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

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment. Washington, D.C. to New York flights typically cost between $134 and $255 in October. The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 3 days was $113 on JetBlue (Oct 25-Oct 27).

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

There are many flights that can get you from Washington, D.C. to New York in 1h 17m. Fly via JetBlue, Delta, or United Airlines to get the fastest option. There are 212 mi between Washington, D.C. and New York. Generally, flights for this route are nonstop.

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

JetBlue, at $73, was found to be the cheapest airline from Washington, D.C. to New York.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Delta and American Airlines. JetBlue is priced at 65% 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 New York one-way?

$59 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Spirit Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Delta and United Airlines, with prices starting from $65 and $65, respectively.

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

The price you pay for your flight from Washington, D.C. to New York may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 85 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 New York?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to New York (average of $236). Flying from Washington, D.C. to New York in June is currently the most expensive (average of $314). 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 New York?

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Washington, D.C. to New York flight should consider departing on Friday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Washington, D.C. to New York

The most flights from WAS to NYC are scheduled on a Thursday (124 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (76 on average).

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in New York ranges from 2.8 - 4.5 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.5 in. February is typically the driest time to visit New York when rainfall is around 2.8 in.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to New York, 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 77.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 33.8 F).

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

The most popular route from Washington, D.C. to New York is Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - New York John F Kennedy Intl. You may also consider Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - New York John F Kennedy Intl or Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - New York LaGuardia.

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

Looking for the cheapest flight from Washington, D.C. to New York? While on average our users pay $945, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $64. The most popular route (Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - New York John F Kennedy Intl), is priced around $129.

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

The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Washington, D.C. to New York are China Eastern (71%), Kenya Airways (69%) and WestJet (68%).

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. to New York?

Travelers have found that booking a Thursday departure is the best way to save up to 26% on the cost of booking your flights compared to booking on days of the week where this route is of high demand.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. to New York?

To save on the cost of your flight from Washington, D.C. to New York, book at least 60 days before your planned departure. Booking around this time can save you about 185% on the cost of this flight compared to booking a flight leaving this week. We have found prices from $266 if you need a flight within two weeks. For flights within the next 72 hours, you can find tickets from as low as $451.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. to New York?

Flights from Washington, D.C. to New York lean towards being more expensive in December. Prices are generally better when you fly from Washington, D.C. to New York in April, with the cheapest ticket starting at $91.

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

It’s optimal to fly from Washington, D.C. to New York in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 28% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

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

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

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

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 New York.

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

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

$57+ Cheap Flights from Washington, D.C. to New York, NY

Round-trip from	$113 (flygcity.se)
One-way from	$57 (lastminute.com)
Popular in	December
Cheapest in	April
Average price	$177
Good round-trip deal	$187 or less
Good one-way deal	$103 or less

DCA

DCA has two parking garages and an economy lot. Reserve in advance online as lots fill up quickly, especially during busy times.

IAD

IAD's Aerotrain connects terminals, but walking can be long. Pay attention to signage for the right train to your concourse.

EWR

For a quick trip to NYC, take the express bus from EWR. It stops at both East and West sides of the city, reaching within an hour.

LGA

LGA is closest to Manhattan. Taxis are cheaper than rideshares for this route, and they're almost always ready and waiting.

JFK

For a quick ride to Manhattan, use the LIRR from JFK. It's the fastest train option, taking about 20-25 minutes from Penn Station.

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
JetBlue	Cheapest$73	Average$147	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time62%
Spirit Airlines	Cheapest$100	Average$290	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time65%
Delta	Cheapest$100	Average$292	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A
American Airlines	Cheapest$121	Average$442	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%
United Airlines	Cheapest$129	Average$306	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%
Southwest	Cheapest$280	Average$352	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time63%

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