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R9 752+ Cheap flights to Washington, D.C.

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Flights to Washington, D.C. in 2025

Find the latest flights to Washington, D.C. in 2025, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 594 507 searches and data was last updated on 21 febbraio 2025.

Return from

R16 057

One-way from

R9 752

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

October

Average price

R17 015
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 30/4-17/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 53h 45m total
  • Johannesburg to Washington, D.C.
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 26/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 38h 05m total
  • Johannesburg to Washington, D.C.
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price (R41 724 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R7 663 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights to Washington, D.C.
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Washington, D.C.. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 21 febbraio 2025.

lun 17/1114:30JNB - IAD
1 stop24h 30mEthiopian Air
lun 1/1210:00IAD - JNB
1 stop20h 05mEthiopian Air
Deal found 20/2R15 983
mer 30/417:55JNB - IAD
1 stop22h 50mTurkish Airlines
sab 17/521:40IAD - JNB
1 stop30h 55mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 19/2R16 057
mar 18/323:55JNB - DCA
2 stops28h 06mDelta
mar 25/39:46DCA - JNB
2 stops27h 14mDelta
Deal found 19/2R16 315
gio 15/523:15JNB - IAD
1 stop22h 20mKLM
gio 22/517:25IAD - JNB
1 stop21h 55mKLM
Deal found 20/2R16 407
lun 17/1119:45JNB - IAD
2 stops29h 43mDelta
lun 1/1219:10IAD - JNB
2 stops31h 05mDelta
Deal found 20/2R16 481
mer 2/421:15JNB - BWI
1 stop28h 20mMultiple Airlines
mer 30/421:20BWI - JNB
1 stop27h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/2R16 720
mer 2/421:15JNB - IAD
1 stop24h 35mMultiple Airlines
mer 30/422:40IAD - JNB
1 stop26h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/2R16 720
gio 6/322:00JNB - DCA
1 stop24h 25mUnited Airlines
mer 19/318:30DCA - JNB
1 stop18h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 20/2R17 071
gio 6/322:00JNB - IAD
1 stop30h 31mUnited Airlines
mer 19/312:35IAD - JNB
1 stop24h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 20/2R17 071
mar 18/323:55JNB - BWI
2 stops25h 01mKLM
mar 25/315:28BWI - JNB
2 stops24h 32mKLM
Deal found 19/2R17 329
mar 18/319:40JNB - IAD
2 stops27h 25mAir France
mar 25/319:25IAD - JNB
2 stops32h 00mAir France
Deal found 19/2R17 458
gio 6/319:30JNB - DCA
2 stops27h 14mVirgin Atlantic
mer 19/316:25DCA - JNB
2 stops37h 05mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 20/2R17 642

Find flights to Washington, D.C. within your budget

Locate flights to Washington, D.C. that fit your budget, with regularly updated fares and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 594 507 searches and data was last updated on 21 febbraio 2025.

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Johannesburg

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mer 30/4

17:55-10:45

1 stop22h 50m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

sab 17/5

21:40-10:35

1 stop30h 55m

R16 057

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dom 6/4

18:50-19:15

1 stop30h 25m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

dom 13/4

19:46-19:40

1 stop17h 54m

R16 241

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - DCA

JNBDCA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mar 18/3

23:55-19:43

2 stops25h 48m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

mar 25/3

13:59-19:00

1 stop23h 01m

R16 315

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

gio 15/5

23:15-15:35

1 stop22h 20m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

gio 22/5

17:25-21:20

1 stop21h 55m

R16 407

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mer 2/4

14:30-8:55

2 stops24h 25m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

mer 30/4

21:40-3:55

2 stops24h 15m

R16 554

JohannesburgBaltimore

JNB - BWI

JNBBWI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mer 2/4

21:15-19:35

1 stop28h 20m

Baltimore/Washington

mer 30/4

21:20-7:00

1 stop27h 40m

R16 720

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mer 2/4

21:15-15:50

1 stop24h 35m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

mer 30/4

22:40-7:00

1 stop26h 20m

R16 720

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - DCA

JNBDCA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

gio 6/3

22:00-15:25

1 stop24h 25m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

mer 19/3

18:30-18:35

1 stop18h 05m

R17 071

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

gio 6/3

22:00-21:31

1 stop30h 31m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

mer 19/3

12:35-18:35

1 stop24h 00m

R17 071

JohannesburgBaltimore

JNB - BWI

JNBBWI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mar 18/3

23:55-18:56

2 stops25h 01m

Baltimore/Washington

mar 25/3

15:28-22:00

2 stops24h 32m

R17 329

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

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Travel insights for flights to Washington, D.C.

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights to Washington, D.C. including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

When is the best time to book a flight to Washington, D.C.?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Johannesburg to Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on 14 February 2025.

The best time to book flights 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.

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

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Washington, D.C. takes 24 hours 5 minutes. Flights to Washington, D.C. from other popular cities in South Africa will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

When is the cheapest time to fly to Washington, D.C.?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Johannesburg to Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on 1 December 2024.

Users looking for the lowest fares to Washington, D.C. should consider flying on Friday mornings, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Sunday at midday, when prices are usually at their highest.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Washington, D.C.?

The most popular airlines flying from Johannesburg to Washington, D.C. are Ethiopian Air, United Airlines and Qatar Airways.

Ethiopian Air

Ethiopian Air

From R804

United Airlines

United Airlines

From R924

Qatar Airways

Qatar Airways

From R781

KLM

KLM

From R838

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Washington, D.C.?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Washington, D.C. are Qatar Airways, Etihad Airways and Ethiopian Air.

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 mm 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 21 febbraio 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly to Washington, D.C., see what other customers have to say about Emirates, Singapore Airlines and Delta. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 276 reviews
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Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

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.

Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 276 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 276 reviews
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Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

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.

Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 297 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 276 reviews
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Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

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.

Delta
8,0
Very Good
8 212 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 276 reviews
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Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

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.

KLM
7,8
Good
1 333 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 276 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

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.

SWISS
7,5
Good
1 568 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 276 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

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.

Getting around Washington

Washington is an easy city to get around: the centre is the area around the National Mall. This area is easily accessible on foot, with most museums and monuments within easy walking distance. The streets in Washington are laid out in a grid, with numbered streets going in one direction and alphabetised streets going the other. The city is divided into four quadrants, with the Capitol building in the centre. Most of the major sights are within walking distance, but you can easily take the Metrobus or Metrorail if you get tired of walking. Bicycling is also very popular in the city; both locals and tourists cycle. Washington can get very hot in the summer months, so light clothes and plenty of water are recommended.

  • When is the best time to fly to Washington?

    The busiest seasons for tourist activities are between March and August, in particular during the time when the cherry blossoms bloom and when schools are out for spring break and then summer holiday. In addition, when Congress is in session and from mid-January through June, hotels and restaurants are full of lobbyists, and the streets are often full of demonstrations. Spring and autumn have the most pleasant weather. Summers in Washington are hot, sometimes exceeding 38 degrees Celsius, and very humid. The quietest times are late August into early September and the period between Thanksgiving (4th Thursday of November) and mid-January. This is also when Washington, DC is the coldest but it’s likely you’ll find cheap hotels and airfare deals to Washington, DC and discounted hotel rates if you travel during this time.

  • What is good to know if travelling to Washington?

    Security concerns mean that many Washington, D.C. attractions won’t let visitors bring their bags or cameras in with them. Storage is sometimes available, but don’t count on it; it’s best not to carry too much that won’t fit into a pocket while visiting.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Washington, D.C. if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Washington, D.C. on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Washington, D.C.?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Qatar Airways is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Washington, D.C..

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Washington, D.C.?

    Washington, D.C. Reagan-National is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Washington, D.C.. One-way flights to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National typically cost R1 163, while return flights cost around R2 931.

  • How much is a return flight to Washington, D.C.?

    A return flight to Washington, D.C. will typically cost around R596, however they can be found for as little as R596.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Washington, D.C. depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Washington, D.C., Cape Town Intl offers the quickest one-way flight (15 hours 40 minutes).

  • Does Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl?

    Yes. Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Sleepbox Lounge Iad, Dulles International Airport is the closest property to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (0,0 km away from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl).

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