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$55+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Austin (AUS)

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WAS — AUS
Feb 20 — Feb 271
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Cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Austin
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Washington, D.C. to Austin. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 21, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/512:30 pm
BWI
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AUS
1 stop9h 23m
Spirit Airlines
Mon 3/911:34 am
AUS
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BWI
1 stop20h 32m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 1/20$172
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/512:05 pm
BWI
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AUS
1 stop24h 24m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 2/65:58 pm
AUS
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BWI
2 stops28h 38m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/21$173
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Wed 3/1112:30 pm
BWI
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AUS
1 stop9h 23m
Spirit Airlines
Thu 3/2612:08 pm
AUS
-
BWI
1 stop5h 50m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 1/20$174
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/146:55 pm
BWI
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AUS
1 stop21h 58m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 2/174:59 pm
AUS
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BWI
1 stop28h 54m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/19$175
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/1412:30 pm
BWI
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AUS
1 stop9h 23m
Spirit Airlines
Tue 2/177:15 am
AUS
-
BWI
1 stop24h 51m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 1/21$176
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/57:58 pm
BWI
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AUS
2 stops39h 23m
Frontier
Sun 2/87:26 pm
AUS
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BWI
1 stop26h 15m
Frontier
Deal found 1/21$177
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 2/229:04 pm
BWI
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AUS
1 stop14h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 2/247:15 am
AUS
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BWI
2 stops8h 58m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/20$178
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/71:00 pm
BWI
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AUS
1 stop9h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 2/97:25 am
AUS
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BWI
2 stops16h 11m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/20$179
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/511:24 am
BWI
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AUS
1 stop6h 38m
Frontier
Mon 2/95:58 pm
AUS
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BWI
1 stop5h 38m
Frontier
Deal found 1/21$180
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/2110:06 am
BWI
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AUS
1 stop11h 47m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 2/257:15 am
AUS
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BWI
2 stops9h 32m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/20$181
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/256:50 pm
BWI
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AUS
2 stops16h 39m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 3/111:34 am
AUS
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BWI
1 stop20h 07m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/21$182
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/1912:30 pm
BWI
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AUS
1 stop9h 23m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 2/257:15 am
AUS
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BWI
2 stops9h 32m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/20$183

Find flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Austin

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Austin (AUS). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated January 21, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Expedia
3 stars

Round-trip from

$172
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$55
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$460

Good round-trip deal

$443 or less

Good one-way deal

$229 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Washington, D.C. (WAS)-Austin Bergstrom flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Washington, D.C. (WAS)-Austin Bergstrom flights.
From Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Austin Bergstrom
One-way flight from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Austin Bergstrom
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($56 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($6 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Austin Bergstrom.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Austin Bergstrom.

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Washington, D.C. to Austin that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 21, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Washington, D.C. to Austin that are best for you.

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Washington, D.C.Austin

IAD - AUS

IADAUS

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 4/9

6:00 am-3:12 pm

1 stop10h 12m

Austin Bergstrom

Sun 4/12

8:27 pm-10:11 am

1 stop12h 44m

$291

BaltimoreAustin

BWI - AUS

BWIAUS

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 5/19

6:00 am-11:12 am

1 stop6h 12m

Austin Bergstrom

Tue 5/19

6:15 pm-12:15 am

1 stop5h 00m

$315

Washington, D.C.Austin

DCA - AUS

DCAAUS

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 3/18

7:30 am-12:18 pm

1 stop5h 48m

Austin Bergstrom

Tue 3/24

5:12 am-11:34 am

1 stop5h 22m

$315

Washington, D.C.Austin

IAD - AUS

IADAUS

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 2/6

9:35 am-10:21 am

1 stop25h 46m

Austin Bergstrom

Sun 2/8

8:15 pm-4:28 pm

2 stops19h 13m

$333

BaltimoreAustin

BWI - AUS

BWIAUS

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 6/10

12:25 pm-5:29 pm

1 stop6h 04m

Austin Bergstrom

Sat 6/13

2:10 pm-8:57 pm

1 stop5h 47m

$335

Washington, D.C.Austin

IAD - AUS

IADAUS

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 4/2

6:00 am-3:12 pm

1 stop10h 12m

Austin Bergstrom

Sun 4/5

4:14 pm-12:36 am

1 stop7h 22m

$335

BaltimoreAustin

BWI - AUS

BWIAUS

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 5/5

3:27 pm-11:15 pm

2 stops8h 48m

Austin Bergstrom

Sat 5/9

5:30 am-2:13 pm

2 stops7h 43m

$336

BaltimoreAustin

BWI - AUS

BWIAUS

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 4/7

8:45 am-1:00 pm

1 stop5h 15m

Austin Bergstrom

Mon 4/13

5:05 am-9:15 am

Nonstop3h 10m

$337

BaltimoreAustin

BWI - AUS

BWIAUS

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 7/20

7:40 pm-12:19 am

1 stop5h 39m

Austin Bergstrom

Sun 7/26

5:30 am-11:41 am

1 stop5h 11m

$337

BaltimoreAustin

BWI - AUS

BWIAUS

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 6/25

6:10 pm-12:26 am

1 stop7h 16m

Austin Bergstrom

Mon 6/29

5:40 am-1:06 pm

1 stop6h 26m

$337

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Austin in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Washington, D.C.-Austin flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Washington, D.C.-Austin flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Washington, D.C.-Austin flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Washington, D.C.-Austin flights, Cheapflights users trust Expedia the most. Expedia has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Washington, D.C.-Austin flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Austin

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Washington, D.C. to Austin

How far ahead should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Austin?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. to Austin. Price data was last updated on January 16, 2026.

The best time to book flights from Washington, D.C. to Austin is 83 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Austin?

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Austin (average of $94). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Austin in December is currently the most expensive (average of $184). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from WAS to AUS?

Find hourly flight availability from Washington, D.C. to Austin. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 21, 2026.

It’s optimal to fly from Washington, D.C. to Austin at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 4% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Washington, D.C. to Austin?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. to Austin. Price data was last updated on January 17, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Washington, D.C. to Austin flight should consider departing on Monday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. to Austin?

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Washington, D.C. to Austin?

Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. to Austin chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

Denver (DEN) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 75% of 1-stop itineraries from Washington, D.C. to Austin on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Washington, D.C. to Austin?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Washington, D.C. to Austin, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

Denver (DEN) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $311.

What’s the fastest layover option from Washington, D.C. to Austin?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Washington, D.C. to Austin, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via Houston (IAH) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 8h 54m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Washington, D.C. to Austin?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Washington, D.C. to Austin, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Houston (IAH) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 4h 42m.

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Reviews of airlines servicing Austin

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Austin. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Austin. Reviews last updated January 21, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Washington, D.C. to Austin have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Washington, D.C. to Austin. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Austin from Washington, D.C.?

    Austin Bergstrom (AUS), located 7.5 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Washington, D.C. to Austin. 7 airlines have flights to Austin Bergstrom from Washington, D.C. on a regular basis. Booking flights from Washington, D.C. to Austin Bergstrom should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 5 inbound flights from Washington, D.C. per day.

  • How long is the flight from Washington, D.C. to Austin?

    There are many flights that can get you from Washington, D.C. to Austin in 6h 04m. Fly via Delta, Frontier, or United Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance from Washington, D.C. to Austin is about 1339 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Austin round-trip?

    Currently priced at $88, Allegiant Air will fly you from Washington, D.C. to Austin and back. In addition to Allegiant Air, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Frontier and American Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $140 and $168, respectively. Allegiant Air is priced at 79% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Washington, D.C. to Austin one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Washington, D.C. to Austin are Frontier ($66), Allegiant Air ($70), and Delta ($93).

  • What are the most popular routes from Washington, D.C. to Austin?

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Washington, D.C. to Austin?

    Consider Mesa Airlines (97%), United Airlines (88%) or Brussels Airlines (73%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Washington, D.C. to Austin.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Austin?

    While on average a flight from Washington, D.C. to Austin is generally $684, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $179. When looking at the most popular route, (Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Austin Bergstrom), you can expect to pay $169 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to Austin that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Washington, D.C. to Austin flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Austin?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Austin.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Washington, D.C. to Austin?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Austin by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Austin?

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Austin (average of $94). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Austin in December is currently the most expensive (average of $184). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 7 airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Austin

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$88Average$188FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$92Average$221FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$130Average$234FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$168Average$429FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$216Average$386FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$231Average$450FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$297Average$500FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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