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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Washington, D.C. from R9 962

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 18/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — WAS
Feb 7 — Feb 141
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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 8 January 2026.

Round-trip from

R14 245

One-way from

R9 962

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R15 755
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 6/3-9/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 65h 00m total
  • Johannesburg to Washington, D.C.
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 18/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 26h 45m total
  • Johannesburg to Washington, D.C.
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (R12 483 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R2 337 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
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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 8 January 2026.

Fri 24/418:00JNB - IAD
1 stop23h 35mTurkish Airlines
Fri 1/521:45IAD - JNB
1 stop30h 45mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 8/1R14 229
Fri 6/39:50JNB - IAD
1 stop30h 15mEtihad Airways
Mon 9/315:35IAD - JNB
1 stop34h 45mEtihad Airways
Deal found 5/1R14 245
Sun 8/220:15JNB - IAD
1 stop26h 15mSWISS
Sun 15/220:30IAD - JNB
1 stop31h 00mSWISS
Deal found 8/1R14 262
Thu 23/417:50JNB - IAD
1 stop23h 45mTurkish Airlines
Wed 29/421:40IAD - JNB
1 stop30h 50mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 8/1R14 311
Tue 8/919:25JNB - IAD
1 stop26h 25mAmerican Airlines
Tue 15/917:40IAD - JNB
1 stop31h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/1R14 360
Sat 21/219:10JNB - IAD
1 stop23h 35mTurkish Airlines
Sat 28/221:15IAD - JNB
1 stop30h 35mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 7/1R14 377
Tue 8/921:15JNB - IAD
1 stop24h 35mAmerican Airlines
Tue 22/920:15IAD - JNB
2 stops28h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/1R14 442
Tue 21/422:00JNB - IAD
1 stop19h 47mUnited Airlines
Sat 2/517:20IAD - JNB
1 stop19h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/1R14 459
Sat 31/119:10JNB - IAD
1 stop31h 10mTurkish Airlines
Sat 28/221:15IAD - JNB
1 stop30h 35mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 7/1R14 475
Mon 20/419:25JNB - IAD
2 stops50h 57mAir Canada
Wed 29/49:55IAD - JNB
2 stops38h 45mAir Canada
Deal found 8/1R14 492
Sun 25/114:30JNB - IAD
2 stops24h 30mEthiopian Air
Mon 9/210:00IAD - JNB
1 stop20h 05mEthiopian Air
Deal found 7/1R14 524
Tue 8/919:25JNB - BWI
1 stop27h 50mBritish Airways
Tue 15/919:25BWI - JNB
1 stop29h 35mBritish Airways
Deal found 6/1R14 574

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 6/3

9:50-9:05

1 stop30h 15m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 9/3

15:35-8:20

1 stop34h 45m

R14 245

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 23/3

19:05-20:20

1 stop31h 15m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 10/4

21:40-10:30

1 stop30h 50m

R14 278

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 22/4

22:00-11:47

1 stop19h 47m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 2/5

17:20-18:30

1 stop19h 10m

R14 459

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

R14 475

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 20/2

19:05-11:45

1 stop23h 40m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 27/2

21:15-10:50

1 stop30h 35m

R14 475

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 25/1

14:30-8:00

2 stops24h 30m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 9/2

10:00-13:05

1 stop20h 05m

R14 524

JohannesburgBaltimore

JNB - BWI

JNBBWI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 22/4

21:15-19:40

1 stop28h 25m

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 26/4

21:35-7:00

1 stop27h 25m

R14 606

JohannesburgBaltimore

JNB - BWI

JNBBWI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 23/4

21:15-19:40

1 stop28h 25m

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 2/5

21:30-9:25

1 stop29h 55m

R14 606

JohannesburgBaltimore

JNB - BWI

JNBBWI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 22/4

19:25-19:40

1 stop30h 15m

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 2/5

21:30-9:25

1 stop29h 55m

R14 606

JohannesburgBaltimore

JNB - BWI

JNBBWI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 24/4

21:15-19:40

1 stop28h 25m

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 26/4

21:35-9:25

1 stop29h 50m

R14 606

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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 2 January 2026.

The best time to book flights from Johannesburg to Washington, D.C. is 85 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 R8 879). Flying from Johannesburg to Washington, D.C. in August is currently the most expensive (average of R15 082). 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.

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 8 January 2026.
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
1 434 reviews
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Food

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
KLM
7,7
Good
1 434 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 434 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
Virgin Atlantic
7,5
Good
678 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 434 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 142 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 434 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
937 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 434 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 659 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 434 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle

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 R14 459, Etihad Airways can have you in Washington, D.C. from Johannesburg in 19h 47m. 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 110, 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 Turkish Airlines and Ethiopian Air - these airlines can fly you to your destination from R13 537 and R13 554, respectively. You may be able to fly from Johannesburg to Washington, D.C. for 17% 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 Turkish Airlines (R7 747), Qatar Airways (R8 376), and Emirates (R11 977).

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

    While some choose either Johannesburg OR Tambo - Baltimore/Washington or Johannesburg OR Tambo - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National, 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, Royal Albert Hall, and Russell Square more than anywhere else. Eventim Apollo, Royal Albert Hall, and Russell Square can be visited by traveling about 16,2 km, 19,6 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 R818 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 R8 879). Flying from Johannesburg to Washington, D.C. in August is currently the most expensive (average of R15 082). 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 8 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
KLMCheapestR8 843AverageR16 255FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR13 110AverageR13 976FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR13 537AverageR14 128FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR13 554AverageR15 087FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR13 814AverageR16 404FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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United AirlinesCheapestR14 213AverageR17 924FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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British AirwaysCheapestR14 405AverageR16 977FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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DeltaCheapestR14 849AverageR15 529FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air FranceCheapestR15 059AverageR23 993FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR15 686AverageR17 507FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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