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Cheapest round-trip
$245
Typical prices: $335-$556
Multiple Airlines
Thu 1/11Sun 1/21
OMA - IAD • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$277
Typical prices: $345-$547
Southwest
Fri 11/16Fri 11/23
OMA - DCA • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
6 days a week
You can fly direct with Southwest and Delta. Average duration is 2h 27m
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OMA - DCA
Cheapest • 7% average savings
OMA - IAD
Most popular
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When to book
24 weeks
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 24 weeks in advance save around 66% compared to booking last minute.
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February
Cheapest • 23% price drop
April
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Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Cheapest • Avg $307 (round-trip)
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW)
Shortest trip • 4h 41m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Omaha to Washington, D.C. (OMA-WAS)

 

Cheap flights from Omaha to Washington, D.C. with top airlines, updated regularly. Compare round-trip, one-way, direct and last-minute deals.

Mon, Jan 11 - Thu, Jan 21
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10:50 am - 10:02 pmOMA  Omaha Eppley Airfield-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
10h 12m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
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10:21 am - 4:12 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-OMA Omaha Eppley Airfield
6h 51m1 stop Sarasota Bradenton Intl
$245Multiple Airlines
Mon, Oct 26 - Tue, Oct 27
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10:30 am - 1:01 pmOMA  Omaha Eppley Airfield-BWI Baltimore/Washington
25h 31m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
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8:17 pm - 7:27 pmBWI  Baltimore/Washington-OMA Omaha Eppley Airfield
24h 10m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Denver Intl
$253Multiple Airlines
Wed, Nov 4 - Thu, Nov 5
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8:22 pm - 12:09 pmOMA  Omaha Eppley Airfield-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
14h 47m1 stop Denver Intl
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6:00 pm - 8:11 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-OMA Omaha Eppley Airfield
27h 11m1 stop Denver Intl
$276Frontier
Mon, Nov 16 - Mon, Nov 23
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2:40 pm - 6:00 pmOMA  Omaha Eppley Airfield-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
2h 20mnonstop
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4:05 pm - 6:00 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-OMA Omaha Eppley Airfield
2h 55mnonstop
$277Southwest
Mon, Nov 23 - Tue, Dec 1
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2:30 pm - 5:50 pmOMA  Omaha Eppley Airfield-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
2h 20mnonstop
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4:00 pm - 5:55 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-OMA Omaha Eppley Airfield
2h 55mnonstop
$277Southwest
Wed, Nov 4 - Thu, Nov 5
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10:57 am - 2:29 pmOMA  Omaha Eppley Airfield-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
2h 32mnonstop
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8:15 am - 10:17 amDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-OMA Omaha Eppley Airfield
3h 02mnonstop
$277Delta
Mon, Nov 9 - Mon, Nov 16
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11:04 am - 2:33 pmOMA  Omaha Eppley Airfield-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
2h 29mnonstop
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8:15 am - 10:24 amDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-OMA Omaha Eppley Airfield
3h 09mnonstop
$277Delta
Wed, Nov 4 - Sat, Nov 7
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8:22 pm - 4:47 pmOMA  Omaha Eppley Airfield-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
19h 25m1 stop Denver Intl
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1:00 pm - 8:03 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-OMA Omaha Eppley Airfield
8h 03m1 stop Denver Intl
$278Frontier
Wed, Nov 18 - Mon, Nov 23
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1:48 pm - 11:08 pmOMA  Omaha Eppley Airfield-BWI Baltimore/Washington
8h 20m1 stop Denver Intl
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12:34 pm - 5:43 pmBWI  Baltimore/Washington-OMA Omaha Eppley Airfield
6h 09m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$279United Airlines
Tue, Nov 10 - Mon, Nov 16
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6:03 am - 2:06 pmOMA  Omaha Eppley Airfield-BWI Baltimore/Washington
7h 03m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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12:34 pm - 8:35 pmBWI  Baltimore/Washington-OMA Omaha Eppley Airfield
9h 01m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Denver Intl
$284United Airlines

Price, demand and travel trends for Omaha to Washington, D.C. flights

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

Omaha (OMA) to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport (DCA) is the cheapest Omaha to Washington, D.C. route, averaging $407 round-trip. Other Omaha to Washington, D.C. routes average $469, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Omaha to Washington, D.C.?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Omaha to Washington, D.C.. It’s 18% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 22% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Omaha to Washington, D.C.?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Omaha to Washington, D.C. at $317 round-trip.
•September ($544) and June ($540) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 71% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Omaha to Washington, D.C. the cheapest?

Flights from Omaha to Washington, D.C. are cheapest 24 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 66% 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 Omaha to Washington, D.C.

 
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Key details for Omaha to Washington, D.C. flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$78
Beat the crowds with an average 42% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 45% increase in travelers.
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When to book flights from Omaha to Washington, D.C.

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Your Omaha to Washington, D.C. 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 Omaha to Washington, D.C.?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Omaha to Washington, D.C.:

    • Earliest: departs at 10:57 am and lands at 1:24 pm
    • Latest: departs at 3:00 pm and lands at 5:27 pm.

    The flight takes about 2h 27m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Omaha to Washington, D.C.?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Omaha to Washington, D.C.:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Omaha to Washington, D.C.?

    A nonstop flight from Omaha to Washington, D.C. takes 2h 27m, covering 1,008 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Omaha 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.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Omaha to Washington, D.C. flight?

    Round-trip flights from Omaha to Washington, D.C. range from $335 to $556, with an average of $414 over the past 12 months. Anything below $335 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Omaha to Washington, D.C. flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 112% above the $414 route average. Book 24 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $307 round-trip via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL), compared to $431 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Omaha to Washington, D.C.?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $35–$90 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • How are flight departures from Omaha to Washington, D.C. spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Omaha to Washington, D.C. flights, with 50% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 50%, evening flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Omaha 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 $245 to $2,079. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Omaha to Washington, D.C. flights?

    Two airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Omaha to Washington, D.C. flights:

    • Delta
    • 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.

  • How are flight prices from Omaha to Washington, D.C. looking right now?

    One-way fares from Omaha to Washington, D.C. are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $133, which is 54% below the typical average for this route.

  • 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 $24:

    • Sixt
    • Dollar
    • Thrifty
    • Hertz
    • Alamo

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

    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Budget
    • Sixt
    • Thrifty

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Omaha to Washington, D.C.?

    Flights from Omaha to Washington, D.C. usually depart from Omaha Eppley Airfield (OMA) 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 airports do connecting flights from Omaha to Washington, D.C. pass through?

    One-stop flights from Omaha to Washington, D.C. most commonly connect through:

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 57% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 19% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 7% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago Midway (MDW) - 7% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Omaha to Washington, D.C.?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 34% on flights from Omaha to Washington, D.C.. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $340 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $508, a difference of $168.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • What airlines fly from Omaha to Washington, D.C.?

    2 airlines operate flights between Omaha and Washington, D.C.. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • Southwest
    • Delta

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

    Flying via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 41m, compared with 4h 42m via Lambert-St Louis (STL) and 4h 50m via Chicago Midway (MDW).

  • What is the time difference between Omaha and Washington, D.C.?

    Washington, D.C. is 1 hour ahead of Omaha (Eastern Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • 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.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Omaha to Washington, D.C. flights?

    Among airlines operating Omaha to Washington, D.C. flights:

    • Delta: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • Southwest: 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 Omaha 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 First Class
    • Southwest: a cabin bag in Economy Class 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 Omaha to Washington, D.C. 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 Saturday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Saturday flights average $340, about $168 less than Sunday fares (33% 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 66% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Omaha to Washington, D.C. trip for February. Fares historically average $317 round-trip in that month - typically $227 less than the most expensive month, which is September (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $307 round-trip on this route - about $123 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
    • Canopy by Hilton Washington D.C - The Wharf

Prefer to fly direct from Omaha to Washington, D.C.?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Omaha Eppley Airfield Airport to Washington, D.C., which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Omaha Eppley Airfield to Washington, D.C.

Monday

Delta,Southwest

Delta,Southwest

Tuesday

Delta,Southwest

Delta,Southwest

Wednesday

Delta,Southwest

Delta,Southwest

Thursday

Delta,Southwest

Delta,Southwest

Friday

Delta,Southwest

Delta,Southwest

Saturday

Southwest

Southwest

Sunday

Delta,Southwest

Delta,Southwest

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Direct returns

Washington, D.C. to Omaha Eppley Airfield

Monday

Delta,Southwest

Delta,Southwest

Tuesday

Delta,Southwest

Delta,Southwest

Wednesday

Delta,Southwest

Delta,Southwest

Thursday

Delta,Southwest

Delta,Southwest

Friday

Delta,Southwest

Delta,Southwest

Saturday

Southwest

Southwest

Sunday

Delta,Southwest

Delta,Southwest

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