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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Washington, D.C. from £638

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 12/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — WAS
26 Feb — 5 Mar1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from OR Tambo to Washington, D.C.

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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 27 January 2026.

Mon 2/222:00
JNB
-
DCA
1 stop28h 32m
United Airlines
Mon 16/218:00
DCA
-
JNB
1 stop17h 35m
United Airlines
Deal found 25/1£654
Mon 2/222:00
JNB
-
DCA
2 stops26h 08m
British Airways
Mon 16/222:30
DCA
-
JNB
2 stops28h 55m
British Airways
Deal found 25/1£663
Sun 8/221:55
JNB
-
DCA
1 stop30h 39m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 23/218:00
DCA
-
JNB
2 stops31h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/1£676
Mon 23/222:00
JNB
-
DCA
2 stops26h 50m
Delta
Mon 2/309:00
DCA
-
JNB
1 stop27h 00m
Delta
Deal found 26/1£682
Sun 8/221:55
JNB
-
DCA
1 stop21h 45m
Delta
Mon 23/206:59
DCA
-
JNB
1 stop29h 01m
Delta
Deal found 26/1£683
Fri 3/420:25
JNB
-
DCA
2 stops43h 09m
Delta
Fri 10/418:30
DCA
-
JNB
2 stops32h 20m
Delta
Deal found 25/1£688
Mon 16/322:00
JNB
-
DCA
2 stops29h 01m
British Airways
Thu 19/316:28
DCA
-
JNB
2 stops33h 07m
British Airways
Deal found 26/1£697
Fri 6/322:00
JNB
-
DCA
2 stops25h 41m
British Airways
Sat 14/306:00
DCA
-
JNB
2 stops22h 25m
British Airways
Deal found 25/1£700
Sat 31/122:00
JNB
-
DCA
2 stops26h 08m
British Airways
Sat 28/217:53
DCA
-
JNB
2 stops30h 42m
British Airways
Deal found 26/1£704
Fri 3/420:25
JNB
-
DCA
2 stops43h 09m
Delta
Sat 11/406:00
DCA
-
JNB
2 stops44h 50m
Delta
Deal found 25/1£724

Find flight deals from OR Tambo to Washington, D.C.

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Round-trip from

£676

One-way from

£638

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

£693
8/2-23/2
  • 8/2-23/2
  • 3 total stops
  • 61h 49m total
  • Johannesburg to Washington, D.C.
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British Airways
  • British Airways
  • 12/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 26h 41m total
  • Johannesburg to Washington, D.C.
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JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - DCA

JNBDCA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 23/2

22:00-16:04

2 stops25h 04m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 2/3

09:54-19:00

2 stops26h 06m

£682

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - DCA

JNBDCA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/2

21:55-12:40

1 stop21h 45m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 23/2

06:59-19:00

1 stop29h 01m

£683

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - DCA

JNBDCA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 3/4

20:25-09:34

2 stops43h 09m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 10/4

18:30-08:50

2 stops32h 20m

£688

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - DCA

JNBDCA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/3

22:00-21:01

2 stops29h 01m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 19/3

16:28-07:35

2 stops33h 07m

£697

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - DCA

JNBDCA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 3/4

20:25-09:34

2 stops43h 09m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 11/4

06:00-08:50

2 stops44h 50m

£724

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - DCA

JNBDCA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/3

19:45-19:12

2 stops29h 27m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 19/3

18:00-18:35

1 stop18h 35m

£773

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - DCA

JNBDCA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 5/4

20:25-23:44

2 stops33h 19m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 18/4

18:10-19:40

1 stop19h 30m

£806

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - DCA

JNBDCA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 4/4

21:15-16:37

2 stops25h 22m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 28/4

19:46-07:00

2 stops29h 14m

£813

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - DCA

JNBDCA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 4/4

21:15-16:37

2 stops25h 22m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 28/4

17:59-07:00

2 stops31h 01m

£853

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - DCA

JNBDCA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 4/4

20:25-17:49

2 stops27h 24m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 28/4

06:59-19:40

1 stop30h 41m

£911

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

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

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 return flight from OR Tambo to Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on 23 January 2026.

The best time to book flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Washington, D.C. is 85 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Washington, D.C. (average of £396). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Washington, D.C. in August is currently the most expensive (average of £668). 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’s the top stopover airport for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Washington, D.C.?

Share of one-stop return flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Washington, D.C. chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.

Newark (EWR) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 54% of one-stop itineraries from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Washington, D.C. on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Washington, D.C.?

Average return fare for one-stop flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Washington, D.C., chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same stopover each way.

Abu Dhabi (AUH) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of £606.

What’s the fastest stopover option from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Washington, D.C.?

Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Washington, D.C., based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Newark (EWR) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 19h 19m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Washington, D.C.?

Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Washington, D.C., chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Addis Ababa (ADD) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 1h 50m.

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 27 January 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with United Airlines from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Washington, D.C.. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,205 reviews
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Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Gerry,Jan 2026

YVR - DEN

Seats were uncomfortable. Second leg of my flight on United had much more comfortable seats
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,205 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,205 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Gerry,Jan 2026

YVR - DEN

Seats were uncomfortable. Second leg of my flight on United had much more comfortable seats

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

    Delta and British Airways can get you from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Washington, D.C. in just under 25h 04m. Your travel time can differ by up to 3h 57m. The distance from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Washington, D.C. is about 8107 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Washington, D.C. (average of £396). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Washington, D.C. in August is currently the most expensive (average of £668). 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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