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Cheapest round-trip
$656
Typical prices: $534-$844
Delta
Mon 12/3Sat 12/8
ANC - IAD • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$306
Typical prices: $328-$563
Delta
Tue 12/4
ANC - IAD • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
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There are currently no direct flights between Anchorage and Washington, D.C.. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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ANC - DCA
Cheapest • 11% average savings
ANC - IAD
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January
Cheapest • 42% price drop
June
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Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)
Cheapest • Avg $449 (round-trip)
Minneapolis St Paul (MSP)
Shortest trip • 10h 39m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Anchorage to Washington, D.C. (ANC-WAS)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Anchorage to Washington, D.C.

Thu, Dec 3 - Tue, Dec 8
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6:05 am - 12:31 amANC  Anchorage-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
14h 26m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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10:11 am - 1:45 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-ANC Anchorage
19h 34m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$656Delta
Thu, Dec 3 - Tue, Dec 8
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4:03 pm - 11:19 amANC  Anchorage-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
15h 16m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Minneapolis St Paul
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6:00 am - 8:53 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-ANC Anchorage
18h 53m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Minneapolis St Paul
$661Delta
Sun, Nov 22 - Thu, Dec 3
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10:08 pm - 11:18 amANC  Anchorage-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
9h 10m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
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8:07 am - 11:28 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-ANC Anchorage
19h 21m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$682Delta
Fri, Dec 4 - Wed, Dec 9
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1:41 am - 4:05 pmANC  Anchorage-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
10h 24m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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5:05 pm - 12:51 amDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-ANC Anchorage
11h 46m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$683Alaska Airlines
Fri, Dec 4 - Wed, Dec 9
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1:41 am - 4:15 pmANC  Anchorage-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
10h 34m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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7:00 am - 8:51 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-ANC Anchorage
17h 51m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$683Alaska Airlines
Thu, Jan 28 - Mon, Feb 1
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11:12 pm - 8:00 pmANC  Anchorage-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
16h 48m1 stop Los Angeles
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9:30 am - 10:48 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-ANC Anchorage
17h 18m1 stop Los Angeles
$733Alaska Airlines
Thu, Mar 18 - Mon, Mar 22
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8:40 pm - 10:28 amANC  Anchorage-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
9h 48m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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10:30 am - 7:44 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-ANC Anchorage
13h 14m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$773United Airlines
Mon, Jan 4 - Fri, Jan 15
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8:30 pm - 11:42 amANC  Anchorage-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
11h 12m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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4:15 pm - 11:15 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-ANC Anchorage
11h 00m1 stop Denver Intl
$773United Airlines
Sat, Mar 6 - Fri, Mar 12
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8:15 pm - 11:31 amANC  Anchorage-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
11h 16m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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7:16 am - 7:09 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-ANC Anchorage
15h 53m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$967American Airlines
Thu, Mar 11 - Fri, Mar 19
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8:15 pm - 11:33 amANC  Anchorage-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
11h 18m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
7:16 am - 7:09 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-ANC Anchorage
15h 53m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$1,033American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Anchorage to Washington, D.C. flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Anchorage to Washington, D.C.?

Round-trip flights from Anchorage to Washington, D.C. typically range from $534 to $844. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $656, on Delta.

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

Anchorage (ANC) to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport (DCA) is the cheapest Anchorage to Washington, D.C. route, averaging $610 round-trip. Other Anchorage to Washington, D.C. routes average $755, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Anchorage to Washington, D.C.?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Anchorage to Washington, D.C.. It’s 8% cheaper than the average day, while Thursday is the most expensive, with prices 7% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Anchorage to Washington, D.C.?

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Anchorage to Washington, D.C. at $401 round-trip.
•August ($968) and September ($915) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 141% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Expert advice for your flight from Anchorage to Washington, D.C.

 
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Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on ANC

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

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Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

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Key details for Anchorage to Washington, D.C. flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$306
Beat the crowds with an average 36% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 37% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Anchorage to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport

When to book flights from Anchorage to Washington, D.C.

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Anchorage to Washington, D.C. based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Anchorage to Washington, D.C. flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Anchorage to Washington, D.C.?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Anchorage to Washington, D.C.:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Anchorage to Washington, D.C.?

    A nonstop flight from Anchorage to Washington, D.C. takes 00m, covering 3,362 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Anchorage to Washington, D.C.?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Anchorage to Washington, D.C. flight?

    Round-trip flights from Anchorage to Washington, D.C. range from $534 to $844, with an average of $691 over the past 12 months. Anything below $534 counts as a good deal.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Anchorage to Washington, D.C.?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $449 round-trip via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW), compared to $849 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Anchorage to Washington, D.C.?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $40–$80 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Have flight prices from Anchorage to Washington, D.C. changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $656 to $1,654. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Anchorage to Washington, D.C. looking right now?

    One-way fares from Anchorage to Washington, D.C. are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $362, which is 14% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available in Washington, D.C.?

    Since Washington, D.C. is served by multiple airports, car rental options and rates can vary depending on which one you fly into.
    Near Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport (DCA) — daily rates averaging $71:

    • Sixt
    • Dollar
    • Thrifty
    • Hertz
    • Alamo

    Near Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (IAD) — daily rates averaging $70:

    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Budget
    • Sixt
    • Thrifty

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Anchorage to Washington, D.C.?

    Flights from Anchorage to Washington, D.C. usually depart from Anchorage (ANC) and may arrive at several airports in Washington, D.C. area, including Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA) and Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Anchorage to Washington, D.C. pass through?

    One-stop flights from Anchorage to Washington, D.C. most commonly connect through:

    • Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) - 54% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 21% of one-stop connections
    • Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) - 13% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 8% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Anchorage to Washington, D.C.?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 15% on flights from Anchorage to Washington, D.C.. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $641 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $746, a difference of $105.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Anchorage to Washington, D.C.?

    Flying via Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 10h 39m, compared with 10h 42m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and 10h 57m via Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA).

  • What is the time difference between Anchorage and Washington, D.C.?

    Washington, D.C. is 4 hours ahead of Anchorage (Eastern Time vs Alaska Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Washington, D.C.?

    Some of the most popular sights in Washington, D.C. are Walter E. Washington Convention Center, National Mall and Capital One Arena. These are among the most viewed places in Washington, D.C. on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Anchorage to Washington, D.C. flights?

    Among airlines operating Anchorage to Washington, D.C. flights:

    • United Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Anchorage to Washington, D.C. flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Anchorage to Washington, D.C. flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Thursday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $641, about $105 less than Thursday fares (14% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Anchorage to Washington, D.C. trip for January. Fares historically average $401 round-trip in that month - typically $567 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Dallas/Fort Worth Airport (DFW) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $449 round-trip on this route - about $399 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport.

    • Hyatt House Washington DC The Wharf
    • Intercontinental Hotels Washington D.C. - The Wharf By IHG
    • Canopy by Hilton Washington D.C - The Wharf

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