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Cheapest round-trip
$1,197
Typical prices: $1,182-$1,641
Ethiopian Air
Tue 11/13Sat 3/31
IAD - DLA • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$538
Typical prices: $732-$1,071
Egyptair
Mon 11/12
IAD - DLA • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Washington, D.C. and Douala. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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IAD - DLA
Cheapest • 5% average savings
DCA - DLA
Most popular
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When to book
8 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 8 weeks in advance save around 20% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
January
Cheapest • 24% price drop
December
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Istanbul (IST)
Cheapest • Avg $1,077 (round-trip)
Lome (LFW)
Shortest trip • 13h 58m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Washington, D.C. to Douala (WAS-DLA)

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

Fri, Nov 13 - Wed, Mar 31
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:00 am - 1:25 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-DLA Douala
21h 25m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Malabo Santa Isabel
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2:25 pm - 8:55 amDLA  Douala-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
23h 30m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino
$1,197Ethiopian Air
Fri, Nov 13 - Wed, Mar 31
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:00 am - 1:25 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-DLA Douala
21h 25m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Malabo Santa Isabel
Ethiopian Air Logo
2:25 pm - 8:55 amDLA  Douala-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
23h 30m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino
$1,198Ethiopian Air
Mon, Feb 22 - Mon, Mar 8
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:00 am - 11:35 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-DLA Douala
19h 35m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:40 am - 7:05 pmDLA  Douala-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
14h 25m1 stop Lome
$1,210Multiple Airlines
Wed, Nov 4 - Wed, Nov 18
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:40 pm - 1:35 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-DLA Douala
35h 55m3 stops Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Brussels Bruxelles-National Kigali Intl
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4:05 pm - 6:30 pmDLA  Douala-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
32h 25m3 stops Kigali Intl Brussels Bruxelles-National Reykjavik Keflavik Intl
$1,210Multiple Airlines
Wed, Oct 28 - Tue, Nov 3
Air France Logo
10:30 pm - 9:25 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-DLA Douala
17h 55m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
Air France Logo
11:55 pm - 7:20 pmDLA  Douala-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
25h 25m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
$1,220Air France
Thu, Mar 18 - Sun, Mar 28
Turkish Airlines Logo
2:30 pm - 11:30 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-DLA Douala
28h 00m1 stop Istanbul
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3:15 am - 7:50 pmDLA  Douala-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
21h 35m1 stop Istanbul
$1,231Turkish Airlines
Sun, Nov 15 - Fri, Nov 27
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1:30 pm - 11:30 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-DLA Douala
28h 00m1 stop Istanbul
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12:40 am - 7:25 pmDLA  Douala-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
24h 45m2 stops Yaoundé Nsimalen Istanbul
$1,250Turkish Airlines
Sat, Oct 24 - Fri, Nov 13
Royal Air Maroc Logo
6:20 am - 4:25 amDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-DLA Douala
41h 05m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Casablanca Mohamed V
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5:25 am - 10:15 pmDLA  Douala-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
22h 50m2 stops Casablanca Mohamed V New York John F Kennedy Intl
$1,264Royal Air Maroc
Mon, Nov 23 - Thu, Nov 26
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6:00 am - 4:25 amDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-DLA Douala
40h 25m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Casablanca Mohamed V
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5:25 am - 10:52 pmDLA  Douala-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
23h 27m2 stops Casablanca Mohamed V New York John F Kennedy Intl
$1,265Royal Air Maroc
Wed, Nov 4 - Wed, Nov 18
Air France Logo
9:30 pm - 8:45 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-DLA Douala
41h 15m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Malabo Santa Isabel
Air France Logo
10:45 pm - 3:45 pmDLA  Douala-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
23h 00m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Amsterdam Schiphol
$1,282Air France
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Price, demand and travel trends for Washington, D.C. to Douala flights

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

Round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. to Douala typically range from $1,182 to $1,641. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $1,197, on Ethiopian Air.

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

There's little price difference between Washington, D.C. to Douala routes. They average around $1,461 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 Douala?

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 Douala. It’s 6% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 10% higher.

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

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. to Douala at $1,051 round-trip.
•July ($1,726) and December ($1,653) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 64% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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

Flights from Washington, D.C. to Douala are cheapest 8 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 20% 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. to Douala flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

$538
Beat the crowds with an average 63% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 106% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Douala

When to book flights from Washington, D.C. to Douala

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Washington, D.C. to Douala 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 Douala flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

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

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Washington, D.C. to Douala:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

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

    A nonstop flight from Washington, D.C. to Douala takes 00m, covering 5,866 miles.

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

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

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

    Round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. to Douala range from $1,182 to $1,641, with an average of $1,390 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,182 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 4% above the $1,390 route average. Book 8 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    One-way fares from Washington, D.C. to Douala are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $825, which is 7% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flights from Washington, D.C. to Douala 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 Douala (DLA).

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

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

    • Lome (LFW) - 57% of one-stop connections
    • Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) - 17% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) - 14% of one-stop connections
    • Casablanca Mohamed V (CMN) - 4% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 15% on flights from Washington, D.C. to Douala. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $1,312 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $1,540, a difference of $228.

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

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

    Flying via Lome (LFW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 13h 58m, compared with 20h 04m via Cairo (CAI) and 21h 11m via Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG).

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

    Douala is 5 hours ahead of Washington, D.C. (West Africa Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Your guide to booking Washington, D.C. to Douala 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 Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $1,312, about $228 less than Sunday fares (15% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 8 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 20% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Washington, D.C. to Douala trip for January. Fares historically average $1,051 round-trip in that month - typically $675 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Douala Airport.

    • Futuris Hotel
    • Saffana Hôtel
    • Jet Hotel

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