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Cheapest round-trip
$145
Typical prices: $163-$325
Frontier
Sun 10/28Wed 10/31
LGA - IAD • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$267
Typical prices: $167-$329
Delta
Fri 10/19Mon 10/22
LGA - DCA • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with American Airlines, Delta and United Airlines. Average duration is 1h 31m
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Cheapest • 12% average savings
Most popular
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Most punctual • 78% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 19 weeks in advance save around 52% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 30% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $122 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h 23m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from LaGuardia to Washington, D.C. (LGA-WAS)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from LaGuardia to Washington, D.C.

Tue, Oct 27 - Sat, Oct 31
Frontier Logo
5:30 pm - 5:12 pmLGA  New York LaGuardia-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
23h 42m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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7:52 am - 4:01 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-LGA New York LaGuardia
8h 09m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$145Frontier
Wed, Oct 28 - Sat, Oct 31
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6:30 am - 5:12 pmLGA  New York LaGuardia-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
10h 42m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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7:52 am - 4:01 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-LGA New York LaGuardia
8h 09m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$145Frontier
Sat, Oct 3 - Tue, Oct 6
Frontier Logo
6:15 am - 4:46 pmLGA  New York LaGuardia-BWI Baltimore/Washington
10h 31m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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10:22 am - 8:59 pmBWI  Baltimore/Washington-LGA New York LaGuardia
10h 37m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$149Frontier
Mon, Oct 19 - Thu, Oct 22
Delta Logo
7:10 pm - 8:43 pmLGA  New York LaGuardia-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
1h 33mnonstop
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6:10 am - 7:14 amDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-LGA New York LaGuardia
1h 04mnonstop
$267Delta
Mon, Sep 28 - Thu, Oct 1
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9:25 pm - 10:47 pmLGA  New York LaGuardia-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
1h 22mnonstop
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8:55 pm - 10:13 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-LGA New York LaGuardia
1h 18mnonstop
$270Delta
Sun, Sep 27 - Thu, Oct 1
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8:50 am - 10:17 amLGA  New York LaGuardia-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
1h 27mnonstop
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8:55 pm - 10:13 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-LGA New York LaGuardia
1h 18mnonstop
$270Delta
Thu, Nov 26 - Thu, Dec 3
American Airlines Logo
9:00 am - 10:37 amLGA  New York LaGuardia-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
1h 37mnonstop
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6:50 pm - 8:27 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-LGA New York LaGuardia
1h 37mnonstop
$279American Airlines
Thu, Oct 29 - Sun, Nov 1
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8:02 am - 9:30 amLGA  New York LaGuardia-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
1h 28mnonstop
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7:00 am - 8:37 amDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-LGA New York LaGuardia
1h 37mnonstop
$279American Airlines
Thu, Oct 8 - Sun, Oct 11
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 7:23 amLGA  New York LaGuardia-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
1h 23mnonstop
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12:40 pm - 2:09 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-LGA New York LaGuardia
1h 29mnonstop
$279United Airlines
Wed, Oct 28 - Sat, Oct 31
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2:59 pm - 4:31 pmLGA  New York LaGuardia-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
1h 32mnonstop
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10:10 pm - 11:34 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-LGA New York LaGuardia
1h 24mnonstop
$279United Airlines
Booking Insights

Price, demand and travel trends for New York LaGuardia Airport to Washington, D.C. flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from New York LaGuardia Airport to Washington, D.C.?

Round-trip flights from New York LaGuardia Airport to Washington, D.C. start at $145. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $163 to $325. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $145 on Frontier.

What is the cheapest New York LaGuardia Airport to Washington, D.C. flight route?

New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA) to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport (DCA) is the cheapest New York LaGuardia Airport to Washington, D.C. route, averaging $221 round-trip. Other New York LaGuardia Airport to Washington, D.C. routes average $281, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from New York LaGuardia Airport to Washington, D.C.?

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from New York LaGuardia Airport to Washington, D.C., it is 20% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 30% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from New York LaGuardia Airport to Washington, D.C.?

  • February is the cheapest month to fly from New York LaGuardia Airport to Washington, D.C. at $161 round-trip.
  • May ($282) and September ($279) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 75% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from New York LaGuardia Airport to Washington, D.C. the cheapest?

Flights from New York LaGuardia Airport to Washington, D.C. are cheapest 19 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 52% 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 LaGuardia to Washington, D.C.

 
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Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on Delta, United Airlines and 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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Harriet Baskas

Expert on American Airlines

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.

Laura Ratliff

Laura Ratliff

Expert on LGA

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.

Key details for New York LaGuardia Airport to Washington, D.C. flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$97
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 12% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 4% lower on average.
Flight from New York LaGuardia Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport

When to book flights from LaGuardia to Washington, D.C.

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Your New York LaGuardia Airport to Washington, D.C. flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on New York LaGuardia Airport to Washington, D.C. flights?

    Among airlines operating New York LaGuardia Airport to Washington, D.C. flights:

    • Delta: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • American Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • United Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • JetBlue: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • What airlines are available from New York LaGuardia Airport to Washington, D.C.?

    3 airlines operate flights between New York LaGuardia Airport and Washington, D.C.. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • American Airlines
    • Delta
    • United Airlines

  • Which airports can I use when flying from New York LaGuardia Airport to Washington, D.C.?

    Flights from New York LaGuardia Airport to Washington, D.C. usually depart from New York LaGuardia (LGA) 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 airlines include bags at no extra cost on New York LaGuardia Airport to Washington, D.C. 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
    • 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 travelers should check the fare details before booking.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from New York LaGuardia Airport to Washington, D.C.?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from New York LaGuardia Airport to Washington, D.C.:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from New York LaGuardia Airport to Washington, D.C.?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $122 round-trip via Fort Lauderdale (FLL), compared to $233 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from New York LaGuardia Airport to Washington, D.C.?

    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 airports do connecting flights from New York LaGuardia Airport to Washington, D.C. pass through?

    One-stop flights from New York LaGuardia Airport to Washington, D.C. most commonly connect through:

    • Fort Lauderdale (FLL) - 84% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 10% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 3% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 3% of one-stop connections

    Fort Lauderdale (FLL) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from New York LaGuardia Airport to Washington, D.C.?

    On the New York LaGuardia Airport to Washington, D.C. route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 39%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $185 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $299: a $114 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from New York LaGuardia Airport to Washington, D.C.?

    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 LaGuardia Airport to Washington, D.C. route, 23% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2 hours 0 minutes.

  • How are flight departures from New York LaGuardia Airport to Washington, D.C. spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on New York LaGuardia Airport to Washington, D.C. flights, with 48% of flights leaving in that window. Evening departures account for 26%, afternoon flights for 21%, and night flights for 5%.

  • 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.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from New York LaGuardia Airport to Washington, D.C.?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from New York LaGuardia Airport to Washington, D.C.:

    • Earliest: departs at 6:00 am and lands at 7:31 am
    • Latest: departs at 9:25 pm and lands at 10:56 pm.

    The flight takes about 1h 31m.

  • How expensive are last-minute New York LaGuardia Airport to Washington, D.C. flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 39% above the route average of $229. Book 19 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from New York LaGuardia Airport to Washington, D.C.?

    A nonstop flight from New York LaGuardia Airport to Washington, D.C. takes 1h 31m, covering 212 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from New York LaGuardia 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.

  • Have flight prices from New York LaGuardia 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 $145 to $995. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from New York LaGuardia Airport to Washington, D.C. looking right now?

    One-way fares from New York LaGuardia Airport to Washington, D.C. are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $126, which is 24% below the typical average for this route.

  • How do delay rates compare for morning and evening flights from New York LaGuardia Airport to Washington, D.C.?

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route. Delays tend to pile up throughout the day as one late flight pushes the next, so earlier departures are usually more reliable.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from New York LaGuardia Airport to Washington, D.C.?

    Flying via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 23m, compared with 7h 07m via Fort Lauderdale (FLL) and 7h 33m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

  • 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 $23:

    • Sixt
    • Dollar
    • Thrifty
    • Alamo
    • Budget

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

    • Dollar
    • Budget
    • Hertz
    • Sixt
    • Thrifty

  • How much should I expect to pay for a New York LaGuardia Airport to Washington, D.C. flight?

    Round-trip flights from New York LaGuardia Airport to Washington, D.C. range from $163 to $325, with an average of $229 over the past 12 months. Anything below $163 counts as a good deal.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on New York LaGuardia Airport to Washington, D.C. flights?

    Three airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on New York LaGuardia Airport to Washington, D.C. flights:

    • • Delta
    • • American Airlines
    • • JetBlue

    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.

Your guide to booking New York LaGuardia 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 can be flexible, aim for a Saturday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Saturday flights average $185 - about $114 less than Monday (38% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 19 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 52% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your New York LaGuardia Airport to Washington, D.C. trip for February. Fares historically average $161 round-trip in that month - typically $121 less than the most expensive month, which is May (based on the last 12 months).
  • If arriving on time is high on your priority list, Delta is the strongest pick on this route. 78% of Delta flights from New York LaGuardia Airport to Washington, D.C. arrived on time in the past 3 months, slightly above the route's average on-time arrival rate of 77%. When flights on this route do arrive late, the average delay is 2 hours, so choosing a carrier with strong on-time performance can make a difference on tight schedules.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Fort Lauderdale Airport (FLL) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $122 round-trip on this route - about $111 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
    - Pendry Washington DC - The Wharf

Prefer to fly direct from New York LaGuardia Airport to Washington, D.C.?

 
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Direct departures

New York LaGuardia to Washington, D.C.

Monday

American Airlines,Delta,United Airlines

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Tuesday

American Airlines,Delta,United Airlines

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Wednesday

American Airlines,Delta,United Airlines

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Thursday

American Airlines,Delta,United Airlines

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Friday

American Airlines,Delta,United Airlines

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Saturday

American Airlines,Delta,United Airlines

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Sunday

American Airlines,Delta,United Airlines

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

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Direct returns

Washington, D.C. to New York LaGuardia

Monday

American Airlines,Delta,United Airlines

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Tuesday

American Airlines,Delta,United Airlines

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Wednesday

American Airlines,Delta,United Airlines

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Thursday

American Airlines,Delta,United Airlines

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Friday

American Airlines,Delta,United Airlines

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Saturday

American Airlines,Delta,United Airlines

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Sunday

American Airlines,Delta,United Airlines

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

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