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$159+ 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 4/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BHM — DCA
Apr 14 — Apr 211
Tue 4/14
Tue 4/21
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 March 15, 2026.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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.
Thu 5/75:15 pm
BHM
-
DCA
1 stop4h 35m
Southwest
Tue 5/126:00 am
DCA
-
BHM
1 stop6h 25m
Southwest
Deal found 3/10$336
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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 4/85:55 am
BHM
-
DCA
1 stop5h 25m
Southwest
Wed 4/156:00 am
DCA
-
BHM
1 stop6h 25m
Southwest
Deal found 3/10$340
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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 4/84:15 pm
BHM
-
DCA
1 stop5h 10m
Southwest
Sat 4/116:40 am
DCA
-
BHM
1 stop6h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 3/12$349
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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 4/2310:49 am
BHM
-
DCA
Nonstop2h 10m
American Airlines
Thu 4/233:15 pm
DCA
-
BHM
1 stop8h 56m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/13$353
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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.
Thu 4/25:45 am
BHM
-
DCA
2 stops8h 15m
Southwest
Tue 4/74:55 pm
DCA
-
BHM
1 stop6h 05m
Southwest
Deal found 3/10$354
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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 4/145:55 am
BHM
-
DCA
1 stop5h 25m
Southwest
Wed 4/156:00 am
DCA
-
BHM
1 stop6h 25m
Southwest
Deal found 3/13$357

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 March 15, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$340
(Southwest)

One-way from

$159
(Southwest)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$481

Good round-trip deal

$383 or less

Good one-way deal

$252 or less
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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.

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Fly to

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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

BirminghamWashington, D.C.

BHM - DCA

BHMDCA

Birmingham

Wed 4/8

4:15 pm-10:25 pm

1 stop5h 10m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 4/15

7:55 am-3:35 pm

2 stops8h 40m

$345

BirminghamWashington, D.C.

BHM - DCA

BHMDCA

Birmingham

Thu 5/7

2:40 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop7h 05m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 5/8

6:10 am-3:00 pm

2 stops9h 50m

$401

BirminghamWashington, D.C.

BHM - DCA

BHMDCA

Birmingham

Thu 4/30

6:30 am-4:35 pm

2 stops9h 05m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 5/3

6:00 am-1:00 pm

1 stop8h 00m

$401

BirminghamWashington, D.C.

BHM - DCA

BHMDCA

Birmingham

Thu 4/16

5:40 am-12:05 pm

1 stop5h 25m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 4/17

1:00 pm-4:35 pm

1 stop4h 35m

$406

BirminghamWashington, D.C.

BHM - DCA

BHMDCA

Birmingham

Wed 4/15

10:10 am-6:40 pm

2 stops7h 30m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 4/19

6:00 am-1:00 pm

2 stops8h 00m

$408

BirminghamWashington, D.C.

BHM - DCA

BHMDCA

Birmingham

Thu 4/16

5:15 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop4h 35m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 4/19

6:00 am-1:00 pm

2 stops8h 00m

$411

BirminghamWashington, D.C.

BHM - DCA

BHMDCA

Birmingham

Mon 5/11

6:30 am-4:35 pm

2 stops9h 05m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 5/14

4:25 pm-10:50 pm

2 stops7h 25m

$418
Quickest round-trip

BirminghamWashington, D.C.

BHM - DCA

BHMDCA

Birmingham

Wed 3/18

11:25 am-5:20 pm

1 stop4h 55m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 3/21

7:10 am-10:55 am

1 stop4h 45m

$423

BirminghamWashington, D.C.

BHM - DCA

BHMDCA

Birmingham

Mon 3/30

6:35 am-3:15 pm

1 stop7h 40m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 4/10

5:15 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop6h 35m

$429

BirminghamWashington, D.C.

BHM - DCA

BHMDCA

Birmingham

Thu 5/14

5:45 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop5h 05m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 5/17

2:35 pm-10:15 pm

2 stops8h 40m

$433

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Compare providers for flights from Birmingham to Reagan-National

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
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 March.
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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Reagan-National from Birmingham with our price prediction graph.
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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 March 13, 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 $260). 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 March 15, 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 March 15, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest,Delta, andAmerican 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
4,318 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

KOA - HNL

pretty smooth and fast service ever, that flight is very helpful each and everyone for price and also fright for free..
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,318 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,318 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

KOA - HNL

pretty smooth and fast service ever, that flight is very helpful each and everyone for price and also fright for free..
Delta
7.9
Good
8,293 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,318 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

KOA - HNL

pretty smooth and fast service ever, that flight is very helpful each and everyone for price and also fright for free..
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,472 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,318 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

KOA - HNL

pretty smooth and fast service ever, that flight is very helpful each and everyone for price and also fright for free..

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 4 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 10m. There are 652 mi between Birmingham, Alabama and Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport.

  • 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 $251, and Southwest, from $316. Delta is 51% 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 Southwest, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $128. American Airlines flights start at $143 while deals on Delta start at $178 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 PSA Airlines (66%), Alaska Airlines (64%) and American Airlines (60%).

  • 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 $152. On average you can expect to pay $427. The most popular route, (Birmingham - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National), can usually be booked for $355.

  • 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 $260). 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 March 15, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$198Average$256FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$251Average$411FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$316Average$428FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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