airport in Washington, D.C.) to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, then the average flight time is 20h 12m.

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

Egyptair, Etihad Airways, and Qatar Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Washington, D.C. to South Africa

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

As of February 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.

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 February 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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JNB

30h 45m

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5:50 pm - 11:35 am

JNB

IAD

23h 45m

1 stop

$846Turkish Airlines

Sun, May 3 - Tue, May 12

1:20 pm - 10:30 am

IAD

JNB

39h 10m

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6:00 pm - 11:35 am

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IAD

23h 35m

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$847Turkish Airlines

Tue, Apr 7 - Fri, Apr 17

2:35 pm - 8:20 am

IAD

JNB

34h 45m

1 stop

9:50 am - 9:05 am

JNB

IAD

30h 15m

1 stop

$851Etihad Airways

Wed, Feb 18 - Wed, Feb 25

3:35 pm - 8:20 am

IAD

JNB

34h 45m

1 stop

9:50 am - 9:45 am

JNB

IAD

29h 55m

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$852Etihad Airways

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6:00 pm - 6:00 pm

DCA

CPT

17h 00m

1 stop

8:50 pm - 10:29 am

CPT

DCA

20h 39m

1 stop

$1,355United Airlines

Sun, Feb 22 - Mon, Mar 2

10:33 am - 7:15 pm

BWI

CPT

25h 42m

1 stop

9:30 pm - 11:54 am

CPT

BWI

21h 24m

1 stop

$1,355Delta

Sun, Feb 22 - Mon, Mar 2

5:30 pm - 7:15 pm

BWI

CPT

18h 45m

1 stop

9:30 pm - 11:01 pm

CPT

BWI

31h 31m

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$1,360Delta

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11:00 am - 9:55 pm

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CPT

28h 55m

2 stops

11:15 pm - 10:37 pm

CPT

DCA

29h 22m

2 stops

$1,393KLM

Mon, Mar 23 - Mon, Mar 30

7:22 pm - 3:35 pm

BWI

JNB

38h 13m

2 stops

12:45 pm - 12:41 am

JNB

BWI

41h 56m

2 stops

$1,420Qatar Airways

Tue, Mar 10 - Tue, Mar 24

11:31 am - 8:50 am

BWI

JNB

39h 19m

2 stops

2:45 pm - 11:49 pm

JNB

BWI

39h 04m

2 stops

$1,421Qatar Airways

Mon, May 4 - Tue, May 12

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

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May 3

IAD9:45 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

30h 45m

1 stop

JNB10:30 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

May 12

JNB5:50 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

23h 45m

1 stop

IAD11:35 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$846

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Apr 7

IAD1:20 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

39h 10m

1 stop

JNB10:30 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Apr 17

JNB6:00 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

23h 35m

1 stop

IAD11:35 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$847

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May 4

IAD9:45 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

30h 45m

1 stop

JNB10:30 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

May 12

JNB5:50 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

32h 00m

1 stop

IAD7:50 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$857

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Feb 18

IAD2:35 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

34h 45m

1 stop

JNB8:20 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Feb 25

JNB9:50 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

30h 15m

1 stop

IAD9:05 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$851

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Mar 23

IAD3:35 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

34h 45m

1 stop

JNB8:20 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Apr 10

JNB9:50 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

29h 55m

1 stop

IAD9:45 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$852

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Apr 29

IAD3:10 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

35h 10m

1 stop

JNB8:20 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

May 8

JNB9:50 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

29h 55m

1 stop

IAD9:45 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$854

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9:45 pm-10:30 am

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5:50 pm-11:35 am

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1:20 pm-10:30 am

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6:00 pm-11:35 am

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2:35 pm-8:20 am

1 stop34h 45m

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9:50 am-9:05 am

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3:35 pm-8:20 am

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1 stop29h 55m

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6:00 pm-6:00 pm

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8:50 pm-10:29 am

1 stop20h 39m

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10:33 am-7:15 pm

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9:30 pm-11:54 am

1 stop21h 24m

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5:30 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop18h 45m

Cape Town Intl

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9:30 pm-11:01 pm

2 stops31h 31m

$1,360

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Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 3/23

11:00 am-9:55 pm

2 stops28h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 3/30

11:15 pm-10:37 pm

2 stops29h 22m

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Tue 3/10

7:22 pm-3:35 pm

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Tue 3/24

12:45 pm-12:41 am

2 stops41h 56m

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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 $1,012. The month of September is another great option to travel to South Africa, with average flight prices from Washington, D.C. averaging around $1,022.

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 $1,173 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 $1,125 on momondo.

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Best Price Found	$922
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 $922. The best round-trip flight deal from Washington, D.C. to South Africa found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,341.

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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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Washington, D.C. to South Africa?
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As of February 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 8,173 reviews	Search Delta flights
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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 173 minutes.

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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.

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.

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

As of February 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.

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