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Washington D.C..$140 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Apr, returning Wed, 2 Apr.Return flight with jetBlue.Outbound direct flight with jetBlue departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Tue, 1 Apr, arriving in Washington Ronald Reagan.Inbound direct flight with jetBlue departs from Washington Ronald Reagan on Wed, 2 Apr, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From $140, select.
Washington D.C..$145 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Apr, returning Sat, 10 May.Return flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from New York LaGuardia on Tue, 1 Apr, arriving in Washington Ronald Reagan.Inbound direct flight with Delta departs from Washington Ronald Reagan on Sat, 10 May, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From $145, select.
Washington D.C..$145 per passenger.Departing Sat, 29 Mar, returning Tue, 15 Apr.Return flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from New York LaGuardia on Sat, 29 Mar, arriving in Washington Ronald Reagan.Inbound direct flight with Delta departs from Washington Ronald Reagan on Tue, 15 Apr, arriving in New York LaGuardia.Price includes taxes and charges.From $145, select.
Washington D.C..$145 per passenger.Departing Tue, 25 Mar, returning Sat, 29 Mar.Return flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from New York LaGuardia on Tue, 25 Mar, arriving in Washington Ronald Reagan.Inbound direct flight with Delta departs from Washington Ronald Reagan on Sat, 29 Mar, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From $145, select.
Washington D.C..$145 per passenger.Departing Sat, 3 May, returning Sat, 3 May.Return flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Sat, 3 May, arriving in Washington Ronald Reagan.Inbound direct flight with Delta departs from Washington Ronald Reagan on Sat, 3 May, arriving in New York LaGuardia.Price includes taxes and charges.From $145, select.
Washington D.C..$145 per passenger.Departing Tue, 14 Oct, returning Tue, 14 Oct.Return flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Tue, 14 Oct, arriving in Washington Ronald Reagan.Inbound direct flight with Delta departs from Washington Ronald Reagan on Tue, 14 Oct, arriving in New York LaGuardia.Price includes taxes and charges.From $145, select.
Washington D.C..$146 per passenger.Departing Wed, 27 Aug, returning Wed, 27 Aug.Return flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from New York LaGuardia on Wed, 27 Aug, arriving in Washington Ronald Reagan.Inbound direct flight with Delta departs from Washington Ronald Reagan on Wed, 27 Aug, arriving in New York LaGuardia.Price includes taxes and charges.From $146, select.
Washington D.C..$146 per passenger.Departing Sat, 6 Sep, returning Wed, 10 Sep.Return flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Sat, 6 Sep, arriving in Washington Ronald Reagan.Inbound direct flight with Delta departs from Washington Ronald Reagan on Wed, 10 Sep, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From $146, 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 New York to Washington D.C. flights are currently cheapest in April.
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Direct flights from New York to Washington D.C.

Alternative New York to Washington D.C. routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from New York to Washington D.C.? You could fly into the following airports instead.

New York to Washington D.C.: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$140
Cheapest month to flyApril
Average flight time1 hr, 30 mins
Most popular airlineRepublic Airways
Average flights per week1,812

Finding cheap flights from New York 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 New York to Washington D.C. is $140. 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.
1 hour and 29 minutes is the average flight time from New York to Washington D.C..
Republic Airways, WestJet and United fly direct from New York to Washington D.C..
As of March 2025, there are 1,812 flights per week flying from New York to Washington D.C..
The cheapest month to fly from New York to Washington D.C. is usually March 2025.
If you're flying from New York, 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 $140.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from New York to Washington D.C. on Tuesday, 1 April 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 29 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 March, the average temperature is usually around 6°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 jetBlue .

Flying from New York to Washington DC: what you need to know

  • Begin your travels at one of New York's main airports, Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) or John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). Check out your options for booking a flight from New York to Washington DC taking off from either of these.

  • The primary gateways to Washington DC are Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) and Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD).

  • A direct flight from New York to Washington DC takes an average of 1 hour 28 minutes. Washington DC's timezone is UTC-4 — the same as New York.

  • Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) is the most popular route between these two cities. There are 445 weekly flights to pick from. If you prefer starting your day later, the last flight from New York to Washington DC is with United Airlines at 21:00. Go for the first EWR to DCA departure with United Airlines at 06:00 if you're more of an early bird.

  • Give yourself plenty of time to catch your flight from New York to Washington DC. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Travelling during a peak period like a bank holiday? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. Give yourself extra leeway and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.

  • You don't need your passport or a visa to fly within United States. You will need a valid identity document though, such as a driver's licence or ID card. Put them on your packing list once you've booked your cheap flights from New York to Washington DC.

Flying from New York

Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)

  • You can book a direct flight from New York to Washington DC departing from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR). Set out from EWR, and then land at Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) or Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD).

  • When taking off from EWR, you can take a direct flight from New York to Washington DC with United Airlines.

  • A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling — and perhaps even explore a different city. When searching for flights from New York to Washington DC departing from Newark Liberty International Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Some popular options include:

    • Theodore Francis Green Memorial State Airport (PVD)

    • Norfolk International Airport (ORF)

    • Logan International Airport (BOS)

  • Travelling from central New York to EWR takes around 1 hour and 11 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 24 kilometres in 28 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • After a hassle-free start to your travels? Stay near Newark Liberty International Airport. Whether you're taking an early flight from New York to Washington DC or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:

John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

  • John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) operates direct flights from New York to Washington DC. Here's where your plane could land:

    • Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)

    • Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

    • Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)

  • When setting off from JFK, you can pick from a range of airlines that have direct flights from New York to Washington DC. Book your favourite window (or aisle) seat with any of these:

  • Break up your flight from New York to Washington DC with a stop so you can freshen up or tick another place off your list. Some top stopovers between Newark Liberty International Airport and Washington DC include:

    • Theodore Francis Green Memorial State Airport (PVD)

    • Norfolk International Airport (ORF)

    • Logan International Airport (BOS)

  • JFK is around 48 kilometres from central New York. It takes 48 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes.

  • Start your holiday sooner with an additional night away from home. Before your flight from New York to Washington DC, take things easy in one of these hotels close to John F. Kennedy International Airport:

Arriving in Washington DC

Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)

  • Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) to central Washington DC is approximately 8 kilometres. It takes around 16 minutes to reach the centre driving.

  • If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 43 minutes.

  • Book a hotel near DCA if you have a late flight from New York to Washington DC. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:

Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Washington DC

  • The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from New York to Washington DC is $73. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $140. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares may change.

  • Book 9 months before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from New York to Washington DC.

  • The cheapest month for flight tickets from New York to Washington DC is May. You can easily compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool to find the dates with the lowest fares.

  • Sign into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. You'll be notified straight away if there's a cheaper deal on this route. It doesn't take long, and it'll save you from looking for cheap tickets from New York to Washington DC every day.

  • Play around with filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from New York to Washington DC, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.

Best time to go to Washington DC

  • July is the busiest month for flights from New York to Washington DC. To avoid the crowds, go to Washington DC in May.

  • The warmest month in Washington DC is July, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC and 33ºC. Book your flights from New York to Washington DC in this month if this is the type of weather you like.

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

More about Washington DC

  • When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Washington DC right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from New York to Washington DC:

  • Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. White House Historical Association, The White House and National Mall are attractions you won't want to skip in Washington DC.

Complete your Washington DC trip with a car rental

  • Check out our lineup of car rentals once you've booked your hotel and cheap flight from New York to Washington DC. Whether you're searching for an SUV, a compact ride or something more luxurious, you can compare companies in one go to find the perfect deal.

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