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 Washington, D.C. or Baltimore, and flying into Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, then you can expect flight times to average 18h 50m and 18h 50m, respectively.

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: 50% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

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 $846.

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

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

What airlines fly to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Ethiopian Air, Turkish Airlines and Qatar Airways 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 51% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. Keep in mind that there are 11 different airlines that fly to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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 17m.

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 46m.

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 11 as of July 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.

$552 Cheap Flights from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in 2026

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

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $1,478 to $2,096. The lowest price recently found on this route was $1,038.

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3:10 pm - 8:20 am

IAD

JNB

35h 10m

1 stop

9:45 am - 9:45 am

JNB

IAD

30h 00m

1 stop

$1,038Etihad Airways

Mon, Aug 17 - Mon, Aug 31

6:10 am - 10:55 am

DCA

JNB

46h 45m

2 stops

5:00 pm - 10:59 pm

JNB

DCA

35h 59m

2 stops

$1,075Multiple Airlines

Thu, Sep 3 - Sun, Sep 13

6:30 am - 10:55 am

DCA

JNB

46h 25m

2 stops

1:15 am - 10:59 pm

JNB

DCA

51h 44m

2 stops

$1,076Multiple Airlines

Mon, Sep 28 - Sat, Oct 3

3:35 pm - 8:20 am

IAD

JNB

34h 45m

1 stop

9:50 am - 9:05 am

JNB

IAD

30h 15m

1 stop

$1,080Etihad Airways

Thu, Oct 29 - Thu, Nov 5

10:55 am - 1:25 pm

IAD

JNB

20h 30m

1 stop

2:30 pm - 8:55 am

JNB

IAD

24h 25m

2 stops

$1,119Ethiopian Air

Mon, Oct 5 - Thu, Oct 22

10:00 am - 1:05 pm

IAD

JNB

20h 05m

1 stop

2:30 pm - 8:00 am

JNB

IAD

24h 30m

2 stops

$1,141Ethiopian Air

Fri, Nov 20 - Wed, Dec 2

6:05 am - 3:50 pm

DCA

JNB

26h 45m

2 stops

5:00 pm - 10:24 am

JNB

DCA

24h 24m

2 stops

$1,258Kenya Airways

Sun, Jan 10 - Mon, Jan 18

6:05 am - 3:50 pm

DCA

JNB

26h 45m

2 stops

5:00 pm - 6:05 pm

JNB

DCA

32h 05m

2 stops

$1,265Kenya Airways

Fri, Jan 8 - Sun, Jan 17

12:53 pm - 4:00 am

BWI

JNB

33h 07m

2 stops

2:05 pm - 10:59 pm

JNB

BWI

38h 54m

2 stops

$1,767Qatar Airways

Sun, Sep 6 - Wed, Sep 16

12:53 pm - 4:00 am

BWI

JNB

33h 07m

2 stops

2:05 pm - 10:59 pm

JNB

BWI

38h 54m

2 stops

$1,768Qatar Airways

Sun, Sep 6 - Wed, Sep 16

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

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Kenya Airways

Nov 8

IAD7:00 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

34h 25m

2 stops

JNB12:25 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Nov 15

JNB12:05 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

35h 12m

2 stops

IAD4:17 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,176

Kenya Airways

Nov 6

IAD7:00 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

34h 25m

2 stops

JNB12:25 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Nov 15

JNB5:00 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

30h 17m

2 stops

IAD4:17 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,208

Kenya Airways

Nov 6

IAD7:00 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

25h 50m

2 stops

JNB3:50 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

Nov 14

JNB12:05 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

35h 12m

2 stops

IAD4:17 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,240

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Sep 5

BWI11:03 amBaltimore/Washington

26h 37m

1 stop

JNB7:40 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

Sep 12

JNB8:15 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

33h 11m

2 stops

BWI11:26 pmBaltimore/Washington

$1,911

Virgin Atlantic

Sep 12

BWI2:03 pmBaltimore/Washington

23h 37m

1 stop

JNB7:40 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

Oct 3

JNB8:15 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

31h 12m

2 stops

BWI9:27 pmBaltimore/Washington

$1,917

Virgin Atlantic

Jul 18

BWI11:12 amBaltimore/Washington

26h 28m

1 stop

JNB7:40 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

Jul 20

JNB8:15 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

31h 11m

2 stops

BWI9:26 pmBaltimore/Washington

$2,636

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Mon 8/17

3:10 pm-8:20 am

1 stop35h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 8/31

9:45 am-9:45 am

1 stop30h 00m

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DCAJNB

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 9/3

6:10 am-10:55 am

2 stops46h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 9/13

5:00 pm-10:59 pm

2 stops35h 59m

$1,075

Washington, D.C.Johannesburg

DCA - JNB

DCAJNB

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 9/28

6:30 am-10:55 am

2 stops46h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 10/3

1:15 am-10:59 pm

2 stops51h 44m

$1,076

Washington, D.C.Johannesburg

IAD - JNB

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Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 10/29

3:35 pm-8:20 am

1 stop34h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 11/5

9:50 am-9:05 am

1 stop30h 15m

$1,080

Washington, D.C.Johannesburg

IAD - JNB

IADJNB

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 10/5

10:55 am-1:25 pm

1 stop20h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 10/22

2:30 pm-8:55 am

2 stops24h 25m

$1,119

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IAD - JNB

IADJNB

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 11/20

10:00 am-1:05 pm

1 stop20h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 12/2

2:30 pm-8:00 am

2 stops24h 30m

$1,141

Washington, D.C.Johannesburg

DCA - JNB

DCAJNB

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 1/10

6:05 am-3:50 pm

2 stops26h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 1/18

5:00 pm-10:24 am

2 stops24h 24m

$1,258

Washington, D.C.Johannesburg

DCA - JNB

DCAJNB

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 1/8

6:05 am-3:50 pm

2 stops26h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 1/17

5:00 pm-6:05 pm

2 stops32h 05m

$1,265

BaltimoreJohannesburg

BWI - JNB

BWIJNB

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 9/6

12:53 pm-4:00 am

2 stops33h 07m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 9/16

2:05 pm-10:59 pm

2 stops38h 54m

$1,767

BaltimoreJohannesburg

BWI - JNB

BWIJNB

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 9/6

12:53 pm-4:00 am

2 stops33h 07m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 9/16

2:05 pm-10:59 pm

2 stops38h 54m

$1,768

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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 $1,002. The month of September is another great option to travel to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, with average flight prices from Washington, D.C. averaging around $1,051.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. 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 $1,237 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 $936 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 27% 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 July 2026, prices for Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights are approximately 31% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Fastest flight time	17h 35m
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The fastest flight from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport takes 17h 35m

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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 17h 35m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?
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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 11 as of July 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 Turkish Airlines at 12%, Qatar Airways at 12%, and JetBlue at 12%.

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Delta	PriceFrom $764	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,474 reviews	Search Delta flights
KLM	PriceFrom $776	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 1,541 reviews	Search KLM flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom $828	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,479 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $836	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 4,448 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $869	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 8,123 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom $884	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 1,012 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $958	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 3,743 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $967	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,822 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $982	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,999 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
JetBlue	PriceFrom $1,082	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 3,012 reviews	Search JetBlue flights

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