JNB - WAS

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Cheapest return flight
R15 829
Typical prices: R14 979-R19 439
Virgin Atlantic
Mon 19/11Tue 4/12
JNB - IAD • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
R9 847
Typical prices: R10 464-R15 466
Qatar Airways
Thu 6/12
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 720 (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.

Sat, Apr 10 - Sat, May 15
Ethiopian Air Logo
14:30 - 8:55JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
24h 25m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:55 - 13:30IAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
20h 35m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
R15 562Ethiopian Air
Thu, Nov 19 - Fri, Dec 4
Virgin Atlantic Logo
21:40 - 17:40JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
27h 00m1 stop London Heathrow
Virgin Atlantic Logo
17:00 - 19:10IAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
19h 10m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
R15 862Virgin Atlantic
Wed, Nov 18 - Thu, Dec 31
Virgin Atlantic Logo
21:40 - 17:00JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
26h 20m1 stop London Heathrow
Virgin Atlantic Logo
17:00 - 19:10IAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
19h 10m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
R15 862Virgin Atlantic
Sat, Feb 27 - Sat, Mar 20
Ethiopian Air Logo
14:30 - 8:00JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
24h 30m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino
Ethiopian Air Logo
11:00 - 13:30IAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
20h 30m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
R15 912Ethiopian Air
Thu, Jan 28 - Sun, Jan 31
United Airlines Logo
22:00 - 14:30JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
23h 30m1 stop Newark
United Airlines Logo
16:05 - 18:35DCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
19h 30m1 stop Newark
R16 195United Airlines
Sun, Apr 11 - Sun, Apr 18
United Airlines Logo
22:00 - 15:18JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
23h 18m1 stop Newark
United Airlines Logo
15:00 - 18:30DCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
21h 30m1 stop Newark
R16 195United Airlines
Fri, Feb 26 - Sat, Mar 20
Turkish Airlines Logo
0:20 - 19:25JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
26h 05m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
14:30 - 22:25IAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
25h 55m1 stop Istanbul
R16 229Turkish Airlines
Thu, Nov 19 - Thu, Dec 3
Delta Logo
21:40 - 22:03JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
31h 23m2 stops London Heathrow Boston Logan Intl
Delta Logo
6:59 - 19:10DCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
29h 11m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
R16 762Delta
Wed, Dec 23 - Thu, Dec 31
Delta Logo
21:40 - 17:00JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
26h 20m1 stop London Heathrow
Delta Logo
13:50 - 19:10IAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
22h 20m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
R16 762Delta
Fri, Feb 26 - Thu, Mar 18
Turkish Airlines Logo
0:20 - 19:25JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
26h 05m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
14:30 - 22:25IAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
25h 55m1 stop Istanbul
R17 245Turkish Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Washington, D.C. flights

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

Return flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Washington, D.C. typically range from R14 979 to R19 439. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R15 829 on Virgin Atlantic.

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 894 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 746 return.
•August (R18 528) and June (R18 411) 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

R9 847
Beat the crowds with an average 51% drop in travellers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 44% increase in travellers.
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 979 to R19 439, with an average of R16 759 over the past 12 months. Anything below R14 979 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 759. Booking late can sometimes save you money, but availability is limited.

  • Have flight prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Washington, D.C. changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about R15 829 to R107 325. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

  • 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 lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R11 987, which is 8% below the typical average for this route.

  • 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 R1 179:

    • Sixt
    • Dollar
    • Thrifty
    • Hertz
    • Alamo

    Near Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (IAD) – daily rates from around R1 159:

    • 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 995 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at R18 095, a difference of R2 099.

    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 995, which is about R2 099 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 746 return in that month – typically R3 782 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).

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