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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Washington, D.C. from R10 480

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 24/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — WAS
Nov 10 — Nov 171
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg to Washington, D.C. are usually found in February or March, booked 44 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Wednesday and return on a Monday

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 11 October 2025.

Round-trip from

R14 609

One-way from

R10 480

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R16 411
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 18/11-31/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 62h 05m total
  • Johannesburg to Washington, D.C.
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 24/11
  • 1 total stop
  • 33h 10m total
  • Johannesburg to Washington, D.C.
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (R14 645 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R3 429 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in October 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 11 October 2025.

Tue 18/1119:10JNB - IAD
1 stop31h 10mTurkish Airlines
Tue 31/321:40IAD - JNB
1 stop30h 55mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 9/10R14 609
Sun 12/109:50JNB - IAD
1 stop36h 20mEtihad Airways
Mon 27/1022:10IAD - JNB
1 stop28h 10mEtihad Airways
Deal found 8/10R14 714
Thu 30/109:50JNB - IAD
1 stop36h 40mEtihad Airways
Mon 16/221:10IAD - JNB
1 stop28h 10mEtihad Airways
Deal found 9/10R14 732
Mon 10/1120:15JNB - IAD
1 stop26h 15mSWISS
Mon 17/1117:25IAD - JNB
1 stop34h 05mSWISS
Deal found 11/10R14 854
Mon 27/1020:15JNB - IAD
1 stop27h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 24/119:00IAD - JNB
2 stops42h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/10R14 942
Tue 14/109:50JNB - IAD
1 stop36h 20mEtihad Airways
Wed 22/1022:05IAD - JNB
1 stop28h 15mEtihad Airways
Deal found 8/10R14 977
Fri 17/109:50JNB - IAD
1 stop36h 20mEtihad Airways
Mon 27/1022:10IAD - JNB
1 stop28h 10mEtihad Airways
Deal found 10/10R15 012
Fri 31/109:50JNB - IAD
1 stop36h 40mEtihad Airways
Mon 16/221:10IAD - JNB
1 stop28h 10mEtihad Airways
Deal found 9/10R15 082
Sat 22/1119:10JNB - IAD
1 stop31h 10mTurkish Airlines
Sat 29/1121:15IAD - JNB
1 stop30h 35mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 9/10R15 117
Sun 9/1120:15JNB - IAD
2 stops46h 08mAir Canada
Sun 16/119:45IAD - JNB
2 stops41h 45mAir Canada
Deal found 8/10R15 134
Mon 27/1020:15JNB - IAD
1 stop25h 20mSWISS
Mon 24/1117:25IAD - JNB
1 stop34h 05mSWISS
Deal found 9/10R15 204
Tue 25/1122:00JNB - DCA
1 stop19h 29mUnited Airlines
Tue 2/127:30DCA - JNB
2 stops43h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/10R15 607

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Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 6/4

9:50-16:10

1 stop36h 20m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 28/4

22:05-8:20

1 stop28h 15m

R14 627

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 4/4

9:50-16:10

1 stop36h 20m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 28/4

22:05-8:20

1 stop28h 15m

R15 082

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/2

19:05-19:20

1 stop31h 15m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 17/2

21:15-10:50

1 stop30h 35m

R15 502

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 3/4

18:00-11:35

1 stop23h 35m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 29/4

21:40-10:35

1 stop30h 55m

R15 502

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 31/1

19:45-15:50

1 stop27h 05m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 28/2

17:20-18:35

1 stop18h 15m

R15 519

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 9/11

19:45-15:50

1 stop27h 05m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 14/11

17:33-18:35

1 stop18h 02m

R15 624

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 6/11

19:10-11:45

1 stop23h 35m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 16/11

21:15-10:50

1 stop30h 35m

R15 817

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 6/11

19:10-11:45

1 stop23h 35m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 15/11

21:15-10:50

1 stop30h 35m

R15 817

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - DCA

JNBDCA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/2

15:05-9:19

2 stops25h 14m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 16/2

16:30-18:35

1 stop19h 05m

R16 446

JohannesburgBaltimore

JNB - BWI

JNBBWI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 21/11

22:00-0:30

2 stops33h 30m

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 25/11

20:21-10:25

2 stops31h 04m

R16 534

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Best time to book a flight from Johannesburg to Washington, D.C.

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Cheapflights Insights

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

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 return flight from Johannesburg to Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on 10 October 2025.

The best time to book flights from Johannesburg to Washington, D.C. is 44 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.

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 R9 518). Flying from Johannesburg to Washington, D.C. in August is currently the most expensive (average of R16 324). 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 11 October 2025.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 21% on flights from Johannesburg to Washington, D.C. by exploring options for tickets at midday.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Johannesburg to Washington, D.C.?

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 11 October 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Johannesburg to Washington, D.C., such as KLM, United Airlines, andVirgin Atlantic. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7,7
Good
1 401 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,7

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,2

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
KLM
7,7
Good
1 401 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 401 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,7

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,2

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
United Airlines
7,4
Good
8 971 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 401 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,7

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,2

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
Virgin Atlantic
7,4
Good
665 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 401 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,7

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,2

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
876 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 401 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,7

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,2

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 449 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 401 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,7

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,2

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.

Related info for your journey

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

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

    For as low as R15 519, Etihad Airways can have you in Washington, D.C. from Johannesburg in 27h 05m. Johannesburg and Washington, D.C. are separated by a distance of 13084 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

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

    Currently priced at R13 657, Etihad Airways will fly you from Johannesburg to Washington, D.C. and back. In addition to Etihad Airways, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Ethiopian Air and Turkish Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from R14 467 and R14 474, respectively. You may be able to fly from Johannesburg to Washington, D.C. for 20% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Johannesburg to Washington, D.C. are Qatar Airways (R10 550), Turkish Airlines (R11 548), and Etihad Airways (R12 160).

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

    While some choose either Johannesburg OR Tambo - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National or Johannesburg OR Tambo - Baltimore/Washington, Johannesburg OR Tambo - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl is the most popular route from Johannesburg to Washington, D.C..

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

    Most of the time, Johannesburg to Washington, D.C. flights that have stopovers will stop in London. London is followed by Addis Ababa in terms of the most popular stopover location on flights from Johannesburg to Washington, D.C..

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a stopover in London?

    London travellers tend to visit Eventim Apollo, London Eye, and Russell Square more than anywhere else. Eventim Apollo, London Eye, and Russell Square can be visited by traveling about 16,2 km, 23,6 km, and 23,5 km respectively from London Heathrow. Those looking to explore during their stopover in London can hire a car from London Heathrow for about R428 per day.

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

    The least popular stopover on flights from Johannesburg to Washington, D.C. is Doha.

  • 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 holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

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

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

  • 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Washington, D.C. (average of R9 518). Flying from Johannesburg to Washington, D.C. in August is currently the most expensive (average of R16 324). 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 Johannesburg to Washington, D.C.

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Johannesburg to Washington, D.C.. 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 594 507 searches. Data last updated 11 October 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
KLMCheapestR9 517AverageR17 460FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR13 657AverageR15 376FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR14 467AverageR16 665FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR14 474AverageR15 245FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR15 051AverageR17 754FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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United AirlinesCheapestR15 217AverageR20 421FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air FranceCheapestR15 419AverageR20 843FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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British AirwaysCheapestR16 115AverageR18 225FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR16 726AverageR18 552FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestR18 782AverageR20 965FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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