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$62+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to New York, NY (NYC)

WAS — NYC
Dec 7 — Dec 141
Mon 12/7
Mon 12/14
1 adult, Economy
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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$121
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$62
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Popular in

October

Cheapest in

December

Average price

$214

Good round-trip deal

$318 or less

Good one-way deal

$197 or less
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Washington, D.C.New York

DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

DCAJFK

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 12/17

6:05 am-7:30 am

Nonstop1h 25m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-12:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$97

Washington, D.C.New York

DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - LGA New York LaGuardia

DCALGA

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 11/20

8:59 pm-10:19 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

New York LaGuardia

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-12:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$104

Washington, D.C.Newark

IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - EWR Newark

IADEWR

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 12/19

6:05 am-7:20 am

Nonstop1h 15m

Newark

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-12:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$117
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Washington, D.C.New York

DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

DCAJFK

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 12/28

6:17 am-7:29 am

Nonstop1h 12m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-12:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$117

Washington, D.C.New York

IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - LGA New York LaGuardia

IADLGA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 12/17

8:20 am-9:48 am

Nonstop1h 28m

New York LaGuardia

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-12:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$117

Washington, D.C.New York

DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - LGA New York LaGuardia

DCALGA

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 12/19

6:35 pm-8:04 pm

Nonstop1h 29m

New York LaGuardia

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-12:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$117

Washington, D.C.Newark

DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - EWR Newark

DCAEWR

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 12/19

7:00 am-8:24 am

Nonstop1h 24m

Newark

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-12:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$117

Washington, D.C.New York

DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - LGA New York LaGuardia

DCALGA

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 12/18

8:15 am-9:38 am

Nonstop1h 23m

New York LaGuardia

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-12:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$117

Washington, D.C.New York

DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

DCAJFK

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 12/18

11:14 am-12:30 pm

Nonstop1h 16m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-12:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$117

Washington, D.C.New York

DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

DCAJFK

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 11/29

6:00 am-7:12 am

Nonstop1h 12m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-12:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$122

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ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy2 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.-New York 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.-New York flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Washington, D.C.-New York flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Washington, D.C.-New York flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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.-New York 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 New York

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

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 $215). Flying from Washington, D.C. to New York in October is currently the most expensive (average of $395). 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 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 31% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

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

The most flights from WAS to NYC are scheduled on a Friday (118 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (45 on average).

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 $166 and $317 in February.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $121 on Frontier (Feb 16-Feb 23).

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

Fort Lauderdale (FLL) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 33% of 1-stop itineraries from Washington, D.C. to New York on Cheapflights.

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

Fort Lauderdale (FLL) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $155.

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

Flights via Charlotte (CLT) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 5h 41m.

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

Flights via Charlotte (CLT) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 39m.

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

About 23% of weekly flights between Washington, D.C. and New York have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 122 minutes.

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

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

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

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

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

Over the last year, United Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 18% of flights being delayed.

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 83 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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 at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

The best insider tips for Washington, D.C. to New York flights

Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Washington, D.C. to New York trip
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Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

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Brandon Schultz is an award-winning food and travel writer based in New York City. His work has appeared in Forbes, AAA, Thrillist, Travel + Leisure, and The Daily Meal, among many others, and he is the author of 6 books, including 3 cookbooks.

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Emily Zemler

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Emily is a freelance writer and book author based in London covering entertainment and travel. Her work has appeared in Los Angeles Times, Observer, and Conde Nast Traveler She has ventured to more than 40 countries and all seven continents, always in search of a great art museum. She has written extensively about hotels, luxury travel, and aviation.

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Ramsey Qubein

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An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

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Expert on JFK

Chris is a consumer travel reporter covering aviation, trending travel news, hotels, and loyalty programs—all for leading global publications like Travel + Leisure, The Washington Post, AFAR, and more. In addition to writing, Chris is a video host for Travel + Leisure, giving consumers an inside look at the latest in air travel.

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Reviews of airlines servicing New York

Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta,United Airlines, andJetBlue from Washington, D.C. to New York by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.8
Good
8,701 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Jennifer,Sep 2026

ORD - LGA

The flight crew was 30 minutes late to an am flight and then that caused a delay
Delta
7.8
Good
8,701 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,701 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Jennifer,Sep 2026

ORD - LGA

The flight crew was 30 minutes late to an am flight and then that caused a delay
United Airlines
7.3
Good
10,474 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,701 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Jennifer,Sep 2026

ORD - LGA

The flight crew was 30 minutes late to an am flight and then that caused a delay
JetBlue
7.1
Good
3,066 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,701 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Jennifer,Sep 2026

ORD - LGA

The flight crew was 30 minutes late to an am flight and then that caused a delay
American Airlines
7.0
Good
12,231 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,701 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Jennifer,Sep 2026

ORD - LGA

The flight crew was 30 minutes late to an am flight and then that caused a delay

Related info for your journey

  • 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 12m. Fly via Frontier, JetBlue, or Delta to get the fastest option. There are 212 mi between Washington, D.C. and New York. 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 New York round-trip?

    JetBlue, at $97, 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 62% 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?

    $68 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Delta. You may also be able to find cheap deals on JetBlue and American Airlines, with prices starting from $72 and $73, respectively.

  • 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. Reagan-National - New York LaGuardia. You may also consider Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Newark or Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - New York John F Kennedy Intl.

  • 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 Korean Air (85%), KLM (82%) and WestJet (79%).

  • 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 $477, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $158. The most popular route (Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - New York LaGuardia), is priced around $193.

  • 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.

  • 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 $215). Flying from Washington, D.C. to New York in October is currently the most expensive (average of $395). 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 4 airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to New York

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetBlueCheapest$97Average$193FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$118Average$262FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$127Average$290FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$134Average$362FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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