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

There are many flights that can get you from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg in 27h 45m. Fly via Turkish Airlines, Kenya Airways, or British Airways to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 8107 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

Our cheapest airline available from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg is Etihad Airways. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $785 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Virgin Atlantic and Ethiopian Air, starting at $823 and $865 round-trip. Etihad Airways is priced at 34% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Egyptair, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $486. Etihad Airways flights start at $546 while deals on British Airways start at $866 one-way.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Johannesburg ranges from 0.0 - 4.7 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.7 in. June is typically the driest time to visit Johannesburg when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Johannesburg, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 68.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 50.0 F).

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

The most popular flight routes from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg are Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Johannesburg OR Tambo, Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Johannesburg OR Tambo and Baltimore/Washington - Johannesburg OR Tambo.

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg?

Before booking your flight from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg check out the most popular airlines for this route: American Airlines, JetBlue or British Airways.

Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg?

Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg flights have a layover in Addis Ababa most often.

Where are the least popular layover locations for Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg flights?

Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg flights that have layovers will least frequently stop in Doha.

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg?

Users have found that flying from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg on a Thursday typically leans towards higher prices. However, this doesn’t mean you still can’t find a deal. Flexibility with other aspects of your flight can still land a great price for your trip.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg?

To save up to 20% on this flight, we recommend booking at least 14 days prior to travel. The price may fluctuate and will likely increase closer to your departure date. Users on Cheapflights have found tickets from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg from $866 1-2 weeks out and tickets from $1,044 for flights departing within the next 72 hours.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg?

November can be a great time to fly to Johannesburg from Washington, D.C. with a flight ticket averaging about $1,197. Cheapflights users have found deals in the month of November for as cheap as $864. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of December.

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

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

How can I find direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg?

After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg.

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

Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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Q: How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment. Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg flights typically cost between $959 and $1,177 in October. The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 3 days was $949 on Turkish Airlines (Oct 15-Oct 22).

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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 15, 2025.

Wed 10/151:30 pmIAD - JNB

1 stop39h 05mTurkish Airlines

Wed 10/225:55 pmJNB - IAD

1 stop23h 50mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 9/15

$949

Mon 9/299:00 pmIAD - JNB

1 stop37h 10mQatar Airways

Mon 12/221:45 pmJNB - IAD

1 stop33h 10mQatar Airways

Deal found 9/15

$951

Sat 11/112:00 pmIAD - JNB

1 stop37h 10mEgyptair

Sun 11/169:45 pmJNB - IAD

1 stop38h 15mEgyptair

Deal found 9/13

$952

Tue 10/282:30 pmIAD - JNB

1 stop38h 20mMultiple Airlines

Tue 11/412:20 pmJNB - IAD

2 stops30h 25mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/13

$953

Fri 11/211:30 pmIAD - JNB

1 stop38h 20mTurkish Airlines

Sat 12/67:10 pmJNB - IAD

1 stop31h 05mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 9/14

$954

Wed 10/111:00 amIAD - JNB

1 stop23h 10mQatar Airways

Thu 10/161:55 pmJNB - IAD

1 stop24h 45mQatar Airways

Deal found 9/13

$957

Fri 12/59:10 pmIAD - JNB

1 stop30h 40mTurkish Airlines

Mon 12/227:05 pmJNB - IAD

1 stop31h 10mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 9/15

$958

Sat 10/1812:00 pmIAD - JNB

1 stop37h 10mEgyptair

Sun 10/269:45 pmJNB - IAD

1 stop37h 15mEgyptair

Deal found 9/13

$959

Thu 10/2310:55 amIAD - JNB

1 stop20h 10mEthiopian Air

Mon 11/32:30 pmJNB - IAD

2 stops24h 30mEthiopian Air

Deal found 9/14

$960

Sat 11/1512:00 pmIAD - JNB

1 stop36h 10mEgyptair

Sun 11/239:45 pmJNB - IAD

1 stop38h 15mEgyptair

Deal found 9/13

$961

Wed 10/111:00 amIAD - JNB

1 stop23h 10mQatar Airways

Fri 10/311:45 pmJNB - IAD

1 stop33h 10mQatar Airways

Deal found 9/13

$962

Fri 11/79:10 pmIAD - JNB

1 stop30h 40mTurkish Airlines

Thu 11/207:10 pmJNB - IAD

1 stop31h 05mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 9/13

$964

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Wed 3/112:30 pmIAD - JNB

1 stop38h 20mTurkish Airlines

Fri 3/277:05 pmJNB - IAD

1 stop31h 10mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 9/14

$951

Tue 11/2510:00 amIAD - JNB

1 stop20h 05mEthiopian Air

Mon 12/12:30 pmJNB - IAD

2 stops24h 30mEthiopian Air

Deal found 9/12

$1,020

Thu 10/2310:05 pmIAD - JNB

1 stop28h 15mEtihad Airways

Sat 11/89:50 amJNB - IAD

1 stop37h 00mEtihad Airways

Deal found 9/13

$1,021

Sat 3/149:05 pmIAD - JNB

1 stop29h 35mJetBlue

Sat 3/211:45 pmJNB - IAD

1 stop25h 35mJetBlue

Deal found 9/14

$1,059

Mon 2/96:05 amDCA - JNB

2 stops26h 45mMultiple Airlines

Mon 2/161:35 amJNB - DCA

2 stops47h 31mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/13

$1,066

Wed 10/16:05 amDCA - JNB

2 stops27h 45mKenya Airways

Thu 12/2512:05 pmJNB - DCA

2 stops40h 26mKenya Airways

Deal found 9/15

$1,084

Sat 11/158:35 pmBWI - JNB

1 stop28h 00mBritish Airways

Tue 11/257:35 pmJNB - BWI

1 stop30h 10mBritish Airways

Deal found 9/13

$1,123

Mon 10/2010:33 amDCA - JNB

1 stop25h 12mUnited Airlines

Tue 11/410:00 pmJNB - DCA

1 stop19h 29mUnited Airlines

Deal found 9/13

$1,544

Thu 1/2912:05 pmDCA - JNB

1 stop23h 55mDelta

Wed 2/119:55 pmJNB - DCA

1 stop20h 01mDelta

Deal found 9/15

$1,551

Sat 11/229:10 pmIAD - JNB

1 stop30h 40mTurkish Airlines

Tue 11/257:10 pmJNB - IAD

1 stop23h 35mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 9/12

$966

Wed 3/1111:00 amIAD - JNB

1 stop20h 05mEthiopian Air

Mon 3/232:30 pmJNB - IAD

2 stops24h 30mEthiopian Air

Deal found 9/14

$1,020

Sun 3/82:30 pmIAD - JNB

1 stop38h 20mTurkish Airlines

Thu 3/197:10 pmJNB - IAD

1 stop23h 35mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 9/13

$971

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Wed 9/2410:55 amIAD - JNB

1 stop20h 10mEthiopian Air

Mon 12/222:30 pmJNB - IAD

2 stops24h 30mEthiopian Air

Deal found 9/15

$964

Mon 9/299:00 pmIAD - JNB

1 stop37h 10mQatar Airways

Mon 12/221:45 pmJNB - IAD

1 stop33h 10mQatar Airways

Deal found 9/15

$951

Wed 10/111:00 amIAD - JNB

1 stop23h 10mQatar Airways

Thu 10/161:55 pmJNB - IAD

1 stop24h 45mQatar Airways

Deal found 9/13

$957

Wed 10/111:00 amIAD - JNB

1 stop23h 10mQatar Airways

Fri 10/311:45 pmJNB - IAD

1 stop33h 10mQatar Airways

Deal found 9/13

$962

Mon 10/69:40 pmIAD - JNB

1 stop30h 55mTurkish Airlines

Sat 10/185:50 pmJNB - IAD

1 stop23h 55mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 9/15

$967

Tue 10/149:00 pmIAD - JNB

1 stop37h 10mQatar Airways

Tue 10/281:45 pmJNB - IAD

1 stop33h 10mQatar Airways

Deal found 9/13

$965

Wed 10/151:30 pmIAD - JNB

1 stop39h 05mTurkish Airlines

Wed 10/225:55 pmJNB - IAD

1 stop23h 50mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 9/15

$949

Wed 10/1511:00 amIAD - JNB

1 stop23h 10mQatar Airways

Tue 10/211:55 pmJNB - IAD

1 stop24h 45mQatar Airways

Deal found 9/15

$968

Sat 10/1812:00 pmIAD - JNB

1 stop37h 10mEgyptair

Sun 10/269:45 pmJNB - IAD

1 stop37h 15mEgyptair

Deal found 9/13

$959

Thu 10/239:20 pmIAD - JNB

2 stops24h 35mEthiopian Air

Thu 11/132:30 pmJNB - IAD

2 stops24h 30mEthiopian Air

Deal found 9/14

$960

Tue 10/282:30 pmIAD - JNB

1 stop38h 20mMultiple Airlines

Tue 11/412:20 pmJNB - IAD

2 stops30h 25mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/13

$953

Fri 10/3110:10 pmIAD - JNB

1 stop30h 40mTurkish Airlines

Wed 11/197:05 pmJNB - IAD

1 stop31h 10mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 9/13

$966

One-way flights from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg
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Sat 10/2512:00 pmIAD - JNB

1 stop37h 10mEgyptair

Deal found 9/13

$460

Sat 11/2912:00 pmIAD - JNB

1 stop36h 10mEgyptair

Deal found 9/13

$465

Sat 11/112:00 pmIAD - JNB

1 stop37h 10mEgyptair

Deal found 9/13

$477

Sat 10/1812:00 pmIAD - JNB

1 stop37h 10mEgyptair

Deal found 9/13

$486

Sat 11/812:00 pmIAD - JNB

1 stop36h 10mEgyptair

Deal found 9/13

$487

Sat 11/1512:00 pmIAD - JNB

1 stop36h 10mEgyptair

Deal found 9/15

$509

Wed 10/1510:05 pmIAD - JNB

1 stop28h 15mEtihad Airways

Deal found 9/14

$511

Wed 10/2910:10 pmIAD - JNB

1 stop28h 10mEtihad Airways

Deal found 9/15

$521

Wed 11/129:10 pmIAD - JNB

1 stop28h 10mEtihad Airways

Deal found 9/13

$527

Wed 10/2210:05 pmIAD - JNB

1 stop28h 15mEtihad Airways

Deal found 9/13

$546

Wed 3/1110:10 pmIAD - JNB

1 stop28h 10mEtihad Airways

Deal found 9/13

$547

Mon 10/204:12 pmBWI - JNB

2 stops34h 08mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/13

$590

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Washington, D.C.Johannesburg

IAD - JNB

IADJNB

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 3/11

2:30 pm-10:50 am

1 stop38h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 3/27

7:05 pm-8:15 pm

1 stop31h 10m

$951

Washington, D.C.Johannesburg

IAD - JNB

IADJNB

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 11/22

9:10 pm-10:50 am

1 stop30h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 11/25

7:10 pm-11:45 am

1 stop23h 35m

$966

Washington, D.C.Johannesburg

IAD - JNB

IADJNB

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 3/8

2:30 pm-10:50 am

1 stop38h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 3/19

7:10 pm-12:45 pm

1 stop23h 35m

$971

Washington, D.C.Johannesburg

IAD - JNB

IADJNB

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 3/13

10:10 pm-10:50 am

1 stop30h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 3/26

7:10 pm-12:45 pm

1 stop23h 35m

$991

Washington, D.C.Johannesburg

IAD - JNB

IADJNB

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 3/14

10:10 pm-10:50 am

1 stop30h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 3/19

7:10 pm-8:15 pm

1 stop31h 05m

$991

Washington, D.C.Johannesburg

IAD - JNB

IADJNB

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 11/25

10:00 am-1:05 pm

1 stop20h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 12/1

2:30 pm-8:00 am

2 stops24h 30m

$1,020

Washington, D.C.Johannesburg

IAD - JNB

IADJNB

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 3/11

11:00 am-1:05 pm

1 stop20h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 3/23

2:30 pm-9:00 am

2 stops24h 30m

$1,020

Washington, D.C.Johannesburg

IAD - JNB

IADJNB

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 10/30

11:00 am-1:05 pm

1 stop20h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 11/16

2:30 pm-8:00 am

2 stops24h 30m

$1,020

Washington, D.C.Johannesburg

IAD - JNB

IADJNB

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 10/30

11:00 am-1:05 pm

1 stop20h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 11/13

2:30 pm-8:00 am

2 stops24h 30m

$1,020

Washington, D.C.Johannesburg

IAD - JNB

IADJNB

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 10/23

10:05 pm-8:20 am

1 stop28h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 11/8

9:50 am-3:50 pm

1 stop37h 00m

$1,021

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg, you should look to book at least 13 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg (average of $1,173). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,675). 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 WAS to JNB?

When flying from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 26% versus a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg?

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg?

Reviews of airlines servicing Johannesburg

Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, Qatar Airways, and United Airlines from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Delta

8.0

Very good

7,954 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

Delta

8.0

Very good

7,954 reviews

Delta

8.0

Very good

7,954 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

Qatar Airways

7.4

Good

3,624 reviews

Delta

8.0

Very good

7,954 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

United Airlines

7.4

Good

8,929 reviews

Delta

8.0

Very good

7,954 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

Turkish Airlines

7.3

Good

3,968 reviews

Delta

8.0

Very good

7,954 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

Ethiopian Air

7.2

Good

861 reviews

Delta

8.0

Very good

7,954 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

Related info for your journey

How long is the flight from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg?
There are many flights that can get you from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg in 27h 45m. Fly via Turkish Airlines, Kenya Airways, or British Airways to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 8107 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg round-trip?
Our cheapest airline available from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg is Etihad Airways. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $785 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Virgin Atlantic and Ethiopian Air, starting at $823 and $865 round-trip. Etihad Airways is priced at 34% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg one-way?
To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Egyptair, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $486. Etihad Airways flights start at $546 while deals on British Airways start at $866 one-way.
What are the most popular routes from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg?
The most popular flight routes from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg are Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Johannesburg OR Tambo, Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Johannesburg OR Tambo and Baltimore/Washington - Johannesburg OR Tambo.
Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg?
Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg flights have a layover in Addis Ababa most often.
Where are the least popular layover locations for Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg flights?
Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg flights that have layovers will least frequently stop in Doha.
Can I find deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg 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 Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg (average of $1,173). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,675). 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 Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Delta	Cheapest$685	Average$1,665	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A
Etihad Airways	Cheapest$785	Average$1,119	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%
Virgin Atlantic	Cheapest$823	Average$2,185	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time72%
Turkish Airlines	Cheapest$864	Average$970	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%
Ethiopian Air	Cheapest$865	Average$1,033	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time72%
American Airlines	Cheapest$903	Average$1,391	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%
Qatar Airways	Cheapest$922	Average$1,195	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time68%
British Airways	Cheapest$926	Average$1,264	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time70%
United Airlines	Cheapest$979	Average$1,322	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%
KLM	Cheapest$997	Average$1,383	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%

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$460+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Johannesburg

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