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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.

Thu, Jul 10 - Sat, Jul 12
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2:59 pm - 4:28 pmEWR-DCA
1h 29mnonstop
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1:06 pm - 2:23 pmDCA-EWR
1h 17mnonstop
$129United Airlines
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Thu, Jul 10 - Sat, Jul 12
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6:00 am - 7:27 amLGA-IAD
1h 27mnonstop
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5:11 pm - 6:44 pmIAD-LGA
1h 33mnonstop
$129United Airlines
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Thu, Jul 10 - Tue, Jul 15
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9:44 pm - 11:35 pmJFK-DCA
1h 51mnonstop
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6:05 am - 7:29 amDCA-JFK
1h 24mnonstop
$129Delta
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Thu, Jul 10 - Tue, Jul 15
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9:25 pm - 10:59 pmLGA-DCA
1h 34mnonstop
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5:50 pm - 7:13 pmDCA-LGA
1h 23mnonstop
$129Delta
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Sat, Jul 26 - Sat, Aug 2
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6:36 am - 8:00 amJFK-DCA
1h 24mnonstop
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7:00 am - 8:37 amDCA-JFK
1h 37mnonstop
$130American Airlines
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Thu, Jul 24 - Thu, Jul 31
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8:20 pm - 10:02 pmLGA-DCA
1h 42mnonstop
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11:30 am - 12:43 pmDCA-LGA
1h 13mnonstop
$130American Airlines
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Sat, Jul 12 - Mon, Jul 14
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9:24 pm - 7:39 amLGA-BWI
10h 15m1 stop
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2:50 pm - 7:00 pmBWI-LGA
4h 10m1 stop
$144Spirit Airlines
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Fri, Jun 27 - Mon, Jun 30
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9:30 pm - 10:59 pmJFK-DCA
1h 29mnonstop
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6:30 am - 7:43 amDCA-JFK
1h 13mnonstop
$147JetBlue
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Wed, Aug 20 - Sun, Aug 24
Spirit Airlines Logo
9:27 pm - 6:39 amLGA-BWI
9h 12m1 stop
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10:46 pm - 12:00 pmBWI-LGA
13h 14m1 stop
$157Spirit Airlines
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Mon, Jul 14 - Sun, Jul 20
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9:30 pm - 10:59 pmJFK-DCA
1h 29mnonstop
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6:30 am - 7:43 amDCA-JFK
1h 13mnonstop
$168JetBlue
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Expert advice for your flight from New York to Washington, D.C.

 
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American Airlines

Main Cabin Extra offers early boarding and complimentary alcoholic drinks.


Download the American Airlines app for inflight entertainment on domestic flights.

Delta

Delta's Comfort Plus offers up to three inches extra legroom over Main Cabin seats.


Free Wi-Fi for SkyMiles members on domestic flights; sign up onboard if needed.

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United Airlines

United's Economy Plus offers up to six inches more legroom than standard economy seats.


Purchase Priority Boarding to ensure overhead bin space, placing you in Zone 2.

Airports
EWR

EWR's AirTrain links to NJ Transit and Amtrak for a straightforward route to NYC, avoiding costly taxi fares.

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LGA

LGA's Q70 bus offers a direct route to Manhattan, connecting to subway lines for easy access to the city.

Read more about LGAby Laura Ratliff
JFK

JFK's AirTrain connects terminals and links to subway and rail lines, offering a cost-effective alternative to taxis for reaching Manhattan.

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DCA

DCA's Metro line provides quick access to downtown DC, making it a convenient choice for city visits.

Read more about DCAby Ramsey Qubein
IAD

IAD's Silver Line Metro offers a convenient 50-minute ride to downtown DC, avoiding traffic hassles.

Read more about IADby Stefanie Waldek
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KAYAK's insights & trends for New York to Washington, D.C. flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from New York to Washington, D.C. to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

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Find cheap flights to Washington, D.C.

Planning a trip from New York to Washington, D.C.? KAYAK’s data-powered insights will help you find cheap flights. Learn the best time to fly, how early to book your ticket, and other tips to secure great prices.

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

The cheapest price for flight routes found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks for round-trip flights from New York to Washington, D.C..

Our data shows that the cheapest route for a return flight from New York to Washington, D.C. cost $88 and was between New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (JFK) and Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (IAD). On average, the best prices are found if you fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (JFK) to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport (DCA). The average price for a return flight for this route is $88.

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

The average price of all round-trip flights from New York to Washington, D.C. clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

Your flight ticket price will generally be cheaper if you fly to Washington, D.C. on a Tuesday and more expensive on a Sunday. On your return trip to New York, you should consider flying back on a Monday, and avoid Fridays for better deals.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year 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.

The cheapest month for flights from New York to Washington, D.C. is April, where tickets cost $149 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and January, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $298 and $278 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from New York to Washington, D.C.?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

No, with an average price for the route of $364, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

Good to know

Low seasonFebruary
High seasonApril
Cheapest flight$51
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 6% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 37% lower on average.
Flight from New York John F Kennedy Airport to Reagan Washington National Airport

When to book flights from New York to Washington, D.C.

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from New York 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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FAQs for booking flights from New York to Washington, D.C.

  • 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.

  • What is the cheapest flight from New York to Washington, D.C.?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from New York to Washington, D.C. was $51 for a one-way ticket and $129 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between New York and Washington, D.C.?

    A passport is not required to fly from New York to Washington, D.C..

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from New York to Washington, D.C.?

    There are 3 airports in New York (Newark, New York John F Kennedy Intl, and New York LaGuardia) and 2 airports in Washington, D.C. (Washington, D.C. Reagan-National and Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl). The cheapest flights are generally found on the New York John F Kennedy Airport to Reagan Washington National Airport flight route.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from New York to Washington, D.C.?

    Delta, American Airlines, and JetBlue offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the New York to Washington, D.C. flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from New York to Washington, D.C.?

    The Embraer 175 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the New York to Washington, D.C. flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from New York to Washington, D.C.?

    oneworld, SkyTeam, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between New York and Washington, D.C., with SkyTeam being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from New York to Washington, D.C.?

    There are nonstop flights from New York to Washington, D.C. on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from New York to Washington, D.C., Delta or United Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from New York to Washington, D.C. are Delta and United Airlines. With an average price for the route of $238 and an overall rating of 8.0, Delta is the most popular choice. United Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $261 and an overall rating of 7.4.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from New York to Washington, D.C.?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from New York to Washington, D.C..

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from New York to Washington, D.C.?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Washington, D.C. from New York is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from New York to Washington, D.C.?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Washington, D.C. with an airline and back to New York with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from New York to Washington, D.C.?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Washington, D.C. from New York up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from New York to Washington, D.C.

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $103 or less one-way and $214 or less round-trip.
  • 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.?

Find which airlines fly direct from New York to Washington, D.C., which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

New York to Washington, D.C.

Monday

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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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

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Top 4 airlines serving from New York to Washington, D.C.

 
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DeltaOverall score based on 7946 reviews
8.5Crew
7.3Food
7.9Comfort
7.9Entertainment
8.2Boarding
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My flight was 6 pm 6/6. Every hour they delayed it again - air condition issues then no pilot then the crew had worked too many hours and cancelled the flight at 11 pm. Sent customers to NJ a 45 minutes uber ride to a hotel. Had to be back by 5 am for a 7 am flight and again no pilot etc with another three hours of delays.

2.0 MediocreKim, Jun 2025LGA - DEN
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My flight was 6 pm 6/6. Every hour they delayed it again - air condition issues then no pilot then the crew had worked too many hours and cancelled the flight at 11 pm. Sent customers to NJ a 45 minutes uber ride to a hotel. Had to be back by 5 am for a 7 am flight and again no pilot etc with another three hours of delays.

The entertainment and wifi mostly didn't work on this flight.

Terrible entertainment system - kept freezing and audio kept cutting out. Snacks were mediocre at best for a 5 hour flight.

I am still upset that my bag was lost on a recent trip to Rome ; we were inconvenienced and out €150 Euros ; delta has refused to reimburse us

I am very bothered by the events today. I can't believe the flight attendants allowed someone to take my seat and made me move. It was embarrassing. I was in the right. The lady just didn't want move. I can't believe delta would allow this to stand and disrespect my rights as a passenger. The lady complained about her leg and that she couldn't move. Firstly somehow she was able to make it to row 24. Not sure how much her leg could have hurt. Secondly, I'm in plenty of pain myself. I just finished chemotherapy a several weeks ago. My body is constantly sore. Yet deltas flight attendants didn't appropriately protect my rights. In the end they found me a seat on the plane but I want to understand how delta can operate this way. They in essence allowed a bully to get their way.

The Dekta Rep that checked us in was great. She's very personable, pleasant, and can tell she enjoys her job.

Terrible and im avoiding them in the future. My initial flight was delayed causing me to rebook my flight and when speaking with the representative to rebook I explained this is the second time my flights were delayed and they did nothing to help me. I wasn't booked to comfort plus or given a voucher or anything. I was almost late for my meeting that I needed to attend on Monday because of the games delta played delaying my flights even more and putting me in the very back of the plane next to an extremely intoxicated passenger

Although the flight left late, we arrived early. It was one of the quickest boarding and off boarding experiences I’ve had. It was kind of annoying the only drinks they had were water, coffee, and tea. The flight was very smooth, temperature was just right, and flight attendants were friendly.

Seats were really tight and the seat belts did not give enough slack.

The dear was very limited in space. I could put my water bottle in seat basket. Also, there was no inflight entertainment in the delta app?

Turbulent taking off & landing to Dulles from Raleigh. Flight from Dulles to Tokyo very good!!

Very nice and clean plane. Transit time between flights was tight though

Mostly the experience was good except for the flight changes made by UA which meant longer layover in DC

Terrible. First of all we were delayed 4 3/4 hours departing Honolulu. As we had to leave our condo and the rental car had to be returned we had to go to the airport. Even though we had a business class boarding pass to Washington, since we did not have business class to Montreal we could not access the lounge without paying a $59 fee each. This does not make sense to us. Since we could not meet our original connection United booked us to Montreal via New York LaGuardia on Air Canada. In Washington a further delay got us into LaGuardia too late to make our connection to Montreal so we were booked on another Air Canada flight 3 hours later. We were originally scheduled to arrive in Montreal at 10:40 and arrived at 19:55. A totally exhausting day, United did not offer a meal voucher or any type of compensation. Air Canada did give us a digital meal voucher. The food in United business class is poor among all meals offered. The pods look nice but are not that confortable. Overall would not fly on United again.

Change cabin crew assisting business class. Not taking care, ignoring requests and calls. Never had such an experience in business class.

United left one of our bags back in SFO but that’s not my real complaint. The complaint is how it all went down. So we checked in the day before online and were told we could use the quick drop for luggage. So the next day I used baggage quick drop curbside at SFO. The agent mistakenly didn't tag my bag as he put my bag on the conveyor belt untagged. We immediately alerted him he had not tagged the bag. I walked with him to the baggage service office to find my bag and tag it. We waited outside the office for 10 mins. He came out and said everything was ok and the bag was going to be tagged and on my flight. We received a text that one of our bags was on the flight but the other was not. I alerted my first class flight attendant immediately upon boarding the flight. She was helpful and said she’d get it sorted out right away. She called over the gate agent. The gate agent used my bag number and looked over information on her device. She said my bag was on the flight. The flight attendant was standing with her, looking at the device, and also said “yep it’s on the flight”. During the flight the flight attendant made reference to how reassuring it must feel knowing the bag was on the flight. Upon arriving to IAD we received a text that my bag was not on my flight. The text said my bag would arrive to my final destination LIS 24 hrs late. I understand that mistakes happen. I was totally ok with my bag mistakenly not getting tagged at the quick drop. I was fine with walking down to baggage services to tag my bag. But, what I am not ok with is that the United staff said they fixed the mistake two different times, assuring me twice that my bag would be/was on the plane…and it wasn’t. I expected better attention by the employees, for them to do what they said they were going to do. We also spent extra money to upgrade our seats to first class, including the entire return leg from Lisbon to San Francisco because we wanted a smoother and more relaxing travel experience. Our money was not well spent. We will not be using United for travel going forward.

The flight was delayed, it took longer than anticipated because of weather, and they broke my luggage.

Horrifying! And I am almost 2 million miles with United. Late by 3 1/2 hours. Worst: after two hours on the plane waiting, they decided that one of the tires had been damaged and then decided to change it. Another hour and a half to change the tire!!!!! NO EXCUSE FOR THIS. The crew didn't even offer a glass of water until we had been on the plane for FIVE hours. This is the worst airline in the world. I'm simply stuck because they fly on the only routes I need.

Gate got changed about 4 times. Very confusing and very crowded. If you don’t have wifi to help get updates, you can be in deep trouble.

Attendants zipped through cabin so fast hardly anyone got the water they told us we could have in the short flight. Nothing else was offered.

The flight departed more than 1 hour late. Leg room is bigger than most airlines

Excellent. Although they used to greet me as a mosaic member and provide a free drink, early boarding helps me to keep coming back to JetBlue.

No music app working: no economy meal on five hour flight; hour on tarmac at the end waiting for a gate. Flight itself was smooth and easy.

Communication with the customer and stay is important. Staff off with a minor inconvenience but it worked out of course. Also this was a very old Mint Class plane. They snuck this one in on us. The updated aircraft are much better.

The flight itself was fine, but the boarding process was extremely frustrating. There is no one scanning boarding passes - passengers just scan themselves and enter the jetway. By the time my husband and I got on the plane and were halfway to our seats they determined there were too many bags on the plane and everything at that point needed to be checked. This created a lot of unnecessary chaos. They should have alerted people before getting on the plane that they would need to start checking bags instead of waiting until people were already on the plane.

In flight on demand didn't work at our seats. Only a single beverage/snack run.

Traveling with JetBlue from NYC was convenient as accessing JFK airport was straightforward via the LIRR to the AirTrain. Maneuvering through the terminal was hassle-free, which was a pleasant start to the journey. However, the flight experience itself left much to be desired. The seating arrangement was notably uncomfortable; despite securing a window seat, space felt cramped. This was exacerbated by the middle seat passenger encroaching on my area, which made the flight less enjoyable. Additionally, while the in-flight entertainment system initially seemed like a reprieve, the sound outlet on my seat was inoperable. This issue turned what could have been a manageable three-hour flight into a rather tedious ordeal, as I was unable to use the entertainment system effectively. While JetBlue provided a smooth process in terms of airport logistics, the on-board experience highlighted areas in need of improvement, particularly in terms of comfort and entertainment system maintenance.

Over 2 hour delay for a 50-minute flight is unacceptable, especially in normal weather. Very poor communication via app

Kayak sent over to jet blue my account being Mike Callaghan instead of Michael. I have a jet blue account with Michael that was connected

The flight was excellent. The crew was welcoming and attentive.

Weather delay for 2.5 hours followed by half hour crew delay, did not have ginger ale, uncomfortable seats

Waited on the runway for takeoff for 2.5 hours. Air traffic rerouted us. The plane didn't have enough fuel, so had to go back to the gate. Had to wait for a new pilot. Should have landed at 5:22. Didn't land until 9:10. Trash flight.

It was nobody’s fault - but the plane came 4-hrs late and we were updated randomly in 20-30 mins increments which left us hostage to sit and wait expectantly. It was very long and got very late. Our plane didn’t land until nearly 1 am! Also the toilet wasn’t working. The hosts were nice enough but were clearly “about to pass out” as one told me. Lastly, there was no snack or even time for it. Just a bad experience overall.

There were five broken seats on the plane. The crew was very rude in telling people they had to get off the plane and get a flight the next day. No call for volunteers, but telling people they had to get off. One woman was flying with her elderly mother and daughter and was told she had to leave or all three had to leave. Fortunately, a volunteer offered to stay. The situation was handled poorly.

The boarding crew was incredibly helpful getting me on an earlier flight

Great experience. Flight boarded easily. Departed early. Smooth flight. Great arrival in DC--almost no taxing! Almost direct to gate from runway. Crew was terrific. Same cookies and beverages in main cabin. I did not use the entertainment system on this flight.

Delays on all NY flights. There was no communication on why but they didn’t say it was weather. Other carriers were not delayed.

Extraordinary service in business class, and very good breakfast and snacks. A really lovely flight.

They cancelled our flight without warning OR a refund. Never doing business with American Airlines again! This is the second AA booked trip in a row that we've had challenges with.

Flight delayed on both ends - have a gate ready at DCA, don't make us sit for 30min after being late to take off as well.

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