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$85+ Cheap flights from District of Columbia to Philadelphia (PHL)

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 12/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IAD — PHL
Dec 5 — Dec 121
Fri 12/5
Fri 12/12
1 adult, Economy
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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 November 5, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/59:26 amIAD - PHL
1 stop8h 03mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/124:34 pmPHL - IAD
1 stop27h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/5$175
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 12/31:41 pmDCA - PHL
Nonstop1h 08mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/107:49 pmPHL - DCA
Nonstop1h 09mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/4$179
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 12/312:55 pmIAD - PHL
Nonstop1h 13mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/108:05 pmPHL - IAD
Nonstop1h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/5$179
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/39:00 amIAD - PHL
1 stop7h 52mFrontier
Wed 12/106:32 pmPHL - IAD
1 stop23h 46mFrontier
Deal found 11/4$183
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/59:26 amIAD - PHL
1 stop8h 03mFrontier
Sun 12/77:11 pmPHL - IAD
1 stop22h 14mFrontier
Deal found 11/5$188
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/2011:12 amIAD - PHL
1 stop8h 16mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/246:00 amPHL - IAD
1 stop11h 46mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/5$190
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 11/265:55 pmIAD - PHL
Nonstop1h 10mUnited Airlines
Sat 11/2910:22 amPHL - IAD
Nonstop1h 06mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/5$194
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/128:40 amIAD - PHL
1 stop7h 10mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/196:00 amPHL - IAD
2 stops14h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/5$195
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/45:45 amIAD - PHL
1 stop5h 33mFrontier
Sun 12/75:45 pmPHL - IAD
2 stops23h 40mFrontier
Deal found 11/5$197
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 11/191:44 pmDCA - PHL
Nonstop1h 09mAmerican Airlines
Sun 11/237:50 pmPHL - DCA
Nonstop1h 08mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/4$209
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 11/195:55 pmIAD - PHL
Nonstop1h 10mUnited Airlines
Sun 11/233:00 pmPHL - IAD
Nonstop1h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/4$209
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/33:55 pmDCA - PHL
1 stop7h 18mJetBlue
Wed 12/1012:30 pmPHL - DCA
1 stop10h 09mJetBlue
Deal found 11/5$214

Cheap flight deals from District of Columbia to Philadelphia

Keep the following information in mind while searching for District of Columbia to Philadelphia flight deals. Data was last updated November 5, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$175
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$85
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$299

Good round-trip deal

$179 or less

Good one-way deal

$172 or less
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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 November 5, 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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Washington, D.C.Philadelphia

DCA - PHL

DCAPHL

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 12/3

1:41 pm-2:49 pm

Nonstop1h 08m

Philadelphia

Wed 12/10

7:49 pm-8:58 pm

Nonstop1h 09m

$179

Washington, D.C.Philadelphia

IAD - PHL

IADPHL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 12/2

8:20 am-9:35 am

Nonstop1h 15m

Philadelphia

Tue 12/9

10:33 am-11:40 am

Nonstop1h 07m

$179

Washington, D.C.Philadelphia

IAD - PHL

IADPHL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 11/26

12:55 pm-2:06 pm

Nonstop1h 11m

Philadelphia

Fri 11/28

8:00 pm-9:07 pm

Nonstop1h 07m

$179

Washington, D.C.Philadelphia

IAD - PHL

IADPHL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 12/17

8:20 am-9:35 am

Nonstop1h 15m

Philadelphia

Mon 12/22

6:00 am-7:15 am

Nonstop1h 15m

$179

Washington, D.C.Philadelphia

IAD - PHL

IADPHL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 12/5

8:20 am-9:35 am

Nonstop1h 15m

Philadelphia

Sun 12/7

10:33 am-11:40 am

Nonstop1h 07m

$179

Washington, D.C.Philadelphia

IAD - PHL

IADPHL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 12/3

8:20 am-9:35 am

Nonstop1h 15m

Philadelphia

Wed 12/10

10:33 am-11:40 am

Nonstop1h 07m

$179

Washington, D.C.Philadelphia

IAD - PHL

IADPHL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 1/2

10:20 pm-11:30 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

Philadelphia

Mon 1/5

10:39 am-11:55 am

Nonstop1h 16m

$179

Washington, D.C.Philadelphia

IAD - PHL

IADPHL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 12/3

9:00 am-4:52 pm

1 stop7h 52m

Philadelphia

Wed 12/10

6:32 pm-6:18 pm

1 stop23h 46m

$183

Washington, D.C.Philadelphia

IAD - PHL

IADPHL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 12/5

9:26 am-5:29 pm

1 stop8h 03m

Philadelphia

Sun 12/7

7:11 pm-5:25 pm

1 stop22h 14m

$188

Washington, D.C.Philadelphia

IAD - PHL

IADPHL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 12/26

10:20 pm-11:30 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

Philadelphia

Mon 12/29

6:00 am-7:15 am

Nonstop1h 15m

$194

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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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from District of Columbia to Philadelphia (average of $54). Flying from District of Columbia to Philadelphia in January is currently the most expensive (average of $148). 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 November 5, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from District of Columbia to Philadelphia at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 48% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from District of Columbia to Philadelphia?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from District of Columbia to Philadelphia. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their District of Columbia to Philadelphia flight should consider departing on Thursday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 November 5, 2025.

The most flights from USDC to PHL are scheduled on a Monday (11 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

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.

  • How long is the flight from District of Columbia to Philadelphia?

    Airlines like American Airlines, United Airlines, and JetBlue fly from District of Columbia to Philadelphia in about 1h 08m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 11h 09m. District of Columbia and Philadelphia are separated by a distance of 119 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • 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: GoJet (90%), ANA (90%), United Airlines (89%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from District of Columbia to Philadelphia is $179. On average you can expect to pay $478. The most popular route, (Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Philadelphia), can usually be booked for $225.

  • 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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from District of Columbia to Philadelphia (average of $54). Flying from District of Columbia to Philadelphia in January is currently the most expensive (average of $148). 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 November 5, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$179Average$414FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$179Average$406FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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