Cheap flights from New York City to Washington, D.C.

Flight deals from New York City to Washington, D.C.

Below you can see the best deals on flights New York City — Washington, D.C. for upcoming dates. Direct and connecting flights from various airlines — compare prices and choose the right ticket.

The lowest price for the next 2 months is on 5 October, from $89.

Top 10 cheap flights from New York City to Washington, D.C.

New York City — Washington, D.C.

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9 Sep 2026

1 h 30 m

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1 h 31 m

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New York City — Washington, D.C.

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11 Sep 2026

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11 Sep 2026

1 h 31 m

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11 Sep 2026

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About the New York City — Washington, D.C. flight

Looking for cheap flights from New York City to Washington, D.C.? Compare fares from different airlines, check the flight schedule and travel time — and book your New York City — Washington, D.C. ticket online at the best price.

The route has direct flights — around 805 flights per week, flights are operated by United Airlines, Delta, American Airlines, WestJet and 8 more airlines, a nonstop flight takes about 1 h 16 min, the distance between the cities is around 328 km.

Planning your trip? You may find our Washington, D.C. travel guide, how to get from the airport into town and Washington, D.C. weather forecast useful. To catch a low fare, use the low-price calendar and the monthly price chart on this page.

from $86Min. price

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328 kmDistance

1 h 16 minTravel time

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Flight schedule from New York City to Washington, D.C.

The table shows direct flights from New York City to Washington, D.C. on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 1 h 16 min. Regular flights are operated by United Airlines, Delta, American Airlines and WestJet. Departures from John F. Kennedy International Airport, Newark Liberty International Airport and LaGuardia Airport airports, arrivals at Washington Dulles International Airport, Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport and Ronald Reagan National Airport.

For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.

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Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for New York City — Washington, D.C. by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from $86 in February, and the most expensive are around $125 in July. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.

Prices by month

Average one-way fares from New York City to Washington, D.C. by month. Tickets are usually cheapest in January (around $157) and priciest in July (about $199) — use the table and chart below to pick the best time to fly.

Month	Average price	Level	Month	Average price	Level	Month	Average price	Level
Jan	$157	low	May	$187	high	Sep	$179	medium
Feb	$160	low	Jun	$193	high	Oct	$172	medium
Mar	$169	medium	Jul	$199	high	Nov	$163	low
Apr	$175	medium	Aug	$193	high	Dec	$161	low

Some values are estimated based on seasonality.

When to fly

Weather in Washington, D.C.: it is warmest in July (up to 32 °C on average) and coolest in January (around 7 °C). The driest month is October.

Tickets are usually cheapest in February and most expensive in July. Compare prices and weather by month in the charts below to pick the best time to fly.

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How to get the best deal on a New York City — Washington, D.C. ticket

Book ahead: fares for New York City — Washington, D.C. are usually lower 3–8 weeks before departure than at the last minute.
Play with your dates — Tuesday, Wednesday and Saturday departures are often cheaper than Friday and Sunday.
New York City is served by more than one airport — compare fares and travel time to each before you book.
The cheapest month to fly to Washington, D.C. is usually February — plan your trip around it if your dates are flexible.
Compare direct and connecting flights: nonstop is faster, while a connection is sometimes noticeably cheaper.
Watch the low-price calendar and the monthly price trend on this page — they make it easier to catch a good date.
Travelling light? Pick a cabin-baggage-only fare — tickets without checked luggage are noticeably cheaper.
Get to the airport in good time — about 2–3 hours before an international departure and roughly an hour before a domestic one.

Flights on the New York City — Washington, D.C. route are operated by 12 airlines; United Airlines runs the most flights (around 36% of all flights). Compare carriers, flight shares and schedules below.

United AirlinesUA
97x/week
WebsiteFleet: 956165M pax/year
- Direct flight EWR → DCA53x/week
  Duration
  1h 27m
  Days
  MTWTFSS
- Direct flight EWR → IAD24x/week
  Duration
  1h 24m
  Days
  MTWTFSS
- Direct flight LGA → IAD19x/week
  Duration
  1h 30m
  Days
  MTWTFSS
- Direct flight LGA → BWI1x/week
36.0%Open →
DeltaDL
62x/week
WebsiteFleet: 986190M pax/year
- Direct flight LGA → DCA32x/week
  Duration
  1h 34m
  Days
  MTWTFSS
- Direct flight JFK → IAD15x/week
  Duration
  1h 30m
  Days
  MTWTFSS
- Direct flight JFK → DCA15x/week
  Duration
  1h 36m
  Days
  MTWTFSS
23.2%Open →
American AirlinesAA
61x/week
WebsiteFleet: 965211M pax/year
- Direct flight LGA → DCA30x/week
  Duration
  1h 33m
  Days
  MTWTFSS
- Direct flight JFK → DCA15x/week
  Duration
  1h 32m
  Days
  MTWTFSS
- Direct flight HPN → DCA15x/week
  Duration
  1h 26m
  Days
  MTWTFSS
- Direct flight JFK → IAD1x/week
22.7%Open →
WestJetWS
14x/week
WebsiteFleet: 15325M pax/year
- Direct flight LGA → DCA12x/week
  Duration
  1h 33m
  Days
  MTWTFSS
- Direct flight JFK → IAD1x/week
- Direct flight JFK → DCA1x/week
5.3%Open →
JetBlueB6
5x/week
WebsiteFleet: 30742.5M pax/year
- Direct flight JFK → DCA5x/week
1.7%Open →
British AirwaysBA
4x/week
WebsiteFleet: 29243M pax/year
- Direct flight JFK → DCA4x/week
1.4%Open →
Alaska AirlinesAS
3x/week
WebsiteFleet: 31545M pax/year
- Direct flight LGA → DCA3x/week
  Duration
  1h 23m
  Days
  MTWTFSS
- Direct flight JFK → DCA1x/week
1.1%Open →
IberiaIB
2x/week
WebsiteFleet: 9224M pax/year
- Direct flight JFK → DCA2x/week
- Direct flight JFK → IAD1x/week
0.7%Open →
AviancaAV
2x/week
WebsiteFleet: 14032M pax/year
- Direct flight LGA → IAD1x/week
- Direct flight EWR → IAD1x/week
0.7%Open →
Virgin AtlanticVS
2x/week
WebsiteFleet: 415.3M pax/year
- Direct flight JFK → DCA1x/week
  Duration
  1h 41m
  Days
  MTWTFSS
- Direct flight JFK → IAD1x/week
0.6%Open →
Latam Airlines GroupLA
2x/week
WebsiteFleet: 34782M pax/year
- Direct flight JFK → DCA1x/week
  Duration
  1h 31m
  Days
  MTWTFSS
- Direct flight JFK → IAD1x/week
0.6%Open →
Royal Air MarocAT
1x/week
WebsiteFleet: 507.5M pax/year
- Direct flight JFK → DCA1x/week
0.5%Open →

Cities and airports on the New York City — Washington, D.C. route

Flights New York City — Washington, D.C. depart from John F. Kennedy International Airport, Newark Liberty International Airport, LaGuardia Airport and Westchester County Airport and arrive at Washington Dulles International Airport, Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport and Ronald Reagan National Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.

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New York City

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United States

About the city How to get there Weather All about the country United States

Arrival

Washington, D.C.

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United States

About the city How to get there Weather All about the country United States

Departure airports

John F. Kennedy International AirportJFK
About the airport
Newark Liberty International AirportEWR
About the airport
LaGuardia AirportLGA
About the airport
Westchester County AirportHPN
About the airport
New York Skyports Seaplane BaseNYS
About the airport

Arrival airports

Washington Dulles International AirportIAD
About the airport
Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall AirportBWI
About the airport
Ronald Reagan National AirportDCA
About the airport

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Frequently asked questions about the New York City — Washington, D.C. flight

How long is the flight from New York City to Washington, D.C.?

A nonstop New York City — Washington, D.C. flight takes about 1 h 16 min — the distance between the cities is around 328 km.

How far is it from New York City to Washington, D.C.?

The distance from New York City to Washington, D.C. is about 328 km, which a nonstop flight covers in around 1 h 16 min.

Are there direct flights from New York City to Washington, D.C.?

Yes, there are nonstop flights New York City — Washington, D.C. — around 805 flights per week.

Which airlines fly from New York City to Washington, D.C.?

Airlines operating New York City — Washington, D.C. include United Airlines, Delta, American Airlines, WestJet, JetBlue. See the full list with schedules in the "Airlines" section on this page.

Which airports do New York City — Washington, D.C. flights use?

Flights from New York City depart from John F. Kennedy International Airport, Newark Liberty International Airport, LaGuardia Airport, and arrive at Washington Dulles International Airport, Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport, Ronald Reagan National Airport. If a city has more than one airport, check which one your ticket uses before you travel.

How much is a ticket from New York City to Washington, D.C.?

The price of a New York City — Washington, D.C. ticket depends on your travel date, season and demand: it is usually cheapest to fly in February, and most expensive in July. Tickets typically cost between $86 and $125. Check the current lowest fare and low-price calendar on this page.

When is the best time to book flights New York City — Washington, D.C.?

Flights New York City — Washington, D.C. are usually cheaper when booked in advance — a few weeks before departure and away from peak dates; the most budget-friendly month to fly is February. Compare prices by month in the price trend chart on this page.

How can I find the cheapest flights from New York City to Washington, D.C.?

To catch a low fare New York City — Washington, D.C., book a few weeks in advance, keep your dates flexible, and compare airlines and connecting options. The low-price calendar and monthly price chart on this page show the cheapest days and months at a glance: the most budget-friendly month to fly is usually February.

How early should I arrive at the airport?

For international flights, plan to be at the airport about 2–3 hours before departure, and around an hour before a domestic flight. Allow extra time during busy travel seasons and at large hubs, where check-in and security lines can be longer.

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About the New York City — Washington, D.C. flight

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Flight schedule from New York City to Washington, D.C.

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When to fly

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