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$502+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Johannesburg

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 5/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
WAS — JNB
Apr 28 — May 51
Tue 4/28
Tue 5/5
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg
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 March 29, 2026.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/302:05 pm
IAD
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JNB
1 stop36h 10m
Etihad Airways
Wed 5/69:45 am
JNB
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IAD
1 stop30h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 3/27$830
This Vliegwinkel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Vliegwinkel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/302:05 pm
IAD
-
JNB
1 stop36h 10m
Etihad Airways
Wed 5/139:45 am
JNB
-
IAD
1 stop30h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 3/27$836
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/93:10 pm
IAD
-
JNB
1 stop35h 10m
Etihad Airways
Wed 9/169:50 am
JNB
-
IAD
1 stop29h 55m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 3/25$846
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/22:35 pm
IAD
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JNB
1 stop34h 45m
Etihad Airways
Fri 11/139:50 am
JNB
-
IAD
1 stop30h 15m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 3/29$860
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/63:10 pm
IAD
-
JNB
1 stop35h 05m
Etihad Airways
Sun 5/179:45 am
JNB
-
IAD
1 stop30h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 3/27$870
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/53:10 pm
IAD
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JNB
1 stop35h 10m
Etihad Airways
Sat 10/319:50 am
JNB
-
IAD
1 stop30h 15m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 3/24$886
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/53:10 pm
IAD
-
JNB
1 stop35h 10m
Etihad Airways
Thu 9/249:50 am
JNB
-
IAD
1 stop29h 55m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 3/27$900
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/283:10 pm
IAD
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JNB
1 stop35h 10m
Etihad Airways
Wed 9/99:50 am
JNB
-
IAD
1 stop29h 55m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 3/28$905
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/123:10 pm
IAD
-
JNB
1 stop35h 10m
Etihad Airways
Thu 9/249:50 am
JNB
-
IAD
1 stop29h 55m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 3/27$906
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/123:10 pm
IAD
-
JNB
1 stop35h 10m
Etihad Airways
Mon 9/219:50 am
JNB
-
IAD
1 stop29h 55m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 3/27$926
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/32:05 pm
IAD
-
JNB
1 stop36h 05m
Etihad Airways
Sun 4/129:45 am
JNB
-
IAD
1 stop30h 40m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 3/25$946
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/173:10 pm
IAD
-
JNB
1 stop35h 10m
Etihad Airways
Wed 9/309:50 am
JNB
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IAD
1 stop29h 55m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 3/28$973

Find flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Johannesburg (ZA1). 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 March 29, 2026.

Round-trip from

$830
(oojo)

One-way from

$502
(SmartFares)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,008
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 29, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg that are best for you.

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Cheapest round-trip

Washington, D.C.Johannesburg

IAD - JNB

IADJNB

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 5/12

10:55 am-4:15 pm

1 stop23h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 5/22

10:20 pm-8:40 am

1 stop40h 20m

$1,296

Washington, D.C.Johannesburg

IAD - JNB

IADJNB

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 4/30

10:55 am-5:30 am

1 stop36h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 5/4

10:20 pm-8:40 am

1 stop40h 20m

$1,349

Washington, D.C.Johannesburg

IAD - JNB

IADJNB

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 5/8

10:55 am-8:35 pm

1 stop27h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 5/15

10:05 am-8:40 am

1 stop28h 35m

$1,349

Washington, D.C.Johannesburg

IAD - JNB

IADJNB

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 4/1

11:05 am-3:50 pm

1 stop22h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 4/30

8:40 pm-4:05 pm

1 stop25h 25m

$1,481

Washington, D.C.Johannesburg

IAD - JNB

IADJNB

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 5/8

11:00 am-2:20 pm

2 stops45h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 5/15

4:50 pm-4:05 pm

2 stops29h 15m

$1,568

Washington, D.C.Johannesburg

IAD - JNB

IADJNB

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 4/9

9:00 pm-9:45 am

1 stop30h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 4/19

9:25 am-4:05 pm

3 stops36h 40m

$1,571

Washington, D.C.Johannesburg

IAD - JNB

IADJNB

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 4/13

9:00 pm-12:25 pm

2 stops33h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 4/19

8:40 pm-4:05 pm

1 stop25h 25m

$1,601

Washington, D.C.Johannesburg

IAD - JNB

IADJNB

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 4/1

11:05 am-3:50 pm

1 stop22h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/29

6:10 pm-4:05 pm

2 stops51h 55m

$1,644

Washington, D.C.Johannesburg

IAD - JNB

IADJNB

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 4/30

10:55 am-8:10 pm

1 stop27h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 5/4

2:30 pm-8:55 am

2 stops24h 25m

$1,658

Washington, D.C.Johannesburg

IAD - HLA

IADHLA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 4/14

10:55 am-9:05 am

2 stops40h 10m

Johannesburg Lanseria

Tue 5/5

7:00 am-8:40 am

2 stops31h 40m

$1,661

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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Johannesburg from Washington, D.C. with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg. Price data was last updated on March 13, 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg, you should look to book at least 33 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg (average of $672). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,084). 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 to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg?

Reviews of airlines servicing Johannesburg

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Johannesburg. 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 Johannesburg. Reviews last updated March 29, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Qatar Airways,Turkish Airlines, andUnited 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.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,730 reviews

Overall

7.4

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.5

Entertainment

7.3

Comfort

7.4

Crew

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Chris,Jul 2025

DFW - DOH

Too crammed for the amount you have to pay. That was very uncomfortable
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,730 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,730 reviews

Overall

7.4

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.5

Entertainment

7.3

Comfort

7.4

Crew

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Chris,Jul 2025

DFW - DOH

Too crammed for the amount you have to pay. That was very uncomfortable
Turkish Airlines
7.4
Good
4,287 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,730 reviews

Overall

7.4

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.5

Entertainment

7.3

Comfort

7.4

Crew

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Chris,Jul 2025

DFW - DOH

Too crammed for the amount you have to pay. That was very uncomfortable
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,514 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,730 reviews

Overall

7.4

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.5

Entertainment

7.3

Comfort

7.4

Crew

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Chris,Jul 2025

DFW - DOH

Too crammed for the amount you have to pay. That was very uncomfortable
JetBlue
7.2
Good
2,906 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,730 reviews

Overall

7.4

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.5

Entertainment

7.3

Comfort

7.4

Crew

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Chris,Jul 2025

DFW - DOH

Too crammed for the amount you have to pay. That was very uncomfortable
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
987 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,730 reviews

Overall

7.4

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.5

Entertainment

7.3

Comfort

7.4

Crew

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Chris,Jul 2025

DFW - DOH

Too crammed for the amount you have to pay. That was very uncomfortable

Related info for your journey

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

    There are many flights that can get you from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg in 22h 45m. Fly via Emirates, Qatar Airways, or RwandAir to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 8130 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 KLM. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $776 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Turkish Airlines and Etihad Airways, starting at $836 and $841 round-trip. KLM 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 $435. Etihad Airways flights start at $497 while deals on Qatar Airways start at $505 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, Baltimore/Washington - Johannesburg OR Tambo and Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Johannesburg OR Tambo.

  • 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg (average of $672). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,084). 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

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg. 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 29, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$685Average$1,542FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
KLMCheapest$776Average$1,456FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$836Average$968FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$841Average$1,408FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$880Average$1,167FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$922Average$1,195FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
British AirwaysCheapest$926Average$1,328FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
American AirlinesCheapest$967Average$1,604FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$982Average$1,251FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
JetBlueCheapest$1,063Average$2,096FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%

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