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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Washington, D.C. from £611

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 14/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — WAS
5 May — 12 May1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Washington, D.C. are usually found in February or March, booked 62 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Friday and return on a Wednesday

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

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from OR Tambo (JNB) 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 30 April 2025.

Round-trip from

£689

One-way from

£611

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

£727
Delta
  • Delta
  • 7/10-28/1
  • 3 total stops
  • 56h 19m total
  • Johannesburg to Washington, D.C.
Delta
  • Delta
  • 14/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 23h 57m total
  • Johannesburg to Washington, D.C.
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price (£70 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£14 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025

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

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 30 April 2025.

Tue 7/1021:55JNB - DCA
1 stop28h 19mDelta
Wed 28/111:00DCA - JNB
2 stops28h 00mDelta
Deal found 29/4£689
Wed 24/1219:35JNB - DCA
2 stops35h 21mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/117:00DCA - JNB
1 stop18h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 29/4£709
Tue 18/1119:45JNB - DCA
2 stops27h 40mBritish Airways
Tue 9/1217:59DCA - JNB
2 stops30h 31mBritish Airways
Deal found 28/4£734
Tue 29/423:15JNB - DCA
2 stops24h 55mKLM
Tue 3/614:59DCA - JNB
2 stops24h 21mKLM
Deal found 29/4£1,092
Wed 2/719:50JNB - DCA
2 stops55h 52mSingapore Airlines
Sat 26/709:59DCA - JNB
3 stops50h 36mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 29/4£1,726
Mon 30/618:45JNB - DCA
3 stops44h 21mMultiple Airlines
Thu 7/819:31DCA - JNB
2 stops38h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/4£2,442
Sat 27/1217:15JNB - DCA
2 stops55h 17mQantas Airways
Wed 31/1208:40DCA - JNB
2 stops47h 05mQantas Airways
Deal found 29/4£3,507
Mon 22/1210:00JNB - DCA
2 stops38h 59mEtihad Airways
Thu 1/111:45DCA - JNB
2 stops37h 50mEtihad Airways
Deal found 29/4£5,167

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OR Tambo

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Washington, D.C.

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - DCA

JNBDCA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 7/10

21:55-20:14

1 stop28h 19m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 28/1

11:00-22:00

2 stops28h 00m

£689

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - DCA

JNBDCA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 24/5

21:15-16:29

2 stops25h 14m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 6/6

19:00-07:00

2 stops30h 00m

£752

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - DCA

JNBDCA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 7/10

21:20-12:19

1 stop20h 59m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 28/1

16:00-18:35

1 stop19h 35m

£965

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - DCA

JNBDCA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 14/8

23:15-19:18

2 stops26h 03m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 30/8

13:30-21:20

2 stops25h 50m

£1,518

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - DCA

JNBDCA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 2/7

19:50-21:42

2 stops55h 52m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 26/7

09:59-18:35

3 stops50h 36m

£1,726

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - DCA

JNBDCA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 30/6

18:45-09:06

3 stops44h 21m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 7/8

19:31-16:15

2 stops38h 44m

£2,442

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - DCA

JNBDCA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 14/9

23:30-17:27

2 stops23h 57m

£611

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - DCA

JNBDCA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 18/5

19:25-15:55

2 stops26h 30m

£658

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - DCA

JNBDCA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 14/9

21:20-12:17

1 stop20h 57m

£951

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Deals found on 29/4

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 25 April 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Washington, D.C. (average of £599). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Washington, D.C. in July is currently the most expensive (average of £947). 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 30 April 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Washington, D.C. in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 34% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

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 66.0 - 102.0 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 102.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Washington, D.C. when rainfall is around 66.0 mm.

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 27.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 2.0 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 30 April 2025.

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
8.0
Very Good

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Related info for your journey

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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 Delta. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as £689 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are British Airways and United Airlines, starting at £752 and £965 round-trip. Delta is currently priced 8% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as £611 on Delta. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include British Airways from £658 and United Airlines from £951 one-way.

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from OR Tambo 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 OR Tambo Airport to Washington, D.C.?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Washington, D.C. (average of £599). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Washington, D.C. in July is currently the most expensive (average of £947). 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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Ethiopian AirCheapest£754Average£951FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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