Flights New York City — Washington, D.C.

Q: Which airlines fly this route?

More than 15 carriers operate on this route, including American Airlines, Delta, United, and JetBlue. There are approximately 268 flights per week.

Cheap flights New York City — Washington, D.C.

Below you can see the best deals on flights New York City — Washington, D.C. for upcoming dates. Direct and connecting flights from various airlines — compare prices and choose the right ticket.

The lowest price for the next 2 months is on 21 July, from AED 285.

Top 10 cheap flights New York City — Washington, D.C.

Direct flights New York City — Washington, D.C.

Direct flight options for New York City — Washington, D.C. with no stopovers on upcoming dates. A direct flight is faster and more convenient — especially when travelling with luggage or children.

The fastest direct flight takes around 1 h 16 min.

Top 10 direct flights New York City — Washington, D.C.

About the New York City — Washington, D.C. flight

On this page, you can find and purchase flights from New York to Washington, D.C. A short distance of 328 km and a high frequency of flights—around 268 departures weekly—make it easy to find the perfect option for business or leisure travel.

Flights on this route are operated by JetBlue, United Airlines, and Delta Air Lines. Ticket prices vary by season, so we recommend using the price trend chart to find the best deals and checking information on how to get to the airport in New York and how to get from the airport to downtown Washington.

Return route:return route: flights Washington, D.C. → New York City

Flight schedule New York City — Washington, D.C.

The table shows direct flights New York City → Washington, D.C. on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 1 h 16 min. Regular flights are operated by United Airlines, Delta, American Airlines and WestJet. Departures from John F. Kennedy International Airport, Newark Liberty International Airport and LaGuardia Airport airports, arrivals at Washington Dulles International Airport, Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport and Ronald Reagan National Airport.

For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.

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Flight ticket prices by day: New York City — Washington, D.C.

Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for New York City — Washington, D.C. by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 285 in y, and the most expensive are around AED 1,352 in a. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.

Prices by month

New York City → Washington, D.C., average one-way price

Month	Average price	Level	Month	Average price	Level	Month	Average price	Level
Jan	AED 654	low	May	AED 780	high	Sep	AED 745	medium
Feb	AED 664	low	Jun	AED 805	high	Oct	AED 715	medium
Mar	AED 704	medium	Jul	AED 830	high	Nov	AED 679	low
Apr	AED 730	medium	Aug	AED 805	high	Dec	AED 669	low

Some values are estimated based on seasonality.

When to fly

The warmest month in Washington, D.C. is July, with an average high of 31.5°C, which is also when the city sees the most rainfall. The coldest weather occurs in January, when the minimum temperature drops to -0.8°C.

From a budget perspective, July is considered the most affordable time to fly, with ticket prices starting AED 286. Peak pricing is seen in May, when minimum fares rise AED 1,353.

September is an ideal month for a trip: temperatures remain comfortable at around 26°C, and tickets are available AED 286. It is best to avoid flying in May due to a sharp seasonal increase in prices.

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How to get the best deal on a New York City — Washington, D.C. ticket

Book your tickets 3–4 weeks before departure to secure the best deals, which start AED 286 on this route.
Try to choose flights from Tuesday to Thursday, as mid-week tickets are usually cheaper than departures during Friday or Sunday peak times.
Consider baggage rules: on short routes, JetBlue and United often offer hand-luggage-only fares, which are cost-effective if you don't need checked bags.
Monitor the price trend chart on this page to identify seasonal price drops and save on your flight.

Airlines

Major US carriers operate on this route, including American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, and United Airlines, providing the bulk of the 268 weekly flights. Most of these are direct flights, which helps minimize travel time between the cities. To choose a convenient departure time and view the detailed weekly schedule, use the interactive list below.

United AirlinesUA
97x/week
WebsiteFleet: 956165M pax/year
- Direct flight EWR → DCA53x/week
  Duration
  1h 24m
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  un,MonS
- Direct flight EWR → IAD24x/week
  Duration
  1h 23m
  Days
  un,MonS
- Direct flight LGA → IAD19x/week
  Duration
  1h 31m
  Days
  un,MonS
- Direct flight LGA → BWI1x/week
36.0%Open →
DeltaDL
62x/week
WebsiteFleet: 986190M pax/year
- Direct flight LGA → DCA32x/week
  Duration
  1h 30m
  Days
  un,MonS
- Direct flight JFK → IAD15x/week
  Duration
  1h 25m
  Days
  un,MonS
- Direct flight JFK → DCA15x/week
  Duration
  1h 32m
  Days
  un,MonS
23.2%Open →
American AirlinesAA
61x/week
WebsiteFleet: 965211M pax/year
- Direct flight LGA → DCA30x/week
  Duration
  1h 31m
  Days
  un,MonS
- Direct flight JFK → DCA15x/week
  Duration
  1h 32m
  Days
  un,MonS
- Direct flight HPN → DCA15x/week
  Duration
  1h 25m
  Days
  un,MonS
- Direct flight JFK → IAD1x/week
22.7%Open →
WestJetWS
14x/week
WebsiteFleet: 15325M pax/year
- Direct flight LGA → DCA12x/week
  Duration
  1h 32m
  Days
  un,MonS
- Direct flight JFK → IAD1x/week
  Duration
  1h 29m
  Days
  un,MonS
- Direct flight JFK → DCA1x/week
  Duration
  1h 41m
  Days
  un,MonS
5.3%Open →
JetBlueB6
5x/week
WebsiteFleet: 30742.5M pax/year
- Direct flight JFK → DCA5x/week
1.7%Open →
British AirwaysBA
4x/week
WebsiteFleet: 29243M pax/year
- Direct flight JFK → DCA4x/week
  Duration
  1h 19m
  Days
  un,MonS
1.4%Open →
Alaska AirlinesAS
3x/week
WebsiteFleet: 31545M pax/year
- Direct flight LGA → DCA3x/week
  Duration
  1h 25m
  Days
  un,MonS
- Direct flight JFK → DCA1x/week
1.1%Open →
IberiaIB
2x/week
WebsiteFleet: 9224M pax/year
- Direct flight JFK → DCA2x/week
- Direct flight JFK → IAD1x/week
0.7%Open →
AviancaAV
2x/week
WebsiteFleet: 14032M pax/year
- Direct flight LGA → IAD1x/week
  Duration
  1h 28m
  Days
  un,MonS
- Direct flight EWR → IAD1x/week
  Days
  un,MonS
0.7%Open →
Virgin AtlanticVS
2x/week
WebsiteFleet: 415.3M pax/year
- Direct flight JFK → DCA1x/week
  Duration
  1h 41m
  Days
  un,MonS
- Direct flight JFK → IAD1x/week
0.6%Open →
Latam Airlines GroupLA
2x/week
WebsiteFleet: 34782M pax/year
- Direct flight JFK → DCA1x/week
  Duration
  1h 41m
  Days
  un,MonS
- Direct flight JFK → IAD1x/week
0.6%Open →
Royal Air MarocAT
1x/week
WebsiteFleet: 507.5M pax/year
- Direct flight JFK → DCA1x/week
0.5%Open →

Cities and airports on the New York City — Washington, D.C. route

Flights New York City — Washington, D.C. depart from John F. Kennedy International Airport, Newark Liberty International Airport, LaGuardia Airport and Westchester County Airport and arrive at Washington Dulles International Airport, Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport and Ronald Reagan National Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.

Departure

New York City

NYC

United States

About the city How to get there Weather All about the country United States

Arrival

Washington, D.C.

WAS

United States

About the city How to get there Weather All about the country United States

Departure airports

John F. Kennedy International AirportJFK
About the airport
Newark Liberty International AirportEWR
About the airport
LaGuardia AirportLGA
About the airport
Westchester County AirportHPN
About the airport
New York Skyports Seaplane BaseNYS
About the airport

Arrival airports

Washington Dulles International AirportIAD
About the airport
Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall AirportBWI
About the airport
Ronald Reagan National AirportDCA
About the airport

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Frequently asked questions about the New York City — Washington, D.C. flight

How long is the flight from New York to Washington, D.C.?

A direct flight takes about 1 hour. The air distance between the cities is only 328 km, making it a very quick trip.

Which airlines fly this route?

More than 15 carriers operate on this route, including American Airlines, Delta, United, and JetBlue. There are approximately 268 flights per week.

Are there direct flights between the cities?

Yes, there is frequent direct air service between New York and Washington, with flights departing several times an hour throughout the day.

Which airport do the flights arrive at?

Flights from New York typically arrive at Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) or Dulles International Airport (IAD).

How much does the cheapest ticket cost?

Prices change constantly based on the season and demand. You can always check the current minimum for specific dates in the low-price calendar on this page.

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