Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Washington, D.C. and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Doha (DOH) was the most common stop: 48% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

How long does it take to fly to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

If you’re flying from a popular airport in Washington, D.C., such as Baltimore or Washington, D.C., and flying into Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, then you can expect flight times to average 23h 27m and 25h 12m, respectively.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Atlanta (ATL) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 40m.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Flights via Abu Dhabi (AUH) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $810.

What airlines fly to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Ethiopian Air, Qatar Airways and Turkish Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from Washington, D.C. according to our data. Ethiopian Air is the first choice among our users, with 43% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. Keep in mind that there are 12 different airlines that fly to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

Turkish Airlines, Etihad Airways, and RwandAir are the most popular carriers operating from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg OR Tambo

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Flights connecting via Newark (EWR) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 18h 24m.

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

The number of operators available for flights from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is 12 as of March 2026.

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

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $1,185 to $897. The lowest price recently found on this route was $830.

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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

$830Etihad Airways

Wed, May 6 - Wed, May 20

2:05 pm - 8:15 am

IAD

JNB

36h 10m

1 stop

9:45 am - 9:45 am

JNB

IAD

30h 00m

1 stop

$836Etihad Airways

Thu, Apr 30 - Wed, May 13

3:10 pm - 8:20 am

IAD

JNB

35h 10m

1 stop

9:50 am - 9:45 am

JNB

IAD

29h 55m

1 stop

$846Etihad Airways

Tue, Sep 8 - Thu, Sep 24

3:10 pm - 8:20 am

IAD

JNB

35h 10m

1 stop

9:50 am - 9:45 am

JNB

IAD

29h 55m

1 stop

$860Etihad Airways

Wed, Sep 9 - Thu, Sep 24

6:00 am - 12:15 am

DCA

JNB

36h 15m

2 stops

5:00 pm - 5:07 pm

JNB

DCA

30h 07m

2 stops

$1,008Multiple Airlines

Wed, May 6 - Sun, May 17

6:00 am - 12:15 am

DCA

JNB

36h 15m

2 stops

12:10 pm - 5:07 pm

JNB

DCA

34h 57m

2 stops

$1,011Multiple Airlines

Thu, May 7 - Tue, May 19

11:00 am - 3:50 pm

DCA

JNB

22h 50m

2 stops

12:10 pm - 5:30 pm

JNB

DCA

35h 20m

2 stops

$1,033Kenya Airways

Sun, Apr 26 - Sun, May 3

6:09 am - 12:15 am

DCA

JNB

36h 06m

2 stops

5:00 pm - 5:07 pm

JNB

DCA

30h 07m

2 stops

$1,066Kenya Airways

Wed, May 13 - Wed, May 20

11:41 am - 8:50 am

BWI

JNB

39h 09m

2 stops

2:45 pm - 11:56 pm

JNB

BWI

39h 11m

2 stops

$1,301Qatar Airways

Tue, Apr 21 - Tue, Apr 28

11:41 am - 8:50 am

BWI

JNB

39h 09m

2 stops

2:45 pm - 12:06 am

JNB

BWI

39h 21m

2 stops

$1,307Qatar Airways

Thu, Apr 30 - Thu, May 7

Kenya Airways flights from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

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May 2

IAD6:50 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

58h 05m

2 stops

JNB10:55 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

May 12

JNB12:10 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

36h 43m

2 stops

IAD6:53 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,012

Kenya Airways

Apr 26

DCA11:00 amWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

22h 50m

2 stops

JNB3:50 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

May 3

JNB12:10 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

35h 20m

2 stops

DCA5:30 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

$1,033

Kenya Airways

Sep 9

IAD12:30 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

53h 45m

2 stops

JNB12:15 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Sep 24

JNB5:00 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

32h 16m

2 stops

IAD7:16 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,065

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May 16

IAD12:00 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

37h 10m

1 stop

JNB7:10 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

May 31

JNB9:45 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

37h 25m

1 stop

IAD5:10 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,023

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Sep 5

IAD12:00 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

37h 10m

1 stop

JNB7:10 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Sep 20

JNB9:45 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

37h 25m

1 stop

IAD5:10 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,038

Egyptair

Apr 4

IAD12:00 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

37h 10m

1 stop

JNB7:10 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Apr 12

JNB9:45 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

37h 25m

1 stop

IAD5:10 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,252

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2:05 pm-8:15 am

1 stop36h 10m

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Tue 9/8

3:10 pm-8:20 am

1 stop35h 10m

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Thu 9/24

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1 stop29h 55m

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Wed 9/9

3:10 pm-8:20 am

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Thu 9/24

9:50 am-9:45 am

1 stop29h 55m

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Washington, D.C.Johannesburg

DCA - JNB

DCAJNB

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 5/6

6:00 am-12:15 am

2 stops36h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 5/17

5:00 pm-5:07 pm

2 stops30h 07m

$1,008

Washington, D.C.Johannesburg

DCA - JNB

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Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 5/7

6:00 am-12:15 am

2 stops36h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 5/19

12:10 pm-5:07 pm

2 stops34h 57m

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Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 4/26

11:00 am-3:50 pm

2 stops22h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 5/3

12:10 pm-5:30 pm

2 stops35h 20m

$1,033

Washington, D.C.Johannesburg

DCA - JNB

DCAJNB

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 5/13

6:09 am-12:15 am

2 stops36h 06m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 5/20

5:00 pm-5:07 pm

2 stops30h 07m

$1,066

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BWI - JNB

BWIJNB

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 4/21

11:41 am-8:50 am

2 stops39h 09m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 4/28

2:45 pm-11:56 pm

2 stops39h 11m

$1,301

BaltimoreJohannesburg

BWI - JNB

BWIJNB

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 4/30

11:41 am-8:50 am

2 stops39h 09m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/7

2:45 pm-12:06 am

2 stops39h 21m

$1,307

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

What is the cheapest month to fly to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

The month of February is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from Washington, D.C., with most prices found around $993. The month of January is another great option to travel to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, with average flight prices from Washington, D.C. averaging around $995.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from Washington, D.C. when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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 OR Tambo Airport from Washington, D.C. for as low as $1,009 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights?

You could potentially save up to 42% on your flight if you consider stops on a Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight.

How have Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight prices changed over time?

As of March 2026, prices for Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights are approximately 14% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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The fastest flight from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport takes 19h 40m

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How far is Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg OR Tambo by plane?
There are 8107.9 mi between Washington, D.C. and Johannesburg OR Tambo. By plane, this route typically takes 19h 40m.
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How many operators does momondo search for flights from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?
The number of operators available for flights from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is 12 as of March 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular airline from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is Ethiopian Air, representing 24% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are Qatar Airways at 13%, United Airlines at 13%, and Turkish Airlines at 12%.

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Delta	PriceFrom $685	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,360 reviews	Search Delta flights
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Etihad Airways	PriceFrom $865	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,432 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom $880	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 987 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
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