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

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

Below you can see the best deals on flights Washington, D.C. — New York City 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 31 October, from $78.

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

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Prices were found in the last 72 hours and may change — check the exact price when you continue.

When is the best time to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to New York City?

The price of a flight from Washington, D.C. to New York City changes depending on how far ahead you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, book around 28 days before departure, when the average ticket costs about $1,078. Fares also tend to climb as the departure date gets closer.

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

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

The route has direct flights — around 782 flights per week, flights are operated by United Airlines, Delta, American Airlines, Gulf Air and 8 more airlines, a nonstop flight takes about 55 min, the distance between the cities is around 328 km.

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

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328 kmDistance

55 minTravel time

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

The table shows direct flights from Washington, D.C. to New York City on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 55 min. Regular flights are operated by United Airlines, Delta, American Airlines and Gulf Air. Departures from Washington Dulles International Airport, Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport and Ronald Reagan National Airport airports, arrivals at John F. Kennedy International Airport, Newark Liberty International Airport and LaGuardia 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 Washington, D.C. — New York City by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from $78 in October, and the most expensive are around $200 in September. 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 Washington, D.C. to New York City by month. Tickets are usually cheapest in January (around $101) and priciest in June (about $149) — 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	$101	low	May	$137	high	Sep	$107	low
Feb	$101	low	Jun	$149	high	Oct	$119	medium
Mar	$113	medium	Jul	$149	high	Nov	$119	medium
Apr	$119	medium	Aug	$125	medium	Dec	$143	high

Some values are estimated based on seasonality.

When to fly

Weather in New York City: it is warmest in July (up to 30 °C on average) and coolest in January (around 5 °C). The driest month is October.

Tickets are usually cheapest in October and most expensive in September. 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 Washington, D.C. — New York City ticket

Book ahead: fares for Washington, D.C. — New York City 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.
Washington, D.C. is served by more than one airport — compare fares and travel time to each before you book.
The cheapest month to fly to New York City is usually October — 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 Washington, D.C. — New York City route are operated by 12 airlines; United Airlines runs the most flights (around 35% of all flights). Compare carriers, flight shares and schedules below.

United AirlinesUA
90x/week
WebsiteFleet: 956165M pax/year
- Direct flight DCA → EWR48x/week
  Duration
  1h 26m
  Days
  MTWTFSS
- Direct flight IAD → EWR23x/week
  Duration
  1h 24m
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  MTWTFSS
- Direct flight IAD → LGA19x/week
  Duration
  1h 23m
  Days
  MTWTFSS
34.5%Open →
DeltaDL
64x/week
WebsiteFleet: 986190M pax/year
- Direct flight DCA → LGA33x/week
  Duration
  1h 18m
  Days
  MTWTFSS
- Direct flight DCA → JFK16x/week
  Duration
  1h 23m
  Days
  MTWTFSS
- Direct flight IAD → JFK15x/week
  Duration
  1h 31m
  Days
  MTWTFSS
- Direct flight BWI → LGA1x/week
24.7%Open →
American AirlinesAA
57x/week
WebsiteFleet: 965211M pax/year
- Direct flight DCA → LGA32x/week
  Duration
  1h 27m
  Days
  MTWTFSS
- Direct flight DCA → HPN13x/week
  Duration
  1h 28m
  Days
  MTWTFSS
- Direct flight DCA → JFK12x/week
  Duration
  1h 30m
  Days
  MTWTFSS
21.7%Open →
Gulf AirGF
8x/week
WebsiteFleet: 426.2M pax/year
- Direct flight DCA → JFK8x/week
  Days
  MTWTFSS
3.1%Open →
Virgin AtlanticVS
7x/week
WebsiteFleet: 415.3M pax/year
- Direct flight DCA → JFK4x/week
  Duration
  1h 4m
  Days
  MTWTFSS
- Direct flight IAD → JFK3x/week
  Duration
  1h 30m
  Days
  MTWTFSS
2.6%Open →
WestJetWS
5x/week
WebsiteFleet: 15325M pax/year
- Direct flight DCA → LGA5x/week
  Days
  MTWTFSS
- Direct flight DCA → JFK1x/week
  Duration
  1h 8m
  Days
  MTWTFSS
1.9%Open →
JetBlueB6
5x/week
WebsiteFleet: 30742.5M pax/year
- Direct flight DCA → JFK5x/week
  Duration
  1h 11m
  Days
  MTWTFSS
1.8%Open →
Royal Air MarocAT
3x/week
WebsiteFleet: 507.5M pax/year
- Direct flight DCA → JFK3x/week
  Days
  MTWTFSS
1.3%Open →
Alaska AirlinesAS
3x/week
WebsiteFleet: 31545M pax/year
- Direct flight DCA → LGA3x/week
  Duration
  1h 16m
  Days
  MTWTFSS
1.2%Open →
AeromexicoAM
3x/week
WebsiteFleet: 15424.7M pax/year
- Direct flight IAD → JFK2x/week
- Direct flight DCA → JFK1x/week
  Days
  MTWTFSS
- Direct flight BWI → LGA1x/week
1.0%Open →
British AirwaysBA
2x/week
WebsiteFleet: 29243M pax/year
- Direct flight DCA → JFK2x/week
  Days
  MTWTFSS
0.6%Open →
All Nippon AirwaysNH
1x/week
WebsiteFleet: 21648M pax/year
- Direct flight IAD → LGA1x/week
  Days
  MTWTFSS
0.5%Open →

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

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

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Washington, D.C.

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

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New York City

NYC

United States

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

Departure airports

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

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

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

A nonstop Washington, D.C. — New York City flight takes about 55 min — the distance between the cities is around 328 km.

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

The distance from Washington, D.C. to New York City is about 328 km, which a nonstop flight covers in around 55 min.

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

Yes, there are nonstop flights Washington, D.C. — New York City — around 782 flights per week.

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

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

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

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

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

The price of a Washington, D.C. — New York City ticket depends on your travel date, season and demand: it is usually cheapest to fly in October, and most expensive in September. Tickets typically cost between $78 and $200. Check the current lowest fare and low-price calendar on this page.

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

Flights Washington, D.C. — New York City 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 October. Compare prices by month in the price trend chart on this page.

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

To catch a low fare Washington, D.C. — New York City, 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 October.

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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