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Cheapest round-trip
$289
Typical prices: $460-$731
Frontier
Thu 12/13Thu 12/20
AUS - DCA • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$306
Typical prices: $490-$828
Southwest
Fri 12/7Tue 12/11
AUS - DCA • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
Every day
You can fly direct with Southwest. Average duration is 3h 01m
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Southwest
Most punctual • 76% on-time
Morning
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
26 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 26 weeks in advance save around 58% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
November
Cheapest • 15% price drop
June
Most popular
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Denver Intl (DEN)
Cheapest • Avg $307 (round-trip)
Nashville Intl (BNA)
Shortest trip • 4h 52m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Austin to Reagan-National (AUS-DCA)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Austin to Reagan-National

Sun, Dec 13 - Sun, Dec 20
Frontier Logo
6:31 pm - 12:55 pmAUS  Austin Bergstrom-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
17h 24m1 stop Denver Intl
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7:40 am - 6:49 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-AUS Austin Bergstrom
12h 09m1 stop Denver Intl
$289Frontier
Tue, Dec 29 - Fri, Jan 1
American Airlines Logo
6:09 pm - 11:59 pmAUS  Austin Bergstrom-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
4h 50m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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6:17 am - 10:57 amDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-AUS Austin Bergstrom
5h 40m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$296American Airlines
Sun, Dec 13 - Sun, Dec 20
Southwest Logo
8:00 am - 3:00 pmAUS  Austin Bergstrom-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
6h 00m2 stops Dallas Love Field Oklahoma City Will Rogers World
Southwest Logo
6:05 am - 10:30 amDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-AUS Austin Bergstrom
5h 25m1 stop Nashville Intl
$296Southwest
Fri, Dec 25 - Fri, Jan 1
American Airlines Logo
8:09 am - 3:59 pmAUS  Austin Bergstrom-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
6h 50m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
6:17 am - 10:57 amDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-AUS Austin Bergstrom
5h 40m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$297American Airlines
Mon, Nov 16 - Thu, Nov 19
Frontier Logo
8:21 pm - 4:47 pmAUS  Austin Bergstrom-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
19h 26m1 stop Denver Intl
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7:00 am - 7:26 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-AUS Austin Bergstrom
13h 26m1 stop Denver Intl
$298Frontier
Sun, Nov 15 - Thu, Nov 19
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:24 pm - 11:24 pmAUS  Austin Bergstrom-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
27h 00m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
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1:00 pm - 7:26 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-AUS Austin Bergstrom
7h 26m1 stop Denver Intl
$298Multiple Airlines
Thu, Nov 19 - Sun, Nov 22
Delta Logo
1:52 pm - 9:47 pmAUS  Austin Bergstrom-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
6h 55m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
7:00 am - 12:47 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-AUS Austin Bergstrom
6h 47m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$299Delta
Sun, Dec 13 - Sun, Dec 20
Southwest Logo
8:00 am - 3:00 pmAUS  Austin Bergstrom-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
6h 00m2 stops Dallas Love Field Oklahoma City Will Rogers World
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6:05 am - 11:50 amDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-AUS Austin Bergstrom
6h 45m2 stops Nashville Intl Memphis
$301Southwest
Wed, Nov 18 - Thu, Nov 19
Delta Logo
7:30 am - 4:37 pmAUS  Austin Bergstrom-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
8h 07m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
Delta Logo
6:10 am - 11:19 amDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-AUS Austin Bergstrom
6h 09m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$302Delta
Tue, Dec 1 - Tue, Dec 8
Multiple Airlines Logo
3:45 pm - 8:56 pmAUS  Austin Bergstrom-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
28h 11m2 stops Fort Lauderdale Orlando
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:00 pm - 5:35 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-AUS Austin Bergstrom
24h 35m1 stop Denver Intl
$324Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Austin to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Austin to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

Round-trip flights from Austin to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport typically range from $460 to $731. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $289, on Frontier.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Austin to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Austin to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport. It’s 12% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 41% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Austin to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

•November is the cheapest month to fly from Austin to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport at $466 round-trip.
•August ($699) and June ($605) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 50% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Austin to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Austin to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport are cheapest 26 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 58% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight from Austin to Reagan-National

 
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Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

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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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Harriet Baskas

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Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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Key details for Austin to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$143
Beat the crowds with an average 31% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 44% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Austin to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport

When to book flights from Austin to Reagan-National

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Your Austin to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport flight questions, answered

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

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Austin to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Austin to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport:

    • Earliest: departs at 10:55 am and lands at 1:56 pm
    • Latest: departs at 4:45 pm and lands at 7:46 pm.

    The flight takes about 3h 01m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Austin to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Austin to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Austin to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    A nonstop flight from Austin to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport takes 3h 01m, covering 1,313 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Austin to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    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 Austin to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Austin to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport range from $460 to $731, with an average of $546 over the past 12 months. Anything below $460 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Austin to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 66% above the $546 route average. Book 26 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Austin to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $307 round-trip via Denver Intl (DEN), compared to $597 for nonstop.

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from Austin to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    Southwest is the only airline operating Austin to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport flights. 76% of its flights are on time.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Austin to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $45–$90 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Austin to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    The Boeing 737 MAX 8 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Southwest and United Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) variants.

  • How are flight departures from Austin to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Austin to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport flights, with 100% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 0%, evening flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Austin to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport 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 $289 to $2,175. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Austin to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport flights?

    JetBlue is the only airline on the Austin to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

  • How are flight prices from Austin to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Austin to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $150, which is 49% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport (DCA)?

    Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport (DCA) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $71 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Sixt
    • Dollar
    • Thrifty
    • Hertz
    • Alamo

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Austin to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    Flights from Austin to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport usually depart from Austin Bergstrom (AUS) and arrive at Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Austin to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while afternoon departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Austin to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Austin to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport route, 24% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 1h 52m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Austin to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Austin to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 32% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 19% of one-stop connections
    • Fort Lauderdale (FLL) - 14% of one-stop connections
    • Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 12% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Austin to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 38% on flights from Austin to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $483 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $772, a difference of $289.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • What airlines fly from Austin to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    Only Southwest operates flights between Austin and Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Austin to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    Flying via Nashville Intl (BNA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 52m, compared with 5h via Lambert-St Louis (STL) and 5h 06m via Dallas Love Field (DAL).

  • What is the time difference between Austin and Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport is 1 hour ahead of Austin (Eastern Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

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

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Austin to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport flights?

    Among airlines operating Austin to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport flights:

    • Southwest: 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 Austin to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport flights?

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

    • Southwest: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • JetBlue: a cabin bag in Economy Class 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 Austin to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport 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 Saturday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Saturday flights average $483, about $289 less than Monday fares (37% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 26 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 58% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Austin to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport trip for November. Fares historically average $466 round-trip in that month - typically $233 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 Denver Intl Airport (DEN) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $307 round-trip on this route - about $290 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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