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Cheapest round-trip
$115
Typical prices: $135-$281
Frontier
Wed 11/7Sun 11/11
FLL - IAD • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$116
Typical prices: $134-$278
Frontier
Wed 11/14Thu 11/15
FLL - IAD • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with United Airlines and Frontier. Average duration is 2h 35m
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Most punctual • 92% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 8 weeks in advance save around 50% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 15% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $241 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 5h 12m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Fort Lauderdale to Dulles Intl (FLL-IAD)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Fort Lauderdale to Dulles Intl

Sat, Nov 7 - Wed, Nov 11
Frontier Logo
6:31 am - 5:12 pmFLL  Fort Lauderdale-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
10h 41m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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7:48 am - 2:39 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-FLL Fort Lauderdale
6h 51m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$115Frontier
Tue, Nov 10 - Sun, Nov 15
Frontier Logo
6:31 am - 5:12 pmFLL  Fort Lauderdale-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
10h 41m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:07 pm - 8:50 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-FLL Fort Lauderdale
2h 43mnonstop
$116Frontier
Thu, Nov 19 - Sun, Nov 22
Frontier Logo
5:35 pm - 8:11 pmFLL  Fort Lauderdale-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
2h 36mnonstop
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10:47 pm - 8:09 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-FLL Fort Lauderdale
9h 22m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$116Frontier
Tue, Nov 3 - Tue, Nov 10
United Airlines Logo
8:55 am - 11:28 amFLL  Fort Lauderdale-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
2h 33mnonstop
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8:33 am - 11:23 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-FLL Fort Lauderdale
2h 50mnonstop
$135United Airlines
Thu, Feb 4 - Mon, Feb 8
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8:37 am - 11:10 amFLL  Fort Lauderdale-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
2h 33mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
8:45 am - 11:44 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-FLL Fort Lauderdale
2h 59mnonstop
$135United Airlines
Tue, Nov 17 - Wed, Nov 18
United Airlines Logo
8:55 am - 11:28 amFLL  Fort Lauderdale-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
2h 33mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
8:33 am - 11:23 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-FLL Fort Lauderdale
2h 50mnonstop
$135United Airlines
Thu, Nov 5 - Sat, Nov 7
Multiple Airlines Logo
3:22 pm - 11:43 pmFLL  Fort Lauderdale-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
8h 21m2 stops Tampa Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:07 pm - 8:50 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-FLL Fort Lauderdale
2h 43mnonstop
$148Multiple Airlines
Thu, Nov 12 - Tue, Nov 17
Multiple Airlines Logo
3:22 pm - 11:43 pmFLL  Fort Lauderdale-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
8h 21m2 stops Tampa Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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7:48 am - 2:15 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-FLL Fort Lauderdale
6h 27m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$176Multiple Airlines
Mon, Oct 26 - Fri, Oct 30
Delta Logo
5:00 pm - 12:42 amFLL  Fort Lauderdale-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
7h 42m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
12:30 pm - 6:54 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-FLL Fort Lauderdale
6h 24m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
$197Delta
Thu, Oct 29 - Sat, Oct 31
Delta Logo
11:16 am - 5:33 pmFLL  Fort Lauderdale-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
6h 17m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
Delta Logo
3:03 pm - 7:39 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-FLL Fort Lauderdale
4h 36m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$197Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Fort Lauderdale to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Fort Lauderdale to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

Round-trip flights from Fort Lauderdale to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport typically range from $135 to $281. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $115, on Frontier.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Fort Lauderdale to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Fort Lauderdale to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport. It’s 11% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 50% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Fort Lauderdale to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

•October is the cheapest month to fly from Fort Lauderdale to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport at $164 round-trip.
•March ($297) and April ($260) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 81% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Fort Lauderdale to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Fort Lauderdale to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport are cheapest 8 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 50% 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 Fort Lauderdale to Dulles Intl

 
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Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

Expert on FLL

Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specializing in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favorite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history. She will always choose the window seat.

Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on IAD

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.

Key details for Fort Lauderdale to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$86
Beat the crowds with an average 58% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 107% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Fort Lauderdale to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport

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Your Fort Lauderdale to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl 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 Fort Lauderdale to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Fort Lauderdale to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport:

    • Earliest: departs at 8:54 am and lands at 11:29 am
    • Latest: departs at 7:26 pm and lands at 10:01 pm.

    The flight takes about 2h 35m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Fort Lauderdale to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Fort Lauderdale to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Fort Lauderdale to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    A nonstop flight from Fort Lauderdale to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport takes 2h 35m, covering 903 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Fort Lauderdale to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl 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 Fort Lauderdale to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Fort Lauderdale to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport range from $135 to $281, with an average of $194 over the past 12 months. Anything below $135 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Fort Lauderdale to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 21% above the $194 route average. Book 8 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Fort Lauderdale to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    On this route, nonstop flights are cheaper than layover options on average. Nonstop fares average $192 round-trip, compared to $241 via a layover through Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from Fort Lauderdale to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    United Airlines is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while Frontier has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Fort Lauderdale to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flights are:

    • United Airlines: 92% on time
    • Frontier: 69% on time
    • Delta: 33% on time

    Overall, flights on this route are punctual 89% of the time on average.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Fort Lauderdale to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $40–$100 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 Fort Lauderdale to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    The Airbus A321neo family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Frontier. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A320-100/200 variants.

  • How are flight departures from Fort Lauderdale to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport spread across the day?

    Evening is the busiest departure period on Fort Lauderdale to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flights, with 50% of flights leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 25%, afternoon flights for 25%, and night flights for 0%.

  • How are flight prices from Fort Lauderdale to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Fort Lauderdale to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $94, which is 39% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (IAD)?

    Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (IAD) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $24 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Budget
    • Sixt
    • Thrifty

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Fort Lauderdale to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    Flights from Fort Lauderdale to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport usually depart from Fort Lauderdale (FLL) and arrive at Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Fort Lauderdale to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl 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 Fort Lauderdale to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl 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 Fort Lauderdale to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport route, 11% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2h 05m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Fort Lauderdale to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport pass through?

    Connecting flights from Fort Lauderdale to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport most commonly pass through:

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 72% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 28% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Fort Lauderdale to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 41% on flights from Fort Lauderdale to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $173 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $291, a difference of $118.

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

  • What airlines fly from Fort Lauderdale to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    2 airlines operate flights between Fort Lauderdale and Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • United Airlines
    • Frontier

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Fort Lauderdale to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    Flying via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 12m, compared with 6h 22m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

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

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

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Fort Lauderdale to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flights?

    Among airlines operating Fort Lauderdale to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flights:

    • Frontier: offers free seat selection
    • 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 Fort Lauderdale to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flights?

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

    • Frontier: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • 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 Fort Lauderdale to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl 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 Thursday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Thursday flights average $173, about $118 less than Sunday fares (41% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 8 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 50% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Fort Lauderdale to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport trip for October. Fares historically average $164 round-trip in that month - typically $133 less than the most expensive month, which is March (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with United Airlines. Over the past three months, 92% of United Airlines flights from Fort Lauderdale to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 89%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 2h 05m, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference if you're on a tight schedule.

Prefer to fly direct from Fort Lauderdale to Washington Dulles Airport?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Fort Lauderdale Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Fort Lauderdale to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Monday

Frontier,United Airlines

Frontier,United Airlines

Tuesday

Frontier,United Airlines

Frontier,United Airlines

Wednesday

Frontier,United Airlines

Frontier,United Airlines

Thursday

Frontier,United Airlines

Frontier,United Airlines

Friday

Frontier,United Airlines

Frontier,United Airlines

Saturday

Frontier,United Airlines

Frontier,United Airlines

Sunday

Frontier,United Airlines

Frontier,United Airlines

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Direct returns

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl to Fort Lauderdale

Monday

Frontier,United Airlines

Frontier,United Airlines

Tuesday

Frontier,United Airlines

Frontier,United Airlines

Wednesday

Frontier,United Airlines

Frontier,United Airlines

Thursday

Frontier,United Airlines

Frontier,United Airlines

Friday

Frontier,United Airlines

Frontier,United Airlines

Saturday

Frontier,United Airlines

Frontier,United Airlines

Sunday

Frontier,United Airlines

Frontier,United Airlines

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