How far in advance should I book tickets for a flight with American Airlines from Washington, D.C. to Boston?

Generally, when trying to get a below average price for your ticket, try to book around 9 days before departure. For the cheapest possible price, our data suggests booking 52 days before departure.

Is American Airlines the cheapest airline to fly with from Washington, D.C. to Boston?

With an average price of $269 return, American Airlines is not the cheapest airline to fly from Washington, D.C. to Boston with. Instead, for the lowest price, our data suggests flying with Spirit Airlines, where a return flight costs $126 on average.

Does American Airlines fly direct to Boston from Washington, D.C.?

Yes, American Airlines does offer direct flights for the route, with around 46 flights per week.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Washington, D.C. to Boston with American Airlines?

On average, the cheapest day of the week to fly from Washington, D.C. to Boston with American Airlines is Tuesday, when prices are around $68. The most expensive day is generally Thursday, where the average price is around $78.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. to Boston with American Airlines?

The cheapest month for American Airlines flights to Boston from Washington, D.C. is generally January, where plane tickets cost $108 on average. If possible, try to avoid the most expensive months of May and June, where tickets cost $208 and $210 respectively.

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Sat, Jan 10 - Sat, Jan 17

7:30 am - 9:12 am

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1h 42mnonstop

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1h 52mnonstop

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Tue, Jan 6 - Tue, Jan 13

6:40 pm - 8:17 pm

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1h 37mnonstop

3:45 pm - 5:45 pm

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Fri, Jan 9 - Sat, Jan 10

8:45 pm - 10:19 pm

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1h 34mnonstop

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1h 49mnonstop

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Fri, Jan 16 - Sun, Jan 18

8:45 pm - 10:19 pm

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1h 34mnonstop

8:51 pm - 10:37 pm

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1h 46mnonstop

$167American Airlines

Thu, Jan 1 - Sat, Jan 31

6:30 am - 8:02 am

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$172American Airlines

Wed, Dec 31 - Sun, Jan 4

4:30 pm - 6:01 pm

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1h 31mnonstop

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1h 47mnonstop

$177American Airlines

Tue, Dec 30 - Thu, Jan 1

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$187American Airlines

Mon, Dec 29 - Wed, Dec 31

6:26 pm - 7:56 pm

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1h 30mnonstop

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1h 47mnonstop

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Sat, Jan 10 - Sat, Jan 17

8:45 pm - 10:19 pm

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1h 34mnonstop

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7h 02m1 stop

$196American Airlines

Thu, Dec 25 - Thu, Jan 1

3:05 pm - 4:43 pm

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1h 38mnonstop

8:00 am - 9:44 am

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1h 44mnonstop

$197American Airlines

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Low season	January
High season	October
Cheapest flight	$79
Average price round-trip	$246
Good deal one-way	$619

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How far in advance should I book tickets for a flight with American Airlines from Washington, D.C. to Boston?
Generally, when trying to get a below average price for your ticket, try to book around 9 days before departure. For the cheapest possible price, our data suggests booking 52 days before departure.
Is American Airlines the cheapest airline to fly with from Washington, D.C. to Boston?
With an average price of $269 return, American Airlines is not the cheapest airline to fly from Washington, D.C. to Boston with. Instead, for the lowest price, our data suggests flying with Spirit Airlines, where a return flight costs $126 on average.
What is the cheapest American Airlines flight from Washington, D.C. to Boston?
In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight with American Airlines from Washington, D.C. to Boston was $117 for a return flight and $72 for a one-way flight.
Does American Airlines fly direct to Boston from Washington, D.C.?
Yes, American Airlines does offer direct flights for the route, with around 46 flights per week.
What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Washington, D.C. to Boston with American Airlines?
On average, the cheapest day of the week to fly from Washington, D.C. to Boston with American Airlines is Tuesday, when prices are around $68. The most expensive day is generally Thursday, where the average price is around $78.
What’s the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. to Boston with American Airlines?
The cheapest month for American Airlines flights to Boston from Washington, D.C. is generally January, where plane tickets cost $108 on average. If possible, try to avoid the most expensive months of May and June, where tickets cost $208 and $210 respectively.

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JFK

Gate was overcrowded. Gate agents performed very well. Flight crew was top notch! Efficient & professional & courteous. Both meals not thermalized well. Dinner main dish was actually cold in the center. Almost inedible. Breakfast sandwich was lukewarm.

6.0 Okay

Andres, Dec 2025

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DFW

The boarding was as always, the crew tried their best but not enough. The food was a disaster I had dietary restrictions that were half met because the company did not loaded the food for the flight. The entertainment screen was fine but content was not and also they removed the free messaging option from the flight and they charged 30 dollars for that crappy bandwidth. This flight is not worth the cost and the company is going down on quality.

6.0 Okay

CHARLES, Dec 2025

PHL

DOH

Not comparable to Qatar Airways services on flights to Doha. Flight attendants provided basic services; I was never recognized by name or as an Executive Platinum member. Restrooms were not kept clean during the flight.

8.0 Very good

Fernando, Dec 2025

BHM

MIA

A little delay to take off

10.0 Wonderful

andrew, Dec 2025

AXA

MIA

No problems and on time

2.0 Poor

John, Dec 2025

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ORD

Awful. They won’t help me with anything. I booked on American but they abdicated to Iberia. The ticket was overpriced. Everything negative

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andrew, Dec 2025

MIA

AXA

Quick and efficient boarding

10.0 Wonderful

Jason, Dec 2025

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ORD

Good flight

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Connie, Dec 2025

PHX

MKE

it was fine, decent flight... dont get food besides cookies or pretzels so not sure why you ask about food. same for entertainment..

10.0 Wonderful

Jamie, Dec 2025

DCA

TPA

I got sick nothing contagious but distressing and the care I received by Kayla? Keighly the flight attendant will be memorable for ever. Thank You

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How far in advance should I book tickets for a flight with American Airlines from Washington, D.C. to Boston?

Generally, when trying to get a below average price for your ticket, try to book around 9 days before departure. For the cheapest possible price, our data suggests booking 52 days before departure.

Is American Airlines the cheapest airline to fly with from Washington, D.C. to Boston?

With an average price of $269 return, American Airlines is not the cheapest airline to fly from Washington, D.C. to Boston with. Instead, for the lowest price, our data suggests flying with Spirit Airlines, where a return flight costs $126 on average.

What is the cheapest American Airlines flight from Washington, D.C. to Boston?

In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight with American Airlines from Washington, D.C. to Boston was $117 for a return flight and $72 for a one-way flight.

Does American Airlines fly direct to Boston from Washington, D.C.?

Yes, American Airlines does offer direct flights for the route, with around 46 flights per week.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Washington, D.C. to Boston with American Airlines?

On average, the cheapest day of the week to fly from Washington, D.C. to Boston with American Airlines is Tuesday, when prices are around $68. The most expensive day is generally Thursday, where the average price is around $78.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. to Boston with American Airlines?

The cheapest month for American Airlines flights to Boston from Washington, D.C. is generally January, where plane tickets cost $108 on average. If possible, try to avoid the most expensive months of May and June, where tickets cost $208 and $210 respectively.

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