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Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal to Washington, D.C.?

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momondo compares prices from hundreds of airlines and agents so you can find and book the best deal on flights to Washington, D.C.. Millions of users trust and use momondo every year so you are in good company.

Question 2

Can I find flights to Washington, D.C. with flexible booking policies on momondo?

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All flight searches to Washington, D.C. on momondo can be filtered to show those which offer flexible booking policies.

Question 3

How can momondo help me find flights to Washington, D.C.?

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Once you have performed a search for flights to Washington, D.C., momondo helps you find the right flight by offering useful filters to narrow down your flight selection. Flights can be filtered by multiple factors such as airline, airport and price; but also by other criteria like aircraft type and payment method.

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I’m not ready to book a flight to Washington, D.C. right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

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Price alerts on flights to Washington, D.C. are quick and easy to set up on momondo. Simply perform a search and select the price alert feature. It is as simple as that.

Question 5

When is it best to fly to Washington, D.C. to go sightseeing?

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When planning your flight to Washington, D.C., consider that the month of May are typically considered the best times to visit if you are looking to go sightseeing. That is when the weather is most cooperative. Sights like White House and National Mall are very popular tourist attractions.

Question 6

How far in advance should I book a flight to Washington, D.C.?

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In general, most travellers find the cheapest time to book a flight to Washington, D.C. is about 78 days prior to their departure date, when tickets on average are R17 542.

Question 7

Is there an alternative airport near Washington, D.C.?

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Those flying to Washington, D.C. could potentially find better pricing at Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport (6 km from Washington, D.C. city centre) or Baltimore/Washington Airport (44 km from Washington, D.C. city centre) depending on the month and departure airport.

Question 8

Is there a cheaper alternative to flying into Washington, D.C.?

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The cheapest airport near Washington, D.C. is typically Baltimore/Washington Airport, with an average price of R3 512/person. These prices vary based on where travellers are coming from. It is suggested that travellers looking to save money try momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool.

Question 9

Are there flights to Dupont Circle?

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Yes, you can travel to Dupont Circle via a flight to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National airport in Washington, D.C. (Dupont Circle is 6,4 km from the airport).

Question 10

What’s the closest airport to White House?

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At 5,0 km away, Washington, D.C. Reagan-National airport in Washington, D.C. is the closest to White House.

Question 11

Which airlines fly to Washington, D.C.?

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Based on our data, the most popular airlines that fly to Washington, D.C. from South Africa are British Airways, United Airlines, KLM and Ethiopian Air. There may also be other airline options depending on where in South Africa you’re flying from.

Question 12

Emirates Flights to Washington, D.C.

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Emirates is a popular choice for users travelling to Washington, D.C.. It operates 9 flights every week to Washington, D.C., most often flying from Houston George Bush Intcntl. Emirates ticket prices will depend on when and where you need to fly from - deals as low as R18 606 (from Durban King Shaka Intl) have been found by momondo users. In 3 315 reviews, momondo users have rated Emirates at an average score of 8,1/10.

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Delta Flights to Washington, D.C.

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R15 634 is the best return Delta deal to Washington, D.C. found on momondo in the last few days. The deal departed from Johannesburg OR Tambo. Delta has 66 flights to Washington, D.C. most weeks, with prices varying by availability. 7 982 momondo users have reviewed Delta, scoring the airline a 8,0/10 on average.

Question 14

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

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Prices for flights to Washington, D.C. refresh daily.

Question 15

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

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The number of operators available for flights to Washington, D.C. is 11 as of August 2025.

Question 16

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

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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 stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel to Washington, D.C..

Question 17

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Washington, D.C.?

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The travel and health documents required for your trip to Washington, D.C. can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Washington, D.C.. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

Question 18

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Washington, D.C.?

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Flying to Washington, D.C. from South Africa in the afternoon is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as R15 721 when looking at flights departing in the afternoon. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying at midday when prices are R17 673 on average. Flights to Washington, D.C. from South Africa at midday are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travellers’ schedules.

Question 19

What is the cheapest month to fly to Washington, D.C.?

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In general, February is the cheapest month to fly from South Africa to Washington, D.C.. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around R15 654. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of February, then book flights to Washington, D.C. from South Africa during March instead. Flights to Washington, D.C. in March, while not as cheap as those in February, still average around R16 252.

Question 20

How far in advance should I book a flight to Washington, D.C.?

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You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Washington, D.C. from South Africa when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Washington, D.C. for around R17 596 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Washington, D.C. from South Africa for as low as R16 621 on momondo.

Question 21

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Washington, D.C.?

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The cheapest day to depart from South Africa to Washington, D.C. is on a Monday. Travellers who choose to depart for Washington, D.C. on a Monday will often find tickets for as low as R16 264. When flying out on a Saturday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from South Africa to Washington, D.C. for around R18 457.

Question 22

How long does it take to fly to Washington, D.C.?

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Flight times from South Africa to Washington, D.C. vary, but if you’re flying out of Johannesburg OR Tambo and flying into Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (one of the most popular routes), then the duration is 20h 28m on average. Another popular route from South Africa to Washington, D.C. is flying from Cape Town Intl to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl, which will take roughly 15h 40m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

CHEAPEST MONTH TO FLY TO WASHINGTON, D.C. FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORT	February	11% cheaper	Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Washington, D.C. costs on average just R15 654 in February
MOST EXPENSIVE MONTH TO FLY TO WASHINGTON, D.C. FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORT	August	23% more expensive	It costs about R21 593 for flights to Washington, D.C. from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in August
MOST POPULAR MONTH TO FLY TO WASHINGTON, D.C. FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORT	June	602% more users visited	More momondo users searched in flights to Washington, D.C. from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in June than any other month

Best One-Way Price	R9 980
Best Round-Trip Price	R14 425
Fastest flight time	23h 35m
Popular in	January

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