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$89+ Cheap flights from Birmingham, AL (BHM) to Reagan-National (DCA)

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 10/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BHM — DCA
Oct 11 — Oct 181
Sat 10/11
Sat 10/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Birmingham to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National are usually found in April or May, booked 52 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from Birmingham to Reagan-National

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Birmingham (BHM) to Reagan-National (DCA). 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 September 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$247
(Southwest)

One-way from

$89
(American Airlines)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$387

Good round-trip deal

$300 or less

Good one-way deal

$176 or less
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Cheapest flights from Birmingham to Reagan-National
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Birmingham to Reagan-National. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 11, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/257:00 amBHM - DCA
1 stop7h 15mSouthwest
Sat 11/112:30 pmDCA - BHM
1 stop6h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 9/8$239
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/73:15 pmBHM - DCA
1 stop6h 40mSouthwest
Sat 10/116:30 amDCA - BHM
1 stop12h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 9/11$247
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 10/252:46 pmBHM - DCA
1 stop4h 13mAmerican Airlines
Sat 11/12:00 pmDCA - BHM
Nonstop2h 06mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/10$251
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/85:50 amBHM - DCA
2 stops7h 10mSouthwest
Sat 10/116:30 amDCA - BHM
1 stop12h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 9/10$253
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Fri 10/246:00 amBHM - DCA
Nonstop2h 08mAmerican Airlines
Mon 10/278:40 pmDCA - BHM
Nonstop2h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/10$255
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/287:15 amBHM - DCA
1 stop6h 50mSouthwest
Thu 10/306:55 pmDCA - BHM
1 stop4h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 9/11$257
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Tue 10/76:25 pmBHM - DCA
Nonstop2h 05mAmerican Airlines
Tue 10/148:19 amDCA - BHM
Nonstop2h 26mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/10$261
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 10/156:25 pmBHM - DCA
Nonstop2h 05mAmerican Airlines
Sun 10/198:40 pmDCA - BHM
Nonstop2h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/10$272

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Birmingham to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport that are best for you.

Fly from

Birmingham

Fly to

Reagan-National

Route

Depart

Return

Price

BirminghamWashington, D.C.

BHM - DCA

BHMDCA

Birmingham

Sat 10/25

9:40 am-3:59 pm

1 stop5h 19m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 11/1

2:00 pm-3:06 pm

Nonstop2h 06m

$251

BirminghamWashington, D.C.

BHM - DCA

BHMDCA

Birmingham

Tue 10/7

5:50 am-2:00 pm

2 stops7h 10m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 10/11

6:30 am-6:00 pm

1 stop12h 30m

$253

BirminghamWashington, D.C.

BHM - DCA

BHMDCA

Birmingham

Fri 10/17

10:15 am-1:19 pm

Nonstop2h 04m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 10/20

8:40 pm-9:50 pm

Nonstop2h 10m

$255

BirminghamWashington, D.C.

BHM - DCA

BHMDCA

Birmingham

Tue 10/28

2:30 pm-7:10 pm

1 stop3h 40m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 10/30

6:05 am-10:55 am

1 stop5h 50m

$257

BirminghamWashington, D.C.

BHM - DCA

BHMDCA

Birmingham

Sat 10/25

4:10 pm-11:41 pm

1 stop6h 31m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 10/31

12:31 pm-4:52 pm

1 stop5h 21m

$261

BirminghamWashington, D.C.

BHM - DCA

BHMDCA

Birmingham

Wed 10/8

6:00 am-9:08 am

Nonstop2h 08m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 10/15

8:19 am-9:45 am

Nonstop2h 26m

$261

BirminghamWashington, D.C.

BHM - DCA

BHMDCA

Birmingham

Sat 10/25

6:30 am-3:00 pm

2 stops7h 30m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 11/1

12:30 pm-8:10 pm

2 stops8h 40m

$265

BirminghamWashington, D.C.

BHM - DCA

BHMDCA

Birmingham

Wed 10/1

9:33 am-5:20 pm

1 stop6h 47m

$99

BirminghamWashington, D.C.

BHM - DCA

BHMDCA

Birmingham

Wed 10/8

5:57 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop3h 43m

$99

BirminghamWashington, D.C.

BHM - DCA

BHMDCA

Birmingham

Tue 10/7

2:23 pm-7:33 pm

1 stop4h 10m

$99

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Best time to book a flight from Birmingham to Reagan-National

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Birmingham to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from Birmingham, Alabama to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Birmingham to Reagan-National. Price data was last updated on August 29, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Birmingham, Alabama to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport, you should look to book at least 52 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Birmingham, Alabama to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Birmingham, Alabama to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport (average of $278). Flying from Birmingham, Alabama to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $335). 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 BHM to DCA?

Find hourly flight availability from Birmingham to Reagan-National. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated September 11, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Birmingham, Alabama to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 14% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

Reviews of airlines servicing Reagan-National

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Reagan-National. 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 Reagan-National. Reviews last updated September 11, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Delta, and American Airlines from Birmingham to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Birmingham to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National?

    Located just 4.3 mi from the city center, Birmingham is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National from Birmingham. Booking flights from Birmingham (BHM) to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National should be relatively easy as there are 3 daily outbound flights to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National from 3 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Birmingham, Alabama to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    Departing from Birmingham, Alabama to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport will take you 5h 19m. There are 652 mi between Birmingham, Alabama and Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Birmingham, Alabama to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Birmingham, Alabama to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport round-trip from $198. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are American Airlines, from $253, and Southwest, from $316. Delta is 50% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Birmingham, Alabama to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Birmingham, Alabama to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport are Republic Airways (99%), American Airlines (88%) and PSA Airlines (80%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Birmingham, Alabama to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    The cheapest flight price from Birmingham, Alabama to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport is $129. On average you can expect to pay $331. The most popular route, (Birmingham - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National), can usually be booked for $197.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Birmingham to Reagan-National that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Birmingham to Reagan-National flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Birmingham to Reagan-National?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Birmingham to Reagan-National.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Birmingham to Reagan-National?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Birmingham to Reagan-National 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 Birmingham, Alabama to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Birmingham, Alabama to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport (average of $278). Flying from Birmingham, Alabama to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $335). 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 Birmingham to Reagan-National

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Birmingham to Reagan-National. 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 September 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$198Average$396FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$253Average$397FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$316Average$425FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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