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$172+ Cheap flights from Philadelphia (PHL) 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 6/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PHL — DCA
May 17 — May 241
Sat 5/17
Sat 5/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Philadelphia to Reagan-National

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Philadelphia (PHL) 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 May 12, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Expedia
3 stars

Round-trip from

$179
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$172
(JetBlue)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$239

Good round-trip deal

$316 or less

Good one-way deal

$188 or less
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Cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Reagan-National
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Philadelphia to Reagan-National. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 12, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/2010:30 amPHL - DCA
Nonstop1h 03mAmerican Airlines
Sun 6/2210:40 pmDCA - PHL
Nonstop0h 57mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/12$179
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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 6/36:00 amPHL - DCA
1 stop7h 00mJetBlue
Wed 6/44:15 pmDCA - PHL
1 stop6h 14mJetBlue
Deal found 5/11$221
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/66:30 amPHL - DCA
1 stop5h 29mUnited Airlines
Sat 7/265:00 pmDCA - PHL
1 stop7h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/11$632
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/10. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/87:00 amPHL - DCA
1 stop14h 59mAlaska Airlines
Sun 6/155:02 pmDCA - PHL
1 stop12h 23mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 5/10$1,004

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

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Philadelphia

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Reagan-National

Route

Depart

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Price

PhiladelphiaWashington, D.C.

PHL - DCA

PHLDCA

Philadelphia

Fri 6/20

10:30 am-11:33 am

Nonstop1h 03m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 6/22

10:40 pm-11:37 pm

Nonstop0h 57m

$179

PhiladelphiaWashington, D.C.

PHL - DCA

PHLDCA

Philadelphia

Tue 6/3

6:00 am-1:00 pm

1 stop7h 00m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 6/4

4:15 pm-10:29 pm

1 stop6h 14m

$221

PhiladelphiaWashington, D.C.

PHL - DCA

PHLDCA

Philadelphia

Sun 7/6

6:30 am-11:59 am

1 stop5h 29m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 7/26

5:00 pm-12:30 am

1 stop7h 30m

$632

PhiladelphiaWashington, D.C.

PHL - DCA

PHLDCA

Philadelphia

Sun 6/8

7:00 am-9:59 pm

1 stop14h 59m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 6/15

5:02 pm-5:25 am

1 stop12h 23m

$1,004

PhiladelphiaWashington, D.C.

PHL - DCA

PHLDCA

Philadelphia

Thu 6/12

6:00 am-12:55 pm

1 stop6h 55m

$172

PhiladelphiaWashington, D.C.

PHL - DCA

PHLDCA

Philadelphia

Thu 6/12

12:45 pm-1:49 pm

Nonstop1h 04m

$204

PhiladelphiaWashington, D.C.

PHL - DCA

PHLDCA

Philadelphia

Mon 6/2

6:30 am-10:15 pm

2 stops15h 45m

$1,149

PhiladelphiaWashington, D.C.

PHL - DCA

PHLDCA

Philadelphia

Sun 5/18

8:40 am-6:56 pm

2 stops10h 16m

$8,844

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ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars

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

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

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport (average of $278). Flying from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $344). 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 PHL to DCA?

Find hourly flight availability from Philadelphia 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 May 12, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 48% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

Weekly flight availability from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Philadelphia to Reagan-National. 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 May 12, 2025.

The most flights from PHL to DCA are scheduled on a Monday (7 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (7 on average).

Rainfall in Reagan-National by month

Plan your trip to Reagan-National by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport ranges from 2.6 - 4.0 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.0 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport when rainfall is around 2.6 in.

Temperature in Reagan-National by month

Plan your trip to Reagan-National by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 80.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 35.6 F).

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 May 12, 2025.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,724 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
JetBlue
7.3
Good
2,924 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

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

    Philadelphia (PHL) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National. You should not have trouble finding flights to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National from Philadelphia; the airport handles an average of 7 outbound flights to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 1 airline has flights from the Philadelphia airport to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National. It is only a 7.0 mi journey to Philadelphia (PHL) from Philadelphia’s city center.

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

    Flying on American Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport, with prices starting at $179. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by JetBlue and United Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $221 and $632, respectively. These flights start at 30% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $172 on JetBlue. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include American Airlines from $204 and United Airlines from $1,149 one-way.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport are Republic Airways (96%), Alaska Airlines (88%) and American Airlines (88%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport is $89. On average you can expect to pay $286. The most popular route, (Philadelphia - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National), can usually be booked for $221.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport (average of $278). Flying from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $344). 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 airline flying from Philadelphia to Reagan-National

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Philadelphia 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 May 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$159Average$239FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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