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$558+ Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Washington, D.C. (WAS)

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JNB — WAS
Mar 5 — Mar 121
Thu 3/5
Thu 3/12
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Washington, D.C.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Johannesburg to Washington, D.C.. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 3, 2026.

This Bravofly deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Bravofly is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/92:30 pm
JNB
-
IAD
2 stops24h 30m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 3/2311:00 am
IAD
-
JNB
1 stop20h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 2/2$821
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/32:30 pm
JNB
-
IAD
2 stops24h 30m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 3/1011:00 am
IAD
-
JNB
1 stop20h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 2/2$826
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/197:35 pm
JNB
-
IAD
2 stops27h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 3/96:05 pm
IAD
-
JNB
2 stops31h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/3$828
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/169:50 am
JNB
-
IAD
1 stop30h 15m
Etihad Airways
Thu 3/193:35 pm
IAD
-
JNB
1 stop34h 45m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 2/1$829
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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 2/192:30 pm
JNB
-
IAD
2 stops24h 30m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 3/911:00 am
IAD
-
JNB
1 stop20h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 2/3$833
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/52:30 pm
JNB
-
IAD
2 stops24h 30m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 2/1210:00 am
IAD
-
JNB
1 stop20h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 2/3$835
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/182:30 pm
JNB
-
IAD
2 stops24h 30m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 3/410:00 am
IAD
-
JNB
1 stop20h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 2/3$838
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/137:05 pm
JNB
-
IAD
1 stop23h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Sat 2/289:15 pm
IAD
-
JNB
1 stop30h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 2/3$841
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Mon 3/97:05 pm
JNB
-
IAD
1 stop31h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 3/232:30 pm
IAD
-
JNB
1 stop38h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 2/2$842
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Thu 9/105:50 pm
JNB
-
IAD
1 stop23h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 9/179:45 pm
IAD
-
JNB
1 stop30h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 2/2$845
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/37:10 pm
JNB
-
IAD
1 stop23h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 3/1010:15 pm
IAD
-
JNB
1 stop30h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 2/2$848
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/187:35 pm
JNB
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BWI
1 stop30h 10m
British Airways
Sun 3/229:35 pm
BWI
-
JNB
1 stop30h 50m
British Airways
Deal found 2/1$877

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

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Johannesburg (ZA1) 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 February 3, 2026.

Round-trip from

$821
(Bravofly)

One-way from

$558
(Mytrip)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$885
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Johannesburg to Washington, D.C. 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 February 3, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Johannesburg to Washington, D.C. that are best for you.

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Return

Price

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 3/16

9:50 am-10:05 am

1 stop30h 15m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 3/19

3:35 pm-8:20 am

1 stop34h 45m

$829

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 2/13

9:50 am-9:05 am

1 stop30h 15m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 3/2

2:35 pm-8:20 am

1 stop34h 45m

$865

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 5/3

9:50 am-9:45 am

1 stop29h 55m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 5/8

3:10 pm-8:20 am

1 stop35h 10m

$867

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 2/19

2:30 pm-8:00 am

2 stops24h 30m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 3/5

10:00 am-1:05 pm

1 stop20h 05m

$868

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 2/18

9:50 am-9:05 am

1 stop30h 15m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 3/4

2:35 pm-8:20 am

1 stop34h 45m

$871

JohannesburgBaltimore

JNB - BWI

JNBBWI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 5/1

7:25 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop30h 15m

Baltimore/Washington

Fri 5/8

9:30 pm-9:25 am

1 stop29h 55m

$892

JohannesburgBaltimore

JNB - BWI

JNBBWI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 2/13

10:00 pm-9:17 pm

2 stops30h 17m

Baltimore/Washington

Fri 2/27

6:30 am-6:35 pm

2 stops29h 05m

$893

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - DCA

JNBDCA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 2/13

10:00 pm-12:23 pm

1 stop21h 23m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 3/4

6:00 pm-6:35 pm

1 stop17h 35m

$893

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - DCA

JNBDCA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 2/13

10:00 pm-12:23 pm

1 stop21h 23m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 3/5

6:00 pm-6:35 pm

1 stop17h 35m

$893

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - DCA

JNBDCA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 2/13

10:00 pm-12:23 pm

1 stop21h 23m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 2/28

4:10 pm-6:35 pm

1 stop19h 25m

$893

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

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Johannesburg to Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on January 30, 2026.

Booking 86 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Johannesburg to Washington, D.C.. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Washington, D.C. (average of $541). Flying from Johannesburg to Washington, D.C. in August is currently the most expensive (average of $916). 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 Johannesburg to Washington, D.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 February 3, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates, Delta, and KLM from Johannesburg to Washington, D.C. by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,501 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,501 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,501 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,141 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,501 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
KLM
7.7
Good
1,448 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,501 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,235 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,501 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,714 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,501 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.

Related info for your journey

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

    Departing from Johannesburg to Washington, D.C. will take you 30h 15m. 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 Johannesburg to Washington, D.C. round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Johannesburg to Washington, D.C. is Etihad Airways. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $817 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Ethiopian Air and Turkish Airlines, starting at $830 and $849 round-trip. These flights start at 15% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Turkish Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $398. Users have also found prices from $553 and $773 on Qatar Airways and Emirates, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Johannesburg 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 to Washington, D.C.?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Washington, D.C. (average of $541). Flying from Johannesburg to Washington, D.C. in August is currently the most expensive (average of $916). 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 9 airlines flying from Johannesburg to Washington, D.C.

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Johannesburg 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated February 3, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$817Average$839FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$830Average$952FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$849Average$917FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
United AirlinesCheapest$876Average$937FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$893Average$1,047FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$899Average$1,107FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
British AirwaysCheapest$907Average$1,040FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
KLMCheapest$910Average$1,017FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
EmiratesCheapest$1,120Average$1,297FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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