Flights Washington, D.C. — New York City

Q: Which airlines fly this route?

Regular flights are operated by United Airlines, Delta Air Lines, American Airlines, JetBlue, and other carriers. In total, there are about 20 different airlines on the route.

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

Below you can see the best deals on flights Washington, D.C. — New York City 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 14 July, from AED 289.

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

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

Direct flight options for Washington, D.C. — New York City 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 is operated by JetBlue — travel time is 1 h 9 min.

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

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

On this page, you can find and book flights from Washington, D.C. to New York. The distance between the cities is only 328 km, and high flight frequency is ensured by approximately 261 flights per week.

Flights are operated by the largest U.S. carriers, including United Airlines, Delta Air Lines, and American Airlines. Ticket prices are dynamic, so we recommend using the price trends chart and the low-fare calendar to find the best deal. You can find more details about transfers in the sections on how to get to Washington's airports and how to get from New York's airports.

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

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

The table shows direct flights Washington, D.C. → New York City on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 1 h 11 min. Regular flights are operated by United Airlines, Delta, American Airlines and Gulf Air. Departures from Washington Dulles International Airport, Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport and Ronald Reagan National Airport airports, arrivals at John F. Kennedy International Airport, Newark Liberty International Airport and LaGuardia 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: Washington, D.C. — New York City

Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Washington, D.C. — New York City by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 287 in F, and the most expensive are around AED 415 in r. 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

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

Month	Average price	Level	Month	Average price	Level	Month	Average price	Level
Jan	AED 428	low	May	AED 579	high	Sep	AED 453	low
Feb	AED 428	low	Jun	AED 629	high	Oct	AED 503	medium
Mar	AED 478	medium	Jul	AED 629	high	Nov	AED 503	medium
Apr	AED 503	medium	Aug	AED 528	medium	Dec	AED 604	high

Some values are estimated based on seasonality.

When to fly

The warmest time to visit is July, with an average temperature of 29.6°C, although this is also the rainiest month. January sees the lowest temperatures, dropping to -2.2°C, with about 21 dry days.

The most affordable flights for this route are offered in July and August, with prices starting AED 286. Peak pricing is seen in June, with a minimum fare starting AED 402, as well as at the beginning of the year.

September is considered the optimal choice for flying: the temperature remains comfortable at around 24.3°C, while ticket prices stay at around AED 286. It’s best to avoid the winter months due to frost and frequent precipitation.

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

Book in advance: On such a short and popular route, the best prices are usually available 3–4 weeks before departure.
Watch for promotions: Low-cost carriers and legacy airlines often compete, offering tickets AED 286 during periods of low demand.
Use our site's tools: The price trends chart and low-fare calendar will help you quickly find the most favorable dates within a month.
Check baggage policies: For a 328 km flight, many travelers choose hand-luggage-only fares, which significantly reduces the final ticket cost.

Airlines

More than 15 carriers operate on the flight route from Washington to New York, with Delta Air Lines, United Airlines, and American Airlines being the key players. Approximately 261 flights are operated weekly, including regular direct flights, making this one of the busiest routes. Detailed information on departure times and route options can be found in the list below.

United AirlinesUA
90x/week
WebsiteFleet: 956165M pax/year
- Direct flight DCA → EWR48x/week
  Duration
  1h 25m
  Days
  un,MonS
- Direct flight IAD → EWR23x/week
  Duration
  1h 26m
  Days
  un,MonS
- Direct flight IAD → LGA19x/week
  Duration
  1h 27m
  Days
  un,MonS
34.5%Open →
DeltaDL
64x/week
WebsiteFleet: 986190M pax/year
- Direct flight DCA → LGA33x/week
  Duration
  1h 20m
  Days
  un,MonS
- Direct flight DCA → JFK16x/week
  Duration
  1h 25m
  Days
  un,MonS
- Direct flight IAD → JFK15x/week
  Duration
  1h 38m
  Days
  un,MonS
- Direct flight BWI → LGA1x/week
24.7%Open →
American AirlinesAA
57x/week
WebsiteFleet: 965211M pax/year
- Direct flight DCA → LGA32x/week
  Duration
  1h 28m
  Days
  un,MonS
- Direct flight DCA → HPN13x/week
  Duration
  1h 26m
  Days
  un,MonS
- Direct flight DCA → JFK12x/week
  Duration
  1h 33m
  Days
  un,MonS
21.7%Open →
Gulf AirGF
8x/week
WebsiteFleet: 426.2M pax/year
- Direct flight DCA → JFK8x/week
3.1%Open →
Virgin AtlanticVS
7x/week
WebsiteFleet: 415.3M pax/year
- Direct flight DCA → JFK4x/week
  Duration
  1h 26m
  Days
  un,MonS
- Direct flight IAD → JFK3x/week
  Duration
  1h 35m
  Days
  un,MonS
2.6%Open →
WestJetWS
5x/week
WebsiteFleet: 15325M pax/year
- Direct flight DCA → LGA5x/week
  Duration
  1h 23m
  Days
  un,MonS
- Direct flight DCA → JFK1x/week
  Duration
  1h 40m
  Days
  un,MonS
1.9%Open →
JetBlueB6
5x/week
WebsiteFleet: 30742.5M pax/year
- Direct flight DCA → JFK5x/week
  Duration
  1h 11m
  Days
  un,MonS
1.8%Open →
Royal Air MarocAT
3x/week
WebsiteFleet: 507.5M pax/year
- Direct flight DCA → JFK3x/week
  Duration
  1h 31m
  Days
  un,MonS
1.3%Open →
Alaska AirlinesAS
3x/week
WebsiteFleet: 31545M pax/year
- Direct flight DCA → LGA3x/week
  Duration
  1h 24m
  Days
  un,MonS
1.2%Open →
AeromexicoAM
3x/week
WebsiteFleet: 15424.7M pax/year
- Direct flight IAD → JFK2x/week
  Duration
  1h 35m
  Days
  un,MonS
- Direct flight DCA → JFK1x/week
- Direct flight BWI → LGA1x/week
1.0%Open →
British AirwaysBA
2x/week
WebsiteFleet: 29243M pax/year
- Direct flight DCA → JFK2x/week
  Duration
  1h 32m
  Days
  un,MonS
0.6%Open →
All Nippon AirwaysNH
1x/week
WebsiteFleet: 21648M pax/year
- Direct flight IAD → LGA1x/week
  Duration
  1h 14m
  Days
  un,MonS
0.5%Open →

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

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

Departure

Washington, D.C.

WAS

United States

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

Arrival

New York City

NYC

United States

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

Departure airports

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

Arrival 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

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

How long is the flight from Washington to New York?

The distance between the cities is about 328 km. A direct flight usually takes from 1 hour to 1 hour 20 minutes, depending on the specific departure and arrival airports.

Which airlines fly this route?

Regular flights are operated by United Airlines, Delta Air Lines, American Airlines, JetBlue, and other carriers. In total, there are about 20 different airlines on the route.

Are there direct flights?

Yes, there is a large number of direct flights between Washington and New York every day, driven by high business travel demand.

How much is the cheapest ticket?

Airfares change constantly depending on flight load and season. You can check the current minimum for specific dates in the low-fare calendar on this page.

Which airport does the flight arrive at?

Flights from Washington can arrive at one of New York's three main hubs: John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), LaGuardia (LGA), or Newark Liberty (EWR).

Where else you can fly from Washington, D.C.

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