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Cheapest round-trip
$265
Typical prices: $419-$645
American Airlines
Wed 12/12Sat 12/15
IAD - TUS • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$133
Typical prices: $232-$445
Southwest
Wed 12/12
DCA - TUS • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
There are currently no direct flights between Washington, D.C. and Tucson. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Cheapest • Avg $371 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 6h 30m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Washington, D.C. to Tucson (WAS-TUS)

 

Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. to Tucson with top airlines, updated regularly. Compare round-trip, one-way, direct and last-minute deals.

Wed, Nov 11 - Sat, Nov 14
American Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 9:56 amDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-TUS Tucson
6h 56m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
5:20 am - 1:44 pmTUS  Tucson-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
6h 24m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$265American Airlines
Wed, Oct 28 - Sat, Oct 31
American Airlines Logo
8:20 am - 12:33 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-TUS Tucson
7h 13m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
9:37 am - 7:00 pmTUS  Tucson-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
6h 23m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$265American Airlines
Sat, Jan 16 - Thu, Jan 28
United Airlines Logo
4:15 pm - 9:35 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-TUS Tucson
7h 20m1 stop Denver Intl
United Airlines Logo
6:30 am - 5:10 pmTUS  Tucson-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
8h 40m1 stop Denver Intl
$265United Airlines
Thu, Dec 10 - Mon, Dec 14
United Airlines Logo
8:15 am - 4:03 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-TUS Tucson
9h 48m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
4:08 pm - 12:24 amTUS  Tucson-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
6h 16m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$265United Airlines
Wed, Nov 11 - Thu, Nov 12
Delta Logo
4:05 pm - 11:06 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-TUS Tucson
9h 01m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
1:56 pm - 11:37 pmTUS  Tucson-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
7h 41m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$265Delta
Wed, Dec 9 - Tue, Dec 15
Delta Logo
6:05 am - 12:37 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-TUS Tucson
8h 32m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
Delta Logo
3:03 pm - 11:42 pmTUS  Tucson-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
6h 39m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$265Delta
Wed, Nov 4 - Wed, Nov 11
Southwest Logo
12:45 pm - 7:40 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-TUS Tucson
8h 55m1 stop Dallas Love Field
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7:45 am - 6:00 pmTUS  Tucson-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
8h 15m2 stops Denver Intl Omaha Eppley Airfield
$270Southwest
Sat, Jan 23 - Sat, Jan 30
Southwest Logo
6:10 am - 1:05 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-TUS Tucson
8h 55m1 stop Chicago Midway
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6:55 am - 6:40 pmTUS  Tucson-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
9h 45m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Dallas Love Field
$270Southwest
Sat, Feb 6 - Thu, Feb 11
Alaska Airlines Logo
5:05 pm - 1:51 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-TUS Tucson
22h 46m1 stop Portland
Alaska Airlines Logo
8:10 am - 9:59 pmTUS  Tucson-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
11h 49m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$507Alaska Airlines
Sat, Feb 6 - Thu, Feb 11
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5:05 pm - 1:51 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-TUS Tucson
22h 46m1 stop Portland
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 9:59 pmTUS  Tucson-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
12h 59m2 stops Portland Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$556Alaska Airlines

Price, demand and travel trends for Washington, D.C. to Tucson flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

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

Round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. to Tucson typically range from $419 to $645. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $265, on American Airlines.

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

There's little price difference between Washington, D.C. to Tucson routes. They average around $510 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 Tucson?

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 Tucson. It’s 15% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 13% higher.

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

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. to Tucson at $416 round-trip.
•July ($654) and June ($608) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 57% 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 Tucson the cheapest?

Flights from Washington, D.C. to Tucson are cheapest 18 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 54% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Washington, D.C. to Tucson flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

$133
Beat the crowds with an average 25% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 22% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Tucson

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

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Washington, D.C. to Tucson 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 Tucson 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 Tucson?

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

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

    A nonstop flight from Washington, D.C. to Tucson takes 00m, covering 1,950 miles.

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

    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 Tucson flight?

    Round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. to Tucson range from $419 to $645, with an average of $509 over the past 12 months. Anything below $419 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 39% above the $509 route average. Book 18 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Washington, D.C. to Tucson 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 $265 to $2,299. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Washington, D.C. to Tucson are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $175, which is 44% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Tucson Airport (TUS)?

    Tucson Airport (TUS) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $22 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Dollar
    • Sixt
    • Budget
    • Hertz
    • Economy Rent a Car

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

    Flights from Washington, D.C. to Tucson 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 Tucson (TUS).

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

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

    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 36% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 23% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 21% of one-stop connections
    • Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 8% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 25% on flights from Washington, D.C. to Tucson. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $435 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $576, a difference of $141.

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

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

    Flying via Houston Hobby (HOU) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 30m, compared with 6h 57m via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) and 7h 09m via Chicago Midway (MDW).

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

    Tucson is 3 hours behind Washington, D.C. (Mountain Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Your guide to booking Washington, D.C. to Tucson 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 Friday. On this route, Saturday flights average $435, about $141 less than Friday fares (24% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 18 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 54% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Washington, D.C. to Tucson trip for February. Fares historically average $416 round-trip in that month - typically $238 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 Tucson Airport.

    • La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Tucson Airport
    • Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Tucson Air, AZ
    • Baymont by Wyndham Tucson Airport

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