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R9 441+ Cheap flights to Washington, D.C.

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Flights to Washington, D.C. in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Washington, D.C.
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Washington, D.C.. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 29 mai 2026.

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IAD
1 stop27h 00m
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lun. 2/1121:45
IAD
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JNB
1 stop29h 40m
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Deal found 27/5R14 766
jeu. 15/1020:15
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IAD
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Virgin Atlantic
mer. 21/1017:30
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JNB
1 stop20h 10m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 27/5R15 403
mar. 27/1018:50
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IAD
1 stop31h 35m
Turkish Airlines
lun. 2/1122:20
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JNB
1 stop29h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 28/5R15 680
dim. 7/621:55
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Virgin Atlantic
lun. 22/66:00
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JNB
1 stop31h 40m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 28/5R15 958
jeu. 10/99:50
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Etihad Airways
mar. 22/915:10
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JNB
1 stop35h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 27/5R16 562
lun. 27/718:50
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IAD
1 stop30h 45m
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lun. 10/812:29
IAD
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2 stops26h 51m
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Deal found 29/5R16 611
lun. 15/620:15
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IAD
1 stop30h 40m
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lun. 29/68:29
IAD
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JNB
2 stops31h 06m
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Deal found 25/5R16 709
dim. 31/519:50
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IAD
1 stop26h 50m
Qatar Airways
jeu. 10/921:00
IAD
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1 stop25h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 27/5R16 726
jeu. 28/519:50
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IAD
1 stop26h 50m
Qatar Airways
jeu. 10/921:00
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1 stop25h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 26/5R16 758
mar. 27/1019:35
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BWI
1 stop30h 10m
British Airways
lun. 2/1120:35
BWI
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JNB
1 stop30h 50m
British Airways
Deal found 25/5R17 314
lun. 3/821:15
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BWI
1 stop26h 00m
British Airways
mer. 2/919:25
BWI
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1 stop32h 00m
British Airways
Deal found 27/5R17 379
mer. 21/1021:15
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1 stop28h 25m
British Airways
sam. 24/1021:35
BWI
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1 stop30h 50m
British Airways
Deal found 26/5R17 477

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Find the latest flights to Washington, D.C. in 2026, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 594 507 searches and data was last updated on 29 mai 2026.

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R14 766

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R9 441

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R15 648
27/10-2/11
  • 27/10-2/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 56h 40m total
  • Johannesburg to Washington, D.C.
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  • 7/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 26h 50m total
  • Johannesburg to Washington, D.C.
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JohannesburgBaltimore

JNB - BWI

JNBBWI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mer. 21/10

21:15-19:40

1 stop28h 25m

Baltimore/Washington

sam. 24/10

21:35-10:25

1 stop30h 50m

R17 477

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dim. 21/6

15:05-5:30

1 stop20h 25m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

dim. 28/6

22:27-18:30

1 stop38h 03m

R18 228

JohannesburgBaltimore

JNB - BWI

JNBBWI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

lun. 8/6

19:25-19:40

1 stop30h 15m

Baltimore/Washington

lun. 22/6

20:11-7:00

2 stops28h 49m

R18 947

JohannesburgBaltimore

JNB - BWI

JNBBWI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

lun. 17/8

21:15-17:15

1 stop26h 00m

Baltimore/Washington

mar. 23/2

20:35-10:25

1 stop30h 50m

R19 355

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - DCA

JNBDCA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mar. 18/8

21:15-16:48

2 stops25h 33m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

mer. 24/2

17:32-7:35

2 stops31h 03m

R20 956

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dim. 21/6

10:40-13:35

2 stops32h 55m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

dim. 28/6

17:40-16:15

2 stops40h 35m

R21 070

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - DCA

JNBDCA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

lun. 17/8

21:15-20:54

2 stops29h 39m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

dim. 21/2

17:32-7:35

2 stops31h 03m

R21 413

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

ven. 4/9

9:25-8:45

3 stops29h 20m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

mer. 16/9

11:05-15:20

1 stop22h 15m

R21 446

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dim. 5/7

10:05-8:40

1 stop28h 35m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

ven. 31/7

10:55-16:15

1 stop23h 20m

R21 936

JohannesburgBaltimore

JNB - BWI

JNBBWI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

lun. 27/7

21:15-17:48

2 stops26h 33m

Baltimore/Washington

lun. 10/8

21:30-7:00

1 stop27h 30m

R22 050

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

How long is the flight to Washington, D.C.?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Washington, D.C. takes 24 hours 51 minutes. Flights to Washington, D.C. from other popular cities in South Africa will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Washington, D.C.?

The most popular airlines flying from Johannesburg to Washington, D.C. are United Airlines, British Airways and Qatar Airways.

United Airlines
United Airlines
From R14 391
British Airways
British Airways
From R14 262
Qatar Airways
Qatar Airways
From R10 728
KLM
KLM
From R14 965

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Washington, D.C.?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Washington, D.C. are Etihad Airways, Turkish Airlines and Ethiopian Air.

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 66.0 - 102.0 mm per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 102.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Washington, D.C. when rainfall is around 66.0 mm.

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 27.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 2.0 C).

When is the best time to book a flight to Washington, D.C.?

The best time to book flights to Washington, D.C. is 86 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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 29 mai 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines serving the United States, such as Virgin Atlantic,Qatar Airways, andUnited Airlines. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Virgin Atlantic
7,5
Good
689 reviews
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Crew

8,1

Food

6,9

Overall

7,5

Boarding

7,7

Entertainment

7,5

Comfort

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Edwin,May 2026

LHR - LAX

First time flying with Virgin. It was everything I hoped it would be.
Virgin Atlantic
7,5
Good
689 reviews
Virgin Atlantic
7,5
Good
689 reviews
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Crew

8,1

Food

6,9

Overall

7,5

Boarding

7,7

Entertainment

7,5

Comfort

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Edwin,May 2026

LHR - LAX

First time flying with Virgin. It was everything I hoped it would be.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 727 reviews
Virgin Atlantic
7,5
Good
689 reviews
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Crew

8,1

Food

6,9

Overall

7,5

Boarding

7,7

Entertainment

7,5

Comfort

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Edwin,May 2026

LHR - LAX

First time flying with Virgin. It was everything I hoped it would be.
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 762 reviews
Virgin Atlantic
7,5
Good
689 reviews
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Crew

8,1

Food

6,9

Overall

7,5

Boarding

7,7

Entertainment

7,5

Comfort

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Edwin,May 2026

LHR - LAX

First time flying with Virgin. It was everything I hoped it would be.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
1 003 reviews
Virgin Atlantic
7,5
Good
689 reviews
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Crew

8,1

Food

6,9

Overall

7,5

Boarding

7,7

Entertainment

7,5

Comfort

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Edwin,May 2026

LHR - LAX

First time flying with Virgin. It was everything I hoped it would be.
British Airways
6,7
Okay
8 008 reviews
Virgin Atlantic
7,5
Good
689 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,1

Food

6,9

Overall

7,5

Boarding

7,7

Entertainment

7,5

Comfort

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Edwin,May 2026

LHR - LAX

First time flying with Virgin. It was everything I hoped it would be.

FAQs about flying to Washington, D.C.

Getting around Washington

Washington is an easy city to get around: the centre is the area around the National Mall. This area is easily accessible on foot, with most museums and monuments within easy walking distance. The streets in Washington are laid out in a grid, with numbered streets going in one direction and alphabetised streets going the other. The city is divided into four quadrants, with the Capitol building in the centre. Most of the major sights are within walking distance, but you can easily take the Metrobus or Metrorail if you get tired of walking. Bicycling is also very popular in the city; both locals and tourists cycle. Washington can get very hot in the summer months, so light clothes and plenty of water are recommended.

  • When is the best time to fly to Washington?

    The busiest seasons for tourist activities are between March and August, in particular during the time when the cherry blossoms bloom and when schools are out for spring break and then summer holiday. In addition, when Congress is in session and from mid-January through June, hotels and restaurants are full of lobbyists, and the streets are often full of demonstrations. Spring and autumn have the most pleasant weather. Summers in Washington are hot, sometimes exceeding 38 degrees Celsius, and very humid. The quietest times are late August into early September and the period between Thanksgiving (4th Thursday of November) and mid-January. This is also when Washington, DC is the coldest but it’s likely you’ll find cheap hotels and airfare deals to Washington, DC and discounted hotel rates if you travel during this time.

  • What is good to know if travelling to Washington?

    Security concerns mean that many Washington, D.C. attractions won’t let visitors bring their bags or cameras in with them. Storage is sometimes available, but don’t count on it; it’s best not to carry too much that won’t fit into a pocket while visiting.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Washington, D.C. if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Washington, D.C. on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Washington, D.C.?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, KLM is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Washington, D.C..

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Washington, D.C.?

    Baltimore/Washington is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Washington, D.C.. One-way flights to Baltimore/Washington typically cost R3 074, while return flights cost around R3 697.

  • How much is a return flight to Washington, D.C.?

    A return flight to Washington, D.C. will typically cost around R49 720, however they can be found for as little as R14 941.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Washington, D.C. depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Washington, D.C., Cape Town Intl offers the quickest one-way flight (15 hours 30 minutes).

  • Does Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl?

    Yes. Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Sleepbox Lounge Iad, Dulles International Airport is the closest property to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (0,0 km away from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl).

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