Flying from Johannesburg to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD): What you need to know
The timezone in Washington DC is UTC-5, which is seven hours behind Johannesburg. Washington Dulles International Airport is located in Washington DC.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Johannesburg to IAD. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
During popular months like April, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
Airports in Johannesburg
Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
We make it a breeze to book cheap flights from Johannesburg to IAD that include a stopover. To explore your options departing from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply select a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between JNB and IAD include:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
JNB is around 26 kilometres from central Johannesburg. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 35 minutes.
In search of a convenient hotel near Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Johannesburg to Washington Dulles International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping just around the corner from the terminal:
Of the flights that depart from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport, 75% land on time at their destination.
Lanseria International Airport (HLA)
Make the most of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Johannesburg to Washington Dulles International Airport. Cape Town International Airport (CPT) is a great option between Lanseria International Airport and IAD.
HLA is about 40 kilometres from central Johannesburg. It'll take you 45 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
Start your holiday sooner with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Johannesburg to IAD flight, unwind in one of these hotels close to Lanseria International Airport:
About Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Johannesburg to Washington Dulles International Airport. Make yourself comfy at one of these accommodation options near IAD instead:
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride around one week before your Johannesburg to Washington Dulles International Airport flight.
You'll find IAD at 1 Saarinen Circle.
Getting from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to central Washington DC
Central Washington DC is around 40 kilometres from Washington Dulles International Airport and takes about 45 minutes to reach by car. Work out your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
At the moment, R 9,201 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Johannesburg to Washington Dulles International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 15,073. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Johannesburg to IAD if you book early. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.
Cheap Johannesburg to Washington Dulles International Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across the month and then choose the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Johannesburg to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Picture the kind of break you want when picking your flight dates. February is the quietest month to visit Washington DC. June is when most people book flights from Johannesburg to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD), which may be perfect if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
When booking your Johannesburg to IAD plane ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in Washington DC, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
January has temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Johannesburg to Washington Dulles International Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Washington DC
After booking your flight from Johannesburg to Washington Dulles International Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Washington DC:
You'll find plenty of awesome things to do in Washington DC when you're ready to get out and sightsee. Kick off your itinerary at Lincoln Memorial followed by The White House and Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History.
Explore more of the United States
Philadelphia is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Washington DC. Around 225 kilometres away to the northeast, popular attractions include Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
If you want to check out another major destination in the United States, consider Virginia Beach, roughly 274 kilometres southeast of Washington DC. Virginia Beach Boardwalk, Resort Beach and Neptune's Park are among the biggest draws.