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$553+ Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Washington, D.C. (WAS)

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JNB — WAS
Nov 29 — Dec 61
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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 October 30, 2025.

Round-trip from

$830
(oojo)

One-way from

$553
(flightsite.co.za)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$938
From Johannesburg to Washington, D.C. (WAS)
One-way flight from Johannesburg to Washington, D.C. (WAS)
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price ($48 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($11 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in October 2025

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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 October 30, 2025.

This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/411:00 pmJNB - IAD
2 stops27h 05mEthiopian Air
Tue 11/1110:00 amIAD - JNB
1 stop20h 05mEthiopian Air
Deal found 10/30$840
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/410:00 pmJNB - BWI
2 stops30h 24mUnited Airlines
Tue 11/115:12 pmBWI - JNB
2 stops42h 23mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/30$883
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/57:05 pmJNB - IAD
1 stop31h 15mTurkish Airlines
Wed 11/121:30 pmIAD - JNB
1 stop38h 20mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 10/28$887
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/57:45 pmJNB - DCA
2 stops45h 41mUnited Airlines
Wed 11/124:23 pmDCA - JNB
1 stop19h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/28$898
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/97:45 pmJNB - IAD
1 stop27h 05mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/295:10 pmIAD - JNB
1 stop18h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/28$899
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/57:45 pmJNB - BWI
2 stops32h 39mUnited Airlines
Wed 11/1210:56 amBWI - JNB
2 stops24h 39mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/28$904
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Wed 11/57:45 pmJNB - IAD
2 stops32h 22mUnited Airlines
Wed 11/125:33 pmIAD - JNB
1 stop18h 02mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/28$904
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/302:30 pmJNB - IAD
2 stops24h 30mEthiopian Air
Thu 11/610:00 amIAD - JNB
1 stop20h 05mEthiopian Air
Deal found 10/29$909
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Thu 11/2010:10 amJNB - DCA
2 stops43h 25mAir Canada
Sun 5/319:40 amDCA - JNB
2 stops41h 40mAir Canada
Deal found 10/28$916
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Sun 12/1410:00 pmJNB - IAD
1 stop29h 30mDelta
Mon 1/510:20 pmIAD - JNB
1 stop27h 15mDelta
Deal found 10/28$919
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Mon 11/310:00 pmJNB - IAD
1 stop29h 30mDelta
Thu 11/1310:20 pmIAD - JNB
1 stop27h 15mDelta
Deal found 10/29$920
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Wed 11/510:00 pmJNB - DCA
2 stops26h 10mDelta
Wed 11/126:45 pmDCA - JNB
2 stops30h 50mDelta
Deal found 10/28$925

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Johannesburg to Washington, D.C. that are best for you.

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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

Mon 3/9

11:00 am-1:05 pm

1 stop20h 05m

$830

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 3/29

9:50 am-9:45 am

1 stop29h 55m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 4/21

3:35 pm-8:20 am

1 stop34h 45m

$842

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 3/29

9:50 am-9:45 am

1 stop29h 55m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 4/15

3:35 pm-8:20 am

1 stop34h 45m

$842

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 3/23

7:05 pm-12:45 pm

1 stop23h 40m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 4/10

1:20 pm-10:35 am

1 stop39h 15m

$863

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 3/25

7:05 pm-12:45 pm

1 stop23h 40m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 4/15

9:40 pm-10:35 am

1 stop30h 55m

$892

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 3/26

7:10 pm-12:45 pm

1 stop23h 35m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 4/15

9:40 pm-10:35 am

1 stop30h 55m

$892

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 3/25

7:05 pm-8:20 pm

1 stop31h 15m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 4/20

9:40 pm-10:35 am

1 stop30h 55m

$892

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/31

5:55 pm-11:35 am

1 stop23h 40m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 4/21

1:20 pm-10:35 am

1 stop39h 15m

$892

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 2/13

7:05 pm-7:20 pm

1 stop31h 15m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 2/17

9:15 pm-10:50 am

1 stop30h 35m

$896

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 1/31

7:10 pm-11:45 am

1 stop23h 35m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 2/28

1:30 pm-10:50 am

1 stop38h 20m

$900

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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 October 24, 2025.

Booking 44 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 $544). Flying from Johannesburg to Washington, D.C. in August is currently the most expensive (average of $933). 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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Find hourly flight availability from Johannesburg 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 October 30, 2025.

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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 October 30, 2025.
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.

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.

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

    Departing from Johannesburg to Washington, D.C. will take you 23h 40m. 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 $853 round-trip. These flights start at 16% 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 Qatar Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $614. Users have also found prices from $659 and $828 on Turkish Airlines and British Airways, respectively.

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  • 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 $544). Flying from Johannesburg to Washington, D.C. in August is currently the most expensive (average of $933). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$817Average$822FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$830Average$952FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$853Average$928FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
United AirlinesCheapest$859Average$945FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$871Average$1,046FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
KLMCheapest$886Average$1,017FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$899Average$1,095FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
British AirwaysCheapest$948Average$979FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
EmiratesCheapest$1,120Average$1,337FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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