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$669+ Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Washington, D.C. (WAS)

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JNB — WAS
Dec 23 — Dec 301
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The best prices from Johannesburg to Washington, D.C. are usually found in October or March, booked 81 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Tuesday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Johannesburg (ZA1) to Washington, D.C. (WAS). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated December 18, 2024.

Round-trip from

$895
(Delta)

One-way from

$669
(Egyptair)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$1,018
From Johannesburg to Washington, D.C. (WAS)
One-way flight from Johannesburg to Washington, D.C. (WAS)
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Cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Washington, D.C.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Johannesburg to Washington, D.C.. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 18, 2024.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/247:40 pmJNB - DCA
2 stops29h 39mDelta
Fri 1/242:25 pmDCA - JNB
2 stops24h 35mDelta
Deal found 12/18$936
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/2311:55 pmJNB - DCA
2 stops25h 24mKLM
Tue 6/33:55 pmDCA - JNB
2 stops23h 25mKLM
Deal found 12/18$950
This Aeromexico deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 Aeromexico is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/2211:55 pmJNB - IAD
2 stops47h 20mAir France
Thu 1/29:30 pmIAD - JNB
2 stops65h 30mAir France
Deal found 12/18$1,253
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/237:35 pmJNB - IAD
2 stops27h 43mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/25:37 pmIAD - JNB
1 stop17h 58mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$1,265
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Tue 12/2411:00 pmJNB - IAD
2 stops27h 05mEthiopian Air
Tue 1/710:00 amIAD - JNB
1 stop27h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 12/17$1,267
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Thu 12/267:35 pmJNB - IAD
1 stop27h 15mLufthansa
Mon 1/65:35 pmIAD - JNB
2 stops32h 55mLufthansa
Deal found 12/18$1,331
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Tue 12/247:25 pmJNB - DCA
2 stops28h 25mBritish Airways
Tue 1/75:49 pmDCA - JNB
2 stops33h 31mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/18$1,359
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Tue 12/247:30 pmJNB - IAD
1 stop27h 35mVirgin Atlantic
Tue 1/76:25 pmIAD - JNB
1 stop34h 05mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 12/17$1,403
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Tue 12/247:25 pmJNB - IAD
1 stop31h 20mBritish Airways
Tue 1/79:55 pmIAD - JNB
1 stop29h 25mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/18$1,437
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Thu 12/269:55 pmJNB - IAD
1 stop24h 55mDelta
Mon 1/66:00 amIAD - JNB
1 stop30h 00mDelta
Deal found 12/18$1,512
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Thu 12/269:55 pmJNB - BWI
1 stop24h 41mDelta
Mon 1/610:18 amBWI - JNB
1 stop25h 42mDelta
Deal found 12/17$1,552
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Wed 12/253:10 amJNB - IAD
2 stops36h 10mRwandAir
Mon 1/68:05 pmIAD - JNB
2 stops47h 15mRwandAir
Deal found 12/18$1,573

Find flights from Johannesburg to Washington, D.C. within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Johannesburg to Washington, D.C. 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 December 18, 2024.

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JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 1/22

7:40 pm-6:57 pm

2 stops30h 17m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 2/17

6:45 pm-9:25 am

2 stops31h 40m

$895

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 1/25

7:05 pm-11:35 am

1 stop23h 30m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 1/26

9:25 pm-10:55 am

1 stop30h 30m

$896

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/10

11:55 pm-6:56 pm

2 stops26h 01m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 3/19

1:48 pm-10:00 pm

2 stops26h 12m

$901

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 1/30

11:55 pm-3:45 pm

1 stop22h 50m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 5/21

9:20 pm-8:10 am

1 stop28h 50m

$908

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/17

2:35 pm-8:00 am

2 stops24h 25m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 2/23

10:00 am-1:10 pm

1 stop20h 10m

$916

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 1/22

8:25 pm-4:25 pm

1 stop27h 00m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 1/29

5:30 pm-9:35 pm

1 stop21h 05m

$920

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - DCA

JNBDCA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 1/22

7:35 pm-9:00 pm

2 stops32h 25m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 1/29

5:00 pm-6:35 pm

1 stop18h 35m

$933

JohannesburgBaltimore

JNB - BWI

JNBBWI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 1/22

7:40 pm-4:48 pm

2 stops28h 08m

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 1/29

2:01 pm-10:00 pm

2 stops24h 59m

$933

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 1/22

7:35 pm-3:13 pm

2 stops26h 38m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 1/29

5:45 pm-6:35 pm

1 stop17h 50m

$933

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - DCA

JNBDCA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 1/30

7:45 pm-6:00 pm

2 stops29h 15m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 5/19

6:00 am-7:40 pm

1 stop31h 40m

$934

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Travel insights for flights from Johannesburg to Washington, D.C.

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

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Booking 81 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Johannesburg to Washington, D.C.. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Washington, D.C. (average of $299). Flying from Johannesburg to Washington, D.C. in June is currently the most expensive (average of $377). 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 JNB to WAS?

Find hourly flight availability from Johannesburg to Washington, D.C.. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 18, 2024.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 6% on flights from Johannesburg to Washington, D.C. by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

Rainfall in Washington, D.C. by month

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In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Washington, D.C. ranges from 2.6 - 4.0 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.0 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Washington, D.C. when rainfall is around 2.6 in.

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If weather is an important factor for your trip to Washington, D.C., use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 80.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 35.6 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Washington, D.C.

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Washington, D.C.. 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 Washington, D.C.. Reviews last updated December 18, 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Lufthansa, Air France and British Airways from Johannesburg to Washington, D.C. to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very good
3,412 reviews

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

8.1
Very good
3,412 reviews
8.1
Very good
3,412 reviews

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

8.1
Very good
1,329 reviews
8.1
Very good
3,412 reviews

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

8.0
Very good
8,604 reviews
8.1
Very good
3,412 reviews

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

7.8
Good
1,349 reviews
8.1
Very good
3,412 reviews

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

7.6
Good
787 reviews
8.1
Very good
3,412 reviews

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Johannesburg to Washington, D.C. is Delta. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $895 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Turkish Airlines and KLM, starting at $896 and $901 round-trip. These flights start at 8% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Egyptair. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $669. Users have also found prices from $679 and $688 on Turkish Airlines and RwandAir, respectively.

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Washington, D.C. (average of $299). Flying from Johannesburg to Washington, D.C. in June is currently the most expensive (average of $377). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapest$732Average$964FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$781Average$834FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$819Average$1,119FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$824Average$955FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
DeltaCheapest$840Average$1,013FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
KLMCheapest$888Average$1,124FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
JetBlueCheapest$950Average$1,076FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$953Average$1,241FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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