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$643+ Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Washington, D.C. (WAS)

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ene. 26 — feb. 21
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The best prices from Johannesburg to Washington, D.C. are usually found in October or March, booked 44 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday 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 enero 21, 2025.

Round-trip from

$883
(Expedia)

One-way from

$643
(oojo)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$950
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 ($131 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($23 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in January 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 enero 21, 2025.

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jue. 1/308:25 pmJNB - IAD
2 stops25h 30mSWISS
lun. 5/196:00 pmIAD - JNB
2 stops33h 20mSWISS
Deal found 1/21$881
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jue. 1/3011:55 pmJNB - IAD
1 stop22h 50mKLM
mié. 5/215:25 pmIAD - JNB
1 stop21h 55mKLM
Deal found 1/20$883
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
jue. 5/1511:15 pmJNB - IAD
2 stops25h 07mMultiple Airlines
jue. 5/229:20 pmIAD - JNB
1 stop28h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/21$889
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 1/307:35 pmJNB - IAD
2 stops26h 00mLufthansa
mié. 5/216:30 pmIAD - JNB
2 stops32h 05mLufthansa
Deal found 1/20$905
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mar. 3/187:40 pmJNB - IAD
2 stops27h 25mAir France
jue. 3/279:40 pmIAD - JNB
2 stops29h 50mAir France
Deal found 1/20$923
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lun. 3/37:30 pmJNB - IAD
1 stop27h 35mVirgin Atlantic
dom. 3/97:25 pmIAD - JNB
1 stop34h 05mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 1/21$926
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jue. 1/3011:55 pmJNB - DCA
2 stops29h 05mDelta
mié. 5/215:00 pmDCA - JNB
2 stops22h 20mDelta
Deal found 1/21$940
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sáb. 2/17:25 pmJNB - IAD
1 stop27h 10mBritish Airways
mar. 2/46:00 pmIAD - JNB
1 stop30h 30mBritish Airways
Deal found 1/20$942
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jue. 1/307:25 pmJNB - BWI
1 stop30h 20mBritish Airways
lun. 5/199:20 pmBWI - JNB
1 stop27h 40mBritish Airways
Deal found 1/21$946
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jue. 1/3011:55 pmJNB - BWI
2 stops26h 23mDelta
lun. 5/197:50 pmBWI - JNB
1 stop17h 50mDelta
Deal found 1/21$953
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
lun. 3/37:25 pmJNB - DCA
2 stops28h 01mBritish Airways
dom. 3/97:55 pmDCA - JNB
2 stops29h 35mBritish Airways
Deal found 1/21$983
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mar. 1/2111:00 pmJNB - IAD
2 stops27h 05mEthiopian Air
lun. 1/278:40 pmIAD - JNB
2 stops24h 15mEthiopian Air
Deal found 1/20$988

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JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

lun. 2/3

3:15 pm-3:30 pm

2 stops31h 15m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

lun. 2/10

6:25 pm-9:30 am

2 stops32h 05m

$883

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mar. 3/4

11:55 pm-6:55 pm

2 stops26h 00m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

mar. 3/18

6:35 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop21h 25m

$887

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mar. 3/18

7:40 pm-5:05 pm

2 stops27h 25m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

jue. 3/27

9:40 pm-9:30 am

2 stops29h 50m

$923

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

lun. 3/3

7:30 pm-4:05 pm

1 stop27h 35m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

dom. 3/9

7:25 pm-11:30 am

1 stop34h 05m

$926

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

sáb. 2/1

7:25 pm-3:35 pm

1 stop27h 10m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

mar. 2/4

6:00 pm-7:30 am

1 stop30h 30m

$942

JohannesburgBaltimore

JNB - BWI

JNBBWI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dom. 2/2

9:15 pm-6:45 pm

1 stop28h 30m

Baltimore/Washington

vie. 6/20

9:20 pm-7:00 am

1 stop27h 40m

$974

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - DCA

JNBDCA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

lun. 3/3

7:25 pm-4:26 pm

2 stops28h 01m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

dom. 3/9

7:55 pm-7:30 am

2 stops29h 35m

$983

JohannesburgBaltimore

JNB - BWI

JNBBWI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

vie. 3/7

7:40 pm-5:34 pm

2 stops28h 54m

Baltimore/Washington

vie. 3/14

7:36 pm-10:00 pm

2 stops44h 24m

$1,046

JohannesburgBaltimore

JNB - BWI

JNBBWI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

vie. 3/7

7:25 pm-6:45 pm

1 stop30h 20m

Baltimore/Washington

vie. 3/14

4:53 pm-10:20 am

2 stops35h 27m

$1,070

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

jue. 3/6

8:25 pm-4:25 pm

1 stop27h 00m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

jue. 3/13

7:25 pm-10:25 am

2 stops57h 00m

$1,071

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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.?

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 January 17, 2025.

Booking 44 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 $241). Flying from Johannesburg to Washington, D.C. in March is currently the most expensive (average of $290). 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 enero 21, 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 enero 21, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with American Airlines, Delta and United Airlines 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.
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Very good
3,358 reviews

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8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

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
3,358 reviews
8.1
Very good
3,358 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

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
1,328 reviews
8.1
Very good
3,358 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

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
8,521 reviews
8.1
Very good
3,358 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

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
1,341 reviews
8.1
Very good
3,358 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

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.

7.5
Good
3,754 reviews
8.1
Very good
3,358 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

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 KLM. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $887 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Delta and Air France, starting at $918 and $923 round-trip. These flights start at 10% 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 Turkish Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $643. Users have also found prices from $705 and $718 on Qatar Airways and RwandAir, 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 $241). Flying from Johannesburg to Washington, D.C. in March is currently the most expensive (average of $290). 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$971FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$781Average$834FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$819Average$1,091FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$824Average$955FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
DeltaCheapest$840Average$1,011FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
KLMCheapest$845Average$992FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
JetBlueCheapest$950Average$1,076FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$953Average$1,241FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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