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Cheap Flights from New York to Washington, D.C. (NYC-WAS)
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from New York 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 New York to Washington, D.C.
Mon, Sep 21 - Thu, Sep 24
9:08 am - 10:44 amLGA New York LaGuardia-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
1h 36mnonstop
10:17 am - 11:46 amDCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-LGA New York LaGuardia
1h 29mnonstop
$160American Airlines
Thu, Sep 24 - Fri, Sep 25
3:19 pm - 4:59 pmLGA New York LaGuardia-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
1h 40mnonstop
6:59 am - 8:25 amDCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-LGA New York LaGuardia
1h 26mnonstop
$171American Airlines
Wed, Oct 14 - Sat, Oct 31
4:59 pm - 12:21 amLGA New York LaGuardia-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
7h 22m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
7:52 am - 4:01 pmIAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-LGA New York LaGuardia
8h 09m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$180Frontier
Tue, Sep 29 - Tue, Oct 6
6:15 am - 5:18 pmLGA New York LaGuardia-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
11h 03m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
7:50 am - 4:00 pmIAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-LGA New York LaGuardia
8h 10m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$190Frontier
Sun, Sep 27 - Wed, Sep 30
9:30 pm - 10:59 pmJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
1h 29mnonstop
8:55 am - 12:34 pmDCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
3h 39m1 stop Boston Logan Intl
$225JetBlue
Sun, Sep 27 - Tue, Sep 29
9:30 pm - 10:59 pmJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
1h 29mnonstop
8:55 am - 12:34 pmDCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
3h 39m1 stop Boston Logan Intl
$225JetBlue
Fri, Oct 23 - Fri, Oct 23
10:20 am - 11:50 amJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
1h 30mnonstop
6:32 pm - 8:00 pmIAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
1h 28mnonstop
$257Delta
Thu, Sep 24 - Sun, Sep 27
2:50 pm - 4:22 pmLGA New York LaGuardia-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
1h 32mnonstop
7:15 pm - 8:36 pmDCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-LGA New York LaGuardia
1h 21mnonstop
$257Delta
Thu, Oct 8 - Sun, Oct 11
6:00 am - 7:23 amLGA New York LaGuardia-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
1h 23mnonstop
10:10 pm - 11:30 pmIAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-LGA New York LaGuardia
1h 20mnonstop
$279United Airlines
Thu, Oct 8 - Mon, Oct 12
6:00 am - 7:23 amLGA New York LaGuardia-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
1h 23mnonstop
10:10 pm - 11:30 pmIAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-LGA New York LaGuardia
1h 20mnonstop
$279United Airlines
Recent one-way flight deals from New York to Washington, D.C.
Tue, Sep 29
4:55 pm - 12:10 amLGA New York LaGuardia-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
7h 15m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$91Frontier
Tue, Sep 29
4:55 pm - 12:10 amLGA New York LaGuardia-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
7h 15m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$93Frontier
Sun, Nov 8
6:40 am - 11:10 amJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
4h 30m1 stop Boston Logan Intl
$126JetBlue
Wed, Nov 4
9:25 am - 3:55 pmJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
6h 30m1 stop Boston Logan Intl
$126JetBlue
Mon, Oct 26
3:55 pm - 5:33 pmJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
1h 38mnonstop
$129Delta
Fri, Oct 2
8:29 am - 10:00 amJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
1h 31mnonstop
$129American Airlines
Mon, Oct 19
6:30 am - 8:03 amJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
1h 33mnonstop
$129American Airlines
Thu, Oct 1
6:15 am - 7:34 amLGA New York LaGuardia-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
1h 19mnonstop
$130Delta
Fri, Nov 27
7:37 pm - 9:08 pmLGA New York LaGuardia-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
1h 31mnonstop
$140United Airlines
Sat, Oct 10
10:25 am - 11:55 amLGA New York LaGuardia-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
1h 30mnonstop
$140United Airlines
Recent last minute flight deals from New York to Washington, D.C.
Tue, Sep 15 - Wed, Sep 16
6:15 am - 4:46 pmLGA New York LaGuardia-BWI Baltimore/Washington
10h 31m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
6:38 am - 4:00 pmBWI Baltimore/Washington-LGA New York LaGuardia
6:45 am - 7:59 amIAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-EWR Newark
1h 14mnonstop
$279United Airlines
Booking Insights
Price, demand and travel trends for New York to Washington, D.C. flights
Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from New York to Washington, D.C. with more confidence.
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How much is a round-trip flight from New York 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 New York to Washington, D.C. departing in october.
Round-trip flights from New York to Washington, D.C. start at $180. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $156 to $330. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $180 on Frontier.
What is the cheapest New York to Washington, D.C. flight route?
KAYAK tracks online flight deals over the last 12 months and analyzes pricing trends to identify the best available fares.
New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (JFK) to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport (DCA) is the cheapest New York to Washington, D.C. route, averaging $179 round-trip. Other New York to Washington, D.C. routes average $237, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.
What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from New York to Washington, D.C.?
Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from New York to Washington, D.C., it is 15% cheaper than the average day. Tuesday is the most expensive day with flight prices 31% 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 to Washington, D.C.?
KAYAK internal proprietary data takes all prices for each month over the last 12 months for round-trip flights from New York to Washington, D.C., removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers and then takes the median of all values for each month.
February is the cheapest month to fly from New York to Washington, D.C. at $165 round-trip.
June ($291) and July ($275) are the most expensive months.
The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 76% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.
When are prices from New York to Washington, D.C. the cheapest?
Flights from New York to Washington, D.C. are cheapest 26 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 56% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.
What is the cheapest airline to fly from New York to Washington, D.C.?
Frontier ($180) and JetBlue ($225) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from New York to Washington, D.C. according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.
Which airline offers the most nonstop flights between New York and Washington, D.C.?
United Airlines and Delta offer the most frequent nonstop flights from New York to Washington, D.C., at 123 and 81 flights per week respectively. American Airlines is another good option, operating 73 flights per week. Based on KAYAK flight data over the last 3 months.
How often are flights from New York to Washington, D.C. delayed?
Over the last 12 months New York to Washington, D.C. flights were delayed in 22% of cases. Delayed flights averaged 116 minutes behind schedule.
What is the most punctual time of day to fly from New York to Washington, D.C.?
Morning flights have the fewest delays. Evening departures experience delays most often. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.
Which day of the week has the fewest delays on New York to Washington, D.C. flights?
Saturday has the fewest flight delays on the New York to Washington, D.C. route, at only 12% of flights delayed.
Sunday has the most delays at 25%. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.
Which airline is the most punctual on New York to Washington, D.C. flights?
Delta is the most punctual airline on New York to Washington, D.C. flights, KAYAK's system tracked that 79% of flights were on time in the past 3 months.
What is the most popular layover airport when flying from New York to Washington, D.C.?
KAYAK data for 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months. Only counts itineraries with the same layover on both legs.
Fort Lauderdale (FLL) is the most popular layover for the New York to Washington, D.C. route. 68% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via FLL.
What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from New York to Washington, D.C.?
Flights via Fort Lauderdale (FLL) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $122. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.
Which route, including a layover, takes the shortest amount of time from New York to Washington, D.C.?
Charlotte Douglas (CLT) offers the shortest 1-stop connection from New York to Washington, D.C. at 5h 06m one-way, 3h 35m longer than the 1h 31m direct flight. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.
When flying from New York to Washington, D.C. which airport offers the shortest layover?
Charlotte Douglas (CLT) had the shortest average connection time for New York to Washington, D.C. layovers at 197 minutes over the past 3 months.
How many nonstop flights run daily between New York and Washington, D.C.?
There are 34 to 43 flights per day from New York to Washington, D.C., about 286 flights per week. Tuesday has the most departures, with 15% of weekly flights.
What time of day do most flights depart from New York to Washington, D.C.?
Based on KAYAK flight schedules for the upcoming 3 months.
Most nonstop flights from New York to Washington, D.C. depart in the morning, accounting for 46% of nonstop departures. Around 19 flights are scheduled in that window over the next three months.
Expert advice for your flight from New York to Washington, D.C.
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Key details for New York to Washington, D.C. flights
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February
High season
November
Cheapest flight
$93
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 26% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 9% lower on average.
Flight from Newark Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport
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Your New York to Washington, D.C. flight questions, answered
Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.
Which is the best airport to fly into Washington DC?
For domestic flights, many prefer Reagan National Airport (DCA). Though it is actually in Virginia, it’s closest to DC proper. Plus, it’s smaller, with ready access to DC’s metro system.
How can I pass the time at Reagan National Airport (DCA)?
Get freshened up with a mani-pedi, massage, and facial at the spa. Check out the exhibit hall, showcasing the airport’s deeply-rooted history and expansion throughout the years. Eat like a local with a famous Ben's Chili Bowl.
Which NYC airport is the best to fly into and out of?
For most people, centrally-located John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) checks the right boxes. LaGuardia (LGA) is a popular choice too and makes a lot of sense if you're staying in Williamsburg, Midtown, or Queens.
Is it better to utilize the subway or a cab to get to the airport in NYC?
The subway is much less expensive but may be more inconvenient, depending on how much luggage you have and how many line changes are needed. Taxis take you straight there, but the price may be steep depending on traffic volumes.
Is parking easy at LaGuardia Airport (LGA)?
Yes, and it can even be a little cheaper too, with SpotHero. This service offers drivers a chance to reserve and pay for a parking spot ahead of time. Parking rates with SpotHero are as low as around $10 daily. Other parking at LaGuardia starts at $18 per 20-hour period.
Which airlines fly from New York to Washington DC?
Many fly this route, but American Airlines offers a great itinerary with nonstop flights between LaGuardia (LGA) and Reagan National Airport (DCA), two of the best airport choices on this itinerary.
Are there pet relief areas at John F. Kennedy International Airport?
You should never panic waiting for a flight to Washington, DC, with your pet at JKF. The airport is pet-friendly and allows pets in their correct kennels. The airport features seven pet relief areas at Terminals 1, 2, 4, 5 [x2], 7, and 8 at pre- and post-security areas.
Can I rent a car at Washington Dulles International Airport in Washington, DC?
Yes. For an exciting holiday vacation, consider renting a car upon landing at IAD to visit some of the top attraction sites of the city. You can use one of the car rental agencies, such as Avis, Budget, Enterprise, Alamo, and Hertz, to get your preferred car mode at the airport. You can use the free shuttle buses at the Main Terminal close to the baggage claim area to connect to the car rental facilities.
Which is the best way to connect from Washington Dulles International Airport to the downtown?
Consider using the Silver Line Metro, which is reliable and cheap to connect from IAD to Downtown DC. It takes around 45 minutes due to various stops before getting to Downtown Washington DC. Alternatively, you can use the car rental or taxi, which takes about 20 minutes to be in Downtown Washington DC.
Can I leave some luggage at John F. Kennedy International Airport?
Yes. However, it is important to know that the airport doesn't have luggage lockers but contains luggage storage, known as Smart Carte Baggage Storage. You'll need to pay for your luggage for only 24 hours. These stores are located at Terminal 1 of the airport.
Do John F. Kennedy International Airport and Washington Dulles International Airport provide support for travellers with disabilities?
On flights from JFK to IAD, passengers with limited mobility are well cared for. These airports have wheelchairs and attendants in each terminal, ready to assist passengers departing and landing in cities. It also has escalators, ramps, and accessible parking areas for these people.
Can I travel with kids in Washington, DC, from New York?
Yes. Consider booking your flight with JetBlue Airlines, which features various kids' amenities in flights from New York to Washington, DC. For instance, it features seats with enough legroom, which you'll remain comfortable with your child on your lap. It also provides free snacks and allow some luggage such as strollers, child seat, booster seats, and bassinet on the plane.
Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on New York to Washington, D.C. flights?
Among airlines operating New York to Washington, D.C. flights:
• United Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection • Delta: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection • American Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection • JetBlue: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.
What airlines are available from New York to Washington, D.C.?
4 airlines operate flights between New York and Washington, D.C.. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:
• United Airlines • Delta • American Airlines • JetBlue
Which airports can I use when flying from New York to Washington, D.C.?
Flights from New York to Washington, D.C. may depart from several airports in New York area, including Newark (EWR), New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) and New York LaGuardia (LGA), with arrivals available at Washington, D.C. area airports such as Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA) and Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD).
Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on New York to Washington, D.C. flights?
Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:
• United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class • Delta: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class • American 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 to Washington, D.C.?
Four cabin classes are available on flights from New York to Washington, D.C.:
• Economy Class • Premium Economy Class • Business Class • First Class
Prices vary by airline.
How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from New York 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 $224 for nonstop.
What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from New York 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 to Washington, D.C. pass through?
One-stop flights from New York to Washington, D.C. most commonly connect through:
• Fort Lauderdale (FLL) - 68% of one-stop connections • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 16% of one-stop connections • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 13% 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 to Washington, D.C.?
On the New York to Washington, D.C. route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 36%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $189 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $293: a $104 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 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 to Washington, D.C. route, 22% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 1 hour 56 minutes.
How are flight departures from New York to Washington, D.C. spread across the day?
Morning is the busiest departure period on New York to Washington, D.C. flights, with 46% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 24%, evening flights for 21%, and night flights for 9%.
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 to Washington, D.C.?
These are the earliest and latest flight times available from New York to Washington, D.C.:
• Earliest: departs at 6:00 am and lands at 7:31 am • Latest: departs at 10:00 pm and lands at 11:31 pm.
The flight takes about 1h 31m.
How expensive are last-minute New York to Washington, D.C. flights?
Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 49% above the route average of $222. Book 26 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.
How long is a flight from New York to Washington, D.C.?
A nonstop flight from New York to Washington, D.C. takes 1h 31m, covering 206 miles.
Do I need a passport to fly from New York 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 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 $180 to $1,736. That means the highest observed fare was about 10x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from New York to Washington, D.C. looking right now?
One-way fares from New York to Washington, D.C. are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $124, which is 22% below the typical average for this route.
How does Delta’s on-time performance compare to other airlines on New York to Washington, D.C. flights?
Delta is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while American Airlines has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on New York to Washington, D.C. flights are:
• Delta: 79% on time • American Airlines: 78% on time • United Airlines: 75% on time
Overall, flights on this route are on time 78% of the time on average.
How do delay rates compare for morning and evening flights from New York 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 to Washington, D.C.?
Flying via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 06m, compared with 7h 07m via Fort Lauderdale (FLL) and 10h 58m 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 to Washington, D.C. flight?
Round-trip flights from New York to Washington, D.C. range from $156 to $330, with an average of $222 over the past 12 months. Anything below $156 counts as a good deal.
Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on New York to Washington, D.C. flights?
Three airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on New York 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 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 Tuesday. On this route, Saturday flights average $189 - about $104 less than Tuesday (35% savings) based on the last 12 months.
For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 26 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 56% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
If you can choose when to travel, plan your New York to Washington, D.C. trip for February. Fares historically average $165 round-trip in that month - typically $126 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
If arriving on time is high on your priority list, Delta is the strongest pick on this route. 79% of Delta flights from New York to Washington, D.C. arrived on time in the past 3 months, slightly above the route's average on-time arrival rate of 78%. When flights on this route do arrive late, the average delay is 1 hour 56 minutes, 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 $101 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
There are a total of three major airports that serve the Washington DC area: Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI), and Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD).
Relatively speaking Dulles Airport is far from the city center at around 30 miles away. Expect to spend about 45min driving into DC proper from this airport. Similarly, Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport, also known as BWI Marshall, is about 45 miles north of the city.
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) has several great lounges that you can pay to get into, no matter what kind of ticket you’re holding. Lounges offer some quiet time away from the busy terminal to enjoy a cocktail, spa services, free Wi-Fi, and more.
If you need to check-in early for your flight but don’t want to haul your bags everywhere until takeoff, JFK offers luggage storage in Terminal 4. Rental fees are charged on a 24-hour basis and determined by the size of your bag(s). Expect to pay anywhere from around $5 to $15, even if leaving them just for a few hours.
Need to get some work done while you travel? That’s no problem when you out of LaGuardia Airport (LGA). Here they rent noise-canceling Jabbrrbox mobile work pods, so you can concentrate on the task at hand. Get a head start on your weekend and still make the Friday morning meeting with the boss.
Reagan National Airport (DCA) is located just 4 miles from the National Mall. You can save some cash, book a car rental with your flight, and soak up some United States history too. With the Capitol, White House, Washington Monument, and so much more nearby, plus great deals on rental cars, it’s a win.
If you’re using John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) as your departure point with the earliest flight to Washington DC, you are recommended to stay close to the airport so you cannot miss your flight. Consider booking a room at JFK INN- Hotel JFK Airport New York, less than 3 miles from the airport. The hotel features a free airport shuttle that helps guests to connect to the airport easily.
Upon landing late in Washington through Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD), consider booking a close hotel to stay in before getting to your final destination in the morning. For instance, consider getting a room at Washington Dulles Airport Marriott, which is on the airport's ground.
There is a Mamava at JFK that parents with kids can use to change and breastfeed the young ones. These rooms are located at Terminal 8 of the airport. These nursing rooms are spacious and can hold a stroller, a small room for the baby as the mother pumps the milk and luggage. At IAD, these rooms are located at each terminal at the pre and post-security areas close to the Baggage Claim areas and main Gates (A, B, C, and D).
Prefer to fly direct from New York to Washington, D.C.?
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New York to Washington, D.C.
Monday
American Airlines,Delta,JetBlue, +1 more
American Airlines,Delta, +2 more
Tuesday
American Airlines,Delta,JetBlue, +1 more
American Airlines,Delta, +2 more
Wednesday
American Airlines,Delta,JetBlue, +1 more
American Airlines,Delta, +2 more
Thursday
American Airlines,Delta,JetBlue, +1 more
American Airlines,Delta, +2 more
Friday
American Airlines,Delta,JetBlue, +1 more
American Airlines,Delta, +2 more
Saturday
American Airlines,Delta,JetBlue, +1 more
American Airlines,Delta, +2 more
Sunday
American Airlines,Delta,JetBlue, +1 more
American Airlines,Delta, +2 more
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Direct returns
Washington, D.C. to New York
Monday
American Airlines,Delta,JetBlue, +1 more
American Airlines,Delta, +2 more
Tuesday
American Airlines,Delta,JetBlue, +1 more
American Airlines,Delta, +2 more
Wednesday
American Airlines,Delta,JetBlue, +1 more
American Airlines,Delta, +2 more
Thursday
American Airlines,Delta,JetBlue, +1 more
American Airlines,Delta, +2 more
Friday
American Airlines,Delta,JetBlue, +1 more
American Airlines,Delta, +2 more
Saturday
American Airlines,Delta,JetBlue, +1 more
American Airlines,Delta, +2 more
Sunday
American Airlines,Delta,JetBlue, +1 more
American Airlines,Delta, +2 more
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