How long does it take to fly to Johannesburg?

Flight times from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg vary, but if you’re flying out of Washington, D.C. and flying into Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (one of the most popular routes), then the duration is 21h 30m on average. Another popular route from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg is flying from Baltimore to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, which will take roughly 25h 04m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

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

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

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

Prices for flights from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg were last updated today.

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

As of March 2026, there are 2 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 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 from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg.

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

The necessary travel and health documents for your Johannesburg trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

R8 689 Cheap Flights from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg in 2026

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

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from R15 409 to R19 147. The lowest price recently found on this route was R14 398.

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21:45 - 10:30

IAD

JNB

30h 45m

1 stop

17:50 - 11:35

JNB

IAD

23h 45m

1 stop

R14 398Turkish Airlines

Sat, May 2 - Tue, May 12

15:10 - 8:15

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JNB

35h 05m

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9:45 - 9:45

JNB

IAD

30h 00m

1 stop

R14 432Etihad Airways

Wed, May 13 - Sun, May 17

21:45 - 10:30

IAD

JNB

30h 45m

1 stop

17:50 - 11:35

JNB

IAD

23h 45m

1 stop

R14 466Turkish Airlines

Sat, May 2 - Tue, May 12

15:10 - 8:20

IAD

JNB

35h 10m

1 stop

9:50 - 9:45

JNB

IAD

29h 55m

1 stop

R14 567Etihad Airways

Thu, Apr 9 - Sat, Apr 18

6:00 - 0:15

DCA

JNB

36h 15m

2 stops

17:00 - 17:07

JNB

DCA

30h 07m

2 stops

R16 234Multiple Airlines

Tue, May 5 - Tue, May 19

6:00 - 0:15

DCA

JNB

36h 15m

2 stops

17:00 - 17:30

JNB

DCA

30h 30m

2 stops

R16 251Kenya Airways

Sun, Apr 26 - Sun, May 3

11:00 - 15:50

DCA

JNB

22h 50m

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17:00 - 17:07

JNB

DCA

30h 07m

2 stops

R16 284Kenya Airways

Tue, May 12 - Wed, May 27

6:00 - 10:55

DCA

JNB

46h 55m

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17:00 - 22:59

JNB

DCA

35h 59m

2 stops

R16 335Multiple Airlines

Wed, Apr 29 - Sat, May 2

11:41 - 8:50

BWI

JNB

39h 09m

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20:40 - 23:56

JNB

BWI

33h 16m

2 stops

R21 926Qatar Airways

Wed, Apr 22 - Wed, Apr 29

11:41 - 8:50

BWI

JNB

39h 09m

2 stops

14:45 - 23:56

JNB

BWI

39h 11m

2 stops

R23 610Qatar Airways

Thu, Apr 23 - Sun, May 10

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

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Kenya Airways

Apr 26

DCA6:00Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

36h 15m

2 stops

JNB0:15Johannesburg OR Tambo

May 3

JNB17:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

30h 30m

2 stops

DCA17:30Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

R16 251

Kenya Airways

May 12

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

22h 50m

2 stops

JNB15:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

May 27

JNB17:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

30h 07m

2 stops

DCA17:07Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

R16 284

Kenya Airways

Apr 28

IAD18:50Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

47h 25m

2 stops

JNB0:15Johannesburg OR Tambo

May 5

JNB17:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

25h 05m

2 stops

IAD12:05Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

R16 318

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Apr 9

IAD15:10Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

35h 10m

1 stop

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

Apr 18

JNB9:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

29h 55m

1 stop

IAD9:45Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

R14 567

Etihad Airways

Aug 10

IAD15:10Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

35h 10m

1 stop

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sept 16

JNB9:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

29h 55m

1 stop

IAD9:45Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

R14 583

Etihad Airways

Mar 26

IAD15:35Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

34h 45m

1 stop

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

Apr 1

JNB9:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

30h 00m

1 stop

IAD9:45Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

R14 617

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R16 234

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R16 251

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R16 284

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Wed 29/4

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R16 335

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Wed 22/4

11:41-8:50

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20:40-23:56

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R23 610

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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?

In general, January is the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around R16 638. The month of February is another great option to travel to Johannesburg, with average flight prices from Washington, D.C. averaging around R16 722.

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 R19 360 when searching weeks before you fly. 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 R16 992 on momondo.

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The fastest flight from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg takes 20h 10m

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How far is Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg by plane?
The distance between Washington, D.C. and Johannesburg is about 13036,2 km. Flights usually cover this in 20h 10m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg?
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As of March 2026, there are 2 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 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 from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Johannesburg?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Johannesburg trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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