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$111+ Cheap flights from District of Columbia to Philadelphia (PHL)

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IAD — PHL
May 6 — May 131
Tue 5/6
Tue 5/13
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from District of Columbia to Philadelphia

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3 stars

Round-trip from

$179
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$111
(JetBlue)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$239

Good round-trip deal

$239 or less

Good one-way deal

$128 or less
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Cheapest flights from District of Columbia to Philadelphia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from District of Columbia to Philadelphia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 1, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Sat 5/246:33 amDCA - PHL
Nonstop0h 57mAmerican Airlines
Sun 5/2510:41 amPHL - DCA
Nonstop1h 08mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$179
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Sat 5/2410:15 pmIAD - PHL
Nonstop1h 14mUnited Airlines
Sun 5/256:15 amPHL - IAD
Nonstop1h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/30$179
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/285:40 pmDCA - PHL
1 stop4h 50mJetBlue
Wed 6/46:00 amPHL - DCA
1 stop6h 00mJetBlue
Deal found 4/30$231
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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.
Thu 5/225:02 amIAD - PHL
1 stop3h 55mAmerican Airlines
Sun 5/258:38 amPHL - IAD
1 stop4h 44mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/1$288
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/285:40 pmIAD - PHL
3 stops28h 56mMultiple Airlines
Wed 6/46:00 amPHL - IAD
2 stops29h 02mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$314
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/1010:00 amIAD - PHL
1 stop19h 44mAlaska Airlines
Tue 5/136:53 pmPHL - IAD
1 stop12h 50mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/30$1,059

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Customize your flight search to find flights from District of Columbia to Philadelphia 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 May 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from District of Columbia to Philadelphia that are best for you.

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District of Columbia

Fly to

Philadelphia

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Washington, D.C.Philadelphia

DCA - PHL

DCAPHL

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 5/24

6:33 am-7:30 am

Nonstop0h 57m

Philadelphia

Sun 5/25

10:41 am-11:49 am

Nonstop1h 08m

$179

Washington, D.C.Philadelphia

IAD - PHL

IADPHL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 5/24

10:15 pm-11:29 pm

Nonstop1h 14m

Philadelphia

Sun 5/25

6:15 am-7:25 am

Nonstop1h 10m

$179

Washington, D.C.Philadelphia

DCA - PHL

DCAPHL

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 5/28

5:40 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop4h 50m

Philadelphia

Wed 6/4

6:00 am-12:00 pm

1 stop6h 00m

$231

Washington, D.C.Philadelphia

IAD - PHL

IADPHL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 5/22

5:02 am-8:57 am

1 stop3h 55m

Philadelphia

Sun 5/25

8:38 am-1:22 pm

1 stop4h 44m

$288

Washington, D.C.Philadelphia

IAD - PHL

IADPHL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 5/28

5:40 pm-10:36 pm

3 stops28h 56m

Philadelphia

Wed 6/4

6:00 am-11:02 am

2 stops29h 02m

$314

Washington, D.C.Philadelphia

DCA - PHL

DCAPHL

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 7/1

10:30 am-5:43 pm

1 stop7h 13m

$111

Washington, D.C.Philadelphia

IAD - PHL

IADPHL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 6/7

9:43 pm-7:48 am

2 stops34h 05m

$137

Washington, D.C.Philadelphia

DCA - PHL

DCAPHL

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 6/30

6:00 am-9:45 am

1 stop3h 45m

$197

Washington, D.C.Philadelphia

IAD - PHL

IADPHL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 6/7

12:55 pm-2:09 pm

Nonstop1h 14m

$204

Washington, D.C.Philadelphia

DCA - PHL

DCAPHL

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 5/30

7:33 pm-10:37 am

1 stop15h 04m

$208

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Best time to book a flight from District of Columbia to Philadelphia

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Everything you need to know about your flight from District of Columbia to Philadelphia

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from District of Columbia to Philadelphia?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from District of Columbia to Philadelphia (average of $236). Flying from District of Columbia to Philadelphia in March is currently the most expensive (average of $295). 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 DC to PHL?

Find hourly flight availability from District of Columbia to Philadelphia. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated May 1, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from District of Columbia to Philadelphia as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from District of Columbia to Philadelphia

Explore weekly flight availability from District of Columbia to Philadelphia. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated May 1, 2025.

The most flights from USDC to PHL are scheduled on a Monday (10 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 on average).

Rainfall in Philadelphia by month

Plan your trip to Philadelphia by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Philadelphia ranges from 2.7 - 4.4 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.4 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Philadelphia when rainfall is around 2.7 in.

Temperature in Philadelphia by month

Plan your trip to Philadelphia by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Philadelphia, 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 78.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 33.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Philadelphia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Philadelphia. 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 Philadelphia. Reviews last updated May 1, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, United Airlines and JetBlue from District of Columbia to Philadelphia. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
JetBlue
7.3
Good
2,923 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Frontier
6.0
Okay
3,287 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from District of Columbia to Philadelphia. 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 Philadelphia from District of Columbia?

    Located just 7.0 mi from the city center, Philadelphia (PHL) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Philadelphia from District of Columbia.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from District of Columbia to Philadelphia one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for JetBlue. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $111. Users have also found prices from $197 and $204 on American Airlines and United Airlines, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from District of Columbia to Philadelphia?

    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 District of Columbia to Philadelphia on time: ANA (76%), Copa Airlines (75%), GoJet (73%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from District of Columbia to Philadelphia?

    The cheapest flight price from District of Columbia to Philadelphia is $110. On average you can expect to pay $306. The most popular route, (Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Philadelphia), can usually be booked for $179.

  • Can I find deals for flights from District of Columbia to Philadelphia that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on District of Columbia to Philadelphia flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from District of Columbia to Philadelphia?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from District of Columbia to Philadelphia.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from District of Columbia to Philadelphia?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from District of Columbia to Philadelphia 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 District of Columbia to Philadelphia?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from District of Columbia to Philadelphia (average of $236). Flying from District of Columbia to Philadelphia in March is currently the most expensive (average of $295). 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 2 airlines flying from District of Columbia to Philadelphia

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from District of Columbia to Philadelphia. 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 May 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$179Average$314FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$179Average$304FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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