What is the cheapest airline that flies from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg?

Etihad Airways, Egyptair, and RwandAir are the most popular carriers operating from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg

What airlines fly to Johannesburg?

Ethiopian Air, Qatar Airways and Turkish Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Johannesburg from Washington, D.C. according to our data. Ethiopian Air is the first choice among our users, with 42% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Johannesburg. Keep in mind that there are 12 different airlines that fly to Johannesburg on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How long does it take to fly to Johannesburg?

If you’re flying from a popular airport in Washington, D.C., such as Washington, D.C. or Baltimore, and flying into Johannesburg, then you can expect flight times to average 21h 37m and 25h 05m, respectively.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg?

Prices for flights from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg?

As of March 2026, there are 12 operators available to choose from for flights from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg.

How old do you have to be to fly from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Johannesburg?

The required travel and health documents for your Johannesburg trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Johannesburg. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $945 to $1,117. The lowest price recently found on this route was $856.

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3:10 pm - 8:15 am

IAD

JNB

35h 05m

1 stop

9:45 am - 9:45 am

JNB

IAD

30h 00m

1 stop

$856Etihad Airways

Thu, Apr 2 - Sun, Apr 19

3:10 pm - 8:15 am

IAD

JNB

35h 05m

1 stop

9:45 am - 9:45 am

JNB

IAD

30h 00m

1 stop

$857Etihad Airways

Wed, May 13 - Sun, May 17

3:10 pm - 8:15 am

IAD

JNB

35h 05m

1 stop

9:45 am - 9:45 am

JNB

IAD

30h 00m

1 stop

$859Etihad Airways

Wed, Apr 15 - Wed, Apr 22

6:00 am - 12:15 am

DCA

JNB

36h 15m

2 stops

5:00 pm - 5:30 pm

JNB

DCA

30h 30m

2 stops

$965Kenya Airways

Sun, Apr 26 - Sun, May 3

11:00 am - 12:15 am

DCA

JNB

31h 15m

2 stops

12:10 pm - 5:07 pm

JNB

DCA

34h 57m

2 stops

$966Kenya Airways

Thu, May 7 - Thu, May 21

6:00 am - 12:15 am

DCA

JNB

36h 15m

2 stops

5:00 pm - 10:59 pm

JNB

DCA

35h 59m

2 stops

$1,020Multiple Airlines

Thu, May 14 - Sun, May 24

6:00 am - 1:05 pm

BWI

JNB

25h 05m

2 stops

2:30 pm - 10:02 am

JNB

BWI

49h 32m

3 stops

$1,307Ethiopian Air

Wed, Apr 29 - Sun, May 10

8:30 pm - 1:05 pm

BWI

JNB

34h 35m

3 stops

2:30 pm - 7:25 pm

JNB

BWI

34h 55m

3 stops

$1,380Multiple Airlines

Mon, Apr 20 - Tue, Apr 28

6:00 am - 1:05 pm

BWI

JNB

25h 05m

2 stops

2:30 pm - 10:02 am

JNB

BWI

49h 32m

3 stops

$1,388Ethiopian Air

Sun, Apr 26 - Sun, May 3

11:41 am - 4:10 pm

BWI

JNB

46h 29m

2 stops

8:40 pm - 11:56 pm

JNB

BWI

33h 16m

2 stops

$1,395Qatar Airways

Tue, Apr 28 - Sun, May 10

Etihad Airways flights from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg

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Etihad Airways

Sep 7

IAD3:10 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

35h 10m

1 stop

JNB8:20 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Oct 7

JNB9:50 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

29h 55m

1 stop

IAD9:45 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$846

Etihad Airways

Apr 2

IAD3:10 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

35h 05m

1 stop

JNB8:15 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Apr 19

JNB9:45 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

30h 00m

1 stop

IAD9:45 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$856

Etihad Airways

May 13

IAD3:10 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

35h 05m

1 stop

JNB8:15 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

May 17

JNB9:45 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

30h 00m

1 stop

IAD9:45 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$857

Turkish Airlines flights from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg

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Turkish Airlines

Aug 30

IAD1:20 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

39h 10m

1 stop

JNB10:30 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Sep 10

JNB5:50 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

32h 00m

1 stop

IAD7:50 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$847

Turkish Airlines

Aug 11

IAD9:45 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

30h 45m

1 stop

JNB10:30 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Sep 15

JNB5:50 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

32h 00m

1 stop

IAD7:50 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$884

Turkish Airlines

Sep 6

IAD9:45 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

30h 45m

1 stop

JNB10:30 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Sep 16

JNB6:00 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

31h 50m

1 stop

IAD7:50 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$888

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Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 4/2

3:10 pm-8:15 am

1 stop35h 05m

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Sun 4/19

9:45 am-9:45 am

1 stop30h 00m

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IADJNB

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 5/13

3:10 pm-8:15 am

1 stop35h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 5/17

9:45 am-9:45 am

1 stop30h 00m

$857

Washington, D.C.Johannesburg

IAD - JNB

IADJNB

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 4/15

3:10 pm-8:15 am

1 stop35h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/22

9:45 am-9:45 am

1 stop30h 00m

$859

Washington, D.C.Johannesburg

DCA - JNB

DCAJNB

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 4/26

6:00 am-12:15 am

2 stops36h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 5/3

5:00 pm-5:30 pm

2 stops30h 30m

$965

Washington, D.C.Johannesburg

DCA - JNB

DCAJNB

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 5/7

11:00 am-12:15 am

2 stops31h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/21

12:10 pm-5:07 pm

2 stops34h 57m

$966

Washington, D.C.Johannesburg

DCA - JNB

DCAJNB

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 5/14

6:00 am-12:15 am

2 stops36h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 5/24

5:00 pm-10:59 pm

2 stops35h 59m

$1,020

BaltimoreJohannesburg

BWI - JNB

BWIJNB

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 4/29

6:00 am-1:05 pm

2 stops25h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 5/10

2:30 pm-10:02 am

3 stops49h 32m

$1,307

BaltimoreJohannesburg

BWI - JNB

BWIJNB

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 4/20

8:30 pm-1:05 pm

3 stops34h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 4/28

2:30 pm-7:25 pm

3 stops34h 55m

$1,380

BaltimoreJohannesburg

BWI - JNB

BWIJNB

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 4/26

6:00 am-1:05 pm

2 stops25h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 5/3

2:30 pm-10:02 am

3 stops49h 32m

$1,388

BaltimoreJohannesburg

BWI - JNB

BWIJNB

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 4/28

11:41 am-4:10 pm

2 stops46h 29m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 5/10

8:40 pm-11:56 pm

2 stops33h 16m

$1,395

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Washington, D.C. and Johannesburg?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Johannesburg?

The cheapest month to fly to Johannesburg from Washington, D.C. is in February. Flight prices, which tend to average around $993, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of January is another great option to travel to Johannesburg, with average flight prices from Washington, D.C. averaging around $995.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Johannesburg?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Johannesburg from Washington, D.C. when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Johannesburg for around $1,153 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Johannesburg from Washington, D.C. for as low as $1,009 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time	19h 55m
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The fastest flight from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg takes 19h 55m

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How far is Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg by plane?
The straight-line distance from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg is 8100.3 mi. Typically, this will take 19h 55m by plane in normal conditions.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg?
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As of March 2026, there are 12 operators available to choose from for flights from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg.
How old do you have to be to fly from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Johannesburg?
The required travel and health documents for your Johannesburg trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Johannesburg. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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Delta	PriceFrom $685	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,288 reviews	Search Delta flights
KLM	PriceFrom $776	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 1,473 reviews	Search KLM flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $836	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 4,258 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom $865	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,426 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom $880	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 970 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $922	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,736 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $926	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 7,800 reviews	Search British Airways flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $967	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,467 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $982	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,434 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
JetBlue	PriceFrom $1,063	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 2,907 reviews	Search JetBlue flights

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