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Washington D.C..$117 per passenger.Departing Wed, 16 Apr, returning Wed, 23 Apr.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Fort Lauderdale International on Wed, 16 Apr, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Baltimore Washington International on Wed, 23 Apr, arriving in Fort Lauderdale International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $117, select.
Washington D.C..$119 per passenger.Departing Wed, 30 Apr, returning Sat, 3 May.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Fort Lauderdale International on Wed, 30 Apr, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Baltimore Washington International on Sat, 3 May, arriving in Fort Lauderdale International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $119, select.
Washington D.C..$136 per passenger.Departing Tue, 6 May, returning Mon, 12 May.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Fort Lauderdale International on Tue, 6 May, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Baltimore Washington International on Mon, 12 May, arriving in Fort Lauderdale International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $136, select.
Washington D.C..$171 per passenger.Departing Thu, 5 Jun, returning Tue, 10 Jun.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Fort Lauderdale International on Thu, 5 Jun, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Baltimore Washington International on Tue, 10 Jun, arriving in Fort Lauderdale International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $171, select.
Washington D.C..$172 per passenger.Departing Tue, 9 Sep, returning Tue, 16 Sep.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Fort Lauderdale International on Tue, 9 Sep, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Baltimore Washington International on Tue, 16 Sep, arriving in Fort Lauderdale International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $172, select.
Washington D.C..$172 per passenger.Departing Fri, 30 May, returning Mon, 2 Jun.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Fort Lauderdale International on Fri, 30 May, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Baltimore Washington International on Mon, 2 Jun, arriving in Fort Lauderdale International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $172, select.
Washington D.C..$188 per passenger.Departing Thu, 10 Apr, returning Mon, 9 Jun.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Fort Lauderdale International on Thu, 10 Apr, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Baltimore Washington International on Mon, 9 Jun, arriving in Fort Lauderdale International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $188, select.
Washington D.C..$227 per passenger.Departing Sat, 30 Aug, returning Wed, 3 Sep.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Fort Lauderdale International on Sat, 30 Aug, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Baltimore Washington International on Wed, 3 Sep, arriving in Fort Lauderdale International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $227, select.

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Fort Lauderdale to Washington D.C. flights are currently cheapest in April.
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Direct flights from Fort Lauderdale to Washington D.C.

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Fort Lauderdale to Washington D.C.: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$117
Cheapest month to flyApril
Average flight time2 hrs, 33 mins
Most popular airlineSouthwest Airlines
Average flights per week224

Finding cheap flights from Fort Lauderdale to Washington D.C.: 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.
The best price we found for a return flight from Fort Lauderdale to Washington D.C. is $117. 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.
2 hours and 33 minutes is the average flight time from Fort Lauderdale to Washington D.C..
Southwest Airlines, American Airlines and Alaska Airlines fly direct from Fort Lauderdale to Washington D.C..
As of April 2025, there are 224 flights per week flying from Fort Lauderdale to Washington D.C..
The cheapest month to fly from Fort Lauderdale to Washington D.C. is usually April 2025.
If you're flying from Fort Lauderdale, the cheapest airport near Washington D.C. is Baltimore Washington International – which is 43.6 km away from the centre of Washington D.C.. We've found flights into this airport from $117.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Fort Lauderdale to Washington D.C. on Wednesday, 16 April 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 33 minutes.
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.
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.
In April, the average temperature is usually around 12°C. July is typically the warmest month in Washington D.C., when it usually averages around 31°C. You can expect the least rain in February. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -4°C. The rainiest month is September.
The cheapest airline that flies to Washington D.C. is Spirit Airlines .

Travelling from Fort Lauderdale to Washington DC: what you need to know

  • Fort Lauderdale's main airport is Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL). Check out your options for departing from this base when searching for your flights from Fort Lauderdale to Washington DC.

  • Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) and Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) are the primary hubs in Washington DC.

  • On average, direct flights from Fort Lauderdale to Washington DC take 2 hours 33 minutes. Washington DC and Fort Lauderdale are in the same timezone (UTC-4), which means you won't have to adjust your watch after you arrive.

  • Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) is the most traveled route that connects these two cities. There are 56 weekly flights to choose from. If you have things to do before heading off, the last flight from Fort Lauderdale to Washington DC is with JetBlue Airways at 20:25. Choose the first FLL to IAD departure operated by JetBlue Airways at 05:30 if you're more of an early bird.

  • Leave enough time to make your flight from Fort Lauderdale to Washington DC. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Longer lines at security and check-in are likely if you're flying during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing room. A good rule of thumb for peak periods? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.

  • You don't need a visa or passport to travel within United States. You will need a valid form of identification however, like an ID card or driver's licence. Make sure they're on your packing list once you've found cheap flights from Fort Lauderdale to Washington DC.

Flying from Fort Lauderdale

Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)

  • You can reserve a direct flight from Fort Lauderdale to Washington DC taking off from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL). Set off from FLL and then touch down at any of these Washington DC airports:

    • Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)

    • Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

    • Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)

  • Pick from a variety of carriers offering direct flights from Fort Lauderdale to Washington DC leaving from FLL. Book your ticket with one of these:

  • A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a travel break — and perhaps even explore another city. When browsing flights from Fort Lauderdale to Washington DC departing from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Some popular options include:

    • Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)

    • Myrtle Beach International Airport (MYR)

    • Orlando International Airport (MCO)

  • Located around 8 kilometres from central Fort Lauderdale, FLL can be reached in approximately 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 27 minutes.

  • Need a handy hotel near Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Fort Lauderdale to Washington DC, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:

Arriving in Washington DC

Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)

  • Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) to central Washington DC is roughly 8 kilometres. It'll take you around 16 minutes to get to the centre driving.

  • When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 43 minutes.

  • If you're coming in on a late flight from Fort Lauderdale to Washington DC, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near DCA:

Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

How to find the cheapest flights from Fort Lauderdale to Washington DC

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Fort Lauderdale to Washington DC is $59. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $117. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares can change.

  • Get cheap tickets from Fort Lauderdale to Washington DC by booking 10 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.

  • Plan your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flight tickets from Fort Lauderdale to Washington DC. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.

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  • Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Fort Lauderdale to Washington DC.

Best time to go to Washington DC

  • May is the quietest month for flights from Fort Lauderdale to Washington DC, while July is the busiest. Find the ideal time to go to Washington DC based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.

  • Book your flight from Fort Lauderdale to Washington DC for July if you'd like to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Washington DC to range from 19ºC to 33ºC.

  • If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Fort Lauderdale to Washington DC in January when temperatures average between -6ºC and 10ºC.

More about Washington DC

  • When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Washington DC right here. Browse these hotels once you've booked your flight from Fort Lauderdale to Washington DC:

  • White House Historical Association and The White House are just two of the top-rated attractions to put on your Washington DC itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out National Mall.

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