Question 1

Is there a ferry into Boston from BOS?

Accepted Answer

Yes. From any terminal at BOS, travelers can take the free Route 66 shuttle bus to the Logan Airport Ferry Dock. From there, the MBTA Harbor Express ferry goes to Long Wharf.

Question 2

Which of the three Washington, D.C., airports has USO military lounge?

Accepted Answer

DCA has a USO lounge with several amenities and it is free for active military members and their families. BWI also has a family room with cribs, toys, a TV/DVD, a movie library and restrooms with diaper-changing tables.

Question 3

Does Washington Reagan National Airport offer any facilities specifically for nursing moms?

Accepted Answer

Yes. The Nursing Rooms at DCA feature a rocking chair, a changing table, an electrical outlet, a shelf, hand sanitizer and a mirror. There is one Nursing Room pre-security and one post-security in Terminal 1 and in Terminal 2, there are two between Gates E46–E59 and four in National Hall between Gates D35–D45 and Gates B10–B22.

Question 4

Does Washington Dulles International Airport provide any pet relief areas?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) has relief areas for service animals and pets. Before entering the terminal, there are two outdoor pet relief stations on the departures level, one on each side of ticketing.

Inside the airport, two post-security pet relief stations are located near Gate A32 and Gate D1. Another pet relief station is outside baggage claim.

Question 5

Does BWI have any private facilities where travelers can relax before a flight?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Minute Suites are available for rent at Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI).

Question 6

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

Accepted Answer

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

• JetBlue: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• United Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• Delta: 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 7

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

Accepted Answer

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

• American Airlines
• Delta
• JetBlue
• United Airlines

Question 8

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

Accepted Answer

Flights from Washington, D.C. to Boston 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 Boston Logan Intl (BOS).

Question 9

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

Accepted Answer

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

• JetBlue: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• Delta: 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 10

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

Accepted Answer

Four cabin classes are available on flights from Washington, D.C. to Boston:

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

Prices vary by airline.

Question 11

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

Accepted Answer

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $209 round-trip via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL), compared to $273 for nonstop.

Question 12

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

Accepted Answer

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $35–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

Question 13

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

Accepted Answer

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

• Newark (EWR) - 75% of one-stop connections
• New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) - 15% of one-stop connections
• Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 4% of one-stop connections
• New York LaGuardia (LGA) - 4% of one-stop connections

Question 14

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

Accepted Answer

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 14% on flights from Washington, D.C. to Boston. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $261 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $301, a difference of $40.

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 15

At what point is a flight considered delayed from Washington, D.C. to Boston?

Accepted Answer

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 Washington, D.C. to Boston route, 20% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2h 11m.

Question 16

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

Accepted Answer

Morning is the busiest departure period on Washington, D.C. to Boston flights, with 38% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 28%, evening flights for 24%, and night flights for 10%.

Question 17

What popular places can I visit in Boston?

Accepted Answer

Some of the most popular sights in Boston are TD Garden, Fenway Park and Boston Common. These are among the most viewed places in Boston on KAYAK.

Question 18

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

Accepted Answer

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

• Earliest: departs at 5:59 am and lands at 7:41 am
• Latest: departs at 11:00 pm and lands at 12:42 am.

The flight takes about 1h 42m.

Question 19

How expensive are last-minute Washington, D.C. to Boston flights?

Accepted Answer

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 36% above the $274 route average. Book 19 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

Question 20

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

Accepted Answer

A nonstop flight from Washington, D.C. to Boston takes 1h 42m, covering 396 miles.

Question 21

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

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 22

Have flight prices from Washington, D.C. to Boston changed much recently?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $147 to $1,316. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

Question 23

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

Accepted Answer

One-way fares from Washington, D.C. to Boston are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $60, which is 68% below the typical average for this route.

Question 24

How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Boston?

Accepted Answer

United Airlines is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while Delta has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Washington, D.C. to Boston flights are:

• United Airlines: 84% on time
• Delta: 84% on time
• American Airlines: 78% on time

Overall, flights on this route are punctual 80% of the time on average.

Question 25

What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Washington, D.C. to Boston?

Accepted Answer

Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while evening departures tend to have the most.

Question 26

Is it cheaper to take a train or bus instead of flying between Washington, D.C. and Boston?

Accepted Answer

Based on prices from the last 5 days, flying between Washington, D.C. and Boston is around $147 round-trip, with a flight time of about 1h 35m. Taking the train is much cheaper at around $127, with a trip time of about 7h 56m. The bus is similarly priced at around $90 and takes about 10h. Compared with flying, recent train and bus fares are roughly 26% lower. However, those options take about 7+ hours longer each way.

Question 27

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

Accepted Answer

Flying via New York LaGuardia (LGA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 04m, compared with 4h 28m via Newark (EWR) and 4h 36m via New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK).

Question 28

What car rental options are available at Boston Logan Intl Airport (BOS)?

Accepted Answer

Boston Logan Intl Airport (BOS) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $77 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Dollar
• Hertz
• Budget
• Thrifty
• Sixt

Question 29

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

Accepted Answer

Round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. to Boston range from $200 to $381, with an average of $274 over the past 12 months. Anything below $200 counts as a good deal.

Question 30

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

Accepted Answer

Three airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Washington, D.C. to Boston flights:

• JetBlue
• Delta
• American Airlines

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.

Question 31

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

Accepted Answer

Round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. to Boston typically range from $200 to $381. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $147, on JetBlue.

Question 32

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

Accepted Answer

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport (DCA) to Boston (BOS) is the cheapest Washington, D.C. to Boston route, averaging $261 round-trip. Other Washington, D.C. to Boston routes average $304, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

Question 33

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

Accepted Answer

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Washington, D.C. to Boston. It’s 5% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 9% higher.

Question 34

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

Accepted Answer

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. to Boston at $201 round-trip.
•June ($328) and September ($318) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 63% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Question 35

When are flights from Washington, D.C. to Boston the cheapest?

Accepted Answer

Flights from Washington, D.C. to Boston are cheapest 19 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 48% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Question 36

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

Accepted Answer

JetBlue ($147) and Delta ($147) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. to Boston according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

Question 37

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

Accepted Answer

American Airlines and Delta offer the most frequent nonstop flights from Washington, D.C. to Boston, at 65 and 56 flights per week respectively. JetBlue is another good option, operating 51 flights per week. Based on KAYAK flight data over the last 3 months.

Question 38

How often are flights from Washington, D.C. to Boston delayed?

Accepted Answer

Over the last 3 months Washington, D.C. to Boston flights were delayed 20% of the time. Delayed flights averaged 2h 11m behind schedule.

Question 39

What’s the most punctual time of day to fly from Washington, D.C. to Boston?

Accepted Answer

Morning flights have the fewest delays. Evening departures experience delays most often.

Question 40

Which day of the week has the fewest delays on Washington, D.C. to Boston flights?

Accepted Answer

Saturday has the fewest flight delays on the Washington, D.C. to Boston route, at only 11% of flights delayed. Sunday has the most delays at 24%.

Question 41

Which airline is the most punctual on Washington, D.C. to Boston flights?

Accepted Answer

United Airlines is the most punctual airline on Washington, D.C. to Boston flights. 84% of flights were on time in the past 3 months.

Question 42

What’s the most popular layover airport when flying from Washington, D.C. to Boston?

Accepted Answer

Newark (EWR) is the most popular layover for the Washington, D.C. to Boston route. 75% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via EWR.

Question 43

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

Accepted Answer

Flights via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $209. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

Question 44

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

Accepted Answer

New York LaGuardia (LGA) offers the shortest 1-stop connection from Washington, D.C. to Boston at 4h 04m one-way, 2h 22m longer than the 1h 42m direct flight. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

Question 45

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

Accepted Answer

New York LaGuardia (LGA) had the shortest average connection time for Washington, D.C. to Boston layovers at 2h 45m over the past 3 months.

Question 46

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

Accepted Answer

There are 20 to 31 flights per day from Washington, D.C. to Boston, about 200 flights per week. Monday has the most departures, with 16% of weekly flights.

Question 47

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

Accepted Answer

Most nonstop flights from Washington, D.C. to Boston depart in the morning, accounting for 38% of nonstop departures. Around 11 flights are scheduled in that window over the next three months.

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