Reagan-National

$79+ Cheap flights from Fort Lauderdale (FLL) 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 8/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
FLL — DCA
Jul 16 — Jul 231
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Cheapest flights from Fort Lauderdale to Reagan-National
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Fort Lauderdale to Reagan-National. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 16, 2026.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/118:25 pm
FLL
-
DCA
Nonstop2h 34m
JetBlue
Wed 9/94:35 pm
DCA
-
FLL
Nonstop2h 44m
JetBlue
Deal found 6/11$152
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/136:35 pm
FLL
-
DCA
Nonstop2h 30m
JetBlue
Tue 10/207:59 am
DCA
-
FLL
Nonstop2h 40m
JetBlue
Deal found 6/11$157
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 8/1110:55 am
FLL
-
DCA
Nonstop2h 35m
Southwest
Wed 9/910:45 am
DCA
-
FLL
1 stop6h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 6/11$167
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/147:30 am
FLL
-
DCA
Nonstop2h 27m
JetBlue
Mon 10/196:00 am
DCA
-
FLL
Nonstop2h 34m
JetBlue
Deal found 6/11$168
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/139:10 pm
FLL
-
DCA
Nonstop2h 30m
JetBlue
Mon 10/196:00 am
DCA
-
FLL
Nonstop2h 34m
JetBlue
Deal found 6/11$173
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/136:35 pm
FLL
-
DCA
Nonstop2h 30m
JetBlue
Sat 10/177:59 am
DCA
-
FLL
Nonstop2h 40m
JetBlue
Deal found 6/11$177
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/711:22 am
FLL
-
DCA
Nonstop2h 36m
American Airlines
Tue 8/118:00 am
DCA
-
FLL
Nonstop2h 42m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/11$178
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/17:30 am
FLL
-
DCA
Nonstop2h 29m
JetBlue
Tue 7/76:21 am
DCA
-
FLL
1 stop6h 26m
JetBlue
Deal found 6/14$183
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/1712:28 pm
FLL
-
DCA
Nonstop2h 30m
JetBlue
Mon 9/217:00 pm
DCA
-
FLL
Nonstop2h 43m
JetBlue
Deal found 6/11$184
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/189:10 pm
FLL
-
DCA
Nonstop2h 30m
JetBlue
Tue 10/207:20 pm
DCA
-
FLL
Nonstop2h 42m
JetBlue
Deal found 6/11$187

Find flight deals from Fort Lauderdale to Reagan-National

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Fort Lauderdale (FLL) 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 June 16, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$152
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$78
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$267

Good round-trip deal

$225 or less

Good one-way deal

$152 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Fort Lauderdale-Washington, D.C. Reagan-National flight deals.
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From Fort Lauderdale to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
One-way flight from Fort Lauderdale to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($20 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($5 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Fort Lauderdale to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Fort Lauderdale to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National.

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

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Price

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Fort LauderdaleWashington, D.C.

FLL - DCA

FLLDCA

Fort Lauderdale

Thu 7/16

8:55 pm-11:33 pm

Nonstop2h 38m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 7/21

3:10 pm-5:51 pm

Nonstop2h 41m

$197

Fort LauderdaleWashington, D.C.

FLL - DCA

FLLDCA

Fort Lauderdale

Thu 7/23

6:47 pm-9:25 pm

Nonstop2h 38m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 7/27

6:20 am-3:10 pm

1 stop8h 50m

$208

Fort LauderdaleWashington, D.C.

FLL - DCA

FLLDCA

Fort Lauderdale

Thu 9/24

12:00 pm-2:40 pm

Nonstop2h 40m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 9/27

6:00 am-11:30 am

1 stop5h 30m

$213

Fort LauderdaleWashington, D.C.

FLL - DCA

FLLDCA

Fort Lauderdale

Fri 9/25

6:23 pm-11:43 pm

1 stop5h 20m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 10/1

11:00 am-6:27 pm

1 stop7h 27m

$218

Fort LauderdaleWashington, D.C.

FLL - DCA

FLLDCA

Fort Lauderdale

Thu 7/16

11:40 am-2:20 pm

Nonstop2h 40m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 7/19

3:00 pm-5:45 pm

Nonstop2h 45m

$218

Fort LauderdaleWashington, D.C.

FLL - DCA

FLLDCA

Fort Lauderdale

Thu 7/9

3:00 pm-9:23 pm

1 stop6h 23m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 7/13

7:37 pm-12:39 am

1 stop5h 02m

$219

Fort LauderdaleWashington, D.C.

FLL - DCA

FLLDCA

Fort Lauderdale

Sat 7/4

5:25 am-10:18 am

1 stop4h 53m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 7/7

7:59 am-2:05 pm

1 stop6h 06m

$219

Fort LauderdaleWashington, D.C.

FLL - DCA

FLLDCA

Fort Lauderdale

Thu 7/30

3:00 pm-9:23 pm

1 stop6h 23m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 8/3

6:00 am-11:05 am

1 stop5h 05m

$219

Fort LauderdaleWashington, D.C.

FLL - DCA

FLLDCA

Fort Lauderdale

Fri 9/4

6:30 am-9:00 am

Nonstop2h 30m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 9/8

2:00 pm-10:25 pm

1 stop8h 25m

$226

Fort LauderdaleWashington, D.C.

FLL - DCA

FLLDCA

Fort Lauderdale

Fri 9/4

6:30 pm-11:48 pm

1 stop5h 18m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 9/8

6:00 am-1:20 pm

1 stop7h 20m

$226

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Fort Lauderdale to Reagan-National in June.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*1 star
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
Trip.comPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

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  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Fort Lauderdale-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 Fort Lauderdale-Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Fort Lauderdale-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 Fort Lauderdale-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 Fort Lauderdale-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.

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

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Fort Lauderdale to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport, you should look to book at least 75 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 Fort Lauderdale to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Fort Lauderdale to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport (average of $177). Flying from Fort Lauderdale to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $282). 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 FLL to DCA?

Find hourly flight availability from Fort Lauderdale 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 June 16, 2026.

It’s typically best to fly out from Fort Lauderdale to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 25% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Fort Lauderdale to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Fort Lauderdale to Reagan-National. Price data was last updated on June 13, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Fort Lauderdale to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport flight should consider departing on Monday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Fort Lauderdale to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

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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 June 16, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest,United Airlines, andAmerican Airlines from Fort Lauderdale 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.

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

La Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026

LAX - SLC

The second flight was not as comfortable as the first as we had to change planes to what seemed to be a slightly older aircraft. The seats weren’t as comfortable as the other plane. But it wasn’t bad.

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

La Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026

LAX - SLC

The second flight was not as comfortable as the first as we had to change planes to what seemed to be a slightly older aircraft. The seats weren’t as comfortable as the other plane. But it wasn’t bad.

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

La Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026

LAX - SLC

The second flight was not as comfortable as the first as we had to change planes to what seemed to be a slightly older aircraft. The seats weren’t as comfortable as the other plane. But it wasn’t bad.

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

La Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026

LAX - SLC

The second flight was not as comfortable as the first as we had to change planes to what seemed to be a slightly older aircraft. The seats weren’t as comfortable as the other plane. But it wasn’t bad.

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

La Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026

LAX - SLC

The second flight was not as comfortable as the first as we had to change planes to what seemed to be a slightly older aircraft. The seats weren’t as comfortable as the other plane. But it wasn’t bad.

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

La Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026

LAX - SLC

The second flight was not as comfortable as the first as we had to change planes to what seemed to be a slightly older aircraft. The seats weren’t as comfortable as the other plane. But it wasn’t bad.

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

    Most people fly from Fort Lauderdale (FLL) if they book a flight from Fort Lauderdale to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National. On average, Fort Lauderdale has 11 outbound flights to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National per day from 5 airlines. Fort Lauderdale is conveniently located just 3.4 mi from Fort Lauderdale’s city center.

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

    JetBlue and Southwest can get you from Fort Lauderdale to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport in just under 2h 34m. Your travel time will be generally consistent. The distance from Fort Lauderdale to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport is about 901 mi. Generally, flights for this route are nonstop.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Fort Lauderdale to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport round-trip from $38. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Southwest, from $110, and JetBlue, from $117. You may be able to fly from Fort Lauderdale to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport for 83% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Fort Lauderdale to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Frontier, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $41. However, be on the lookout for offers from JetBlue and American Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Fort Lauderdale to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport for a low price.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Fort Lauderdale to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport are Azul (80%), JetBlue (76%) and American Airlines (65%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from Fort Lauderdale to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport is $108. On average you can expect to pay $234. The most popular route, (Fort Lauderdale - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National), can usually be booked for $192.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Fort Lauderdale to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport (average of $177). Flying from Fort Lauderdale to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $282). 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 5 airlines flying from Fort Lauderdale to Reagan-National

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$38Average$91FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
SouthwestCheapest$110Average$244FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
JetBlueCheapest$117Average$229FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$122Average$234FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$127Average$252FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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