Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

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

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

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

Question 2

What airlines fly from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C.?

Accepted Answer

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

• United Airlines
• American Airlines

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

Flights from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C. usually depart from Philadelphia (PHL) 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).

Question 4

Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Philadelphia to Washington, D.C. flights?

Accepted Answer

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
• 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 always check the fare details before booking.

Question 5

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

Accepted Answer

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

• Economy Class
• First Class

Question 6

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

Accepted Answer

On this route, nonstop flights are cheaper than layover options on average. Nonstop fares average $379 round-trip, compared to $452 via a layover through Charlotte Douglas (CLT).

Question 7

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

Accepted Answer

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $40–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

Question 8

Which airports do connecting flights from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C. pass through?

Accepted Answer

Most connecting flights from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C. pass through Charlotte Douglas (CLT), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.

Question 9

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

Accepted Answer

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 58% on flights from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C.. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $236 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $559, a difference of $323.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

Question 10

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

Accepted Answer

Morning is the busiest departure period on Philadelphia to Washington, D.C. flights, with 34% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 33%, evening flights for 33%, and night flights for 0%.

Question 11

What popular places can I visit in Washington, D.C.?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 12

What are the earliest and latest flights from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C.?

Accepted Answer

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

• Earliest: departs at 6:00 am and lands at 7:17 am
• Latest: departs at 9:42 pm and lands at 10:59 pm.

The flight takes about 1h 17m.

Question 13

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

Accepted Answer

A nonstop flight from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C. takes 1h 17m, covering 117 miles.

Question 14

Do I need a passport to fly from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C.?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 15

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

Accepted Answer

One-way fares from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C. are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $119, which is 58% below the typical average for this route.

Question 16

What car rental options are available in Washington, D.C.?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 17

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

Accepted Answer

Round-trip flights from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C. range from $246 to $522, with an average of $408 over the past 12 months. Anything below $246 counts as a good deal.

Question 18

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

Accepted Answer

American Airlines is the only airline on the Philadelphia to Washington, D.C. route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

Question 19

How much is a round-trip flight from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C.?

Accepted Answer

Round-trip flights from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C. typically range from $246 to $522. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $86, on Frontier.

Question 20

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

Accepted Answer

Philadelphia (PHL) to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (IAD) is the cheapest Philadelphia to Washington, D.C. route, averaging $401 round-trip. Other Philadelphia to Washington, D.C. routes average $447, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

Question 21

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

Accepted Answer

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C.. It’s 43% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 37% higher.

Question 22

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

Accepted Answer

•August is the cheapest month to fly from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C. at $199 round-trip.
•June ($559) and May ($523) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 180% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Question 23

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C.?

Accepted Answer

Frontier ($86) and United Airlines ($309) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C. according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

Question 24

Which airline offers the most nonstop flights between Philadelphia and Washington, D.C.?

Accepted Answer

United Airlines and American Airlines offer the most frequent nonstop flights from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C., at 21 and 14 flights per week respectively. Based on KAYAK flight data over the last 3 months.

Question 25

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C.?

Accepted Answer

Flights via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $452. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

Question 26

Which route with a layover is the fastest from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C.?

Accepted Answer

Charlotte Douglas (CLT) offers the shortest 1-stop connection from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C. at 4h 19m one-way, 3h 02m longer than the 1h 17m direct flight. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

Question 27

When flying from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C. which airport offers the shortest layover?

Accepted Answer

Charlotte Douglas (CLT) had the shortest average connection time for Philadelphia to Washington, D.C. layovers at 2h 31m over the past 3 months.

Question 28

How many nonstop flights run daily between Philadelphia and Washington, D.C.?

Accepted Answer

There are about 5 flights per day from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C., about 35 flights per week, spread evenly across the week.

Question 29

What time of day do most flights depart from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C.?

Accepted Answer

Most nonstop flights from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C. depart in the morning, accounting for 34% of nonstop departures. Around 2 flights are scheduled in that window over the next three months.

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