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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Washington, D.C.:

• Earliest: departs at 12:47 am and lands at 5:02 am
• Latest: departs at 11:59 pm and lands at 4:14 am.

The flight takes about 4h 15m.

Four cabin classes are available on flights from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Washington, D.C.:

• Economy Class
• Premium Economy Class
• Business Class
• First Class

Prices vary by airline.

A nonstop flight from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. takes 4h 15m, covering 1,973 miles.

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.

Round-trip flights from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. range from $369 to $610, with an average of $472 over the past 12 months. Anything below $369 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 36% above the $472 route average. Book 18 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $264 round-trip via Boston Logan Intl (BOS), compared to $512 for nonstop.

United Airlines is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while American Airlines has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. flights are:

• United Airlines: 93% on time
• American Airlines: 86% on time
• Southwest: 82% on time

Overall, flights on this route are punctual 88% of the time on average.

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.

Morning is the busiest departure period on Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. flights, with 40% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 40%, night flights for 20%, and evening flights for 0%.

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $377 to $2,696. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

Two airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. flights:

• 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.

One-way fares from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $195, which is 29% below the typical average for this route.

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 averaging $71:

• Sixt
• Dollar
• Thrifty
• Hertz
• Alamo

Near Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (IAD) — daily rates averaging $70:

• Dollar
• Hertz
• Budget
• Sixt
• Thrifty

Flights from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. usually depart from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) 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).

Night flights have the fewest delays on this route, while afternoon departures tend to have the most.

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 Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. route, 12% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2h 05m.

One-stop flights from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. most commonly connect through:

• Denver Intl (DEN) - 57% of one-stop connections
• Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 11% of one-stop connections
• Boston Logan Intl (BOS) - 5% of one-stop connections
• Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 4% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 32% on flights from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Washington, D.C.. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $432 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $632, a difference of $200.

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

2 airlines operate flights between Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport and Washington, D.C.. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

• American Airlines
• United Airlines

Flying via Nashville Intl (BNA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 02m, compared with 6h 20m via Chicago Midway (MDW) and 6h 31m via Kansas City (MCI).

Washington, D.C. is 3 hours ahead of Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport (Eastern Time vs Mountain Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

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.

Among airlines operating Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. flights:

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

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

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• American Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy 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.

PHX offers multiple lounges to relax in before your flight to Washington D.C. In Terminal 4 near gates A7, A19, and B5, there are three American Airlines Admirals Clubs. You may pay at the door when space is available. In addition, United Club in Terminal 3 near gate E3 allows one-time passes. The USO lounge in Terminal 4 Level 2 is open to military members and their families.

Both United Airlines and American Airlines offer an unaccompanied minor service for flights from PHX to Washington D.C. This fee-based service is required for those aged 5-14 and optional for those 15-17. It includes being cared for at PHX before departure and during the flight itself. Upon arrival, unaccompanied minors will meet up with a designated contact in Washington D.C.

American Airlines, United Airlines, and Sun Country Air allow passengers to purchase checked bags measuring up to 62 linear inches (length + width + height) and weighing no more than 50 lbs. It’s generally cheaper to purchase checked bags during booking rather than at the airport. Additional fees apply to bags with excess weight.

Passengers flying with United Airlines or American Airlines may bring a small personal item and a larger carry-on bag. The personal item must fit under the seat and the larger item overhead. The maximum dimensions are 22 in x 14 in x 9 in, and there is no weight restriction. Sun Country Air permits one small bag under your seat. A larger overhead bag may be purchased as well. It can measure up to 24 in x 16 in x 11 in, and weigh up to 35 lbs.