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Cheap Flights from Washington, D.C. to the United States

Cheapest round-trip prices found by our users on KAYAK in the last 5 days
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Atlanta
1h 49mNonstop
from $83per person
Fort Lauderdale
2h 33mNonstop
from $125per person
Miami
2h 41mNonstop
from $138per person
Boston
1h 28mNonstop
from $140per person
Orlando
2h 05mNonstop
from $141per person
Dallas
3h 10mNonstop
from $169per person
Tampa
2h 05mNonstop
from $177per person
Chicago
1h 57mNonstop
from $224per person
Las Vegas
5h 00mNonstop
from $281per person
Denver
3h 45mNonstop
from $300per person
Los Angeles
5h 24mNonstop
from $301per person
San Francisco
5h 50mNonstop
from $423per person
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Price, demand and travel trends for Washington, D.C. to the United States flights

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

Are flights from Washington, D.C. to the United States cheaper or more expensive than last year?

Fares from Washington, D.C. to the United States are running about 11% higher than they were around this time last year, averaging $375 round-trip.

What are the cheapest fares from Washington, D.C. to the United States right now?

Here are the cheapest round-trip fares from Washington, D.C. to the United States on KAYAK in the last week:

• Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) from $83
• Fort Lauderdale (FLL) from $125
• Miami (MIA) from $138
• Boston Logan Intl (BOS) from $140
• Orlando (MCO) from $141

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

January is the cheapest time of year to fly, with average fares of $313. Prices are highest in October, when average flight costs increase to around $419.

When is the best time to book flights from Washington, D.C. to the United States?

Book your flights 5 weeks before your trip. KAYAK data collected over the past 12 months shows that booking in this window can save you around 31% compared to booking last-minute (within 2 weeks of departure).

Which airport in the United States is the cheapest to fly to from Washington, D.C.?

Based on KAYAK data from the past 12 months, the cheapest airports to fly into the United States are:

• Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) (avg. price $235)
• Orlando (MCO) (avg. price $263)
• Fort Lauderdale (FLL) (avg. price $269)

What’s the cheapest day to fly from Washington, D.C. to the United States?

Saturday tends to be the cheapest day to fly from Washington, D.C. to the United States, while Sunday is the most expensive. Fares run about 19% higher that day, based on the past 12 months of KAYAK data.

What's the cheapest time of day to fly from Washington, D.C. to the United States?

Data from the past 12 months shows it's cheapest to fly to the United States during the night with average prices of $341. The evening is the most expensive time to fly, with average prices of $415.

Key details for Washington, D.C. to the United States flights

Low season

October

Cheapest flight

$59
Beat the crowds with an average 13% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 19% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Boston

Flights from Washington, D.C. to the United States: the best tips from KAYAK users

Insights shared by verified travelers who flew the route from Washington, D.C. to the United States 
Verified travelerFlew with ITA Airways-Sep 2026
Allow time for shuttle ride to the correct concourse. Information desk was helpful in helping to navigate where to get to concourse D.
KennethFlew with United Airlines-Nov 2026
Get there early; The route from one terminal to another is completely unclear,
SuzanneFlew with American Airlines-Sep 2026
Don’t rely on your status and go to desk immediately for standby
RonaldFlew with Delta-Oct 2026
ITimely information could have changed our plans. We learned only after waiting about 40 minutes that an earlier ground stop had delayed flights. Had we been told sooner, we might have changed our flight, delayed our trip to the airport, used another airport, or— in my case—left a day earlier. Sharing the information only after those options were no longer practical left us feeling stuck with a bad situation. Recommendation: Notify passengers as soon as a ground stop or other significant disruption is known, and provide clear updates about expected delays and available rebooking options. Before traveling, passengers should also check for airport and airline alerts and consider early flights, which may offer more flexibility when disruptions occur.
JohnFlew with American Airlines-Nov 2026
Longer layover if the Airline is expecting to be delayed. Ground Crew did not open plane door for over 10 minutes which completely ruled out making connection after sprinting through the airport.
ZacharyFlew with Alaska Airlines-Sep 2026
Loud boarding area, congested, try to get close to podium otherwise impossible to tell what boarding group is being called
MorganFlew with Delta-Jun 2026
Delta Airlines is the best airline for flying between Washington DC and Atlanta. There are plenty flights back and forth. Plan ahead to have time for unforeseen security delays.
Verified travelerFlew with Alaska Airlines-Jun 2026
If you have a layover in Washington DC, check out any of the Smithsonian museums which are free.
ArwaFlew with American Airlines-Jun 2026
My flight was delayed, so make sure to give yourself enough time in case of interruption
OlgaFlew with United Airlines-Mar 2026
Make sure you have enough time in that airport between connecting flights. Take a pillow !
MarioFlew with Frontier-May 2026
The airport train can be busy, so plan ahead. Also ATL is perhaps the most crowded airport in the US, so also give yourself extra time for everything. In other words it's always busy and crowded, so expect slow processess and delays and you'll have a good time
NguyenFlew with Delta-Dec 2025
DCA airport is much easier to navigate (security, getting to gate, proximity to DC city center) than IAD
TonyFlew with United Airlines-Dec 2025
Bring your own snacks - no food service👍🏼
Verified travelerFlew with Alaska Airlines-Feb 2026
DCA only has a few flights to other coast. IAD has many. If something goes wrong you’ll have more options flying out of IAD.
ManojFlew with Alaska Airlines-Nov 2025
Don’t bring carry on roller luggage if you can avoid it. Overhead space runs out real quick.
Verified travelerFlew with American Airlines-Mar 2025
Usually flying to/from TF Green is very convenient, - small airport, fast security lines, parking nearby.
Verified travelerFlew with Alaska Airlines-Jan 2025
Reserve your plane seat & bring something to eat in the plane.
Verified travelerFlew with United Airlines-Nov 2024
Give yourself the appropriate amount of time because getting to the boarding gates takes some time due to the layout of the wait port but the signs are clear and the transportation is well organized.
PhallyFlew with Alaska Airlines-Oct 2024
Don't take too much stuff. Make sure to have the necessary documents or boarding pass ready.
RebeccaFlew with Alaska Airlines-Sep 2024
Get something to eat in the airport, just in case there is no food onboard.
MilesFlew with American Airlines-Sep 2024
Arrive early for morning flights. Even precheck and clear had a line at DCA
Verified travelerFlew with Alaska Airlines-Sep 2024
Pay the money if can afford to upgrade your seats
Verified travelerFlew with Alaska Airlines-Jul 2024
Dulles, like Seattle has a tram. That can be surprising. The TSA at Seattle is notoriously LONG, however, both times in the last year that I have flown, that has not been the case. At Dulles, the TSA lines were efficient as well. The airport interior is well marked for getting around. I did note that the garbages were full in the Southwest and Alaska areas- as we were there 6 hours and had lots of time to notice nit-picky things that nobody else would care about :). It was convenient to have a "charging station" nearby the Alaska waiting area (right across from our gate). It had 3 ports, and I noticed that as soon as I unplugged mine, it was jumped right on. Suggestion- have Dulles add a few more for passengers who need to recharge phones. Great experience, thank you.
PaulFlew with Alaska Airlines-Jun 2024
It's pricier to fly into Reagan (DCA), but if your destination is core DC area, it is well worth it. I used Ubers and Metro; no need to rent a car.
Verified travelerFlew with Alaska Airlines-Jul 2024
Easy access via metro, and by car with parking available walking distance from the terminal. Lots of seating and dining options near the flight boarding gates.
ShashankFlew with American Airlines-Jul 2024
TSA for Terminal 2 is one level below ticketing and check in - on concourse. Indy is a well laid out and easy airport to get around.
Verified travelerFlew with Lufthansa-Aug 2024
Make sure, if you are flying internationally and this is your connecting flight- you have time to get through border control and you will need to claim your baggage and drop it off again.
NoamFlew with Alaska Airlines-Aug 2024
Flying to the Ronald Reagan airport is closer and faster to D.C. than the Dulles airport.
BillFlew with Alaska Airlines-Jun 2024
At Dulles, you can spend 30 minutes getting to your AFTER clearing TSA
Verified travelerFlew with Alaska Airlines-Jul 2024
Be prepared Seattle is a mess as far as the overwhelming crowds when you land . The bus line to get your rental car is unbelievably long almost 100 people so be prepared once you arrive .
OliverFlew with Southern / Mokulele-Jun 2024
Don’t get to the ticket counter more than an hour early, no one’s there. You’re going to be waiting.
Verified travelerFlew with Southwest-Mar 2024
Arrive earlier to avoid lines for baggage drop off. Also opt for baggage check in my mobile app
Verified travelerFlew with Alaska Airlines-May 2024
Get to the airport early, especially on holidays
Verified travelerFlew with Delta-Apr 2024
use restroom prior to boarding, hall to bathroom is small
DeniseFlew with Alaska Airlines-May 2024
Bring your own device. No screens on the seatbacks.
Verified travelerFlew with Frontier-Dec 2023
Always check the rules and guidelines prior to boarding. Be early. Rest and eat before departure.
Verified travelerFlew with JetBlue-Feb 2024
Fly directly into Miami if that is your final destination. Ground transportation between FLL and MIA is expensive ($50) and time consuming (1+ hour). One would think there would at least be hourly public transit between the two airports, but no such luck in the late afternoon. Choices are $50 bus ride or $50 ride share, or $50 bright line, or $50+ rental car. No afternoon Tri-Rail service. I chose the ride share since it got me directly to my downtown Miami hotel.

Your Washington, D.C. to the United States flight questions, answered

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

  • Is now a good time to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to the United States?

    Yes. Fares from Washington, D.C. to the United States are low right now. As a rule of thumb, a round-trip under $271 (cheaper than most fares this year) is a good deal, so if you spot one at or below that, it's a good time to book.

  • How much should I budget for a flight from Washington, D.C. to the United States?

    Over the past 12 months, round-trip fares from Washington, D.C. to the United States have ranged from $271 to $546.

  • What are the main airports serving the United States?

    The United States has 700 airports. The three busiest are Orlando (MCO) (7% of arrivals), Los Angeles (LAX) (5%) and Boston Logan Intl (BOS) (5%).

  • What airlines fly nonstop from Washington, D.C. to the United States?

    Based on the flight schedule for the next 3 months, 12 airlines operate nonstop flights from Washington, D.C. to the United States, including:

    • American Airlines
    • United Airlines
    • Delta
    • Southwest
    • JetBlue
    • Alaska Airlines

  • Where in the United States can I fly nonstop from Washington, D.C.?

    You can fly nonstop from Washington, D.C. to 49 destinations in the United States. Some of the most popular among KAYAK travelers include Orlando, Los Angeles, Boston, Dallas and Fort Lauderdale.

  • Is it cheaper to fly with a layover from Washington, D.C. to the United States?

    Yes, nonstop flights from Washington, D.C. to the United States average $372 over the past 12 months, but flights with a layover can cost less. The most affordable connecting airports are:

    • Bradford (BFD) (avg. price $96)
    • Lancaster (LNS) (avg. price $150)
    • DuBois Jefferson County (DUJ) (avg. price $164)

  • How long is a flight from Washington, D.C. to the United States?

    Nonstop flights take 2h 33m on average. The fastest scheduled flight takes 1h 22m, from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA) to Boston Logan Intl (BOS).

  • How often are flights from Washington, D.C. to the United States delayed and what's the average delay?

    16% of flights on this route are delayed by at least 15 minutes. The average delay is 2h 09m.

  • Which cabin classes are available on flights from Washington, D.C. to the United States?

    On flights from Washington, D.C. to the United States you can book Economy Class, Premium Economy Class, Business Class or First Class.

  • What are some popular landmarks in the United States?

    KAYAK travelers' favorite landmarks in the United States include:

    • Times Square
    • Universal Orlando Resort
    • New York City Center
    • San Antonio River Walk

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Washington, D.C. to the United States?

    The earliest nonstop flight from Washington, D.C. to the United States departs at 5:00 am and the latest departs at 11:01 pm. Nonstop flights take about 2h 33m.

Your guide to booking Washington, D.C. to the United States flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If you can plan ahead, the sweet spot for booking your flight is 5 weeks before your trip. KAYAK data shows fares in this window are around 31% lower than last-minute bookings (made within 2 weeks of departure). Not ready to commit? Set a Price Alert and we'll let you know when prices change.
  • If your travel dates are flexible, book your trip for January when flights are typically cheapest and avoid October when prices are at their highest.
  • Flying on Saturday is usually the cheapest. Flights on Sunday cost about 19% more on average, so being flexible with your travel dates could help you save.
  • If arriving on time matters more than price, consider flying with one of the most punctual airlines on this route: Southern / Mokulele, United Airlines, Delta, Frontier and American Airlines.
  • If you're looking to save, Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) is the cheapest airport to fly into from Washington, D.C.. If you have onward travel, don't forget to factor in the cost of your journey by train, bus or domestic flight.
  • Start your trip in New York, which is the most popular destination in the United States. From there, it's easy to continue on to other popular destinations such as Las Vegas, Chicago and Orlando.
  • If you want the shortest trip, choose the nonstop route from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to the United States. If you'd rather save money, the route from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport via Bradford (BFD) is usually the cheapest.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from Washington, D.C. to the United States

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Washington, D.C. to the United States? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
8.0
SouthwestOverall score based on 4222 reviews
8.0Comfort
7.5Entertainment
8.1Boarding
7.0Food
8.6Crew
Airline reviews

Terrible, decided to delay our flight since another flight require a flight captain

2.0 MediocreChih Hsuan, Nov 2026
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Terrible, decided to delay our flight since another flight require a flight captain

staff and crew were great but the flight delays for the last few flights are insane. After a long day of work and you will get a notification of flights delay is not the message we want to see. And for some reason it keeps happening often this year.

I love southwest. I can not wait until all the planes convert to the upgraded planes. I love the charging option and the newer seats. Thank you from a very loyal Southwest customer.

My return flight was much better than the flight there! I paid for seat to Veagas but not the return. Thankgoodness they assigned me a seat with additional leg room as I have back and leg problems. I really appreciate it. With the flight already being super expensive due to gas prices and having to pay for bags (now) I needed to save some money.

It's a shame that SW was previously my preferred carrier until they started imposing all these fees (luggage, seats,etc) and pulling back on other perks. I only flew with them this time due to time frame I needed to be at destination. Wasn't provided gate info during check-in, Gate info wasn't displayed at airport until last minute, gate info didn't match what SW personnel announced at fate. Kind of a mess.

Haven’t flown on SW in years. Flight was on time departing and arriving. Served vegan butter onion flavored pretzels which were bad. Coke served was in a tiny paper cup. Crew was not engaging. Felt like they were going through the motions. Old plane, tight seats and no leg room.

No delays and arrived to destination 30 min early. Staff was super friendly.

Pretty standard flight. We left late, but arrived early. The wifi entertainment is always nice. The free snacks and beverages are simple, but appreciated. I'm tall and the seats are an issue. I can deal with a short flight, but any longer, I have to find another airline where I know beforehand I have extra legroom.

Awesome experience. No in-flight video or meal. Still do not like the boarding process.

On time, good crew, easy flight. Just like the old days!

We experienced delays in small increments that added up to more than an hour. At the gate, staff showed little concern and compared our delay with the inbound flight’s two-hour tarmac wait, which didn’t address our situation. Once onboard, the flight attendants seemed tired and unfriendly. I understand delays are frustrating for everyone, but passengers shouldn’t feel blamed for them. During the flight, a bright light above the emergency exit stayed on. It was concerning, and no one explained it or offered passengers the option to move. After landing, we waited about 30 minutes on the tarmac for a gate, then waited again for an agent to connect the plane to the terminal. From the Reagan gate staff to the cabin crew and RDU personnel, the service felt dismissive throughout. Overall, this was a stressful trip and a very disappointing customer-service experience

delayed take-off, then had to circle in air for awhile, wi-fi did not work, then the cabin got extremely hot multiple times and the luggage was at wrong carousel at LGA. In addition, plenty of overhead space so they checked bags too early. Horrible flight.

WiFi only works on about 75% of my Delta flights. I rarely fly SW, but their WiFi works 100% of the time and is easy to connect. On my DL flight from DCA to BNA today, I try to connect to WiFi for about 30 minutes, but I gave up. I have a lot of work to do, and I lost two hours today. Very frustrating.

I don't know why the crew decided to board 15 minutes early without informing anyone not at the gate. Why would you have the app send a notification that we're boarding on time, instead board early, and then rush me to the gate. Then have me check my carry-on when I specifically packed my bag as to not do so.

Long delays at both DCA and MSP; Crew did not keep us informed (or very little). Airplane was showing signs of heavy use (not up to Delta standards). Food options for Business Class have dropped in quality. After landing we sat on tarmac for maybe 25 minutes with no provided chance to use the bathroom and crew did not tell us what was going on or give an estimated time to expect to be at a gate.

Flight was delayed for about an hour but overall good experience

The gentleman at the gate I think his name is RIE was exceptional

This flight was no comparison to our prior flight. I'm thinking it all has to do with the age of the aircraft.

2 of the seats in row 31 the entertainment system was not working, and one seat the tray table did not go all the way down. Flight arrived early and departed on time which was great.

Waited at the usual crowded gate at DCA where one ends up standing up because there aren't enough seats.

I appreciate how quickly and kindly the people at the gate at DCA accommodated several of us who wanted to switch from the 6pm flight to the 5pm flight at the last minute. The flight crew was helpful to us too (dealing with luggage).

Terrible boarding - 4 flights boarded from the same gate. Chaos there; long ramps to the plane.

The couple in front of me were constantly talking over the announcement from the captain and this was annoying me.

Short. Nice quick flight, appreciated after Munich to DC leg.

This was a small aircraft (relatively) and we were delayed half an hour on takeoff, which is not the airlines fault.

Flight delayed over an hour with plane on runway because of weather in an area of the country we were not in or flying to.

Flight attendant incredibly rude. Stuck her finger in my drink and didn’t even have the courtesy to apologize.

The food was horrible. There was no. Wifi, and it was just terrible from bangkok to d. C

Crew was great. Seats are cramped and uncomfortable and I’m a small person.

the seat has a problem. the back had a hole.

I have generally had positive experiences with American Airlines (outside a handful of delayed flights), which is why I wanted to share this feedback constructively. On my recent flight, my travel experience was extremely uncomfortable because my seat mate significantly encroached into my assigned seat space for the duration of the flight. As a result, I was forced to sit partially sideways, with much of my shoulder and upper body extending into the aisle. Unfortunately, my back still hurts from maintaining that awkward position.I recognize that this is a sensitive and challenging issue for airlines and cabin crews to address. Everyone deserves to travel with dignity and respect, and I understand that individual circumstances can vary. However, fairness also requires that all passengers have reasonable access to the seat space they have paid for. When one passenger's use of space substantially impacts another passenger's ability to sit safely and comfortably, there should be a practical solution available.I appreciate the complexities involved, but I hope American Airlines will continue exploring ways to ensure that all passengers can travel comfortably and equitably. This experience detracted significantly from what should have been a routine flight.

Crew tried to accommodate late arrival due to late departure

I injured myself during my trip. The staff of American Airlines were very compassionate and empathic. They took additional steps to make my experience easier. Thank you!!

There was no ground crew at HSV gate when we arrived. The were busy with another arrival. We had to wait 20 mins for them to arrive and direct the plane to the gate. It took almost 45 mins to get my luggage. The luggage belt had 3 flights bags on it and the other 2 luggage belts were not being used. It looked like there was only 1 crew serving .3 arriving flights.

Liked: staff, no delays, Could use some improvement: Food, comfort, cleanliness, lack of chargers on the DCA -> DSM flight

It was close to its perfect the flake could be took off early, landed early, didn’t have to wait for my daughter stroller luggage came out quick, very efficient, very good flight

comfy and spacious seats for premium economy, nice flight attendants. only problem was the wifi did not work, and my entertainment screen was locked in Arabic language and all kids shows with no way of seemingly changing it. but the flight was fine and I arrived with no issues

Flight was delayed which isn’t the airline’s fault, but the communication around it was terrible. I left the lounge to show up at the gate to board at the time in my app, and the flight in front of mine was still boarding and the inbound plane hadn’t even taken off yet. Delays were slow to show up in my app. Improved communication could have let me have a more pleasant experience in the lounge vs waiting 1.5 hours at the gate.

Wifi was good on the flight from DCA to Dallas and terrible on the flight from Dallas to Tucson. The forward head in the flight from Dallas to Tucson was putrid smelling entirely urine soaked. The flight from DCA to Dallas was delayed by almost 30 min with a plane change.

Sat on tarmac at arrival at DFw for more than 30 min waiting for a gate.

On Frontier's website and on the app it clearly states that "Eligible active-duty U.S. military personnel and their accompanying spouse and children, when the service member is present and traveling on the same itinerary, will receive complimentary baggage benefits after successfully verifying their military status through ID.me" however, when checking in at the counter the attendant at the ticketing counter stated that it was only for the active duty service member, when I showed the attendant what it stated on the Frontier website and app she gave me an attitude but did change it eventually.

Airport staff was terrible, they made up excusses on how I can get to my terminal, I missed my flight then had to pay for A whole other flight! Worst experience ever, even A employee also loughed and said yea sorry for our poor training.

More inflight connection. And leg space is horrible. And the paying for baggage I'd ridiculous!!!

Frontier Airlines was AWFUL. I was an hour early for my flight and the lady refused to check me in. I had to purchase a whole new ticket with a different airline.

I missed a flight because of a delay. I had to buy a new ticket through Southwest.

Bag should not be so much money. This is how Frontier takes advantage of customers

Frontier is definitely a good option for people traveling light or on a budget - just remember to bring your own entertainment and your own headphones if you need them.

Never offer anything to drink ☹️ Flight delayed gate moved poor communication

It’s a cheap airline. I wish they had better seats.

Seats are cramped and very uncomfortable. You have to pay for everything and it is too expensive.

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