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Cheap flights from New York to Washington, D.C. from £42

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 6/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
NYC — WAS
20 Aug — 27 Aug1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from New York to Washington, D.C. are usually found in April or July, booked 71 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Saturday and return on a Wednesday

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

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from New York (NYC) to Washington, D.C. (WAS). 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 15 August 2025.

Round-trip from

£95

One-way from

£42

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

£157

Good round-trip deal

£86 or less

Good one-way deal

£54 or less
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 10/9-12/9
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 45m total
  • New York to Washington, D.C.
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Spirit Airlines
  • Spirit Airlines
  • 6/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 5h 20m total
  • New York to Washington, D.C.
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 19% potential increase in price (£30 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£4 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 2025
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from New York (NYC) to Washington, D.C. (WAS).
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Cheapest flights from New York to Washington, D.C.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New York to Washington, D.C.. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 15 August 2025.

Wed 10/909:00EWR - DCA
Nonstop1h 28mUnited Airlines
Fri 12/906:00DCA - EWR
Nonstop1h 17mUnited Airlines
Deal found 14/8£95
Wed 10/914:59LGA - IAD
Nonstop1h 30mUnited Airlines
Fri 12/922:08IAD - LGA
Nonstop1h 22mUnited Airlines
Deal found 14/8£95
Thu 4/921:50JFK - DCA
Nonstop1h 51mDelta
Sun 7/906:05DCA - JFK
Nonstop1h 25mDelta
Deal found 14/8£95
Thu 4/906:00LGA - DCA
Nonstop1h 19mDelta
Mon 8/919:45DCA - LGA
Nonstop1h 22mDelta
Deal found 14/8£95
Wed 10/906:00EWR - IAD
Nonstop1h 19mUnited Airlines
Fri 12/906:20IAD - EWR
Nonstop1h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 14/8£95
Thu 4/908:35JFK - DCA
Nonstop1h 39mDelta
Mon 8/917:00DCA - JFK
Nonstop1h 39mDelta
Deal found 13/8£96
Thu 4/921:30JFK - DCA
Nonstop1h 26mJetBlue
Mon 8/917:42DCA - JFK
Nonstop1h 17mJetBlue
Deal found 14/8£97
Wed 24/908:15EWR - DCA
Nonstop1h 21mUnited Airlines
Fri 26/906:00DCA - EWR
Nonstop1h 18mUnited Airlines
Deal found 13/8£99
Thu 11/914:59LGA - IAD
Nonstop1h 30mUnited Airlines
Thu 18/922:08IAD - LGA
Nonstop1h 22mUnited Airlines
Deal found 14/8£100
Sat 20/909:00EWR - DCA
Nonstop1h 28mUnited Airlines
Sat 20/919:27DCA - EWR
Nonstop1h 33mUnited Airlines
Deal found 14/8£100
Fri 26/906:00LGA - IAD
Nonstop1h 32mUnited Airlines
Sun 28/908:21IAD - LGA
Nonstop1h 22mUnited Airlines
Deal found 14/8£100
Sat 30/816:50EWR - DCA
Nonstop1h 22mUnited Airlines
Sun 7/907:00DCA - EWR
Nonstop1h 17mUnited Airlines
Deal found 14/8£102

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New York

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Washington, D.C.

Route

Depart

Return

Price

NewarkWashington, D.C.

EWR - DCA

EWRDCA

Newark

Tue 23/9

20:00-21:36

Nonstop1h 36m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 26/9

06:00-07:18

Nonstop1h 18m

£95

New YorkWashington, D.C.

JFK - DCA

JFKDCA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 12/10

21:30-22:56

Nonstop1h 26m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 15/10

06:25-07:39

Nonstop1h 14m

£95

New YorkWashington, D.C.

JFK - DCA

JFKDCA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 12/9

22:00-23:41

Nonstop1h 41m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 15/9

17:00-18:39

Nonstop1h 39m

£95

NewarkWashington, D.C.

EWR - DCA

EWRDCA

Newark

Wed 15/10

08:30-09:58

Nonstop1h 28m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 17/10

06:00-07:18

Nonstop1h 18m

£95

New YorkWashington, D.C.

JFK - DCA

JFKDCA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 12/9

16:15-17:57

Nonstop1h 42m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 14/9

06:05-07:24

Nonstop1h 19m

£95

New YorkWashington, D.C.

JFK - DCA

JFKDCA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 27/9

21:30-22:56

Nonstop1h 26m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 4/10

06:15-07:26

Nonstop1h 11m

£95

NewarkWashington, D.C.

EWR - DCA

EWRDCA

Newark

Wed 15/10

08:30-09:58

Nonstop1h 28m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 18/10

11:03-12:20

Nonstop1h 17m

£95

New YorkWashington, D.C.

JFK - DCA

JFKDCA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 4/9

21:50-23:41

Nonstop1h 51m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 7/9

06:05-07:30

Nonstop1h 25m

£95

New YorkWashington, D.C.

JFK - DCA

JFKDCA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 12/11

13:29-14:50

Nonstop1h 21m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 15/11

16:55-18:14

Nonstop1h 19m

£95

NewarkWashington, D.C.

EWR - DCA

EWRDCA

Newark

Wed 26/11

07:00-08:29

Nonstop1h 29m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 29/11

07:00-08:21

Nonstop1h 21m

£95

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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Washington, D.C. from New York with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from New York to Washington, D.C.

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from New York to Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on 8 August 2025.

Booking 71 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from New York to Washington, D.C.. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Washington, D.C. (average of £599). Flying from New York to Washington, D.C. in July is currently the most expensive (average of £947). 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 NYC to WAS?

Find hourly flight availability from New York to Washington, D.C.. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 15 August 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from New York to Washington, D.C. in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 55% on the flight price compared to flying at midday, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from New York to Washington, D.C.?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from New York to Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on 10 August 2025.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their New York to Washington, D.C. flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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

Explore weekly flight availability from New York to Washington, D.C.. 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 15 August 2025.

The most flights from NYC to WAS are scheduled on a Thursday (120 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (62 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing Washington, D.C.

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Washington, D.C.. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Washington, D.C.. Reviews last updated 15 August 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with United Airlines from New York to Washington, D.C. have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,915 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Oct 2024

EWR - DEN

Terribly delayed flight, missed ongoing flight, hotel very downmarket Food voucher not accepted in hotel
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,915 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,915 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Oct 2024

EWR - DEN

Terribly delayed flight, missed ongoing flight, hotel very downmarket Food voucher not accepted in hotel

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New York to Washington, D.C.. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from New York to Washington, D.C. one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Spirit Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as £42. However, be on the lookout for offers from United Airlines and Delta, as they are both options that can get you from New York to Washington, D.C. for a low price.

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

    The most popular route from New York to Washington, D.C. is New York John F Kennedy Intl - Baltimore/Washington. You may also consider New York John F Kennedy Intl - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National or New York LaGuardia - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from New York to Washington, D.C. are China Airlines (80%), Aeromexico (67%) and Delta (64%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from New York to Washington, D.C.?

    The cheapest flight price from New York to Washington, D.C. is £95. On average you can expect to pay £102. The most popular route, (New York John F Kennedy Intl - Baltimore/Washington), can usually be booked for £164.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New York to Washington, D.C. 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 New York to Washington, D.C.?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Washington, D.C. (average of £599). Flying from New York to Washington, D.C. in July is currently the most expensive (average of £947). 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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