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Cheapest round-trip
$405
Typical prices: $419-$645
Delta
Fri 12/7Tue 12/11
DCA - TUS • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$183
Typical prices: $232-$445
United Airlines
Fri 11/23
IAD - 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)

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

Fri, Dec 4 - Tue, Dec 8
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7:00 am - 5:11 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-TUS Tucson
12h 11m2 stops Salt Lake City Los Angeles
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8:08 am - 11:23 pmTUS  Tucson-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
13h 15m2 stops Salt Lake City Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$405Delta
Mon, Dec 7 - Fri, Dec 11
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6:00 am - 5:11 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-TUS Tucson
13h 11m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Los Angeles
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7:42 am - 9:30 pmTUS  Tucson-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
11h 48m2 stops Los Angeles Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$405Delta
Mon, Dec 14 - Fri, Dec 18
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8:20 am - 1:35 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-TUS Tucson
7h 15m1 stop Denver Intl
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2:46 pm - 12:59 amTUS  Tucson-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
8h 13m1 stop Denver Intl
$416United Airlines
Tue, Dec 8 - Mon, Dec 21
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4:13 pm - 9:30 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-TUS Tucson
7h 17m1 stop Denver Intl
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8:15 am - 6:23 pmTUS  Tucson-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
8h 08m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$416United Airlines
Thu, Jan 7 - Tue, Jan 12
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 10:22 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-TUS Tucson
18h 22m1 stop Los Angeles
American Airlines Logo
10:16 am - 11:56 pmTUS  Tucson-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
11h 40m1 stop Los Angeles
$423American Airlines
Tue, Jan 12 - Tue, Jan 19
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7:00 am - 12:23 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-TUS Tucson
7h 23m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 4:18 pmTUS  Tucson-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
6h 18m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$429American Airlines
Sat, Jan 23 - Sat, Jan 30
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12:30 pm - 8:35 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-TUS Tucson
10h 05m2 stops Chicago Midway Denver Intl
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8:10 am - 8:00 pmTUS  Tucson-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
9h 50m2 stops Denver Intl Chicago Midway
$439Southwest
Mon, Feb 15 - Sat, Feb 20
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6:10 am - 1:20 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-TUS Tucson
9h 10m1 stop Chicago Midway
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10:20 am - 6:55 pmTUS  Tucson-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
6h 35m1 stop Dallas Love Field
$443Southwest
Tue, Feb 23 - Sat, Feb 27
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7:00 am - 10:26 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-TUS Tucson
17h 26m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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2:06 pm - 5:31 amTUS  Tucson-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
13h 25m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$493Alaska Airlines
Wed, Nov 11 - Wed, Nov 18
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7:46 am - 11:59 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-TUS Tucson
18h 13m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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3:22 pm - 5:44 amTUS  Tucson-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
12h 22m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$497Alaska Airlines
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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 $405, on Delta.

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

$183
Beat the crowds with an average 34% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 38% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl 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 $405 to $2,078. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x 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 $220, which is 30% 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 averaging $59 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
    • Wyndham Tucson Airport Hotel & Conference Center

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