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

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Apr

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Frequently Asked Questions

When are flight tickets from New York (NYC) to Washington D.C. (WAS) the cheapest?

Airlines adjust prices for flights from New York to Washington D.C. based on the departure date and time of your selection. By analyzing data from all airlines, we've discovered that on Trip.com, you can find the lowest flight prices on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays.
How much do flights from New York (NYC) to Washington D.C. (WAS) cost?

According to Trip.com's data, the lowest price is around $148.
How long does it take to fly from New York (NYC) to Washington D.C. (WAS) and what is the distance?

It takes around 2 hours 15 minutes to fly from New York (NYC) to Washington D.C. (WAS).
What are the most popular airlines that fly from New York (NYC) to Washington D.C. (WAS)?

Airlines with flights from New York (NYC) to Washington D.C. (WAS): United Airlines, Alaska Airlines, KLM, Air France, Aerolineas Argentinas, Virgin Atlantic, avianca, British Airways, ITA Airways, Japan Airlines, TAP Air Portugal and Gol Linhas Aereas Inteligentes.

How to find a cheap flight from New York to Washington D.C.

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Be flexible with your travel dates to get the cheapest New York to Washington D.C. ticket.

Tap "Date" in the flight search bar to browse the calendar and find airfare from New York to Washington D.C. for the next six months in 2025. If you're looking to fly within the next three months, the lowest fare is $21 for a one-way ticket on Fri, May 2.

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Flight Info | New York to Washington D.C.

Cheapest one-way flight price	$21
Cheapest round-trip ticket price	$40
Off-season for travel	May
Peak season for travel	December
Flight distance	332.43 km
Average flight time	2 hours 15 minutes
Popular airline	United Airlines