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Cheapest round-trip
$1,122
Typical prices: $1,066-$1,844
Turkish Airlines
Thu 11/29Sun 12/16
IAD - JNB • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$597
Typical prices: $592-$1,355
Etihad Airways
Thu 11/22
IAD - JNB • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Washington, D.C. and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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IAD - JNB
Cheapest • 17% average savings
DCA - JNB
Most popular
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When to book
18 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 18 weeks in advance save around 22% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
April
Cheapest • 27% price drop
December
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Cairo (CAI)
Cheapest • Avg $880 (round-trip)
Newark (EWR)
Shortest trip • 19h 10m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg (WAS-JNB)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg

Sun, Nov 29 - Wed, Dec 16
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1:30 pm - 11:00 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
38h 30m1 stop Istanbul
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12:20 am - 11:45 amJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
42h 25m1 stop Istanbul
$1,122Turkish Airlines
Thu, Dec 3 - Wed, Dec 16
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1:30 pm - 11:00 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
38h 30m1 stop Istanbul
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12:20 am - 7:25 pmJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
26h 05m1 stop Istanbul
$1,122Turkish Airlines
Wed, Feb 3 - Mon, Feb 15
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10:00 am - 1:30 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
20h 30m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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2:30 pm - 8:00 amJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
24h 30m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino
$1,125Ethiopian Air
Wed, Feb 10 - Mon, Feb 22
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10:00 am - 1:30 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
20h 30m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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2:30 pm - 8:00 amJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
24h 30m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino
$1,125Ethiopian Air
Wed, Nov 25 - Sun, Dec 13
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6:00 am - 10:55 amDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
45h 55m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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12:05 pm - 10:52 pmJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
41h 47m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
$1,127Multiple Airlines
Thu, Nov 19 - Sat, Nov 28
Etihad Airways Logo
2:25 pm - 8:25 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
35h 00m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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9:50 am - 9:00 amJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
30h 10m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
$1,134Etihad Airways
Fri, Feb 5 - Sun, Feb 14
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6:00 am - 3:50 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
26h 50m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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5:00 pm - 10:56 pmJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
36h 56m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
$1,139Multiple Airlines
Sun, Nov 29 - Wed, Dec 9
Etihad Airways Logo
2:25 pm - 8:25 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
35h 00m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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9:50 am - 9:00 amJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
30h 10m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
$1,176Etihad Airways
Sun, Apr 4 - Fri, Apr 9
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11:00 am - 3:20 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
22h 20m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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6:35 pm - 3:40 pmJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
51h 05m3 stops Durban King Shaka Intl Maputo Intl Doha Hamad Intl
$1,483Qatar Airways
Sun, Apr 4 - Thu, Apr 8
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9:00 pm - 4:00 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
25h 00m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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9:25 am - 8:45 amJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
29h 20m3 stops Durban King Shaka Intl Maputo Intl Doha Hamad Intl
$1,483Qatar Airways
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Price, demand and travel trends for Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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 Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport typically range from $1,066 to $1,844. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $1,122, on Turkish Airlines.

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

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (IAD) to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (JNB) is the cheapest Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport route, averaging $1,350 round-trip. Other Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport routes average $1,892, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. It’s 14% cheaper than the average day, while Tuesday is the most expensive, with prices 18% higher.

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

•April is the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport at $1,010 round-trip.
•December ($1,884) and June ($1,641) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 86% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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

Flights from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are cheapest 18 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 22% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

$597
Beat the crowds with an average 47% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 72% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

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

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

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

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

    Prices vary by airline.

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

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

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

    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 Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport range from $1,066 to $1,844, with an average of $1,381 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,066 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 0% above the $1,381 route average. Book 18 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    One-way fares from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $834.

  • What car rental options are available at Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (JNB)?

    Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (JNB) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $30 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • GREEN MOTION
    • Woodford
    • Europcar
    • Sixt
    • Budget

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

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

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

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

    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) - 35% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) - 18% of one-stop connections
    • Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) - 13% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) - 12% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 27% on flights from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $1,194 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $1,630, a difference of $436.

    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 Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Flying via Newark (EWR) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 19h 10m, compared with 20h 06m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and 20h 16m via Cape Town Intl (CPT).

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

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

  • What popular places can I visit in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are Sandton Convention Centre, Nelson Mandela Square and Gallagher Convention Centre. These are among the most viewed places in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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 Monday departure and avoid flying on Tuesday. On this route, Monday flights average $1,194, about $436 less than Tuesday fares (27% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 18 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 22% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport trip for April. Fares historically average $1,010 round-trip in that month - typically $874 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.

    • Southern Sun Or Tambo International Airport
    • Garden Court Or Tambo International Airport
    • Aero Guest Lodge

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