Which airline has the best punctuality record on Washington, D.C. to Dallas flights?

Over the last year, Frontier have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 11% of flights being delayed.

How often are flights from Washington, D.C. to Dallas delayed?

About 13% of weekly flights between Washington, D.C. and Dallas have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 162 minutes.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Monday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Wednesday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

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

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment. Washington, D.C. to Dallas flights typically cost between $231 and $425 in January. The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 3 days was $125 on Frontier (Jan 17-Jan 18).

What is the most punctual flight time for Washington, D.C. to Dallas flights?

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.

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

A quick flight from Washington, D.C. to Dallas can take about 3h 55m. Spirit Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $197. The distance from Washington, D.C. to Dallas is about 1189 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 Dallas round-trip?

According to our current data, Spirit Airlines ($47), Frontier ($78), and Southwest ($157) offers the cheapest pricing from Washington, D.C. to Dallas. Spirit Airlines is currently priced 81% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

For one-way options, check prices for Frontier. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $48. Users have also found prices from $64 and $73 on Southwest and American Airlines, respectively.

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

The price you pay for your flight from Washington, D.C. to Dallas may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 61 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Dallas (average of $59). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Dallas in December is currently the most expensive (average of $119). 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 day to fly from Washington, D.C. to Dallas?

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

Weekly flight availability from Washington, D.C. to Dallas

The most flights from WAS to A78 are scheduled on a Wednesday (30 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Dallas ranges from 1.9 - 4.9 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.9 in. August is typically the driest time to visit Dallas when rainfall is around 1.9 in.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Dallas, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 86.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 46.4 F).

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

The most popular flight routes from Washington, D.C. to Dallas are Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Dallas/Fort Worth, Baltimore/Washington - Dallas/Fort Worth and Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Dallas/Fort Worth.

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

The cheapest flight price from Washington, D.C. to Dallas is $65. On average you can expect to pay $841. The most popular route, (Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Dallas/Fort Worth), can usually be booked for $85.

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

No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Washington, D.C. to Dallas consider choosing GOL (100%), Qantas Airways (84%) or Iberia (81%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Washington, D.C. to Dallas?

Consider American Airlines, Frontier or United Airlines when booking your flight. These represent the most popular airlines when flying from Washington, D.C. to Dallas.

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

It’s optimal to fly from Washington, D.C. to Dallas at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 16% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

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

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

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

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 Dallas.

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

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

$48+ Flights from Washington, D.C. to Dallas

Round-trip from	$125 (Kiwi.com)
One-way from	$48 (Kiwi.com)
Popular in	December
Cheapest in	August
Average price	$327

DCA

DCA has a dedicated Metro stop on the Yellow and Blue lines, making public transportation the best way to get there.

IAD

IAD's Aerotrain connects terminals, but be prepared for long walks from the train to gates.

DFW

DFW's Skylink Train connects all terminals every two minutes, making it easy to navigate this large airport.

DAL

DAL is just a 20-minute drive from downtown Dallas, offering convenient rideshare, public transit, and rental car options.

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Spirit Airlines	Cheapest$47	Average$172	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time65%
Frontier	Cheapest$78	Average$197	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time62%
United Airlines	Cheapest$126	Average$350	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%
Delta	Cheapest$149	Average$336	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A
Southwest	Cheapest$158	Average$322	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time63%
American Airlines	Cheapest$164	Average$337	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%

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