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Cheapest round-trip
$297
Typical prices: $416-$542
Delta
Sun 11/18Fri 11/23
IAD - BTR • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$467
Typical prices: $405-$521
American Airlines
Sun 2/4Sat 2/10
DCA - BTR • Non-stop
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You can fly direct with American Airlines and United Airlines. Average duration is 3h 06m
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Cheapest • 14% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $446 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 5h 05m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Washington, D.C. to Baton Rouge (WAS-BTR)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Baton Rouge

Wed, Nov 18 - Mon, Nov 23
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8:05 am - 12:58 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-BTR Baton Rouge Ryan
5h 53m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:00 am - 1:54 pmBTR  Baton Rouge Ryan-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
6h 54m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$297Delta
Wed, Nov 18 - Mon, Nov 23
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4:05 pm - 10:02 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-BTR Baton Rouge Ryan
6h 57m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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1:38 pm - 9:47 pmBTR  Baton Rouge Ryan-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
7h 09m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$297Delta
Wed, Nov 18 - Sun, Nov 22
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8:34 am - 1:26 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-BTR Baton Rouge Ryan
5h 52m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
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6:15 pm - 12:37 amBTR  Baton Rouge Ryan-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
5h 22m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$348United Airlines
Wed, Nov 18 - Sun, Nov 22
Delta Logo
9:00 am - 3:14 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-BTR Baton Rouge Ryan
7h 14m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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3:54 pm - 9:42 pmBTR  Baton Rouge Ryan-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
4h 48m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$348Delta
Tue, Dec 22 - Wed, Dec 30
American Airlines Logo
7:45 pm - 9:43 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-BTR Baton Rouge Ryan
2h 58mnonstop
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6:00 am - 12:54 pmBTR  Baton Rouge Ryan-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
5h 54m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$441American Airlines
Tue, Nov 24 - Tue, Dec 1
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5:00 am - 10:33 amDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-BTR Baton Rouge Ryan
6h 33m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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6:00 am - 9:23 amBTR  Baton Rouge Ryan-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
2h 23mnonstop
$441American Airlines
Sat, Jan 16 - Sat, Jan 23
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5:08 pm - 10:52 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-BTR Baton Rouge Ryan
6h 44m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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7:27 am - 3:40 pmBTR  Baton Rouge Ryan-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
7h 13m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$451American Airlines
Wed, Dec 2 - Sat, Dec 5
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 9:36 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-BTR Baton Rouge Ryan
4h 36m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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10:23 am - 4:28 pmBTR  Baton Rouge Ryan-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
5h 05m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$451Delta
Tue, Nov 24 - Fri, Nov 27
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2:38 pm - 7:43 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-BTR Baton Rouge Ryan
6h 05m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
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6:15 pm - 12:37 amBTR  Baton Rouge Ryan-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
5h 22m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$464United Airlines
Wed, Jan 13 - Mon, Jan 18
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10:54 am - 5:31 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-BTR Baton Rouge Ryan
7h 37m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
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4:01 pm - 10:15 pmBTR  Baton Rouge Ryan-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
5h 14m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$487United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Washington, D.C. to Baton Rouge flights

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

Round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. to Baton Rouge typically range from $416 to $542. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $297, on Delta.

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

There's little price difference between Washington, D.C. to Baton Rouge routes. They average around $474 round-trip, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

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

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. to Baton Rouge. It’s 14% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 41% higher.

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

•December is the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. to Baton Rouge at $405 round-trip.
•September ($558) and June ($536) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 37% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Key details for Washington, D.C. to Baton Rouge flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

$149
Beat the crowds with an average 26% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 64% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Baton Rouge

When to book flights from Washington, D.C. to Baton Rouge

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Washington, D.C. to Baton Rouge based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Washington, D.C. to Baton Rouge 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. to Baton Rouge?

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

    • Earliest: departs at 11:00 am and lands at 2:06 pm
    • Latest: departs at 9:00 pm and lands at 12:06 am.

    The flight takes about 3h 06m.

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

    A nonstop flight from Washington, D.C. to Baton Rouge takes 3h 06m, covering 986 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Washington, D.C. to Baton Rouge?

    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. to Baton Rouge flight?

    Round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. to Baton Rouge range from $416 to $542, with an average of $470 over the past 12 months. Anything below $416 counts as a good deal.

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

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $446 round-trip via Charlotte Douglas (CLT), compared to $465 for nonstop.

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

    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.

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

    Evening is the busiest departure period on Washington, D.C. to Baton Rouge flights, with 100% of flights leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 0%, afternoon flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Washington, D.C. to Baton Rouge 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 $297 to $2,076. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

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

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

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

    One-way fares from Washington, D.C. to Baton Rouge are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $207, which is 55% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Baton Rouge Ryan Airport (BTR)?

    Baton Rouge Ryan Airport (BTR) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $78 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Budget
    • Hertz
    • Dollar
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car
    • Avis

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

    Flights from Washington, D.C. to Baton Rouge may depart from several airports in Washington, D.C. area, including Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA) and Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD). Flights usually arrive at Baton Rouge Ryan (BTR).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Washington, D.C. to Baton Rouge pass through?

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

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 54% of one-stop connections
    • Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 32% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 12% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 1% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 39% on flights from Washington, D.C. to Baton Rouge. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $408 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $667, a difference of $259.

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

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

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

    • American Airlines
    • United Airlines

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

    Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 05m, compared with 5h 58m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) and 6h 01m via Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH).

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

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

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

    Among airlines operating Washington, D.C. to Baton Rouge flights:

    • American 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 Washington, D.C. to Baton Rouge flights?

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

    • American Airlines: 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 Washington, D.C. to Baton Rouge 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 Monday. On this route, Saturday flights average $408, about $259 less than Monday fares (39% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Washington, D.C. to Baton Rouge trip for December. Fares historically average $405 round-trip in that month - typically $153 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 Charlotte Douglas Airport (CLT) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $446 round-trip on this route - about $19 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 Baton Rouge Ryan Airport.

    • Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Baton Rouge Airport
    • SpringHill Suites by Marriott Baton Rouge North/Airport
    • Hilton Garden Inn Baton Rouge Airport

Prefer to fly direct from Washington, D.C. to Baton Rouge?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Washington, D.C. to Baton Rouge Ryan Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Washington, D.C. to Baton Rouge Ryan

Monday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Tuesday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Wednesday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Thursday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Friday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Sunday

American Airlines

American Airlines

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Direct returns

Baton Rouge Ryan to Washington, D.C.

Monday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Tuesday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Wednesday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Thursday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Friday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Sunday

American Airlines

American Airlines

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