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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Washington, D.C. from R10 589

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 8/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — WAS
Dec 26 — Jan 21
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg to Washington, D.C. are usually found in February or November, 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 26 November 2025.

Round-trip from

R14 400

One-way from

R10 589

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R15 849
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 25/12-31/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 62h 50m total
  • Johannesburg to Washington, D.C.
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8/12
  • 8/12
  • 3 total stops
  • 38h 24m total
  • Johannesburg to Washington, D.C.
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (R13 865 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 932 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 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 26 November 2025.

Thu 25/1219:10JNB - IAD
1 stop23h 35mTurkish Airlines
Tue 31/313:20IAD - JNB
1 stop39h 15mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 25/11R14 400
Tue 23/1222:00JNB - DCA
1 stop21h 24mUnited Airlines
Thu 15/118:00DCA - JNB
1 stop17h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 24/11R14 952
Mon 24/1122:00JNB - IAD
1 stop20h 49mUnited Airlines
Sun 30/1117:33IAD - JNB
1 stop18h 02mUnited Airlines
Deal found 24/11R14 952
Tue 23/1222:00JNB - BWI
2 stops30h 26mUnited Airlines
Tue 31/315:44BWI - JNB
2 stops44h 46mUnited Airlines
Deal found 25/11R15 124
Thu 25/1220:15JNB - IAD
1 stop27h 25mMultiple Airlines
Tue 31/322:05IAD - JNB
2 stops50h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/11R15 279
Mon 24/1122:00JNB - IAD
1 stop20h 49mUnited Airlines
Tue 2/1222:00IAD - JNB
1 stop28h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 24/11R15 314
Wed 24/1219:45JNB - IAD
1 stop31h 30mUnited Airlines
Wed 31/1217:15IAD - JNB
1 stop18h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 25/11R15 348
Mon 22/1219:45JNB - IAD
1 stop27h 05mUnited Airlines
Wed 31/1217:15IAD - JNB
1 stop18h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 25/11R15 400
Mon 24/1122:00JNB - IAD
1 stop20h 49mUnited Airlines
Sat 29/1117:45IAD - JNB
2 stops32h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 24/11R15 555
Mon 22/1222:00JNB - IAD
1 stop24h 35mBritish Airways
Wed 31/1221:45IAD - JNB
1 stop29h 40mBritish Airways
Deal found 25/11R15 745
Tue 25/1119:35JNB - BWI
1 stop30h 10mBritish Airways
Mon 1/1220:21BWI - JNB
2 stops28h 14mBritish Airways
Deal found 24/11R15 918
Tue 25/1119:35JNB - IAD
1 stop27h 00mBritish Airways
Mon 1/1220:09IAD - JNB
2 stops28h 26mBritish Airways
Deal found 24/11R15 918

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Customise 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 594 507 searches. Data last updated 26 November 2025.
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Johannesburg

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Washington, D.C.

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 25/3

14:30-9:00

2 stops24h 30m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 16/4

10:55-13:05

1 stop20h 10m

R14 848

JohannesburgBaltimore

JNB - BWI

JNBBWI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 23/12

22:00-21:26

2 stops30h 26m

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 31/3

15:44-18:30

2 stops44h 46m

R15 124

JohannesburgBaltimore

JNB - BWI

JNBBWI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 31/1

19:35-18:45

1 stop30h 10m

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 28/2

20:35-7:35

1 stop28h 00m

R15 159

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - DCA

JNBDCA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/2

22:00-12:23

1 stop21h 23m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 27/3

16:30-18:35

1 stop20h 05m

R15 210

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 31/1

19:10-11:45

1 stop23h 35m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 28/2

21:15-10:50

1 stop30h 35m

R15 366

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - DCA

JNBDCA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 31/1

22:00-17:08

2 stops26h 08m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 28/2

20:45-10:25

2 stops30h 40m

R15 452

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/2

19:05-11:45

1 stop23h 40m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 17/2

21:15-10:50

1 stop30h 35m

R15 469

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - DCA

JNBDCA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/2

22:00-12:23

1 stop21h 23m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 17/2

15:10-9:30

2 stops35h 20m

R15 486

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 31/1

14:30-8:00

2 stops24h 30m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 28/2

10:00-13:05

1 stop20h 05m

R15 711

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 31/1

22:00-19:09

2 stops28h 09m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 28/2

22:20-8:50

1 stop27h 30m

R15 849

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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 21 November 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 382). Flying from Johannesburg to Washington, D.C. in August is currently the most expensive (average of R16 090). 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 26 November 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 26 November 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Johannesburg to Washington, D.C., such as KLM, Virgin Atlantic, andUnited Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7,7
Good
1 423 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,7

Crew

8,4

Food

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,6

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
1 423 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 423 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,7

Crew

8,4

Food

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,6

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
7,5
Good
675 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 423 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,7

Crew

8,4

Food

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,6

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
9 046 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 423 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,7

Crew

8,4

Food

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,6

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
899 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 423 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,7

Crew

8,4

Food

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,6

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
7 539 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 423 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,7

Crew

8,4

Food

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,6

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

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

    For as low as R14 848, Ethiopian Air can have you in Washington, D.C. from Johannesburg in 24h 30m. 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 461, 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 202 and R14 240, respectively. You may be able to fly from Johannesburg to Washington, D.C. for 19% 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 Etihad Airways (R11 830), Qatar Airways (R12 262), and KLM (R14 314).

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

    While some choose either Johannesburg OR Tambo - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl or Johannesburg OR Tambo - Baltimore/Washington, Johannesburg OR Tambo - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National 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 R565 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 382). Flying from Johannesburg to Washington, D.C. in August is currently the most expensive (average of R16 090). 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 26 November 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
KLMCheapestR9 292AverageR17 193FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR13 461AverageR14 784FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR14 202AverageR16 521FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR14 240AverageR14 878FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR14 835AverageR17 582FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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United AirlinesCheapestR14 999AverageR21 700FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air FranceCheapestR15 198AverageR21 161FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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DeltaCheapestR15 604AverageR16 230FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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British AirwaysCheapestR15 884AverageR17 977FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR16 486AverageR18 407FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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