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Cheapest round-trip
$202
Typical prices: $157-$288
JetBlue
Wed 12/12Fri 12/14
JFK - DCA • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$217
Typical prices: $149-$277
Delta
Sat 12/22Sun 1/7
JFK - DCA • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with American Airlines, Delta and JetBlue. Average duration is 1h 38m
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Avoid delays
Most punctual • 81% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 24 weeks in advance save around 58% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheap Flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Reagan-National (JFK-DCA)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from John F Kennedy Intl to Reagan-National

Sat, Dec 12 - Mon, Dec 14
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3:45 pm - 7:59 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
4h 14m1 stop Boston Logan Intl
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4:45 pm - 9:28 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
4h 43m1 stop Boston Logan Intl
$202JetBlue
Tue, Dec 1 - Sat, Dec 5
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11:00 am - 3:51 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
4h 51m1 stop Boston Logan Intl
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12:00 pm - 4:22 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
4h 22m1 stop Boston Logan Intl
$202JetBlue
Tue, Dec 22 - Thu, Jan 7
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8:20 pm - 9:52 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
1h 32mnonstop
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5:08 pm - 6:39 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
1h 31mnonstop
$217Delta
Mon, Dec 14 - Mon, Dec 21
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3:00 pm - 4:31 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
1h 31mnonstop
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5:50 pm - 7:29 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
1h 39mnonstop
$217Delta
Thu, Dec 17 - Thu, Dec 24
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9:37 am - 2:53 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
5h 16m1 stop Boston Logan Intl
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6:17 am - 7:29 amDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
1h 12mnonstop
$217JetBlue
Sat, Nov 28 - Sat, Dec 5
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8:35 am - 10:02 amJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
1h 27mnonstop
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5:02 pm - 6:40 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
1h 38mnonstop
$224Delta
Tue, Dec 29 - Tue, Dec 29
American Airlines Logo
9:00 am - 10:42 amJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
1h 42mnonstop
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5:26 pm - 7:05 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
1h 39mnonstop
$230American Airlines
Thu, Dec 17 - Sun, Dec 20
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9:00 am - 10:42 amJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
1h 42mnonstop
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5:26 pm - 7:05 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
1h 39mnonstop
$234American Airlines
Sat, Nov 28 - Sun, Nov 29
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8:35 am - 10:02 amJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
1h 27mnonstop
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8:00 pm - 6:45 amDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
10h 45m1 stop Boston Logan Intl
$445Multiple Airlines
Thu, Dec 3 - Mon, Dec 7
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8:04 pm - 5:59 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
21h 55m1 stop San Francisco
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8:00 am - 10:59 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
14h 59m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$713Alaska Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

Round-trip flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport typically range from $157 to $288. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $202, on JetBlue.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport. It’s 10% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 27% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport at $147 round-trip.
•October ($268) and September ($267) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 82% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport the cheapest?

Flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport are cheapest 24 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 John F Kennedy Intl to Reagan-National

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on Delta

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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Harriet Baskas

Expert on American Airlines and JFK

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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Ramsey Qubein

Expert on DCA

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.

Key details for New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

$99
Beat the crowds with an average 52% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 31% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport

When to book flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Reagan-National

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from John F Kennedy Intl to Reagan-National based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport 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 New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport:

    • Earliest: departs at 6:30 am and lands at 8:08 am
    • Latest: departs at 9:30 pm and lands at 11:08 pm.

    The flight takes about 1h 38m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    A nonstop flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport takes 1h 38m, covering 212 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport 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 New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport range from $157 to $288, with an average of $197 over the past 12 months. Anything below $157 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 54% above the $197 route average. Book 24 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    On this route, nonstop flights are cheaper than layover options on average. Nonstop fares average $190 round-trip, compared to $270 via a layover through Boston Logan Intl (BOS).

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    American Airlines is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while Delta has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport flights are:

    • American Airlines: 81% on time
    • Delta: 78% on time
    • JetBlue: 68% on time

    Overall, flights on this route are punctual 78% of the time on average.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $35–$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 New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    The Embraer 175 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by American Airlines and Delta. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A220-300 variants.

  • How are flight departures from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport flights, with 38% of flights leaving in that window. Evening departures account for 37%, afternoon flights for 13%, and night flights for 12%.

  • Have flight prices from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport 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 $202 to $877. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport flights?

    Three airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport flights:

    • JetBlue
    • Delta
    • American Airlines

    Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty program; others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

  • How are flight prices from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $139, which is 11% 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 New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    Flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport usually depart from New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) and arrive at Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

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

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport 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 New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport route, 22% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2h 09m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport pass through?

    Most connecting flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport pass through Boston Logan Intl (BOS), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 29% on flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $179 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $252, a difference of $73.

    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 New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    3 airlines operate flights between New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport and Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • American Airlines
    • Delta
    • JetBlue

  • 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 New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport flights?

    Among airlines operating New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport flights:

    • JetBlue: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • Delta: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • American 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 New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport flights?

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

    • Delta: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • American Airlines: 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 New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport 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 Thursday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Thursday flights average $179, about $73 less than Monday fares (29% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 24 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 New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport trip for February. Fares historically average $147 round-trip in that month - typically $121 less than the most expensive month, which is October (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with American Airlines. Over the past three months, 81% of American Airlines flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 78%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 2h 09m, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference if you're on a tight schedule.
  • 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
    • Cambria Hotel Washington D.C. Navy Yard Riverfront

Prefer to fly direct from New York John F Kennedy Airport to Reagan Washington National Airport?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

New York John F Kennedy Intl to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Monday

American Airlines,Delta,JetBlue

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Tuesday

American Airlines,Delta,JetBlue

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Wednesday

American Airlines,Delta,JetBlue

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Thursday

American Airlines,Delta,JetBlue

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Friday

American Airlines,Delta,JetBlue

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Saturday

American Airlines,Delta,JetBlue

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Sunday

American Airlines,Delta,JetBlue

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

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Direct returns

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National to New York John F Kennedy Intl

Monday

American Airlines,Delta,JetBlue

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Tuesday

American Airlines,Delta,JetBlue

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Wednesday

American Airlines,Delta,JetBlue

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Thursday

American Airlines,Delta,JetBlue

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Friday

American Airlines,Delta,JetBlue

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Saturday

American Airlines,Delta,JetBlue

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Sunday

American Airlines,Delta,JetBlue

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

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