Washington, D.C.

$597+ Cheap flights from OR Tambo (JNB) to Washington, D.C. (WAS)

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JNB — WAS
Jun 17 — Jun 241
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Round-trip from

$917
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$597
(Booking.com)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,027
From Johannesburg OR Tambo to Washington, D.C. (WAS)
One-way flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Washington, D.C. (WAS)
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($128 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($26 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2025

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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 June 12, 2025.

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Wed 7/97:00 pmJNB - IAD
1 stop24h 30mUnited Airlines
Thu 7/2410:20 pmIAD - JNB
2 stops28h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/11$917
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Wed 6/187:00 pmJNB - DCA
2 stops28h 01mUnited Airlines
Sun 7/63:30 pmDCA - JNB
2 stops23h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$962
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Thu 7/37:35 pmJNB - IAD
2 stops24h 50mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/510:24 pmIAD - JNB
2 stops49h 41mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$966
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Tue 9/169:15 pmJNB - DCA
2 stops25h 14mAmerican Airlines
Mon 11/36:35 pmDCA - JNB
2 stops29h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$972
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Sun 7/278:40 pmJNB - IAD
1 stop25h 20mVirgin Atlantic
Sun 8/35:50 pmIAD - JNB
1 stop34h 30mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 6/12$973
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Sat 6/2111:15 pmJNB - IAD
1 stop22h 20mKLM
Sun 6/295:25 pmIAD - JNB
1 stop21h 55mKLM
Deal found 6/11$976
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Wed 8/137:25 pmJNB - IAD
1 stop30h 45mBritish Airways
Wed 8/2710:40 pmIAD - JNB
1 stop28h 45mBritish Airways
Deal found 6/11$981
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Tue 9/169:15 pmJNB - BWI
1 stop28h 20mBritish Airways
Mon 11/36:05 pmBWI - JNB
2 stops30h 25mBritish Airways
Deal found 6/11$982
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Tue 7/1511:15 pmJNB - DCA
2 stops23h 50mDelta
Wed 12/3112:00 pmDCA - JNB
2 stops27h 00mDelta
Deal found 6/9$991
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Tue 7/157:00 pmJNB - IAD
2 stops25h 20mLufthansa
Wed 12/3110:05 pmIAD - JNB
2 stops34h 30mLufthansa
Deal found 6/9$1,027
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Tue 9/1610:50 pmJNB - IAD
2 stops40h 05mEthiopian Air
Mon 11/38:40 pmIAD - JNB
2 stops24h 15mEthiopian Air
Deal found 6/11$1,033
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Sun 6/1511:15 pmJNB - IAD
1 stop22h 20mDelta
Sun 7/275:25 pmIAD - JNB
1 stop21h 55mDelta
Deal found 6/10$1,035

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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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Washington, D.C.

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Return

Price

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 7/9

7:00 pm-1:30 pm

1 stop24h 30m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 7/24

10:20 pm-8:35 am

2 stops28h 15m

$917

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 7/3

7:35 pm-2:25 pm

2 stops24h 50m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 1/5

10:24 pm-7:05 am

2 stops49h 41m

$966

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - DCA

JNBDCA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 9/16

9:15 pm-4:29 pm

2 stops25h 14m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 11/3

6:35 pm-7:30 am

2 stops29h 55m

$972

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 7/27

8:40 pm-4:00 pm

1 stop25h 20m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 8/3

5:50 pm-10:20 am

1 stop34h 30m

$973

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 8/13

7:25 pm-8:10 pm

1 stop30h 45m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 8/27

10:40 pm-9:25 am

1 stop28h 45m

$981

JohannesburgBaltimore

JNB - BWI

JNBBWI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 9/16

9:15 pm-7:35 pm

1 stop28h 20m

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 11/3

6:05 pm-7:30 am

2 stops30h 25m

$982

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - DCA

JNBDCA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 7/15

11:15 pm-5:05 pm

2 stops23h 50m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 12/31

12:00 pm-10:00 pm

2 stops27h 00m

$991

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - DCA

JNBDCA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 7/9

9:20 pm-10:27 am

1 stop19h 07m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 7/21

4:05 pm-5:45 pm

1 stop19h 40m

$1,017

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 7/15

7:00 pm-2:20 pm

2 stops25h 20m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 12/31

10:05 pm-3:35 pm

2 stops34h 30m

$1,027

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 9/16

10:50 pm-8:55 am

2 stops40h 05m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 11/3

8:40 pm-3:55 am

2 stops24h 15m

$1,033

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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 round-trip flight from OR Tambo to Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Washington, D.C. is 62 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Washington, D.C. (average of $241). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Washington, D.C. in March is currently the most expensive (average of $290). 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 JNB to WAS?

Find hourly flight availability from OR Tambo 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 June 12, 2025.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 6% on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Washington, D.C. by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

Rainfall in Washington, D.C. by month

Plan your trip to Washington, D.C. by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Washington, D.C. ranges from 2.6 - 4.0 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.0 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Washington, D.C. when rainfall is around 2.6 in.

Temperature in Washington, D.C. by month

Plan your trip to Washington, D.C. by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Washington, D.C., use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 80.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 35.6 F).

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 June 12, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, Singapore Airlines and Delta from Johannesburg to Washington, D.C. to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.
8.0
Very good

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Washington, D.C. is United Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $917 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are American Airlines and Virgin Atlantic, starting at $972 and $973 round-trip. United Airlines is priced at 9% 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?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Washington, D.C. are Qatar Airways ($597), Egyptair ($650), and Etihad Airways ($677).

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Washington, D.C. (average of $241). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Washington, D.C. in March is currently the most expensive (average of $290). 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 8 airlines flying from OR Tambo to Washington, D.C.

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$797Average$1,095FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$830Average$918FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$853Average$928FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
DeltaCheapest$871Average$1,025FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$877Average$1,204FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
KLMCheapest$886Average$1,045FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
British AirwaysCheapest$948Average$980FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
EmiratesCheapest$1,184Average$1,555FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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