Cheap Flights to Washington D.C.

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Airports in Washington D.C.

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Frequently asked questions

There are 5 airports in Washington D.C.: Washington Ronald Reagan, Camp Springs Andrews AFB, Washington Dulles, Baltimore Washington International, and Manassas.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct to Washington D.C.. But we found flights with one or more stops from $1,275.
The cheapest month to fly to Washington D.C. is usually November.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Washington D.C. but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Australia and United States. Most routes have one or more stops.
The best price we found for a return flight to Washington D.C. is $1,275. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
The cheapest airport near Washington D.C. is Washington Ronald Reagan – which is 5.5 km away from the centre of Washington D.C.. We've found flights into this airport from $1,275.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that the cheapest date to fly to Washington D.C. is Friday, 7 November 2025.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Washington D.C. is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
The average temperature in Washington D.C. in May is around 17°C. The warmest month in Washington D.C. is typically July, which averages 31°C. The coolest month is January, with temperatures averaging -4°C. The rainiest month is September, and it usually rains the least in February.
Currently, Qantas offers the cheapest flight tickets to Washington D.C..

Flying to Washington D.C.

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$662
Cheapest month to flyJune

How to find cheap flights to Washington DC

  • Right now, $662 is the lowest price for a one-way flight to Washington DC. Or you can book a return plane ticket for $1,275.

  • Book at the perfect time with Price Alerts. You'll receive an email or a notification through the app when Washington DC ticket prices change.

  • To pick up cheap tickets to Washington DC, book six months ahead. That's the general recommendation for scoring the best bargains.

  • Expand your search for cheap Washington DC flights by selecting the 'Add nearby airports' option. You'll see fares for surrounding airports which could offer bigger savings.

  • Connecting flights can help you save, so search for Washington DC plane tickets that have a stop or two. After your results show up, select the 'Stops' filter to browse your options.

Best time to go to Washington DC

  • The cheapest month to get on a flight to Washington DC is usually May.

  • If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll help you find the cheapest month, and even day of the year, for Washington DC flights.

  • If you'd love to experience this city at its busiest, lock in your flights to Washington DC for February. Holidaying during peak seasons generally means there's more to see and do than at other times of the year.

  • May is the least busy time of year to travel if you're after a more laid-back vibe. You'll typically find cheaper prices on Washington DC plane tickets then.

  • With averages between 19ºC (66ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF), July is when Washington DC is at its warmest. Organise your visit around your preferred weather conditions to make the most of your trip.

  • Temperatures are at their lowest in January, when they range from -6ºC (21ºF) to 10ºC (50ºF).

Flying to Washington DC: what you need to know

Getting to central Washington DC from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)

Washington DC highlights

  • Hop off your flight to Washington DC and kick-start your adventure by visiting some of the city's main attractions:

    • White House Historical Association

    • The White House

    • National Mall

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