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Cheap flights from New York to Washington, D.C. from £61

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 25/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
NYC — WAS
2 Jul — 9 Jul1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from New York to Washington, D.C. are usually found in April or March, booked 31 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Tuesday 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 27 June 2025.

Round-trip from

£94

One-way from

£61

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

£184

Good round-trip deal

£96 or less

Good one-way deal

£75 or less
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 17/7-20/7
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 51m total
  • New York to Washington, D.C.
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Southwest
  • Southwest
  • 25/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 8h 45m total
  • New York to Washington, D.C.
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 16% potential increase in price (£24 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 June 2025
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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 27 June 2025.

Thu 17/715:59EWR - DCA
Nonstop1h 29mUnited Airlines
Sun 20/707:00DCA - EWR
Nonstop1h 22mUnited Airlines
Deal found 25/6£94
Thu 24/706:00LGA - IAD
Nonstop1h 27mUnited Airlines
Thu 31/722:15IAD - LGA
Nonstop1h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 26/6£94
Thu 17/721:44JFK - DCA
Nonstop1h 51mDelta
Mon 21/706:05DCA - JFK
Nonstop1h 24mDelta
Deal found 26/6£94
Thu 17/706:00LGA - DCA
Nonstop1h 19mDelta
Mon 21/719:40DCA - LGA
Nonstop1h 22mDelta
Deal found 26/6£94
Thu 17/706:00EWR - IAD
Nonstop1h 20mUnited Airlines
Wed 23/706:15IAD - EWR
Nonstop1h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 26/6£94
Mon 17/1121:40JFK - DCA
Nonstop1h 14mJetBlue
Wed 19/1106:00DCA - JFK
Nonstop1h 09mJetBlue
Deal found 25/6£95
Mon 4/806:30LGA - DCA
1 stop7h 55mSouthwest
Tue 5/815:35DCA - LGA
1 stop7h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 25/6£114
Sat 9/821:00EWR - BWI
1 stop10h 39mSpirit Airlines
Sat 16/814:30BWI - EWR
1 stop6h 30mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 25/6£124
Wed 23/706:00EWR - DCA
1 stop5h 34mDelta
Wed 30/709:39DCA - EWR
1 stop6h 16mDelta
Deal found 25/6£129
Wed 12/1106:00EWR - IAD
1 stop5h 53mDelta
Sat 15/1117:50IAD - EWR
1 stop5h 13mDelta
Deal found 26/6£129
Mon 14/709:00JFK - DCA
Nonstop1h 39mAmerican Airlines
Thu 17/719:06DCA - JFK
Nonstop1h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 25/6£144
Thu 17/706:05LGA - DCA
1 stop4h 09mAmerican Airlines
Mon 21/708:59DCA - LGA
Nonstop1h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 26/6£145

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Customise your flight search to find flights from New York to Washington, D.C. 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 27 June 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New York to Washington, D.C. that are best for you.

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New York

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Washington, D.C.

Route

Depart

Return

Price

NewarkWashington, D.C.

EWR - DCA

EWRDCA

Newark

Thu 17/7

15:59-17:28

Nonstop1h 29m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 20/7

07:00-08:22

Nonstop1h 22m

£94

New YorkWashington, D.C.

JFK - DCA

JFKDCA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 17/7

21:44-23:35

Nonstop1h 51m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 21/7

06:05-07:29

Nonstop1h 24m

£94

New YorkWashington, D.C.

LGA - IAD

LGAIAD

New York LaGuardia

Thu 24/7

06:00-07:27

Nonstop1h 27m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 31/7

22:15-23:39

Nonstop1h 24m

£94

New YorkWashington, D.C.

LGA - DCA

LGADCA

New York LaGuardia

Thu 17/7

21:25-22:59

Nonstop1h 34m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 21/7

19:40-21:02

Nonstop1h 22m

£94

NewarkWashington, D.C.

EWR - IAD

EWRIAD

Newark

Thu 17/7

06:00-07:20

Nonstop1h 20m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 23/7

06:15-07:29

Nonstop1h 14m

£94

New YorkWashington, D.C.

JFK - DCA

JFKDCA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 17/11

21:40-22:54

Nonstop1h 14m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 19/11

06:00-07:09

Nonstop1h 09m

£95

New YorkWashington, D.C.

LGA - DCA

LGADCA

New York LaGuardia

Mon 4/8

06:30-14:25

1 stop7h 55m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 5/8

15:35-23:00

1 stop7h 25m

£114

NewarkBaltimore

EWR - BWI

EWRBWI

Newark

Sat 9/8

21:00-07:39

1 stop10h 39m

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 16/8

14:30-21:00

1 stop6h 30m

£124

NewarkWashington, D.C.

EWR - DCA

EWRDCA

Newark

Wed 23/7

06:00-11:34

1 stop5h 34m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 30/7

09:39-15:55

1 stop6h 16m

£129

NewarkWashington, D.C.

EWR - IAD

EWRIAD

Newark

Wed 12/11

06:00-11:53

1 stop5h 53m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 15/11

17:50-23:03

1 stop5h 13m

£129

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

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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 20 June 2025.

Booking 31 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 27 June 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from New York to Washington, D.C. in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 37% 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 22 June 2025.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their New York to Washington, D.C. flight should consider departing on Saturday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday afternoons 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 27 June 2025.

The most flights from NYC to WAS are scheduled on a Thursday (119 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (66 on average).

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

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 27 June 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest, andDelta 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.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
10,000 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
10,000 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very Good
4,276 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
10,000 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very Good
7,963 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
10,000 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,595 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
10,000 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,838 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
10,000 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

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  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from New York to Washington, D.C. round-trip?

    According to our current data, United Airlines (£94), Delta (£94), and JetBlue (£95) offers the cheapest pricing from New York to Washington, D.C.. You may be able to fly from New York to Washington, D.C. for 45% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Southwest, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as £61. However, be on the lookout for offers from Delta and Spirit Airlines, 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 Newark - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl. You may also consider New York John F Kennedy Intl - Baltimore/Washington or New York John F Kennedy Intl - 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 SkyWest Airlines (91%), LATAM Airlines (79%) and China Airlines (78%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from New York to Washington, D.C. is £54. On average you can expect to pay £198. The most popular route, (Newark - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl), can usually be booked for £259.

  • 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.

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    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..

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    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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