Which airlines fly to Washington, D.C.?

American Airlines, United Airlines, Southwest and Delta are the most popular airlines that fly from United States to Washington, D.C. on a routine basis, according to our data. You should be able to find flights to Washington, D.C. with these airlines and other airlines flying from United States.

Southwest Flights to Washington, D.C.

Southwest is a popular choice for users traveling to Washington, D.C.. It operates 35 flights every week to Washington, D.C., most often flying from Dallas Love Field. Southwest ticket prices will depend on when and where you need to fly from - deals as low as $137 (from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson) have been found by momondo users. In 4,241 reviews, momondo users have rated Southwest at an average score of 8.0/10.

Delta Flights to Washington, D.C.

Delta flight deals to Washington, D.C. start from $84 - this is the best price found recently on momondo, and was a round-trip journey departing from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson. Over any normal week, Delta flight prices are typically higher, but vary depending on where you fly from - Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson is the most popular Delta departure point to Washington, D.C. so generally has the most availability. Delta is scored a 7.9/10 in 7,980 reviews.

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

Flight times from United States to Washington, D.C. vary, but if you’re flying out of Los Angeles and flying into Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (one of the most popular routes), then the duration is 4h 33m on average. Another popular route from United States to Washington, D.C. is flying from Miami to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl, which will take roughly 2h 34m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

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11:00 am - 2:03 pmORD-BWI

2h 03mnonstop

4:00 pm - 5:16 pmBWI-ORD

2h 16mnonstop

$88Frontier

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2:45 pm - 5:48 pmORD-BWI

2h 03mnonstop

4:07 pm - 5:23 pmBWI-ORD

2h 16mnonstop

$92Frontier

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11:05 am - 2:11 pmORD-BWI

2h 06mnonstop

10:05 am - 11:25 amBWI-ORD

2h 20mnonstop

$139United Airlines

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Tue, Jan 13 - Thu, Jan 15

5:30 am - 7:13 amBOS-IAD

1h 43mnonstop

9:00 am - 10:38 amIAD-BOS

1h 38mnonstop

$147United Airlines

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Wed, Nov 5 - Thu, Nov 6

12:35 pm - 2:36 pmBOS-DCA

2h 01mnonstop

6:59 am - 8:42 amDCA-BOS

1h 43mnonstop

$147Delta

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Fri, Dec 5 - Mon, Dec 8

6:00 am - 7:49 amBOS-DCA

1h 49mnonstop

8:45 pm - 10:16 pmDCA-BOS

1h 31mnonstop

$149American Airlines

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6:00 am - 8:04 amBOS-DCA

2h 04mnonstop

12:15 pm - 1:55 pmDCA-BOS

1h 40mnonstop

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6:00 am - 7:49 amBOS-DCA

1h 49mnonstop

6:30 pm - 7:54 pmDCA-BOS

1h 24mnonstop

$153American Airlines

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7h 05m1 stop

3:55 pm - 8:20 pmIAD-LAX

7h 25m1 stop

$237Southwest

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7:00 am - 5:15 pmLAX-DCA

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8h 35m2 stops

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ORD - BWI

ORDBWI

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Fri 10/31

11:00 am-2:03 pm

Nonstop2h 03m

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 11/2

4:00 pm-5:16 pm

Nonstop2h 16m

$88

ChicagoBaltimore

ORD - BWI

ORDBWI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 11/7

2:45 pm-5:48 pm

Nonstop2h 03m

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 11/10

4:07 pm-5:23 pm

Nonstop2h 16m

$92

ChicagoBaltimore

ORD - BWI

ORDBWI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 1/13

11:05 am-2:11 pm

Nonstop2h 06m

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 1/15

10:05 am-11:25 am

Nonstop2h 20m

$139

BostonWashington, D.C.

BOS - IAD

BOSIAD

Boston Logan Intl

Wed 11/5

5:30 am-7:13 am

Nonstop1h 43m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 11/6

9:00 am-10:38 am

Nonstop1h 38m

$147

BostonWashington, D.C.

BOS - DCA

BOSDCA

Boston Logan Intl

Fri 12/5

12:35 pm-2:36 pm

Nonstop2h 01m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 12/8

6:59 am-8:42 am

Nonstop1h 43m

$147

BostonWashington, D.C.

BOS - DCA

BOSDCA

Boston Logan Intl

Fri 11/21

6:00 am-7:49 am

Nonstop1h 49m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 12/5

8:45 pm-10:16 pm

Nonstop1h 31m

$149

BostonWashington, D.C.

BOS - DCA

BOSDCA

Boston Logan Intl

Thu 11/20

6:00 am-8:04 am

Nonstop2h 04m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 11/20

12:15 pm-1:55 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

$151

BostonWashington, D.C.

BOS - DCA

BOSDCA

Boston Logan Intl

Fri 11/28

6:00 am-7:49 am

Nonstop1h 49m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 12/5

6:30 pm-7:54 pm

Nonstop1h 24m

$153

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX - IAD

LAXIAD

Los Angeles

Thu 12/4

5:40 am-3:45 pm

1 stop7h 05m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 12/6

3:55 pm-8:20 pm

1 stop7h 25m

$237

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX - DCA

LAXDCA

Los Angeles

Thu 12/4

7:00 am-5:15 pm

1 stop7h 15m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 12/10

4:40 pm-10:15 pm

2 stops8h 35m

$242

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

The month of April is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Washington, D.C. from United States, with most prices found around $147. If you’re not able to fly to Washington, D.C. in April, then September is your next best option. Flight prices from United States to Washington, D.C. during September average around $185.

What is the absolute cheapest flight to Washington, D.C.?

Users booking trips to Washington, D.C. from New Haven found flights 91% cheaper than the average price of flights to Washington, D.C.. To find the cheapest price to Washington, D.C. from your area, use momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool.

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

On average, the least expensive day to fly to Washington, D.C. from United States is on a Friday. momondo users have found tickets for Friday departures for as low as $351. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. When flying out on a Sunday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from United States to Washington, D.C. for around $463.

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

In the morning is the cheapest time of day to fly from United States to Washington, D.C. when you can find flight prices for as low as $378. Flying to Washington, D.C. in the morning is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. Try not to purchase tickets at noon because they tend to be around $462. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

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CHEAPEST MONTH TO FLY TO WASHINGTON, D.C. FROM LOS ANGELES	August	12% cheaper	Flying from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. costs on average just $317 in August
MOST EXPENSIVE MONTH TO FLY TO WASHINGTON, D.C. FROM LOS ANGELES	December	32% more expensive	It costs about $476 for flights to Washington, D.C. from Los Angeles in December
MOST POPULAR MONTH TO FLY TO WASHINGTON, D.C. FROM LOS ANGELES	November	196% more users visited	More momondo users searched in flights to Washington, D.C. from Los Angeles in November than any other month

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Summary info about Washington, D.C. flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price	$45
Best Round-Trip Price	$88
Fastest flight time	1h 58m
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The best one-way flight price to Washington, D.C. from United States in the last 72 hours is $45 (Dallas/Fort Worth to Baltimore/Washington).

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The best round-trip flight price to Washington, D.C. from United States in the last 72 hours is $88 (Chicago O'Hare Intl to Baltimore/Washington).

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The fastest flight to Washington, D.C. from United States takes 1h 58m (Chicago O'Hare Intl to Baltimore/Washington).

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December has the highest demand for flights to Washington, D.C., with a 21% price increase on average.

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Frequently asked questions about flying to Washington, D.C.

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

The city of Washington, D.C. has many sights to see while visiting. Many tourists find it ideal to go sightseeing when the weather is warmer, but not blistering. Consider booking your flight to Washington, D.C. for May, when temperatures are a bit higher and the chance of rain is relatively low. Many travelers find it worthwhile to visit White House, National Mall, and U.S. Capitol.

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

The ideal time to book your flight to Washington, D.C. is 84 days in advance when prices tend to average $224. Don’t hesitate to check prices now though because momondo users recently found tickets for as low as $96.

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

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport or Baltimore/Washington Airport can be an alternative airport used for travel to Washington, D.C..

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

The cheapest airport near Washington, D.C. is typically Baltimore/Washington Airport with an average price of $357/person. These prices vary based on where travelers are coming from. It is suggested that travelers looking to save money try momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool.

Are there flights to Dupont Circle?

Yes, if you fly to Baltimore/Washington in Washington, D.C. which is the closest available airport to Dupont Circle (27.2 mi away).

What’s the closest airport to Walter E. Washington Convention Center?

The airport which is nearest to Walter E. Washington Convention Center is Baltimore/Washington. It is 26.6 mi away and is in Washington, D.C..

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

Prices for flights to Washington, D.C. are refreshed on a daily basis.

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

There are 60 operators available for flights to Washington, D.C. as of October 2025.

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

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel to Washington, D.C..

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

The necessary travel and health documents for your Washington, D.C. 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 license 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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