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$129+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Dayton (DAY)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 2/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
WAS — DAY
Jan 17 — Jan 241
Sat 1/17
Sat 1/24
1 adult, Economy
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Washington, D.C. to Dayton. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 18, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/308:20 amIAD - DAY
Nonstop1h 43mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/17:50 pmDAY - IAD
Nonstop1h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/16$219
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/298:00 pmDCA - DAY
Nonstop1h 42mAmerican Airlines
Thu 1/16:03 amDAY - DCA
Nonstop1h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/16$219
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/295:20 pmIAD - DAY
Nonstop1h 45mUnited Airlines
Fri 1/27:50 pmDAY - IAD
Nonstop1h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$249
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/295:54 pmBWI - DAY
1 stop4h 07mAmerican Airlines
Thu 1/16:59 amDAY - BWI
1 stop4h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/16$249
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/3112:35 pmIAD - DAY
Nonstop1h 41mUnited Airlines
Sun 1/47:50 pmDAY - IAD
Nonstop1h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/16$279
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/245:57 pmDCA - DAY
Nonstop1h 43mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/306:03 amDAY - DCA
Nonstop1h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/15$280
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/318:00 pmDCA - DAY
Nonstop1h 42mAmerican Airlines
Sun 1/46:03 amDAY - DCA
Nonstop1h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/16$283
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/245:57 pmDCA - DAY
Nonstop1h 43mAmerican Airlines
Fri 12/266:03 amDAY - DCA
Nonstop1h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/17$291
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/1712:35 pmIAD - DAY
Nonstop1h 40mUnited Airlines
Sat 12/207:50 pmDAY - IAD
Nonstop1h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/15$293
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/177:32 amDCA - DAY
Nonstop1h 41mAmerican Airlines
Sat 12/206:03 amDAY - DCA
Nonstop1h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/15$293
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/245:57 pmDCA - DAY
Nonstop1h 43mAmerican Airlines
Sat 12/276:03 amDAY - DCA
Nonstop1h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/16$297
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/291:57 pmIAD - DAY
1 stop5h 56mAmerican Airlines
Fri 1/27:30 pmDAY - IAD
1 stop4h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/17$299

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

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Dayton (DAY). 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 December 18, 2025.

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eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$189
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$129
(Delta)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$350

Good round-trip deal

$278 or less

Good one-way deal

$208 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Washington, D.C. to Dayton 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 December 18, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Washington, D.C. to Dayton that are best for you.

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Washington, D.C.Dayton

IAD - DAY

IADDAY

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 2/14

12:34 pm-2:22 pm

Nonstop1h 48m

Dayton

Sun 2/15

2:57 pm-4:30 pm

Nonstop1h 33m

$189

Washington, D.C.Dayton

DCA - DAY

DCADAY

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 1/23

7:57 am-9:46 am

Nonstop1h 49m

Dayton

Wed 1/28

6:00 am-7:40 am

Nonstop1h 40m

$189

Washington, D.C.Dayton

DCA - DAY

DCADAY

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 2/14

8:00 am-9:51 am

Nonstop1h 51m

Dayton

Sun 2/15

9:24 am-11:00 am

Nonstop1h 36m

$189

Washington, D.C.Dayton

DCA - DAY

DCADAY

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 1/22

6:00 am-10:50 am

1 stop4h 50m

Dayton

Tue 1/27

11:37 am-6:29 pm

1 stop6h 52m

$209

Washington, D.C.Dayton

IAD - DAY

IADDAY

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 12/30

8:20 am-10:03 am

Nonstop1h 43m

Dayton

Thu 1/1

7:50 pm-9:25 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

$219

Washington, D.C.Dayton

DCA - DAY

DCADAY

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 12/30

8:00 pm-9:42 pm

Nonstop1h 42m

Dayton

Thu 1/1

6:03 am-7:37 am

Nonstop1h 34m

$219

Washington, D.C.Dayton

DCA - DAY

DCADAY

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 12/29

8:00 pm-9:42 pm

Nonstop1h 42m

Dayton

Thu 1/1

6:03 am-7:37 am

Nonstop1h 34m

$219

Washington, D.C.Dayton

DCA - DAY

DCADAY

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 1/23

7:57 am-9:46 am

Nonstop1h 49m

Dayton

Sat 1/24

7:13 pm-11:34 pm

1 stop4h 21m

$222

Washington, D.C.Dayton

DCA - DAY

DCADAY

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 2/13

10:02 pm-11:44 pm

Nonstop1h 42m

Dayton

Tue 2/17

12:41 pm-6:59 pm

1 stop6h 18m

$222

Washington, D.C.Dayton

DCA - DAY

DCADAY

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 1/22

10:05 pm-11:44 pm

Nonstop1h 39m

Dayton

Tue 1/27

4:21 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop6h 34m

$222

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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 Dayton in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*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.-Dayton flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Washington, D.C.-Dayton flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Washington, D.C.-Dayton flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Washington, D.C.-Dayton flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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.-Dayton 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 Dayton

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Dayton from Washington, D.C. with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. to Dayton. Price data was last updated on December 12, 2025.

Booking 40 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Washington, D.C. to Dayton. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Dayton (average of $114). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Dayton in April 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 DAY?

Find hourly flight availability from Washington, D.C. to Dayton. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 18, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Washington, D.C. to Dayton is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 15% on airfare.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. to Dayton. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Washington, D.C. to Dayton flight should consider departing on Wednesday afternoons 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Dayton

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Dayton. 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 Dayton. Reviews last updated December 18, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown United Airlines and American Airlines from Washington, D.C. to Dayton. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,091 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Kevin,Dec 2025

BOS - EWR

Seems like every United flight has a delay and it’s always someone else’s fault. Step up and take some accountability
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,091 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,091 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Kevin,Dec 2025

BOS - EWR

Seems like every United flight has a delay and it’s always someone else’s fault. Step up and take some accountability
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,054 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,091 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Kevin,Dec 2025

BOS - EWR

Seems like every United flight has a delay and it’s always someone else’s fault. Step up and take some accountability

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Dayton from Washington, D.C.?

    Dayton (DAY), located 10.0 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Washington, D.C. to Dayton. 3 airlines have flights to Dayton from Washington, D.C. on a regular basis. Booking flights from Washington, D.C. to Dayton should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 3 inbound flights from Washington, D.C. per day.

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

    Departing from Washington, D.C. to Dayton will take you 1h 48m. The distance between Washington, D.C. and Dayton is about 367 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    According to our current data, American Airlines ($189), and United Airlines ($189) offers the cheapest pricing from Washington, D.C. to Dayton. You may be able to fly from Washington, D.C. to Dayton for 37% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    When deciding which route to take from Washington, D.C. to Dayton consider Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Dayton, Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Dayton or Baltimore/Washington - Dayton as they are the most popular.

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

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Washington, D.C. to Dayton on time: GoJet (86%), United Airlines (76%), CommutAir (74%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $94. While the most popular route (Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Dayton) can be booked for $189 on average, our data indicates $261 when flying from Washington, D.C. to Dayton.

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

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

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

    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 Dayton.

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Dayton 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 Dayton?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Dayton (average of $114). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Dayton in April 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 3 airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Dayton

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Washington, D.C. to Dayton. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$189Average$320FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$189Average$345FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$202Average$288FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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