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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Washington, D.C. from R8 995

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 4/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — WAS
May 19 — May 261
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 19 April 2026.

Thu 16/79:50
JNB
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IAD
1 stop29h 55m
Etihad Airways
Fri 21/815:10
IAD
-
JNB
1 stop35h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 15/4R15 724
Tue 26/519:50
JNB
-
IAD
1 stop28h 30m
Qatar Airways
Tue 15/921:00
IAD
-
JNB
1 stop30h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 18/4R16 034
Tue 1/920:55
JNB
-
IAD
1 stop41h 50m
Qatar Airways
Mon 14/921:00
IAD
-
JNB
1 stop30h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 18/4R16 327
Tue 5/519:50
JNB
-
IAD
1 stop28h 30m
Qatar Airways
Tue 12/521:00
IAD
-
JNB
1 stop25h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 17/4R16 393
Thu 7/519:50
JNB
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IAD
1 stop28h 30m
Qatar Airways
Tue 12/521:00
IAD
-
JNB
1 stop25h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 17/4R16 409
Fri 1/519:50
JNB
-
IAD
1 stop28h 20m
Qatar Airways
Thu 21/521:00
IAD
-
JNB
1 stop31h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 14/4R16 490
Wed 29/412:40
JNB
-
IAD
1 stop35h 30m
Qatar Airways
Sat 16/521:00
IAD
-
JNB
1 stop31h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 14/4R16 735
Fri 1/512:40
JNB
-
IAD
1 stop35h 40m
Qatar Airways
Wed 20/521:00
IAD
-
JNB
1 stop31h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 16/4R16 849
Thu 3/914:45
JNB
-
IAD
1 stop24h 00m
Qatar Airways
Sun 6/911:05
IAD
-
JNB
1 stop22h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 14/4R16 881
Sat 16/512:40
JNB
-
IAD
1 stop35h 40m
Qatar Airways
Sat 23/521:00
IAD
-
JNB
1 stop25h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 18/4R16 914
Fri 20/1122:00
JNB
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BWI
1 stop27h 45m
British Airways
Fri 8/120:35
BWI
-
JNB
1 stop28h 00m
British Airways
Deal found 18/4R16 930
Sat 25/419:50
JNB
-
IAD
1 stop28h 20m
Qatar Airways
Sat 2/521:00
IAD
-
JNB
1 stop31h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 14/4R16 979

Find 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 19 April 2026.

Round-trip from

R15 724

One-way from

R8 995

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R16 213
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 16/7-21/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 65h 05m total
  • Johannesburg to Washington, D.C.
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 4/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 35h 30m total
  • Johannesburg to Washington, D.C.
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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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JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 6/9

20:25-20:55

1 stop30h 30m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 20/9

22:55-8:45

1 stop27h 50m

R19 000

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 26/5

19:25-17:25

1 stop28h 00m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 15/9

20:15-7:00

2 stops28h 45m

R19 863

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - DCA

JNBDCA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 12/5

21:15-16:45

2 stops25h 30m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 3/6

18:40-7:00

2 stops30h 20m

R20 271

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - DCA

JNBDCA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 19/5

19:25-16:45

2 stops27h 20m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 3/6

18:40-7:00

2 stops30h 20m

R20 320

JohannesburgBaltimore

JNB - BWI

JNBBWI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 20/5

21:15-17:47

2 stops26h 32m

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 1/6

21:30-9:25

1 stop29h 55m

R20 466

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 16/5

13:30-8:40

1 stop25h 10m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 1/6

10:55-16:15

1 stop23h 20m

R20 564

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - DCA

JNBDCA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 6/9

20:25-16:06

2 stops25h 41m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 20/9

10:00-19:40

2 stops27h 40m

R20 808

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 23/5

13:30-8:40

1 stop25h 10m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 19/7

10:55-16:15

1 stop23h 20m

R21 362

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 25/5

13:30-8:40

1 stop25h 10m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 17/7

10:55-20:35

1 stop27h 40m

R21 362

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 3/9

21:15-17:25

1 stop26h 10m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 6/9

18:24-7:00

2 stops30h 36m

R21 460

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

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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 17 April 2026.

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Washington, D.C. (average of R8 538). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Washington, D.C. in August is currently the most expensive (average of R14 258). 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 OR Tambo Airport to Washington, D.C.?

What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Washington, D.C.?

Share of one-stop return flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Washington, D.C. chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.

London (LHR) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 35% of one-stop itineraries from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Washington, D.C. on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Washington, D.C.?

Average return fare for one-stop flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Washington, D.C., chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same stopover each way.

Zurich (ZRH) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of R13 763.

What’s the fastest stopover option from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Washington, D.C.?

Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Washington, D.C., based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Newark (EWR) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 19h 49m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Washington, D.C.?

Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Washington, D.C., chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Newark (EWR) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 2h 08m.

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 19 April 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Virgin Atlantic,Qatar Airways, andUnited Airlines from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Washington, D.C. to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Virgin Atlantic
7,5
Good
687 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,1

Food

6,9

Entertainment

7,5

Overall

7,5

Boarding

7,7

Comfort

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Pratap,Aug 2025

JFK - LHR

The flight is clean, food good and the staff are excellent! Very professional, polite and accommodating. The seat itself is really mediocre. Can’t believe there is not inch of storage space. Believe it or not it there is not place even to put away your phone or pen!! Very very surprising and terribly inconvenient. No coat hanger hook either. Had to give it away. ALL IN ALL VERY INCONVENIENT business class seat compared to their peers. What is even more surprising is that this on their relatively new fleet of Airbus A350-1000. I was having com platelets different expectations of Virgin and this has disappointed me. Everything else is just as good and as you would expect from Virgin!
Virgin Atlantic
7,5
Good
687 reviews
Virgin Atlantic
7,5
Good
687 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,1

Food

6,9

Entertainment

7,5

Overall

7,5

Boarding

7,7

Comfort

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Pratap,Aug 2025

JFK - LHR

The flight is clean, food good and the staff are excellent! Very professional, polite and accommodating. The seat itself is really mediocre. Can’t believe there is not inch of storage space. Believe it or not it there is not place even to put away your phone or pen!! Very very surprising and terribly inconvenient. No coat hanger hook either. Had to give it away. ALL IN ALL VERY INCONVENIENT business class seat compared to their peers. What is even more surprising is that this on their relatively new fleet of Airbus A350-1000. I was having com platelets different expectations of Virgin and this has disappointed me. Everything else is just as good and as you would expect from Virgin!
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 730 reviews
Virgin Atlantic
7,5
Good
687 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,1

Food

6,9

Entertainment

7,5

Overall

7,5

Boarding

7,7

Comfort

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Pratap,Aug 2025

JFK - LHR

The flight is clean, food good and the staff are excellent! Very professional, polite and accommodating. The seat itself is really mediocre. Can’t believe there is not inch of storage space. Believe it or not it there is not place even to put away your phone or pen!! Very very surprising and terribly inconvenient. No coat hanger hook either. Had to give it away. ALL IN ALL VERY INCONVENIENT business class seat compared to their peers. What is even more surprising is that this on their relatively new fleet of Airbus A350-1000. I was having com platelets different expectations of Virgin and this has disappointed me. Everything else is just as good and as you would expect from Virgin!
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 604 reviews
Virgin Atlantic
7,5
Good
687 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,1

Food

6,9

Entertainment

7,5

Overall

7,5

Boarding

7,7

Comfort

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Pratap,Aug 2025

JFK - LHR

The flight is clean, food good and the staff are excellent! Very professional, polite and accommodating. The seat itself is really mediocre. Can’t believe there is not inch of storage space. Believe it or not it there is not place even to put away your phone or pen!! Very very surprising and terribly inconvenient. No coat hanger hook either. Had to give it away. ALL IN ALL VERY INCONVENIENT business class seat compared to their peers. What is even more surprising is that this on their relatively new fleet of Airbus A350-1000. I was having com platelets different expectations of Virgin and this has disappointed me. Everything else is just as good and as you would expect from Virgin!
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
1 002 reviews
Virgin Atlantic
7,5
Good
687 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,1

Food

6,9

Entertainment

7,5

Overall

7,5

Boarding

7,7

Comfort

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Pratap,Aug 2025

JFK - LHR

The flight is clean, food good and the staff are excellent! Very professional, polite and accommodating. The seat itself is really mediocre. Can’t believe there is not inch of storage space. Believe it or not it there is not place even to put away your phone or pen!! Very very surprising and terribly inconvenient. No coat hanger hook either. Had to give it away. ALL IN ALL VERY INCONVENIENT business class seat compared to their peers. What is even more surprising is that this on their relatively new fleet of Airbus A350-1000. I was having com platelets different expectations of Virgin and this has disappointed me. Everything else is just as good and as you would expect from Virgin!
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 893 reviews
Virgin Atlantic
7,5
Good
687 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,1

Food

6,9

Entertainment

7,5

Overall

7,5

Boarding

7,7

Comfort

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Pratap,Aug 2025

JFK - LHR

The flight is clean, food good and the staff are excellent! Very professional, polite and accommodating. The seat itself is really mediocre. Can’t believe there is not inch of storage space. Believe it or not it there is not place even to put away your phone or pen!! Very very surprising and terribly inconvenient. No coat hanger hook either. Had to give it away. ALL IN ALL VERY INCONVENIENT business class seat compared to their peers. What is even more surprising is that this on their relatively new fleet of Airbus A350-1000. I was having com platelets different expectations of Virgin and this has disappointed me. Everything else is just as good and as you would expect from Virgin!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from OR Tambo 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 OR Tambo Airport to Washington, D.C.?

    There are many flights that can get you from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Washington, D.C. in 25h 10m. Fly via Delta, British Airways, or Emirates to get the fastest option. The distance between Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and Washington, D.C. is about 13084 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Etihad Airways, at R12 760, 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 Ethiopian Air. Etihad Airways is priced at 19% 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 R8 332 on Qatar Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Emirates from R11 409 and British Airways from R13 352 one-way.

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

    The most popular route from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Washington, D.C. is Johannesburg OR Tambo - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl. You may also consider Johannesburg OR Tambo - Baltimore/Washington or Johannesburg OR Tambo - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National.

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

    Of the flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Washington, D.C. that have stopovers, most of them stop in London.

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

    London travellers tend to visit Eventim Apollo, Russell Square, and Royal Albert Hall more than anywhere else. Travellers on a stopover London can visit Eventim Apollo, Russell Square, and Royal Albert Hall, by traveling 16,2 km, 23,5 km, and 19,6 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 R417 per day.

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

    Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Washington, D.C. flights have a stopover in Doha the least frequently.

  • 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Washington, D.C. (average of R8 538). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Washington, D.C. in August is currently the most expensive (average of R14 258). 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 OR Tambo to Washington, D.C.

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from OR Tambo 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 19 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
KLMCheapestR8 780AverageR16 411FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR12 760AverageR13 700FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR13 440AverageR14 079FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR13 554AverageR15 201FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR13 715AverageR16 338FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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United AirlinesCheapestR13 970AverageR17 358FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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British AirwaysCheapestR14 097AverageR16 817FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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DeltaCheapestR15 300AverageR15 870FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR16 556AverageR17 909FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestR17 908AverageR19 644FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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