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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Washington, D.C. from R10 534

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 31/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — WAS
Jun 18 — Jun 251
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 13 June 2025.

Round-trip from

R16 289

One-way from

R10 534

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R18 243
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 9/7-24/7
  • 3 total stops
  • 52h 45m total
  • Johannesburg to Washington, D.C.
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 31/10
  • 1 total stop
  • 34h 10m total
  • Johannesburg to Washington, D.C.
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price (R40 326 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R7 991 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 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 13 June 2025.

Wed 9/719:00JNB - IAD
1 stop24h 30mUnited Airlines
Thu 24/722:20IAD - JNB
2 stops28h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/6R16 289
Mon 27/1014:30JNB - IAD
2 stops24h 30mEthiopian Air
Wed 5/1120:40IAD - JNB
2 stops24h 15mEthiopian Air
Deal found 12/6R16 502
Sun 15/623:15JNB - IAD
1 stop22h 20mMultiple Airlines
Mon 23/621:20IAD - JNB
1 stop29h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/6R16 520
Sun 15/623:15JNB - DCA
2 stops25h 44mKLM
Mon 23/616:50DCA - JNB
2 stops22h 30mKLM
Deal found 13/6R16 644
Sun 15/620:40JNB - IAD
2 stops33h 52mVirgin Atlantic
Mon 23/617:29IAD - JNB
2 stops34h 51mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 13/6R17 142
Tue 16/921:15JNB - DCA
2 stops25h 14mAmerican Airlines
Mon 3/1118:35DCA - JNB
2 stops29h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/6R17 266
Sat 21/623:15JNB - IAD
1 stop22h 20mKLM
Sun 29/617:25IAD - JNB
1 stop21h 55mKLM
Deal found 11/6R17 337
Wed 13/819:25JNB - IAD
1 stop30h 45mBritish Airways
Wed 27/822:40IAD - JNB
1 stop28h 45mBritish Airways
Deal found 11/6R17 426
Tue 16/921:15JNB - BWI
1 stop28h 20mBritish Airways
Mon 3/1118:05BWI - JNB
2 stops30h 25mBritish Airways
Deal found 11/6R17 444
Sun 15/623:15JNB - BWI
2 stops23h 38mDelta
Mon 23/613:34BWI - JNB
1 stop24h 06mDelta
Deal found 13/6R17 852
Wed 9/721:20JNB - DCA
1 stop19h 07mUnited Airlines
Mon 21/716:05DCA - JNB
1 stop19h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/6R18 065
Sat 21/623:15JNB - IAD
1 stop22h 20mDelta
Mon 7/717:25IAD - JNB
1 stop21h 55mDelta
Deal found 11/6R18 385

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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

Wed 9/7

19:00-13:30

1 stop24h 30m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 24/7

22:20-8:35

2 stops28h 15m

R16 289

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 27/10

14:30-9:00

2 stops24h 30m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 5/11

20:40-3:55

2 stops24h 15m

R16 502

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 3/7

19:35-14:25

2 stops24h 50m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 5/1

22:24-7:05

2 stops49h 41m

R17 159

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - DCA

JNBDCA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 16/9

21:15-16:29

2 stops25h 14m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 3/11

18:35-7:30

2 stops29h 55m

R17 266

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 27/7

20:40-16:00

1 stop25h 20m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 3/8

17:50-10:20

1 stop34h 30m

R17 284

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 13/8

19:25-20:10

1 stop30h 45m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 27/8

22:40-9:25

1 stop28h 45m

R17 426

JohannesburgBaltimore

JNB - BWI

JNBBWI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 16/9

21:15-19:35

1 stop28h 20m

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 3/11

18:05-7:30

2 stops30h 25m

R17 444

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - DCA

JNBDCA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 9/7

21:20-10:27

1 stop19h 07m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 21/7

16:05-17:45

1 stop19h 40m

R18 065

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 13/7

18:50-16:20

1 stop27h 30m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 28/7

17:25-21:20

1 stop21h 55m

R18 421

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - DCA

JNBDCA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 3/7

18:50-16:33

2 stops27h 43m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 31/12

7:15-22:00

2 stops31h 45m

R18 492

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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 9 June 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 13 June 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 13 June 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates, Singapore Airlines 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.

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

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

    United Airlines, at R16 289, was found to be the cheapest airline from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Washington, D.C..Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Ethiopian Air and American Airlines. United Airlines is priced at 9% 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 534 on Qatar Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Egyptair from R11 546 and Etihad Airways from R12 381 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 Eventim Apollo, St. Paul's Cathedral, and London Eye more than anywhere else. Travellers on a stopover London can visit Eventim Apollo, St. Paul's Cathedral, and London Eye, by traveling 16,2 km, 25,2 km, and 23,6 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 R722 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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Ethiopian AirCheapestR14 495AverageR16 620FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR14 695AverageR15 826FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR15 501AverageR18 028FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapestR15 737AverageR18 897FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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DeltaCheapestR15 806AverageR19 183FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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British AirwaysCheapestR16 324AverageR18 652FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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