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$548+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Johannesburg

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 4/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
WAS — JNB
Apr 5 — Apr 121
Sat 4/5
Sat 4/12
1 adult, Economy
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Round-trip from

$888
(oojo)

One-way from

$548
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,031
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Cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 31, 2025.

This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/141:30 pmIAD - JNB
1 stop39h 05mTurkish Airlines
Wed 5/215:55 pmJNB - IAD
1 stop31h 50mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 3/30$899
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/2610:05 pmIAD - JNB
1 stop28h 15mEtihad Airways
Wed 4/309:50 amJNB - IAD
1 stop36h 20mEtihad Airways
Deal found 3/30$905
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/19:40 pmIAD - JNB
2 stops24h 15mEthiopian Air
Sun 5/118:20 amJNB - IAD
2 stops30h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 3/30$930
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/299:00 pmIAD - JNB
1 stop31h 00mQatar Airways
Sun 5/41:55 pmJNB - IAD
1 stop31h 45mQatar Airways
Deal found 3/30$965
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/266:25 amDCA - JNB
2 stops27h 25mKenya Airways
Tue 4/291:15 amJNB - DCA
2 stops46h 55mKenya Airways
Deal found 3/30$1,008
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/188:33 pmIAD - JNB
2 stops37h 17mMultiple Airlines
Wed 4/3012:10 pmJNB - IAD
2 stops30h 52mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/31$1,013
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/16:05 amDCA - JNB
2 stops27h 45mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/155:00 pmJNB - DCA
2 stops31h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/31$1,035
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/216:15 pmIAD - JNB
1 stop33h 05mAmerican Airlines
Sat 12/67:45 pmJNB - IAD
1 stop31h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/30$1,107
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/68:30 pmBWI - JNB
1 stop28h 00mAmerican Airlines
Thu 11/1310:05 pmJNB - BWI
1 stop27h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/30$1,107
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Thu 11/66:59 pmDCA - JNB
2 stops29h 31mAmerican Airlines
Thu 11/1310:05 pmJNB - DCA
2 stops26h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/30$1,121
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/218:30 pmBWI - JNB
1 stop28h 00mBritish Airways
Sat 12/67:45 pmJNB - BWI
1 stop30h 00mBritish Airways
Deal found 3/30$1,177
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure SWISS is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/1410:05 pmIAD - JNB
2 stops29h 15mSWISS
Wed 5/217:35 pmJNB - IAD
1 stop26h 40mSWISS
Deal found 3/30$1,186

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 31, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg that are best for you.

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Washington, D.C.Johannesburg

IAD - JNB

IADJNB

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 5/14

1:30 pm-10:35 am

1 stop39h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 5/21

5:55 pm-7:45 pm

1 stop31h 50m

$899

Washington, D.C.Johannesburg

IAD - JNB

IADJNB

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 4/26

10:05 pm-8:20 am

1 stop28h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/30

9:50 am-4:10 pm

1 stop36h 20m

$905

Washington, D.C.Johannesburg

IAD - JNB

IADJNB

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 5/1

9:40 pm-3:55 am

2 stops24h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 5/11

8:20 am-8:55 am

2 stops30h 35m

$930

Washington, D.C.Johannesburg

IAD - JNB

IADJNB

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 4/29

9:00 pm-10:00 am

1 stop31h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 5/4

1:55 pm-3:40 pm

1 stop31h 45m

$965

Washington, D.C.Johannesburg

DCA - JNB

DCAJNB

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 4/26

6:25 am-3:50 pm

2 stops27h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 4/29

1:15 am-6:10 pm

2 stops46h 55m

$1,008

Washington, D.C.Johannesburg

IAD - JNB

IADJNB

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 4/18

8:33 pm-3:50 pm

2 stops37h 17m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/30

12:10 pm-1:02 pm

2 stops30h 52m

$1,013

Washington, D.C.Johannesburg

DCA - JNB

DCAJNB

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 5/15

6:05 am-12:15 am

2 stops36h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/22

12:10 pm-10:45 pm

2 stops40h 35m

$1,138

Washington, D.C.Johannesburg

IAD - JNB

IADJNB

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 5/14

10:05 pm-9:20 am

2 stops29h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 5/21

7:35 pm-4:15 pm

1 stop26h 40m

$1,186

Washington, D.C.Johannesburg

IAD - JNB

IADJNB

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 5/12

8:02 pm-7:00 am

2 stops28h 58m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 7/26

9:15 pm-8:15 pm

1 stop29h 00m

$1,211

Washington, D.C.Johannesburg

DCA - JNB

DCAJNB

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 4/29

11:39 am-10:00 am

2 stops40h 21m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 5/4

1:55 pm-8:00 pm

2 stops36h 05m

$1,236

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg

How far ahead should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg. Price data was last updated on March 28, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg, you should look to book at least 76 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg (average of $1,173). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,696). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from WAS to JNB?

Find hourly flight availability from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 31, 2025.

When flying from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 26% versus a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg. Price data was last updated on April 7, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Johannesburg by month

Plan your trip to Johannesburg by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Johannesburg ranges from 0.0 - 4.7 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.7 in. June is typically the driest time to visit Johannesburg when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Johannesburg by month

Plan your trip to Johannesburg by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Johannesburg, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 68.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 50.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Johannesburg

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Johannesburg. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Johannesburg. Reviews last updated March 31, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates, Delta and KLM from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,192 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,192 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,192 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,899 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,192 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,321 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,192 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,570 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,192 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.
Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
841 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,192 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg is Ethiopian Air. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $888 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Turkish Airlines and Etihad Airways, starting at $899 and $905 round-trip. Ethiopian Air is priced at 26% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with American Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $548. Etihad Airways flights start at $558 while deals on Turkish Airlines start at $610 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg?

    The most popular flight routes from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg are Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Johannesburg OR Tambo, Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Johannesburg OR Tambo and Baltimore/Washington - Johannesburg OR Tambo.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg?

    Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg flights have a layover in Addis Ababa most often.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg flights?

    Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg flights that have layovers will least frequently stop in Doha.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg (average of $1,173). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,696). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 10 airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$785Average$955FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$826Average$894FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$841Average$1,001FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
American AirlinesCheapest$903Average$1,391FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
British AirwaysCheapest$952Average$1,298FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
KLMCheapest$954Average$1,498FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$963Average$1,097FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
DeltaCheapest$966Average$1,483FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$979Average$1,491FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
JetBlueCheapest$1,077Average$1,084FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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