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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Washington, D.C. from R10 158

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 29/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — WAS
May 4 — May 111
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Washington, D.C. are usually found in February or March, booked 62 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Wednesday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from OR Tambo to Washington, D.C.

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from OR Tambo (JNB) 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 29 April 2025.

Round-trip from

R16 553

One-way from

R10 158

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R18 073
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 15/5-19/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 44h 35m total
  • Johannesburg to Washington, D.C.
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 29/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 25h 15m total
  • Johannesburg to Washington, D.C.
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price (R43 645 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R8 109 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025

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Cheapest flights from OR Tambo to Washington, D.C.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from OR Tambo to Washington, D.C.. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 29 April 2025.

Thu 15/514:30JNB - IAD
2 stops24h 25mEthiopian Air
Mon 19/510:55IAD - JNB
1 stop20h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 29/4R16 553
Mon 26/517:55JNB - IAD
1 stop23h 50mTurkish Airlines
Mon 30/613:30IAD - JNB
1 stop39h 05mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 29/4R16 738
Sun 16/1122:05JNB - IAD
1 stop24h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/1221:55IAD - JNB
1 stop29h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/4R16 887
Tue 13/521:15JNB - BWI
1 stop28h 20mMultiple Airlines
Fri 23/521:20BWI - JNB
1 stop27h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/4R16 905
Sat 24/519:35JNB - IAD
1 stop26h 40mSWISS
Sat 31/520:45IAD - JNB
1 stop30h 35mSWISS
Deal found 28/4R16 961
Thu 1/518:50JNB - IAD
1 stop27h 30mDelta
Sun 11/517:40IAD - JNB
1 stop20h 00mDelta
Deal found 29/4R17 016
Tue 7/1021:55JNB - DCA
1 stop28h 19mDelta
Wed 28/111:00DCA - JNB
2 stops28h 00mDelta
Deal found 29/4R17 128
Fri 13/619:25JNB - DCA
2 stops33h 42mMultiple Airlines
Fri 20/617:00DCA - JNB
2 stops32h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/4R17 165
Thu 29/523:15JNB - IAD
1 stop22h 20mKLM
Mon 30/617:25IAD - JNB
1 stop21h 55mKLM
Deal found 29/4R17 202
Wed 18/621:15JNB - BWI
1 stop28h 20mBritish Airways
Wed 25/621:20BWI - JNB
1 stop27h 40mBritish Airways
Deal found 29/4R17 387
Wed 24/1212:20JNB - IAD
2 stops33h 15mLufthansa
Thu 1/122:20IAD - JNB
2 stops34h 15mLufthansa
Deal found 29/4R17 517
Sat 15/1119:45JNB - IAD
1 stop27h 30mAir France
Sun 7/1221:30IAD - JNB
1 stop28h 45mAir France
Deal found 28/4R17 610

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Washington, D.C. that are best for you.

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OR Tambo

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Washington, D.C.

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 15/5

14:30-8:55

2 stops24h 25m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 19/5

10:55-13:05

1 stop20h 10m

R16 553

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 26/5

17:55-11:45

1 stop23h 50m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 30/6

13:30-10:35

1 stop39h 05m

R16 738

JohannesburgBaltimore

JNB - BWI

JNBBWI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 13/5

21:15-19:35

1 stop28h 20m

Baltimore/Washington

Fri 23/5

21:20-7:00

1 stop27h 40m

R16 905

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 13/5

21:15-15:45

1 stop24h 30m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 23/5

17:40-7:00

1 stop31h 20m

R16 905

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 24/5

19:35-16:15

1 stop26h 40m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 31/5

20:45-9:20

1 stop30h 35m

R16 961

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 7/10

21:55-0:07

1 stop32h 12m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 28/1

19:10-9:15

2 stops31h 05m

R17 091

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - DCA

JNBDCA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 7/10

21:55-20:14

1 stop28h 19m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 28/1

11:00-22:00

2 stops28h 00m

R17 128

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - DCA

JNBDCA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/6

19:25-23:07

2 stops33h 42m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 20/6

17:00-7:00

2 stops32h 00m

R17 165

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 29/5

23:15-15:35

1 stop22h 20m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 30/6

17:25-21:20

1 stop21h 55m

R17 202

JohannesburgBaltimore

JNB - BWI

JNBBWI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 18/6

21:15-19:35

1 stop28h 20m

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 25/6

21:20-7:00

1 stop27h 40m

R17 387

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

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Cheapflights Insights

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Washington, D.C.?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from OR Tambo to Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on 25 April 2025.

The best time to book flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Washington, D.C. is 62 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 OR Tambo Airport to Washington, D.C.?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Washington, D.C. (average of R815). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Washington, D.C. in August is currently the most expensive (average of R1 264). 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 OR Tambo 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 29 April 2025.

Unlike at midday, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 12% on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Washington, D.C. by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

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 inches 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).

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 April 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines, Emirates and Delta from Johannesburg to Washington, D.C. have to say. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8,2

Food

7,7

Comfort

7,9

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Boarding

8,2

Food

7,7

Comfort

7,9

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Boarding

8,2

Food

7,7

Comfort

7,9

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Boarding

8,2

Food

7,7

Comfort

7,9

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Boarding

8,2

Food

7,7

Comfort

7,9

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Boarding

8,2

Food

7,7

Comfort

7,9

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Related info for your journey

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

    Ethiopian Air, at R16 553, was found to be the cheapest airline from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Washington, D.C..Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Turkish Airlines and SWISS. Ethiopian Air is priced at 11% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as R10 158 on Qatar Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Egyptair from R11 974 and Turkish Airlines from R12 290 one-way.

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

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

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

    London travellers tend to visit London Eye, St. Paul's Cathedral, and Russell Square more than anywhere else. Travellers on a stopover London can visit London Eye, St. Paul's Cathedral, and Russell Square, by traveling 23,6 km, 25,2 km, and 23,5 km, respectively after landing at London Heathrow. Those looking to explore during their stopover in London can hire a car from London Heathrow for about R609 per day.

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

  • Can I find deals for flights from OR Tambo to Washington, D.C. that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on OR Tambo to Washington, D.C. flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from OR Tambo 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 OR Tambo to Washington, D.C..

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from OR Tambo to Washington, D.C.?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from OR Tambo 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 OR Tambo Airport to Washington, D.C.?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Washington, D.C. (average of R815). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Washington, D.C. in August is currently the most expensive (average of R1 264). 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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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR14 599AverageR17 787FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR14 832AverageR17 884FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR15 131AverageR16 930FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR15 335AverageR16 641FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR15 912AverageR19 284FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapestR16 016AverageR19 913FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR16 163AverageR20 461FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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British AirwaysCheapestR16 418AverageR19 333FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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DeltaCheapestR16 494AverageR20 018FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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United AirlinesCheapestR17 276AverageR25 111FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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