Flying from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Johannesburg: what you need to know
Washington Dulles International Airport is located in Washington DC. Following the UTC+2 timezone, Johannesburg is six hours ahead of Washington DC.
Give yourself enough time to make your IAD to Johannesburg flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Heading away during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save on your flight ticket from IAD to Johannesburg. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these connection hubs:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
The journey from central Washington DC to IAD takes around 1 hour 10 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 40 kilometres in 50 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Looking for a hotel close to IAD? If you've booked an early flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Johannesburg, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Washington Dulles International Airport, data shows 74.39% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
IAD is located at 1 Saarinen Circle.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Johannesburg
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Washington Dulles International Airport to Johannesburg flight is ر.ق. 1,768. The cheapest price for a return flight is ر.ق. 2,773. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from IAD to Johannesburg if you book ahead. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird discounts.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, make the most of the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the cheapest price across every month when searching for your Washington Dulles International Airport to Johannesburg ticket.
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Airports in Johannesburg
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to central Johannesburg takes around 30 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 29 kilometres away.
It'll take around 1 hour 10 minutes to get there by public transport.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Johannesburg, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near JNB:
Go where the road takes you with an O.R. Tambo International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Carwiz, Alamo or Green Motion and venture far and wide through Johannesburg and beyond.
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from O.R. Tambo International Airport around three weeks in advance of your flight from IAD to Johannesburg.
Lanseria International Airport (HLA)
Once your flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Johannesburg has hit the tarmac, you can reach the city centre in around 50 minutes by car. Central Johannesburg is roughly 48 kilometres from Lanseria International Airport (HLA).
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel close to HLA. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your IAD to Johannesburg flight:
First - Car Hire, Tempest - Car Hire and Firefly powered by Hertz make collecting a Lanseria International Airport rental car quick and easy. These trusted companies are located in or around the terminal and will have you behind the wheel before you know it.
Call dibs on the best options. Securing your ride from HLA four weeks in advance often means better deals and a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Johannesburg
Carefully consider your travel dates before booking your flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Johannesburg. The city comes alive in high season, but hotel prices are generally higher and attractions can get crowded. Visit Johannesburg in the off-season if you like a quieter vibe.
The warmest month in Johannesburg is January, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC and 30ºC. Lock in your Washington Dulles International Airport to Johannesburg flight ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
July sees average temperatures of between 4ºC and 20ºC. Look for a cheap ticket from IAD to Johannesburg around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Johannesburg
Start your Johannesburg trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Johannesburg, check out our selection of hotels including:
Maboneng Precinct and Constitution Hill are a couple of top-rated attractions to put on your Johannesburg travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Johannesburg Zoo.
Explore more of South Africa
Johannesburg will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of South Africa just waiting to be explored. Around 451 kilometres south-east of Johannesburg, a trip to Pietermaritzburg will keep your itinerary busy. Start with popular sights like KwaZulu-Natal National Botanical Garden, Comrades Marathon House and The Old Prison.
Around 370 kilometres south-west of Johannesburg, Bloemfontein is another favourite stop in South Africa. No visit is complete without checking out Naval Hill Planetarium, Bloemfontein Zoo and Anglo Boer War Museum.
