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$136+ 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 2/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BHM — DCA
Feb 28 — Mar 71
Sat 2/28
Sat 3/7
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Birmingham to Reagan-National

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 January 29, 2026.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 2/255:58 pm
BHM
-
DCA
Nonstop2h 08m
American Airlines
Wed 3/48:21 am
DCA
-
BHM
Nonstop2h 23m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/28$271
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 2/252:40 pm
BHM
-
DCA
1 stop3h 35m
Southwest
Wed 3/42:45 pm
DCA
-
BHM
1 stop7h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 1/28$291
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 3/1810:14 am
BHM
-
DCA
Nonstop2h 03m
American Airlines
Sat 3/219:15 am
DCA
-
BHM
Nonstop2h 19m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/27$297
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 3/75:43 pm
BHM
-
DCA
1 stop5h 07m
American Airlines
Wed 3/112:52 pm
DCA
-
BHM
Nonstop2h 18m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/28$307
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/185:52 pm
BHM
-
DCA
1 stop4h 47m
Delta
Sat 3/218:59 am
DCA
-
BHM
1 stop5h 55m
Delta
Deal found 1/27$317
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 4/1411:15 am
BHM
-
DCA
2 stops9h 40m
Southwest
Tue 4/216:50 pm
DCA
-
BHM
1 stop4h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 1/28$321
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 6/105:53 pm
BHM
-
DCA
Nonstop2h 07m
American Airlines
Tue 6/169:00 am
DCA
-
BHM
Nonstop2h 20m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/27$323
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 3/145:30 am
BHM
-
DCA
2 stops10h 25m
Southwest
Tue 3/174:00 pm
DCA
-
BHM
1 stop5h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 1/28$325

Find 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 January 29, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$271
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$136
(American Airlines)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$461

Good round-trip deal

$346 or less

Good one-way deal

$175 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Birmingham to Reagan-National 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 January 29, 2026.
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

Tue 3/3

7:20 am-2:55 pm

1 stop6h 35m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 3/10

6:50 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop4h 45m

$291

BirminghamWashington, D.C.

BHM - DCA

BHMDCA

Birmingham

Tue 4/14

11:15 am-9:55 pm

2 stops9h 40m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 4/21

6:50 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop4h 10m

$321

BirminghamWashington, D.C.

BHM - DCA

BHMDCA

Birmingham

Sat 3/7

6:00 am-9:12 am

Nonstop2h 12m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 3/11

8:21 am-9:44 am

Nonstop2h 23m

$336

BirminghamWashington, D.C.

BHM - DCA

BHMDCA

Birmingham

Wed 3/18

1:25 pm-8:55 pm

1 stop6h 30m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 3/21

7:10 am-10:55 am

1 stop4h 45m

$342

BirminghamWashington, D.C.

BHM - DCA

BHMDCA

Birmingham

Tue 3/10

1:25 pm-8:55 pm

1 stop6h 30m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 3/13

6:00 am-10:40 am

1 stop5h 40m

$345

BirminghamWashington, D.C.

BHM - DCA

BHMDCA

Birmingham

Sat 3/28

11:35 am-8:00 pm

1 stop7h 25m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 3/30

9:00 am-1:50 pm

1 stop5h 50m

$346

BirminghamWashington, D.C.

BHM - DCA

BHMDCA

Birmingham

Sun 3/15

6:35 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop4h 20m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 3/18

6:10 am-12:50 pm

1 stop7h 40m

$347

BirminghamWashington, D.C.

BHM - DCA

BHMDCA

Birmingham

Sat 3/7

10:15 am-7:55 pm

1 stop8h 40m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 3/9

6:45 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop4h 50m

$347

BirminghamWashington, D.C.

BHM - DCA

BHMDCA

Birmingham

Thu 3/26

5:45 am-12:10 pm

1 stop5h 25m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 3/30

9:00 am-1:50 pm

1 stop5h 50m

$349

BirminghamWashington, D.C.

BHM - DCA

BHMDCA

Birmingham

Thu 2/19

5:05 am-2:45 pm

1 stop8h 40m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 2/27

3:35 pm-9:10 pm

1 stop6h 35m

$349

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Birmingham to Reagan-National in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 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 Birmingham, Alabama-Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Birmingham, Alabama-Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Birmingham, Alabama-Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Birmingham, Alabama-Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport 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 Birmingham, Alabama-Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport 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 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 January 23, 2026.

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 42 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Birmingham, Alabama to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport (average of $173). Flying from Birmingham, Alabama to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of $257). 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 January 29, 2026.

When flying from Birmingham, Alabama to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 January 29, 2026.
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
4,267 reviews

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,267 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,267 reviews

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Delta
7.9
Good
8,127 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,267 reviews

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,206 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,267 reviews

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

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 is 1 daily outbound flight 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 2h 12m. 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 $217, 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 cheapest airlines to fly from Birmingham, Alabama to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with American Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $129. Delta flights start at $148 while deals on Southwest start at $161 one-way.

  • 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 (86%), American Airlines (78%) and PSA Airlines (76%).

  • 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 $120. On average you can expect to pay $311. The most popular route, (Birmingham - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National), can usually be booked for $291.

  • 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Birmingham, Alabama to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport (average of $173). Flying from Birmingham, Alabama to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of $257). 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 January 29, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$198Average$350FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$217Average$398FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$316Average$428FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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