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Cheapest round-trip
$370
Typical prices: $396-$609
Frontier
Tue 12/25Mon 12/31
DCA - PHX • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$388
Typical prices: $435-$634
American Airlines
Thu 11/8Tue 11/13
DCA - PHX • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
Every day
You can fly direct with American Airlines. Average duration is 5h 18m
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When to book
25 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 25 weeks in advance save around 34% compared to booking last minute.
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January
Cheapest • 15% price drop
January
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Fort Lauderdale (FLL)
Cheapest • Avg $282 (round-trip)
Nashville Intl (BNA)
Shortest trip • 6h 11m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Reagan-National to Phoenix (DCA-PHX)

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

Fri, Dec 25 - Thu, Dec 31
Frontier Logo
7:40 am - 9:04 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-PHX Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
15h 24m1 stop Denver Intl
Frontier Logo
10:48 am - 9:59 pmPHX  Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
9h 11m1 stop Denver Intl
$370Frontier
Wed, Dec 30 - Sun, Jan 3
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6:05 pm - 9:43 amDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-PHX Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
17h 38m1 stop Denver Intl
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10:09 pm - 12:25 pmPHX  Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
12h 16m1 stop Denver Intl
$371Frontier
Fri, Nov 27 - Tue, Dec 1
Delta Logo
6:05 am - 11:35 amDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-PHX Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
7h 30m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
Delta Logo
11:59 pm - 8:49 amPHX  Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
6h 50m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$373Delta
Wed, Nov 18 - Thu, Nov 26
Delta Logo
6:10 am - 11:30 amDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-PHX Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
7h 20m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Delta Logo
12:59 am - 11:00 amPHX  Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
8h 01m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$373Delta
Fri, Dec 4 - Sun, Dec 6
Southwest Logo
1:00 pm - 8:00 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-PHX Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
9h 00m2 stops Chicago Midway Albuquerque
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8:00 am - 6:00 pmPHX  Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
8h 00m2 stops Albuquerque Houston Hobby
$374Southwest
Mon, Dec 7 - Thu, Dec 10
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1:00 pm - 8:10 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-PHX Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
9h 10m1 stop Nashville Intl
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1:30 pm - 10:00 pmPHX  Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
6h 30m1 stop Nashville Intl
$374Southwest
Mon, Dec 7 - Fri, Dec 11
American Airlines Logo
6:59 pm - 12:28 amDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-PHX Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
7h 29m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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12:49 am - 7:00 amPHX  Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
4h 11mnonstop
$378American Airlines
Mon, Nov 9 - Tue, Nov 17
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6:00 pm - 12:42 amDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-PHX Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
8h 42m1 stop Denver Intl
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11:19 am - 9:00 pmPHX  Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
7h 41m1 stop San Diego
$379Multiple Airlines
Wed, Jan 20 - Mon, Jan 25
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5:05 pm - 9:19 amDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-PHX Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
18h 14m2 stops Portland Boise Air Term. Gowen Fld
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12:01 pm - 4:55 pmPHX  Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
26h 54m1 stop Denver Intl
$382Multiple Airlines
Sun, Nov 8 - Fri, Nov 13
American Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 10:21 amDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-PHX Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
5h 21mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
12:51 am - 7:00 amPHX  Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
4h 09mnonstop
$388American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport?

Round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport typically range from $396 to $609. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $370, on Frontier.

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

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

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport?

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport at $422 round-trip.
•March ($560) and June ($527) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 32% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport are cheapest 25 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 34% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

$190
Beat the crowds with an average 22% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 18% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport

When to book flights from Reagan-National to Phoenix

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Your Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl 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 Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport?

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

    • Earliest: departs at 7:00 am and lands at 12:18 pm
    • Latest: departs at 5:35 pm and lands at 10:53 pm.

    The flight takes about 5h 18m.

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

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport?

    A nonstop flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport takes 5h 18m, covering 1,972 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl 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 Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport range from $396 to $609, with an average of $496 over the past 12 months. Anything below $396 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 26% above the $496 route average. Book 25 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $282 round-trip via Fort Lauderdale (FLL), compared to $520 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $50–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

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

    The Boeing 737 MAX 9 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by United Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737 MAX 8 variants.

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

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport flights, with 67% of flights leaving in that window. Evening departures account for 33%, afternoon flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl 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 $371 to $2,428. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport flights?

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

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

    One-way fares from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $224, which is 17% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport (PHX)?

    Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport (PHX) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $19 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • NU Car
    • Easirent
    • Thrifty
    • Hertz
    • Dollar

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

    Flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport usually depart from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA) and arrive at Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX).

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

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

    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 69% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 5% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 5% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas Love Field (DAL) - 3% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 19% on flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $452 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $557, a difference of $105.

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

  • What airlines fly from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport?

    Only American Airlines operates flights between Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport and Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport.

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

    Flying via Nashville Intl (BNA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 11m, compared with 6h 17m via Kansas City (MCI) and 6h 20m via Chicago Midway (MDW).

  • What is the time difference between Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport and Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport?

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

  • What popular places can I visit in Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport are Phoenix Convention Center, Chase Field and Camelback Ranch. These are among the most viewed places in Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport on KAYAK.

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

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

    • American Airlines: offers extra legroom; 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 Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport flights?

    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
    • 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.

  • You can fly First Class to Phoenix from Reagan Washington National Airport with Delta Air Lines or American Airlines. First Class flyers enjoy priority check-in, baggage handling, and boarding, roomy seating, in-flight entertainment, and complimentary meals.

    What transport options are from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport to the city center?

  • If you want to get to downtown Phoenix after a flight from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), you can do so by bus or tram. Valley Metro operates buses from Sky Harbor West station to Buckeye Rd and 7th St. via Line 13 every 30 minutes. The Valley Metro Phoenix Skytrain leaves every five minutes from Terminal 4 Station.

    Which airlines from Reagan Washington National Airport to Phoenix have sustainable practices?

  • American Airlines, Frontier Airlines, and Spirit Airlines are some eco-friendly airlines that offer flights from DCA to Phoenix Airport. Frontier’s green measures include investing in a fuel-efficient fleet and using single-engine taxiing after touching down. American Airlines has adopted green building principles like sustainable materials and energy efficiency in its facilities. Spirit Airlines is employing flight and route optimizations.

    What is the carry-on policy for Reagan Washington National Airport to Phoenix flights?

  • Frontier allows one carry-on and one personal bag on trips from DCA to PHX. The carry-on should be no heavier than 35 lb and 24 x 16 x 10 inches in dimensions, including wheels, straps, and handles. It should be stowed beneath the seat or in the overhead bin. The personal item should be 18 x 14 x 8 inches.

    Which airlines from Reagan Washington National Airport to Phoenix have accessible services?

Your guide to booking Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl 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 Saturday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Saturday flights average $452, about $105 less than Sunday fares (19% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 25 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 34% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport trip for January. Fares historically average $422 round-trip in that month - typically $138 less than the most expensive month, which is March (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Fort Lauderdale Airport (FLL) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $282 round-trip on this route - about $238 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 Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport.

    • Holiday Inn & Suites Phoenix Airport By IHG
    • SureStay by Best Western Phoenix Airport
    • Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Phoenix Airport
  • Ryanair provides accessible services such as wheelchair assistance, priority boarding, and accessible seating options for passengers with limited mobility. The airline also provides spacious seating and accessible lavatories onboard. The airline's trained staff ensures that the needs of passengers with limited mobility are met, offering a smooth journey.
  • Consider flying from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Phoenix with American Airlines or Frontier Airlines. Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) is a hub for American Airlines and an operating base for Frontier Airlines, and flying with these carriers allows you to connect to other cities from PHX easily.
  • If you are flying from DCA to PHX with your children, consider booking flights with Frontier or United Airlines. Frontier allows one kid under 15 per adult to travel for free via the DISCOUNT DEN fare. United Airlines has a seating policy that seats kids below 12 with a guardian in their party.
  • Children aged five to 14 going to Phoenix from DCA alone must enroll in Delta’s Unaccompanied Minor program. You may also request the service for your 15 to 17 years old kids. At check-in, you must have the minor’s birth certificate or passport, your contact, name, address, and the same details for the adult meeting the young flyer at PHX.
  • If you plan to travel with your pet from DCA to PHX, consider flying with American Airlines. The airline requires that pet carriers be ventilated, clean, and roomy for the pet to move around. The kennel should be 18 x 11 x 11 inches and weigh 20 lb at most, inclusive of the pet.

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Washington, D.C. Reagan-National to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

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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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Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

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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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