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Cheapest return flight
R13 507
Typical prices: R14 305-R18 354
Multiple Airlines
Sat 22/12Thu 25/1
JNB - BWI • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
R8 498
Typical prices: R9 845-R14 935
Etihad Airways
Mon 8/10
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 043 (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.

Tue, Dec 22 - Mon, Jan 25
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19:35 - 17:05JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-BWI Baltimore/Washington
28h 30m1 stop London Heathrow
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18:55 - 10:25BWI  Baltimore/Washington-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
32h 30m1 stop London Heathrow
R13 507Multiple Airlines
Wed, Oct 21 - Wed, Oct 28
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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11:00 - 13:30IAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
20h 30m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
R14 676Ethiopian Air
Wed, Oct 21 - Wed, Oct 28
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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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21:50 - 13:30IAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
33h 40m2 stops Lome Addis Ababa Bole
R14 740Ethiopian Air
Tue, Dec 22 - Mon, Jan 25
Multiple Airlines Logo
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
R14 772Multiple Airlines
Tue, Oct 20 - Tue, Oct 27
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17:55 - 11:30JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
23h 35m1 stop Istanbul
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14:30 - 22:25IAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
25h 55m1 stop Istanbul
R14 868Turkish Airlines
Wed, Oct 21 - Wed, Oct 28
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18:00 - 19:45JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
31h 45m1 stop Istanbul
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22:20 - 22:25IAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
42h 05m1 stop Istanbul
R14 884Turkish Airlines
Thu, Oct 1 - Fri, Oct 23
Virgin Atlantic Logo
20:15 - 19:25JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
29h 10m1 stop London Heathrow
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16:48 - 19:40IAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
20h 52m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
R15 108Virgin Atlantic
Thu, Oct 15 - Thu, Oct 22
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20:15 - 19:25JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
29h 10m1 stop London Heathrow
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8:13 - 19:20IAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
29h 07m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
R15 188Virgin Atlantic
Thu, Jan 21 - Sun, Jan 24
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22:00 - 21:31JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-BWI Baltimore/Washington
30h 31m2 stops Newark Chicago O'Hare Intl
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12:07 - 18:35BWI  Baltimore/Washington-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
23h 28m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Newark
R15 412United Airlines
Tue, Oct 20 - Tue, Oct 27
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22:00 - 10:30JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-BWI Baltimore/Washington
42h 30m2 stops Newark Chicago O'Hare Intl
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17:31 - 18:35BWI  Baltimore/Washington-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
43h 04m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Newark
R15 476United Airlines
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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 from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Washington, D.C. 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 R15 575 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 212 return.
  • August (R17 829) and June (R17 652) 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

R8 498
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 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 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

  • 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 172 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at R17 188, a difference of R2 017. 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 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 R15 817. Booking late can sometimes save money on this route, but inventory is limited.

  • 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.

  • 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 R13 507 to R128 463. That means the highest observed fare was about 10x 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 R10 944, which is 10% below the typical average for this route.

  • 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.

  • 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 R363:

    · Sixt
    · Dollar
    · Thrifty
    · Alamo
    · Budget

    Near Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (IAD) – daily rates from around R381:

    · Dollar
    · Budget
    · Hertz
    · Sixt
    · Thrifty

  • 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 305 to R18 354, with an average of R15 817 over the past 12 months. Anything below R14 305 counts as a good deal.

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 172 – about R2 017 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 212 return in that month – typically R3 617 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).

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