JNB - WAS

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Cheapest return flight
R14 455
Typical prices: R14 801-R19 208
Multiple Airlines
Mon 5/2Thu 3/5
JNB - IAD • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
R10 652
Typical prices: R10 339-R15 283
Turkish Airlines
Thu 20/12
JNB - IAD • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and Washington, D.C.. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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JNB - IAD
Cheapest • 1% average savings
JNB - DCA
Most popular
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When to book
19 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 19 weeks in advance save around 3% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
November
Cheapest • 12% price drop
November
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH)
Cheapest • Avg R14 545 (return)
Cape Town Intl (CPT)
Shortest trip • 19h 56m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Johannesburg to Washington, D.C. (JNB-WAS)

 
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Recent return flight deals from OR Tambo to Washington, D.C.

Fri, Feb 5 - Mon, May 3
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19:35 - 15:40JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
27h 05m1 stop London Heathrow
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22:25 - 9:25IAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
29h 00m1 stop London Heathrow
R14 455Multiple Airlines
Sat, Apr 3 - Sat, Apr 17
Ethiopian Air Logo
14:30 - 8:55JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
24h 25m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino
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10:55 - 13:30IAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
20h 35m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
R15 278Ethiopian Air
Tue, Nov 17 - Tue, Nov 24
Ethiopian Air Logo
14:30 - 8:00JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
24h 30m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino
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10:00 - 13:30IAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
20h 30m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
R15 295Ethiopian Air
Wed, Dec 2 - Thu, Dec 31
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21:40 - 16:31JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
25h 51m2 stops London Heathrow New York John F Kennedy Intl
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14:00 - 19:10DCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
22h 10m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
R15 361Virgin Atlantic
Sun, Mar 28 - Sat, Apr 17
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20:15 - 20:40JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
30h 25m1 stop London Heathrow
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10:05 - 19:40IAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
27h 35m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
R15 476Virgin Atlantic
Tue, Nov 10 - Fri, Nov 13
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19:35 - 19:55JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
31h 20m1 stop London Heathrow
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21:45 - 10:25IAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
29h 40m1 stop London Heathrow
R16 019British Airways
Mon, Mar 29 - Sun, Apr 18
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21:55 - 11:59JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
20h 04m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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7:00 - 19:40IAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
30h 40m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
R16 036Delta
Sun, Mar 28 - Sat, Apr 17
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21:55 - 18:14JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
26h 19m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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12:59 - 19:40DCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
24h 41m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
R16 036Delta
Fri, Feb 5 - Mon, May 3
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19:35 - 17:05JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-BWI Baltimore/Washington
28h 30m1 stop London Heathrow
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18:40 - 9:25BWI  Baltimore/Washington-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
32h 45m1 stop London Heathrow
R16 134Multiple Airlines
Thu, Nov 12 - Tue, Nov 17
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19:35 - 19:55JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
31h 20m1 stop London Heathrow
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21:45 - 10:25IAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
29h 40m1 stop London Heathrow
R16 464British Airways
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Washington, D.C. flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

What is the cheapest Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Washington, D.C. flight route?

There's little price difference between Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Washington, D.C. routes. They average around R16 693 return, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Washington, D.C.?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Washington, D.C.. It’s 5% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 7% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Washington, D.C.?

•November is the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Washington, D.C. at R14 570 return.
•August (R18 308) and June (R18 192) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 25% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Washington, D.C. the cheapest?

Flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Washington, D.C. are cheapest 19 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 3% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Washington, D.C. flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

R10 652
Beat the crowds with an average 51% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 44% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport

When to book flights from OR Tambo to Washington, D.C.

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from OR Tambo to Washington, D.C. based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Washington, D.C. flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Washington, D.C.?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Washington, D.C.:

    • Economy class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Washington, D.C.?

    A direct flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Washington, D.C. takes 00m, covering 20 999 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Washington, D.C.?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Washington, D.C. flight?

    Return flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Washington, D.C. range from R14 801 to R19 208, with an average of R16 559 over the past 12 months. Anything below R14 801 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Washington, D.C. flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) are 2% below the route average of R16 559. Booking late can sometimes save you money, but availability is limited.

  • How are flight prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Washington, D.C. looking right now?

    One-way fares from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Washington, D.C. are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about R12 749.

  • What car hire options are available in Washington, D.C.?

    Since Washington, D.C. is served by multiple airports, car hire options and rates can vary depending on which one you fly into.
    Near Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport (DCA) – daily rates from around R403:

    • Sixt
    • Dollar
    • Thrifty
    • Hertz
    • Alamo

    Near Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (IAD) – daily rates from around R392:

    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Budget
    • Sixt
    • Thrifty

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Washington, D.C.?

    Flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Washington, D.C. usually depart from Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB) and may arrive at several airports in Washington, D.C. area, including Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA) and Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Washington, D.C. pass through?

    One-stop flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Washington, D.C. most commonly connect through:

    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 19% of one-stop connections
    • Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) – 13% of one-stop connections
    • London Heathrow (LHR) – 13% of one-stop connections
    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) – 13% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Washington, D.C.?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 12% on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Washington, D.C.. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at R15 805 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at R17 880, a difference of R2 074.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Washington, D.C.?

    Flying via Cape Town Intl (CPT) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 19h 56m, compared to 19h 58m via Newark (EWR) and 21h 29m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

  • What is the time difference between Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and Washington, D.C.?

    Washington, D.C. is 6 hours behind Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (Eastern Time vs South Africa Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Your guide to booking Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Washington, D.C. flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Tuesday flights average R15 805, about R2 074 less than Friday fares (12% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 19 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 3% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Washington, D.C. trip for November. Fares historically average R14 570 return in that month – typically R3 737 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).

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