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Cheapest round-trip
$195
Typical prices: $293-$501
Southwest
Wed 11/7Fri 11/9
DAL - DCA • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$98
Typical prices: $183-$323
Southwest
Mon 11/5
DAL - BWI • Non-stop
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Every day
You can fly direct with Southwest. Average duration is 2h 46m
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DAL - IAD
Cheapest • 25% average savings
DAL - DCA
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When to book
4 weeks
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 4 weeks in advance save around 47% compared to booking last minute.
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February
Cheapest • 26% price drop
June
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Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Cheapest • Avg $403 (round-trip)
Houston Hobby (HOU)
Shortest trip • 5h 24m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Love Field to Washington, D.C. (DAL-WAS)

 

Cheap flights from Love Field to Washington, D.C. with top airlines, updated regularly. Compare round-trip, one-way, direct and last-minute deals.

Sat, Nov 7 - Mon, Nov 9
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10:45 am - 2:30 pmDAL  Dallas Love Field-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
2h 45mnonstop
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6:00 am - 8:15 amDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-DAL Dallas Love Field
3h 15mnonstop
$195Southwest
Wed, Nov 25 - Tue, Dec 1
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6:20 am - 10:00 amDAL  Dallas Love Field-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
2h 40mnonstop
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8:00 pm - 10:30 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-DAL Dallas Love Field
3h 30mnonstop
$195Southwest
Wed, Nov 11 - Sat, Nov 14
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8:10 pm - 11:50 pmDAL  Dallas Love Field-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
2h 40mnonstop
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6:10 am - 8:25 amDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-DAL Dallas Love Field
3h 15mnonstop
$195Southwest
Thu, Nov 5 - Mon, Nov 9
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6:20 am - 10:00 amDAL  Dallas Love Field-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
2h 40mnonstop
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6:00 am - 8:15 amDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-DAL Dallas Love Field
3h 15mnonstop
$195Southwest
Wed, Nov 4 - Sat, Nov 7
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4:30 pm - 8:15 pmDAL  Dallas Love Field-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
2h 45mnonstop
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6:10 am - 8:25 amDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-DAL Dallas Love Field
3h 15mnonstop
$195Southwest
Thu, Nov 5 - Thu, Nov 12
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6:20 am - 10:00 amDAL  Dallas Love Field-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
2h 40mnonstop
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5:15 pm - 7:45 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-DAL Dallas Love Field
3h 30mnonstop
$195Southwest
Tue, Dec 1 - Tue, Dec 1
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6:00 am - 9:45 amDAL  Dallas Love Field-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
2h 45mnonstop
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5:15 pm - 7:45 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-DAL Dallas Love Field
3h 30mnonstop
$195Southwest
Fri, Jan 8 - Mon, Jan 11
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8:15 am - 12:00 pmDAL  Dallas Love Field-BWI Baltimore/Washington
2h 45mnonstop
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6:15 am - 8:45 amBWI  Baltimore/Washington-DAL Dallas Love Field
3h 30mnonstop
$195Southwest
Sat, Dec 5 - Sat, Dec 5
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6:06 am - 12:57 pmDAL  Dallas Love Field-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
5h 51m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:30 pm - 10:43 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-DAL Dallas Love Field
5h 13m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$217Delta
Sat, Nov 7 - Sat, Nov 14
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3:59 pm - 9:49 pmDAL  Dallas Love Field-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
4h 50m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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12:31 pm - 6:06 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-DAL Dallas Love Field
6h 35m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$217Delta

Price, demand and travel trends for Dallas Love Field Airport to Washington, D.C. flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Dallas Love Field Airport to Washington, D.C.?

Round-trip flights from Dallas Love Field Airport to Washington, D.C. typically range from $293 to $501. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $195, on Southwest.

What is the cheapest Dallas Love Field Airport to Washington, D.C. flight route?

Dallas Love Field Airport (DAL) to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (IAD) is the cheapest Dallas Love Field Airport to Washington, D.C. route, averaging $226 round-trip. Other Dallas Love Field Airport to Washington, D.C. routes average $374, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Dallas Love Field Airport to Washington, D.C.?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Dallas Love Field Airport to Washington, D.C.. It’s 13% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 29% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Dallas Love Field Airport to Washington, D.C.?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Dallas Love Field Airport to Washington, D.C. at $277 round-trip.
•September ($454) and June ($424) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 63% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Dallas Love Field Airport to Washington, D.C. the cheapest?

Flights from Dallas Love Field Airport to Washington, D.C. are cheapest 4 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 47% 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 Love Field to Washington, D.C.

 
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Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on DCA

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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Laura Ratliff

Expert on DAL

Laura Ratliff is a New York-based writer and editor. She lives in downtown Brooklyn with her husband and their beloved dogs. Originally from Texas, she now considers New York City her home. She typically spends more than 200,000 miles on a plane each year and stays in plenty of hotels.

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Key details for Dallas Love Field Airport to Washington, D.C. flights

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

$98
Beat the crowds with an average 48% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 22% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Dallas Love Field Airport to Baltimore

When to book flights from Love Field to Washington, D.C.

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Love Field 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 Dallas Love Field Airport to Washington, D.C. 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 Dallas Love Field Airport to Washington, D.C.?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Dallas Love Field Airport to Washington, D.C.:

    • Earliest: departs at 6:00 am and lands at 8:46 am
    • Latest: departs at 8:10 pm and lands at 10:56 pm.

    The flight takes about 2h 46m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Dallas Love Field Airport to Washington, D.C.?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Dallas Love Field Airport to Washington, D.C..

  • How long is a flight from Dallas Love Field Airport to Washington, D.C.?

    A nonstop flight from Dallas Love Field Airport to Washington, D.C. takes 2h 46m, covering 1,182 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Dallas Love Field Airport 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 Dallas Love Field Airport to Washington, D.C. flight?

    Round-trip flights from Dallas Love Field Airport to Washington, D.C. range from $293 to $501, with an average of $374 over the past 12 months. Anything below $293 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Dallas Love Field Airport to Washington, D.C. flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 50% above the $374 route average. Book 4 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    On this route, nonstop flights are cheaper than layover options on average. Nonstop fares average $375 round-trip, compared to $403 via a layover through Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Dallas Love Field Airport to Washington, D.C.?

    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.

  • How are flight departures from Dallas Love Field Airport to Washington, D.C. spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Dallas Love Field Airport to Washington, D.C. flights, with 50% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 25%, evening flights for 25%, and night flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Dallas Love Field Airport 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 $195 to $1,806. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Dallas Love Field Airport to Washington, D.C. flights?

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

  • How are flight prices from Dallas Love Field Airport to Washington, D.C. looking right now?

    One-way fares from Dallas Love Field Airport to Washington, D.C. are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $101, which is 62% 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 from around $24:

    • Sixt
    • Dollar
    • Thrifty
    • Hertz
    • Alamo

    Near Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (IAD) — daily rates from around $24:

    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Budget
    • Sixt
    • Thrifty

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Dallas Love Field Airport to Washington, D.C.?

    Flights from Dallas Love Field Airport to Washington, D.C. usually depart from Dallas Love Field (DAL) 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 Dallas Love Field Airport to Washington, D.C. pass through?

    Connecting flights from Dallas Love Field Airport to Washington, D.C. most commonly pass through:

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 75% of one-stop connections
    • Houston Hobby (HOU) - 25% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Dallas Love Field Airport to Washington, D.C.?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 33% on flights from Dallas Love Field Airport to Washington, D.C.. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $327 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $485, a difference of $158.

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

  • What airlines fly from Dallas Love Field Airport to Washington, D.C.?

    Only Southwest operates flights between Dallas Love Field Airport and Washington, D.C..

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

    Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 19m, compared with 5h 24m via Houston Hobby (HOU).

  • What is the time difference between Dallas Love Field Airport and Washington, D.C.?

    Washington, D.C. is 1 hour ahead of Dallas Love Field Airport (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.?

    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 Dallas Love Field Airport to Washington, D.C. flights?

    Among airlines operating Dallas Love Field Airport to Washington, D.C. 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 Dallas Love Field Airport to Washington, D.C. 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 Dallas Love Field Airport 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 Saturday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Saturday flights average $327, about $158 less than Monday fares (33% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 4 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 47% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Dallas Love Field Airport to Washington, D.C. trip for February. Fares historically average $277 round-trip in that month - typically $177 less than the most expensive month, which is September (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
    • Pendry Washington DC - The Wharf

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