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Cheapest round-trip
$423
Typical prices: $423-$664
American Airlines
Mon 2/5Tue 2/13
IAD - TUS • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$215
Typical prices: $234-$446
American Airlines
Sat 12/15
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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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 20 weeks in advance save around 52% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 17% price drop
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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, Feb 5 - Sat, Feb 13
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 10:22 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-TUS Tucson
18h 22m1 stop Los Angeles
American Airlines Logo
10:25 am - 11:33 pmTUS  Tucson-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
11h 08m1 stop Los Angeles
$423American Airlines
Fri, Jan 15 - Tue, Jan 19
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 7:47 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-TUS Tucson
15h 47m1 stop Los Angeles
American Airlines Logo
7:30 am - 11:56 pmTUS  Tucson-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
14h 26m1 stop Los Angeles
$423American Airlines
Sat, Mar 6 - Wed, Mar 10
Delta Logo
2:28 pm - 10:08 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-TUS Tucson
9h 40m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
1:35 pm - 12:20 amTUS  Tucson-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
8h 45m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$429Delta
Wed, Dec 16 - Tue, Jan 5
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 1:53 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-TUS Tucson
9h 53m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
12:11 pm - 11:31 pmTUS  Tucson-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
9h 20m1 stop Salt Lake City
$429Delta
Tue, Jan 19 - Sat, Jan 23
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 11:22 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-TUS Tucson
7h 22m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
United Airlines Logo
2:47 pm - 11:26 pmTUS  Tucson-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
6h 39m1 stop Denver Intl
$429United Airlines
Tue, Jan 19 - Sat, Jan 23
United Airlines Logo
4:15 pm - 9:35 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-TUS Tucson
7h 20m1 stop Denver Intl
United Airlines Logo
2:47 pm - 11:26 pmTUS  Tucson-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
6h 39m1 stop Denver Intl
$429United Airlines
Wed, Jan 20 - Wed, Jan 27
Southwest Logo
12:05 pm - 6:35 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-TUS Tucson
8h 30m1 stop Chicago Midway
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11:35 am - 11:00 pmTUS  Tucson-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
9h 25m2 stops Denver Intl Dallas Love Field
$434Southwest
Tue, Jan 19 - Sat, Jan 23
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12:05 pm - 6:35 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-TUS Tucson
8h 30m1 stop Chicago Midway
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6:40 am - 6:50 pmTUS  Tucson-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
10h 10m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Dallas Love Field
$434Southwest
Thu, Dec 31 - Mon, Jan 4
Alaska Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 11:58 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-TUS Tucson
17h 58m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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6:00 am - 9:59 pmTUS  Tucson-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
13h 59m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$507Alaska Airlines
Sat, Dec 5 - Tue, Dec 8
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7:00 am - 11:55 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-TUS Tucson
18h 55m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
Alaska Airlines Logo
2:27 pm - 4:15 pmTUS  Tucson-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
23h 48m2 stops Portland Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$511Alaska 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 $423 to $664. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $423, 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 $520 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 16% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 14% 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 $432 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 51% 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 20 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 52% 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

$215
Beat the crowds with an average 30% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 37% 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 $423 to $664, with an average of $521 over the past 12 months. Anything below $423 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 42% above the $521 route average. Book 20 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 $423 to $2,117. 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 $265, which is 17% 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 $61 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Dollar
    • Sixt
    • Hertz
    • Budget
    • Enterprise 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) - 37% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 22% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 20% of one-stop connections
    • Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 7% 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 27% on flights from Washington, D.C. to Tucson. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $438 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $597, a difference of $159.

    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 59m 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 2 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 Monday. On this route, Saturday flights average $438, about $159 less than Monday fares (27% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 20 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 52% 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 $432 round-trip in that month - typically $222 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
    • Hampton Inn Tucson-Airport

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