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Cheapest round-trip
$934
Typical prices: $899-$1,167
Ethiopian Air
Tue 4/10Tue 5/15
JNB - IAD • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$591
Typical prices: $628-$928
Qatar Airways
Thu 12/6
JNB - IAD • 1 stop
Nonstop 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 travelers 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 layover airports
Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH)
Cheapest • Avg $883 (round-trip)
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 round-trip flight deals from Johannesburg to Washington, D.C.

Sat, Apr 10 - Sat, May 15
Ethiopian Air Logo
2:30 pm - 8:55 amJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
24h 25m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:55 am - 1:30 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
20h 35m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
$934Ethiopian Air
Wed, Nov 11 - Thu, Dec 3
Virgin Atlantic Logo
9:40 pm - 5:00 pmJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
26h 20m1 stop London Heathrow
Virgin Atlantic Logo
12:34 pm - 7:10 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
23h 36m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$950Virgin Atlantic
Wed, Nov 18 - Thu, Dec 31
Virgin Atlantic Logo
9:40 pm - 5:00 pmJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
26h 20m1 stop London Heathrow
Virgin Atlantic Logo
5:00 pm - 7:10 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
19h 10m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$952Virgin Atlantic
Thu, Nov 12 - Wed, Dec 2
United Airlines Logo
10:00 pm - 11:44 amJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
20h 44m1 stop Newark
United Airlines Logo
5:46 pm - 6:35 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
17h 49m1 stop Newark
$972United Airlines
Thu, Nov 12 - Fri, Dec 4
United Airlines Logo
10:00 pm - 11:44 amJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
20h 44m1 stop Newark
United Airlines Logo
5:46 pm - 6:35 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
17h 49m1 stop Newark
$972United Airlines
Thu, Jan 28 - Sun, Jan 31
United Airlines Logo
10:00 pm - 7:52 pmJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
28h 52m1 stop Newark
United Airlines Logo
5:47 pm - 6:35 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
17h 48m1 stop Newark
$972United Airlines
Wed, Nov 11 - Fri, Dec 4
Delta Logo
9:40 pm - 5:00 pmJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
26h 20m1 stop London Heathrow
Delta Logo
12:35 pm - 7:10 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
23h 35m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$997Delta
Wed, Nov 11 - Fri, Dec 4
Delta Logo
9:40 pm - 5:00 pmJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
26h 20m1 stop London Heathrow
Delta Logo
3:00 pm - 7:10 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
21h 10m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$997Delta
Fri, Apr 9 - Fri, May 14
Emirates Logo
7:10 pm - 8:40 amJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
43h 30m1 stop Dubai Intl
Emirates Logo
10:55 am - 4:15 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
23h 20m1 stop Dubai Intl
$1,304Emirates
Sat, Apr 10 - Thu, May 13
Emirates Logo
7:10 pm - 8:40 amJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
43h 30m1 stop Dubai Intl
Emirates Logo
10:55 am - 8:35 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
27h 40m1 stop Dubai Intl
$1,304Emirates
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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.

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

Round-trip flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Washington, D.C. typically range from $899 to $1,167. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $934, on Ethiopian Air.

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 $1,014 round-trip, 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’s 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 $885 round-trip.
•August ($1,112) and June ($1,105) 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

$591
Beat the crowds with an average 51% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 44% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport

When to book flights from Johannesburg to Washington, D.C.

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Johannesburg 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.

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

    Prices vary by airline.

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

    A nonstop flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Washington, D.C. takes 00m, covering 8,108 miles.

  • 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?

    Round-trip flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Washington, D.C. range from $899 to $1,167, with an average of $1,006 over the past 12 months. Anything below $899 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 $1,006. Booking late can sometimes save you money, but inventory 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, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $934 to $6,164. 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 $647, which is 17% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Since Washington, D.C. is served by multiple airports, car rental options and rates can vary depending on which one you fly into.
    Near Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport (DCA) — daily rates averaging $71:

    • Sixt
    • Dollar
    • Thrifty
    • Hertz
    • Alamo

    Near Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (IAD) — daily rates averaging $70:

    • 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 $960 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $1,086, a difference of $126.

    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 layover 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 at 19h 56m, compared with 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.

  • What popular places can I visit in Washington, D.C.?

    Some of the most popular sights in Washington, D.C. are Walter E. Washington Convention Center, National Mall and Capital One Arena. These are among the most viewed places in Washington, D.C. on KAYAK.

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 $960, about $126 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 $885 round-trip in that month - typically $227 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport.

    • Hyatt House Washington DC The Wharf
    • Intercontinental Hotels Washington D.C. - The Wharf By IHG
    • Canopy by Hilton Washington D.C - The Wharf

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