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Cheapest round-trip
$336
Typical prices: $403-$685
Frontier
Sat 11/10Fri 11/16
PDX - DCA • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$472
Typical prices: $439-$692
Alaska Airlines
Tue 12/25Tue 12/25
PDX - DCA • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Alaska Airlines. Average duration is 4h 55m
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 26 weeks in advance save around 70% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 29% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $376 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 7h 01m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Portland to Reagan-National (PDX-DCA)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Portland to Reagan-National

Tue, Nov 10 - Mon, Nov 16
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12:02 pm - 9:50 pmPDX  Portland-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
6h 48m1 stop Denver Intl
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6:00 pm - 11:07 amDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-PDX Portland
20h 07m1 stop Denver Intl
$336Frontier
Tue, Nov 10 - Wed, Nov 18
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12:02 pm - 9:50 pmPDX  Portland-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
6h 48m1 stop Denver Intl
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1:00 pm - 11:07 amDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-PDX Portland
25h 07m1 stop Denver Intl
$336Frontier
Thu, Nov 12 - Sat, Nov 14
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7:00 pm - 8:20 amPDX  Portland-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
10h 20m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Nashville Intl
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6:00 am - 1:00 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-PDX Portland
10h 00m1 stop Chicago Midway
$360Southwest
Thu, Dec 3 - Tue, Dec 8
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11:40 am - 10:10 pmPDX  Portland-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
7h 30m2 stops Denver Intl Lambert-St Louis
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6:50 pm - 11:25 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-PDX Portland
7h 35m1 stop Chicago Midway
$360Southwest
Sat, Jan 23 - Tue, Jan 26
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6:00 am - 11:59 pmPDX  Portland-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
14h 59m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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7:18 am - 8:58 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-PDX Portland
16h 40m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$413American Airlines
Sat, Feb 6 - Wed, Feb 10
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7:15 am - 11:00 pmPDX  Portland-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
12h 45m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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10:00 am - 8:58 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-PDX Portland
13h 58m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$413American Airlines
Wed, Jan 27 - Tue, Feb 2
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7:30 am - 9:00 pmPDX  Portland-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
10h 30m2 stops Sacramento Intl San Diego
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10:59 am - 8:03 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-PDX Portland
12h 04m2 stops San Diego San Jose
$458Alaska Airlines
Mon, Dec 21 - Tue, Jan 5
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7:05 am - 9:00 pmPDX  Portland-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
10h 55m1 stop San Diego
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10:59 am - 8:03 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-PDX Portland
12h 04m2 stops San Diego San Jose
$460Alaska Airlines
Sat, Dec 5 - Mon, Dec 28
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6:50 am - 9:43 pmPDX  Portland-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
11h 53m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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4:50 pm - 11:49 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-PDX Portland
9h 59m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$496Delta
Wed, Dec 9 - Mon, Dec 28
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11:10 pm - 11:42 pmPDX  Portland-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
21h 32m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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4:50 pm - 11:49 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-PDX Portland
9h 59m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$496Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Portland to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Portland to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

Round-trip flights from Portland to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport typically range from $403 to $685. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $336, on Frontier.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Portland to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Portland to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport. It’s 9% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 27% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Portland to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Portland to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport at $374 round-trip.
•June ($640) and July ($627) 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 Portland to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Portland to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport are cheapest 26 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 70% 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 Portland to Reagan-National

 
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Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on DCA

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

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Gabriel Leigh

Expert on PDX

Gabriel is a writer and video creator. As senior content producer for Flightradar24 and Monocle’s transport correspondent, he keeps a close eye on aviation in particular. He has also written travel articles for the likes of The New York Times. Born in New York but raised around the world, he now lives in Sweden. He’s been to 75 countries, flying 2.3 million miles on 113 airlines and through 234 airports in the process.

Key details for Portland to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

$190
Beat the crowds with an average 38% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 25% increase in travelers.
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Your Portland to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport 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 Portland to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Portland to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport:

    • Earliest: departs at 7:55 am and lands at 12:50 pm
    • Latest: departs at 8:20 am and lands at 1:15 pm.

    The flight takes about 4h 55m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Portland to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Portland to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Portland to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    A nonstop flight from Portland to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport takes 4h 55m, covering 2,343 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Portland to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    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 Portland to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Portland to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport range from $403 to $685, with an average of $525 over the past 12 months. Anything below $403 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Portland to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 73% above the $525 route average. Book 26 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Portland to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $376 round-trip via Charlotte Douglas (CLT), compared to $540 for nonstop.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Portland to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    The Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737 MAX 9 variants.

  • How are flight departures from Portland to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Portland to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport flights, with 100% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 0%, evening flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Portland to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport 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 $336 to $2,788. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Portland to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport flights?

    Alaska Airlines is the only airline on the Portland to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

  • How are flight prices from Portland to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Portland to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $220, which is 29% below the typical average for this route.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Portland to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    Flights from Portland to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport usually depart from Portland (PDX) and arrive at Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Portland to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Portland to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 39% of one-stop connections
    • Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) - 17% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago Midway (MDW) - 14% of one-stop connections
    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 7% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Portland to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 29% on flights from Portland to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $479 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $667, a difference of $188.

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

  • What airlines fly from Portland to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    Only Alaska Airlines operates flights between Portland and Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Portland to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    Flying via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 01m, compared with 7h 33m via Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) and 7h 43m via Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA).

  • What is the time difference between Portland and Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport is 3 hours ahead of Portland (Eastern Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport are Walter E. Washington Convention Center, National Mall and Capital One Arena. These are among the most viewed places in Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Portland to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport flights?

    Among airlines operating Portland to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport flights:

    • Alaska Airlines: 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 Portland to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport flights?

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

    • Alaska 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.

  • Does the Reagan National Airport offer car rental services?

    Yes, onsite rental counters are on the first floor. Car club members can go to the third floor to collect car keys. A dedicated drop-off and pick-up zone is located across from the rental car shuttle bus shelter in the car rental area.

  • Does Portland International Airport have nursing rooms?

    Yes, PDX has 4 nursing rooms: pre-security behind Hello from Portland, on Concourse B opposite Good Coffee, on Concourse D beside gate D4 and next to the restrooms opposite gate E8 on Concourse E. Both rooms are ADA compliant and easily accessible.

  • Does Reagan National Airport Washington DC offer accessible services?

    Yes, parking spaces are available for travelers with limited mobility and for vehicles displaying a government-issued plate or placard. All airport parking shuttles are wheelchair accessible and have motorized chair lifts or ramps.

  • What business facilities are available at PDX?

    Unlimited 1-, 3- and 7-day public transit passes can be purchased from a station fare machine with a SmarTrip card.

Your guide to booking Portland to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport 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 Thursday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Thursday flights average $479, about $188 less than Monday fares (28% 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 70% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Portland to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport trip for February. Fares historically average $374 round-trip in that month - typically $266 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Charlotte Douglas Airport (CLT) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $376 round-trip on this route - about $164 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
  • Traveling with a service animal? Reagan National Airport Washington DC has designated pet relief areas. They are clearly marked and stocked with waste bags and receptacles. Locations include Terminal 2 near gates E46-E59 and a pre-security area next to the North Metrorail Station Entrance.
  • Before your flight from PDX, you can relax in one of the airport lounges. The Alaska Lounge offers barista-crafted coffee, specialty beverages, West Coast-inspired cocktails, fresh locally inspired food, signature lounge seating, private booths, ample power outlets and workspaces and relaxation areas with premium finishes. Priority Pass is not required for every lounge at PDX. You can access the Alaska Lounge with Alaska Lounge or Alaska Lounge+ membership or as an eligible First Class, oneworld or partner-airline passenger. Other lounge options include United Club and The Delta Sky Club.
  • Use valet parking at Portland International Airport (PDX) if you want the added convenience of curbside drop-off. It is open 24 hours a day and the valet drop-off is next to the terminal ticketing areas. Keep in mind that parking is first-come, first-served, since the airport does not offer reservations. If you prefer to park yourself, PDX also offers long-term and short-term parking among more than 3,000 spaces, including vehicle charging stations and disabled parking spaces.

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Direct departures

Portland to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

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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Washington, D.C. Reagan-National to Portland

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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