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Cheapest round-trip
$198
Typical prices: $142-$306
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DFW - IAD • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$199
Typical prices: $190-$377
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Thu 10/8Wed 10/14
DFW - IAD • Non-stop
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Cheap Flights from Dallas to Washington, D.C. (DFW-WAS)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Dallas to Washington, D.C. that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Dallas to Washington, D.C.

Tue, Sep 1 - Wed, Sep 30
Frontier Logo
10:00 am - 5:14 pmDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
6h 14m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Frontier Logo
4:36 pm - 6:52 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
3h 16mnonstop
$198Frontier
Fri, Sep 11 - Mon, Sep 14
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7:30 am - 11:33 amDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
3h 03mnonstop
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7:50 am - 6:43 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
11h 53m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$198Frontier
Sun, Sep 13 - Mon, Sep 14
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8:05 am - 12:10 amDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
15h 05m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:36 pm - 8:07 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
14h 31m2 stops Blountville Tri Cities TN/VA Orlando
$205Multiple Airlines
Tue, Sep 15 - Tue, Sep 22
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3:13 pm - 11:23 pmDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
7h 10m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
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11:10 am - 5:45 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
7h 35m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$206JetBlue
Thu, Oct 1 - Tue, Oct 6
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5:20 am - 11:45 amDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-BWI Baltimore/Washington
5h 25m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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9:46 am - 2:04 pmBWI  Baltimore/Washington-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
5h 18m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$220JetBlue
Tue, Oct 13 - Wed, Oct 14
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7:55 pm - 11:59 pmDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
3h 04mnonstop
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6:59 am - 9:36 amDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
3h 37mnonstop
$221American Airlines
Sat, Oct 17 - Sat, Oct 24
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10:25 am - 2:28 pmDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
3h 03mnonstop
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1:44 pm - 4:21 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
3h 37mnonstop
$221American Airlines
Tue, Sep 8 - Tue, Sep 15
United Airlines Logo
5:20 pm - 9:25 pmDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
3h 05mnonstop
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6:00 pm - 8:24 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
3h 24mnonstop
$221United Airlines
Tue, Sep 8 - Wed, Sep 9
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5:20 pm - 9:25 pmDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
3h 05mnonstop
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6:00 pm - 8:24 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
3h 24mnonstop
$221United Airlines
Wed, Sep 9 - Tue, Sep 15
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5:30 am - 11:30 amDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
5h 00m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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11:10 am - 5:45 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
7h 35m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$241Delta
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Dallas to Washington, D.C. flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Dallas to Washington, D.C. to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a round-trip flight from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Washington, D.C.?

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Washington, D.C. departing in September.

Flight prices are typical for this route right now.

Flights to Washington, D.C. from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport usually cost between $158 and $315 in September.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $198 on Frontier (Sep 5-Sep 7).

What is the cheapest Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Washington, D.C. flight route?

Data is based on round-trip flight searches on KAYAK over the past month.

The cheapest return flight from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Washington, D.C. costs $149 on the route between Dallas/Fort Worth Airport (DFW) and Baltimore (BWI). Over the past month, this route was, on average, 20% cheaper than other Dallas/Fort Worth Airport-Washington, D.C. routes. The most popular route is between Dallas/Fort Worth Airport (DFW) and Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (IAD).

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

The average price of all round-trip flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Washington, D.C. clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

When flying from Dallas to Washington, D.C., you should consider leaving on a Friday and avoid Tuesdays if you are looking for the best rates. For your return to Dallas, you’ll find the best rates on Fridays and the most expensive ones on Mondays.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Washington, D.C.?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Washington, D.C., removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Washington, D.C. is January, where tickets cost $237 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and March, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $390 and $380 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Washington, D.C.?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

No, with an average price for the route of $380, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Washington, D.C.?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Washington, D.C., removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Washington, D.C., you should book around 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 28% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 19 weeks before departure.

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

 
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Harriet Baskas

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Expert on United Airlines, DCA and IAD

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January

Cheapest flight

$95
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 17% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 35% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Dallas to Washington, D.C.

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Dallas 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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FAQs for booking Dallas to Washington, D.C. flights

  • Can I have access to pet relief facilities at DFW?

    If you are flying through DFW with your furry friend, you can have access to designated pet relief facilities for your pet potty breaks and drinking water. These pet relief zones are located in Terminals A, B, D and E on the Airside and terminals A, C, D and E on the Landside. Moreover, they are equipped with cleaning supplies, so don’t worry about carrying something to clean after your pet.

  • Is it possible to spend the night at DFW?

    The employees and security at DFW Airport are apparently accommodating, and numerous couches and seats are available everywhere. The lounge areas in Terminals D, B, and E, the rest areas in Terminal C, and the yoga area in Terminal E are excellent sleeping locations. Consider packing earplugs, a jacket, or a travel blanket because noise and low temperatures are some of the sleep distractions at the airport.

  • Where can I find information at the Washington DC airports?

    When flying through DCA and looking for specific information, make your way to the information desks located at terminals B, C and A. On the hand, if you are flying through IAD, you can get the information on the Baggage Claim area on the landside and on the Airside, while at BWI, it is located on the upper ticketing level.

  • Can I pick up my rental car at Washington DC Airport?

    DCA, IAD and BWI feature exceptional car rental agencies such as Hertz, Dollar, Thrifty, Enterprise, Avis, Alamo, SIXT and National. BWI has these rental agencies in different facilities near the airport, while at IAD, they are found in the Baggage claim area. On the other hand, if you fly through DCA, you will find them in terminal A.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Washington, D.C.?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Washington, D.C. was $95 for a one-way ticket and $198 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Dallas and Washington, D.C.?

    No, a passport isn't needed to fly from Dallas to Washington, D.C.. However, local authorities might ask for an official ID.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Dallas to Washington, D.C.?

    When flying out of Dallas you will be using Dallas/Fort Worth. You will be landing at one of these airports: Washington, D.C. Reagan-National or Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Dallas to Washington, D.C.?

    American Airlines, and JetBlue offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Dallas to Washington, D.C. flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Dallas to Washington, D.C.?

    The Boeing 737-800 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Dallas to Washington, D.C. flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Dallas to Washington, D.C.?

    SkyTeam, Star Alliance, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between Dallas and Washington, D.C., with SkyTeam being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Dallas to Washington, D.C.?

    There are nonstop flights from Dallas to Washington, D.C. on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Dallas to Washington, D.C., Southwest or Delta?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Dallas to Washington, D.C. are Southwest and Delta. With an average price for the route of $362 and an overall rating of 8.0, Southwest is the most popular choice. Delta is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $257 and an overall rating of 7.8.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Dallas to Washington, D.C.?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Dallas to Washington, D.C..

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Dallas to Washington, D.C.?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Washington, D.C. from Dallas is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Dallas to Washington, D.C.?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Washington, D.C. with an airline and back to Dallas with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Dallas to Washington, D.C.?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Washington, D.C. from Dallas up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Washington, D.C.

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $173 or less one-way and $316 or less round-trip.
  • Dallas Fort Worth International airport (DFW) offers various spacious and excellent parking spaces that passengers who want to leave their cars at the airport can take advantage of. These parking spaces range from onsite to offsite parking lots, which include long-term, daily and hourly parking services. Using the offsite parking lots is advisable if you are flying out for an extended stay.
  • DFW features a USO lounge that active duty US military personnel flying through the airport can utilize to unwind and relax. The lounge offers toiletries, charging stations, snacks, drinks, kid’s play areas, board games, table games, internet connectivity and TV at no extra costs. The military personnel families can also have access to these services.
  • Washington Reagan International airport (DCA), Washington Dulles International airport (IAD) and Baltimore Washington Thurgood Marshall International Airport (BWI) are all equipped with airline lounges where passengers can unwind, freshen up and relax when flying through any of the airports. The lounges, such as United Club lounges found at DCA and IAD, offer exceptional services, including flight monitor display.
  • If you are flying through any of the Washington DC airports with a companion with reduced mobility, you can utilize the wheelchair services and extra assistance that the airport management offers. However, you need to contact your airline or TSA before your travel date, informing them that you might need those services.
  • It is unlikely to find direct flights along DFW to Washington, DC. However, you can opt for flights with single layovers if your want to get to your destination faster. Frontier Airlines and American Airlines are some of the carriers operating along this route, usually with layovers at DEN and CLT. But if you have some time, you should opt for two-stop option flights like Delta and United Airlines, which will also save you money.

Prefer to fly direct from Dallas to Washington, D.C.?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Dallas/Fort Worth to Washington, D.C..
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Direct departures

Dallas/Fort Worth to Washington, D.C.

Monday

American Airlines,Frontier,United Airlines

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Tuesday

American Airlines,Frontier,United Airlines

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

Wednesday

American Airlines,Frontier,United Airlines

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

Thursday

American Airlines,Frontier,United Airlines

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

Friday

American Airlines,Frontier,United Airlines

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

Saturday

American Airlines,Frontier,United Airlines

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

Sunday

American Airlines,Frontier,United Airlines

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

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Direct returns

Washington, D.C. to Dallas/Fort Worth

Monday

American Airlines,Frontier,United Airlines

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

Tuesday

American Airlines,Frontier,United Airlines

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

Wednesday

American Airlines,Frontier,United Airlines

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

Thursday

American Airlines,Frontier,United Airlines

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

Friday

American Airlines,Frontier,United Airlines

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

Saturday

American Airlines,Frontier,United Airlines

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

Sunday

American Airlines,Frontier,United Airlines

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

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Flights from the other most popular airlines that fly from Dallas to Washington, D.C. according to KAYAK users. Prices are the lowest found on KAYAK over the last 7 days. Price and availability are not guaranteed.