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Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. to New York from £59

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 4/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
WAS — NYC
3 Jul — 10 Jul1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Washington, D.C. to New York are usually found in November or December, booked 73 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

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Cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to New York
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Washington, D.C. to New York. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 3 June 2026.

Fri 10/706:20
DCA
-
LGA
Nonstop1h 10m
Delta
Sat 11/711:40
LGA
-
DCA
Nonstop1h 25m
Delta
Deal found 1/6£117
Tue 23/622:05
IAD
-
LGA
Nonstop1h 25m
United Airlines
Wed 24/606:00
LGA
-
IAD
Nonstop1h 26m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/6£117
Mon 13/706:06
DCA
-
JFK
Nonstop1h 23m
Delta
Sat 18/721:20
JFK
-
DCA
Nonstop1h 39m
Delta
Deal found 2/6£117
Wed 15/711:44
DCA
-
LGA
Nonstop1h 24m
American Airlines
Wed 22/706:00
LGA
-
DCA
Nonstop1h 20m
American Airlines
Deal found 31/5£117
Wed 15/719:58
DCA
-
JFK
Nonstop1h 32m
American Airlines
Wed 22/709:30
JFK
-
DCA
Nonstop1h 29m
American Airlines
Deal found 31/5£117
Tue 30/617:20
IAD
-
LGA
Nonstop1h 27m
United Airlines
Tue 7/706:05
LGA
-
IAD
Nonstop1h 26m
United Airlines
Deal found 31/5£126
Wed 17/606:20
DCA
-
LGA
Nonstop1h 14m
Delta
Mon 22/606:05
LGA
-
DCA
Nonstop1h 17m
Delta
Deal found 1/6£128
Sun 21/622:05
IAD
-
LGA
Nonstop1h 25m
United Airlines
Tue 23/606:00
LGA
-
IAD
Nonstop1h 26m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/6£128
Wed 17/606:06
DCA
-
JFK
Nonstop1h 19m
Delta
Mon 22/621:40
JFK
-
DCA
Nonstop1h 41m
Delta
Deal found 1/6£128
Thu 27/808:15
DCA
-
LGA
Nonstop1h 18m
Delta
Thu 3/911:20
LGA
-
DCA
Nonstop1h 22m
Delta
Deal found 1/6£128
Mon 22/622:05
IAD
-
LGA
Nonstop1h 25m
United Airlines
Sat 27/614:51
LGA
-
IAD
Nonstop1h 44m
United Airlines
Deal found 29/5£128
Sat 5/906:20
DCA
-
JFK
Nonstop1h 09m
JetBlue
Wed 16/921:30
JFK
-
DCA
Nonstop1h 29m
JetBlue
Deal found 1/6£128

Find flight deals from Washington, D.C. to New York

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to New York (NYC). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 3 June 2026.

Round-trip from

£117

One-way from

£59

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

November

Average price

£156

Good round-trip deal

£161 or less

Good one-way deal

£79 or less
Delta
  • Delta
  • 30/7-1/8
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 01m total
  • Washington, D.C. to New York
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United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 18/8
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 18m total
  • Washington, D.C. to New York
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Washington, D.C. to New York that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 3 June 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

Washington, D.C.New York

DCA - LGA

DCALGA

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 23/6

08:15-09:33

Nonstop1h 18m

New York LaGuardia

Tue 30/6

08:50-10:15

Nonstop1h 25m

£117

Washington, D.C.New York

IAD - LGA

IADLGA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 9/7

22:05-23:30

Nonstop1h 25m

New York LaGuardia

Sat 11/7

06:00-07:26

Nonstop1h 26m

£117

Washington, D.C.New York

DCA - JFK

DCAJFK

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 10/7

06:06-07:29

Nonstop1h 23m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 20/7

21:20-22:59

Nonstop1h 39m

£117

Washington, D.C.Newark

IAD - EWR

IADEWR

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 10/7

06:33-07:52

Nonstop1h 19m

Newark

Mon 13/7

19:29-21:00

Nonstop1h 31m

£140

Washington, D.C.New York

DCA - LGA

DCALGA

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 30/11

20:30-21:49

Nonstop1h 19m

New York LaGuardia

Tue 8/12

17:00-18:32

Nonstop1h 32m

£140

Washington, D.C.New York

IAD - LGA

IADLGA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 29/6

08:19-09:48

Nonstop1h 29m

New York LaGuardia

Mon 6/7

06:05-07:31

Nonstop1h 26m

£140

Washington, D.C.New York

DCA - LGA

DCALGA

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 16/10

20:30-21:49

Nonstop1h 19m

New York LaGuardia

Sun 18/10

08:35-10:05

Nonstop1h 30m

£140

Washington, D.C.Newark

DCA - EWR

DCAEWR

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 29/6

16:25-17:58

Nonstop1h 33m

Newark

Thu 2/7

20:20-21:53

Nonstop1h 33m

£140

Washington, D.C.New York

DCA - LGA

DCALGA

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 13/8

19:40-21:04

Nonstop1h 24m

New York LaGuardia

Sun 16/8

08:50-10:15

Nonstop1h 25m

£140
Fastest return journey

Washington, D.C.New York

DCA - LGA

DCALGA

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 6/10

11:00-12:13

Nonstop1h 13m

New York LaGuardia

Fri 16/10

06:00-07:24

Nonstop1h 24m

£140

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Best time to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to New York

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Washington, D.C. to New York

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to New York?

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to New York (average of £48). Flying from Washington, D.C. to New York in June is currently the most expensive (average of £601). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from WAS to NYC?

Find hourly flight availability from Washington, D.C. to New York. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 3 June 2026.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Washington, D.C. to New York in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 46% on your trip compared to booking a flight at midday.

Weekly flight availability from Washington, D.C. to New York

Explore weekly flight availability from Washington, D.C. to New York. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 3 June 2026.

The most flights from WAS to NYC are scheduled on a Tuesday (119 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (36 on average).

How much does it cost for a return flight from Washington, D.C. to New York?

How often are flights from Washington, D.C. to New York delayed?

About 24% of weekly flights between Washington, D.C. and New York have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 120 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Washington, D.C. to New York flights?

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Saturday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Thursday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Washington, D.C. to New York flights?

Over the past year, United Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 20% of flights being delayed.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. to New York?

The best time to book flights from Washington, D.C. to New York is 70 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

    For as low as £117, Delta can have you in New York from Washington, D.C. in 1h 09m. The distance between Washington, D.C. and New York is about 212 mi. Most flights are nonstop.

  • What are the most popular routes from Washington, D.C. to New York?

    While some choose either Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Newark or Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - New York John F Kennedy Intl, Baltimore/Washington - Newark is the most popular route from Washington, D.C. to New York.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Washington, D.C. to New York?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Washington, D.C. to New York on time: Aeromexico (75%), Air France (73%), Republic Airways (71%).

  • Can I find deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to New York that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Washington, D.C. to New York flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Washington, D.C. to New York?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Washington, D.C. to New York.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Washington, D.C. to New York?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Washington, D.C. to New York by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to New York?

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to New York (average of £48). Flying from Washington, D.C. to New York in June is currently the most expensive (average of £601). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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