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Cheapest return flight
R15 065
Typical prices: R14 652-R18 800
Turkish Airlines
Sun 11/11Mon 19/11
JNB - IAD • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
R9 393
Typical prices: R10 084-R15 298
Qatar Airways
Tue 30/10
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 - DCA
Cheapest • 2% average savings
JNB - IAD
Most popular
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When to book
5 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 5 weeks in advance save around 3% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
November
Cheapest • 10% price drop
November
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH)
Cheapest • Avg R14 384 (return)
Newark (EWR)
Shortest trip • 19h 28m (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.

Wed, Nov 11 - Thu, Nov 19
Turkish Airlines Logo
0:20 - 11:45JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
42h 25m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
13:30 - 22:25IAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
25h 55m1 stop Istanbul
R15 065Turkish Airlines
Tue, Oct 27 - Mon, Nov 2
Ethiopian Air Logo
14:30 - 9:00JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
24h 30m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:00 - 13:30IAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
20h 30m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
R15 245Ethiopian Air
Tue, Oct 27 - Mon, Nov 2
Ethiopian Air Logo
23:00 - 20:05JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
27h 05m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Lome
Ethiopian Air Logo
20:50 - 3:55IAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
24h 05m2 stops Lome Addis Ababa Bole
R15 245Ethiopian Air
Wed, Dec 16 - Mon, Dec 28
Virgin Atlantic Logo
21:40 - 17:00JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
26h 20m1 stop London Heathrow
Virgin Atlantic Logo
13:14 - 19:10IAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
22h 56m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
R15 261Virgin Atlantic
Tue, Oct 27 - Mon, Nov 2
Virgin Atlantic Logo
21:40 - 18:00JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
26h 20m1 stop London Heathrow
Virgin Atlantic Logo
18:12 - 19:10IAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
17h 58m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
R15 261Virgin Atlantic
Tue, Oct 27 - Mon, Nov 2
Turkish Airlines Logo
18:50 - 12:45JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
23h 55m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
22:20 - 22:25IAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
41h 05m1 stop Istanbul
R15 540Turkish Airlines
Sun, Nov 8 - Sun, Nov 29
United Airlines Logo
22:00 - 11:44JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
20h 44m1 stop Newark
United Airlines Logo
17:50 - 18:35IAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
17h 45m1 stop Newark
R15 671United Airlines
Thu, Nov 5 - Wed, Nov 25
United Airlines Logo
22:00 - 11:44JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
20h 44m1 stop Newark
United Airlines Logo
17:50 - 18:35IAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
17h 45m1 stop Newark
R15 671United Airlines
Mon, Mar 1 - Wed, Mar 10
British Airways Logo
19:35 - 15:40JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
27h 05m1 stop London Heathrow
British Airways Logo
21:55 - 10:25IAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
29h 30m1 stop London Heathrow
R15 704British Airways
Mon, Mar 1 - Wed, Mar 10
British Airways Logo
22:00 - 17:05JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-BWI Baltimore/Washington
26h 05m1 stop London Heathrow
British Airways Logo
18:55 - 10:25BWI  Baltimore/Washington-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
32h 30m1 stop London Heathrow
R17 343British Airways
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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. start at R15 065. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from R14 652 to R18 800. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R15 065 on Turkish Airlines.

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 R15 953 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.?

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Washington, D.C. and is 5% cheaper than the average day. Saturday is the most expensive day with flight prices 8% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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 557 return.
•August (R18 261) and June (R18 081) 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 prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Washington, D.C. the cheapest?

Flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Washington, D.C. are cheapest 5 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 393
Best time to beat the crowds (6% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 10% lower on average.
Flights 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 route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • 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 0h 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 652 to R18 800, with an average of R16 201 over the past 12 months. Anything below R14 652 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 2 weeks of departure) run 1% below the route average of R16 201. Booking late can sometimes save money on this route, but inventory 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 lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R11 555, 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 R372:

    • Sixt
    • Dollar
    • Thrifty
    • Alamo
    • Budget

    Near Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (IAD) – daily rates from around R391:

    • Dollar
    • Budget
    • Hertz
    • 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) – 18% of one-stop connections
    • Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) – 15% of one-stop connections
    • London Heathrow (LHR) – 14% of one-stop connections
    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) – 13% of one-stop connections

    Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 12% on the Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Washington, D.C. route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at R15 540 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at R17 606, a difference of R2 065. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 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 Newark (EWR) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 19h 28m, compared to 19h 56m via Cape Town Intl (CPT) and 21h 48m 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 instead of Saturday. On this route, Tuesday flights average R15 540 – about R2 065 less than Saturday (12% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 5 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 557 return in that month – typically R3 705 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).

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