Washington, D.C.

$527+ Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Washington, D.C. (WAS)

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JNB — WAS
Apr 2 — Apr 91
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Cheap flight deals from Johannesburg to Washington, D.C.

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 March 28, 2025.

Round-trip from

$863
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$527
(Mytrip)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$920
From Johannesburg to Washington, D.C. (WAS)
One-way flight from Johannesburg to Washington, D.C. (WAS)
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($136 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($24 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2025

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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 March 28, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Tue 4/87:00 pmJNB - BWI
2 stops44h 51mUnited Airlines
Tue 4/156:15 amBWI - JNB
2 stops29h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/27$863
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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.
Thu 6/55:50 pmJNB - IAD
1 stop31h 55mTurkish Airlines
Sat 6/211:30 pmIAD - JNB
1 stop39h 05mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 3/26$873
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Tue 4/87:35 pmJNB - IAD
1 stop26h 40mSWISS
Sun 4/208:45 pmIAD - JNB
1 stop30h 35mSWISS
Deal found 3/27$890
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Tue 4/811:15 pmJNB - IAD
1 stop22h 20mMultiple Airlines
Tue 4/159:20 pmIAD - JNB
1 stop29h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$904
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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.
Thu 6/56:50 pmJNB - IAD
1 stop27h 30mDelta
Sat 6/2112:13 pmIAD - JNB
2 stops27h 07mDelta
Deal found 3/26$905
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Tue 4/87:35 pmJNB - DCA
2 stops31h 33mMultiple Airlines
Tue 4/1511:00 amDCA - JNB
2 stops39h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$911
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Sat 6/288:40 pmJNB - IAD
1 stop25h 20mVirgin Atlantic
Sat 7/55:50 pmIAD - JNB
1 stop34h 30mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 3/27$920
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Tue 4/810:40 amJNB - IAD
2 stops35h 10mLufthansa
Tue 4/1511:05 pmIAD - JNB
2 stops27h 30mLufthansa
Deal found 3/27$929
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Wed 8/209:15 pmJNB - IAD
1 stop28h 55mBritish Airways
Tue 9/1610:40 pmIAD - JNB
1 stop28h 45mBritish Airways
Deal found 3/26$952
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Tue 11/1810:05 pmJNB - DCA
2 stops25h 20mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/16:35 pmDCA - JNB
2 stops29h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/27$967
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Thu 4/242:30 pmJNB - IAD
2 stops24h 25mEthiopian Air
Thu 5/19:40 pmIAD - JNB
2 stops24h 15mEthiopian Air
Deal found 3/27$979
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Thu 5/156:50 pmJNB - IAD
1 stop30h 25mAir France
Thu 5/225:25 pmIAD - JNB
2 stops57h 05mAir France
Deal found 3/26$1,001

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Johannesburg to Washington, D.C. that are best for you.

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Depart

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Price

JohannesburgBaltimore

JNB - BWI

JNBBWI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 4/8

7:00 pm-9:51 am

2 stops44h 51m

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 4/15

6:15 am-5:45 pm

2 stops29h 30m

$863

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 6/5

5:50 pm-7:45 pm

1 stop31h 55m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 6/21

1:30 pm-10:35 am

1 stop39h 05m

$873

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 4/8

7:35 pm-4:15 pm

1 stop26h 40m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 4/20

8:45 pm-9:20 am

1 stop30h 35m

$890

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 4/8

11:15 pm-3:35 pm

1 stop22h 20m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 4/15

9:20 pm-8:25 am

1 stop29h 05m

$904

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 6/5

6:50 pm-4:20 pm

1 stop27h 30m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 6/21

12:13 pm-9:20 pm

2 stops27h 07m

$905

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - DCA

JNBDCA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 4/8

7:35 pm-9:08 pm

2 stops31h 33m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 4/15

11:00 am-8:35 am

2 stops39h 35m

$911

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 6/28

8:40 pm-4:00 pm

1 stop25h 20m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 7/5

5:50 pm-10:20 am

1 stop34h 30m

$920

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 4/8

10:40 am-3:50 pm

2 stops35h 10m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 4/15

11:05 pm-8:35 am

2 stops27h 30m

$929

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 8/20

9:15 pm-8:10 pm

1 stop28h 55m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 9/16

10:40 pm-9:25 am

1 stop28h 45m

$952

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 4/24

2:30 pm-8:55 am

2 stops24h 25m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 5/1

9:40 pm-3:55 am

2 stops24h 15m

$979

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Johannesburg to Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on March 21, 2025.

Booking 62 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Washington, D.C. (average of $309). Flying from Johannesburg to Washington, D.C. in June is currently the most expensive (average of $385). 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 March 28, 2025.

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

Plan your trip to Washington, D.C. by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

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.

Temperature in Washington, D.C. by month

Plan your trip to Washington, D.C. by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

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 March 28, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines, Emirates and Delta 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.

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

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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 United Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $863 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Turkish Airlines and SWISS, starting at $873 and $890 round-trip. These flights start at 14% 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 Qatar Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $527. Users have also found prices from $647 and $680 on Egyptair and Turkish Airlines, respectively.

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Johannesburg to Washington, D.C. 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 Johannesburg to Washington, D.C.?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Washington, D.C. (average of $309). Flying from Johannesburg to Washington, D.C. in June is currently the most expensive (average of $385). 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
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$781Average$1,084FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$825Average$969FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$830Average$955FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
KLMCheapest$845Average$1,017FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$871Average$1,021FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
British AirwaysCheapest$948Average$977FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
JetBlueCheapest$950Average$1,076FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$953Average$1,241FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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