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$62+ Cheap flights from Philadelphia (PHL) to Dulles Intl (IAD)

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PHL — IAD
Jan 3 — Jan 101
Sat 1/3
Sat 1/10
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Philadelphia to Dulles Intl

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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Philadelphia to Dulles Intl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 4, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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.
Mon 12/296:00 amPHL - IAD
Nonstop1h 15mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/110:20 pmIAD - PHL
Nonstop1h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/2$179
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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.
Tue 12/232:50 pmPHL - IAD
Nonstop1h 15mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/2810:20 pmIAD - PHL
Nonstop1h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/3$194
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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.
Thu 12/182:50 pmPHL - IAD
Nonstop1h 15mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/228:40 amIAD - PHL
Nonstop1h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/2$209
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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.
Wed 12/2410:39 amPHL - IAD
Nonstop1h 16mUnited Airlines
Sat 12/2710:20 pmIAD - PHL
Nonstop1h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/2$239
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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.
Thu 12/256:00 amPHL - IAD
Nonstop1h 15mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/2810:20 pmIAD - PHL
Nonstop1h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/2$240
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/4. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/198:00 amPHL - IAD
1 stop7h 46mFrontier
Sun 1/186:00 amIAD - PHL
1 stop12h 46mFrontier
Deal found 12/4$249
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/4. 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.
Tue 12/236:00 amPHL - IAD
Nonstop1h 15mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/3112:55 pmIAD - PHL
Nonstop1h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/4$254
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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.
Wed 12/310:33 amPHL - IAD
Nonstop1h 07mUnited Airlines
Sat 1/312:55 pmIAD - PHL
Nonstop1h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/3$259
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/316:00 amPHL - IAD
2 stops31h 25mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/75:42 pmIAD - PHL
1 stop7h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/3$265
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/710:22 amPHL - IAD
1 stop28h 43mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/99:00 amIAD - PHL
1 stop7h 31mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/2$281
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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.
Tue 12/3010:39 amPHL - IAD
Nonstop1h 16mUnited Airlines
Tue 1/610:28 pmIAD - PHL
1 stop16h 03mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/2$282

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Philadelphia (PHL) to Dulles Intl (IAD). 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 December 4, 2025.

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eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$144
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$62
(Kiwi.com)

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August

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$473

Good round-trip deal

$507 or less

Good one-way deal

$307 or less
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport that are best for you.

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Philadelphia

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Dulles Intl

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Price

PhiladelphiaWashington, D.C.

PHL - IAD

PHLIAD

Philadelphia

Mon 12/29

6:00 am-7:15 am

Nonstop1h 15m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 1/1

10:20 pm-11:30 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

$179

PhiladelphiaWashington, D.C.

PHL - IAD

PHLIAD

Philadelphia

Wed 12/31

10:39 am-11:55 am

Nonstop1h 16m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 1/7

8:20 am-9:37 am

Nonstop1h 17m

$179

PhiladelphiaWashington, D.C.

PHL - IAD

PHLIAD

Philadelphia

Tue 12/23

2:50 pm-4:05 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 12/28

10:20 pm-11:30 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

$194

PhiladelphiaWashington, D.C.

PHL - IAD

PHLIAD

Philadelphia

Fri 12/19

2:50 pm-4:05 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 1/18

8:20 am-9:38 am

Nonstop1h 18m

$194

PhiladelphiaWashington, D.C.

PHL - IAD

PHLIAD

Philadelphia

Tue 12/23

2:50 pm-4:05 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 12/27

10:20 pm-11:30 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

$194

PhiladelphiaWashington, D.C.

PHL - IAD

PHLIAD

Philadelphia

Fri 12/26

10:39 am-11:55 am

Nonstop1h 16m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 12/28

10:20 pm-11:30 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

$194

PhiladelphiaWashington, D.C.

PHL - IAD

PHLIAD

Philadelphia

Thu 12/18

2:50 pm-4:05 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 12/22

8:40 am-9:55 am

Nonstop1h 15m

$209

PhiladelphiaWashington, D.C.

PHL - IAD

PHLIAD

Philadelphia

Sat 12/20

6:00 am-7:15 am

Nonstop1h 15m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 12/21

10:20 pm-11:30 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

$209

PhiladelphiaWashington, D.C.

PHL - IAD

PHLIAD

Philadelphia

Mon 2/16

8:02 pm-9:16 pm

Nonstop1h 14m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 3/4

12:55 pm-2:10 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

$239

PhiladelphiaWashington, D.C.

PHL - IAD

PHLIAD

Philadelphia

Wed 12/24

10:39 am-11:55 am

Nonstop1h 16m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 12/27

10:20 pm-11:30 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

$239

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Philadelphia to Dulles Intl in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice 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 Philadelphia-Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Philadelphia-Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Philadelphia-Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Philadelphia-Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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. Dulles Intl 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 Dulles Intl

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Dulles Intl from Philadelphia with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (average of $48). Flying from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport in January is currently the most expensive (average of $182). 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 IAD?

Find hourly flight availability from Philadelphia to Dulles Intl. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 4, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 29% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Philadelphia to Dulles Intl. Price data was last updated on November 29, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Philadelphia to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flight should consider departing on Thursday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at noon 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 Philadelphia to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

The best insider tips for Philadelphia to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Philadelphia to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport trip
Airports
PHL

For efficient check-in, verify your airline’s terminal before arriving at PHL. Terminals are spread out, and only some are linked by indoor walkways.

Read more about PHLby Mark Chesnut
IAD

The Silver Line Metro reaches IAD in under 40 minutes, offering a cheap and convenient way to get to Washington, D.C.

Read more about IADby Ramsey Qubein
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Ramsey Qubein

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Reviews of airlines servicing Dulles Intl

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Dulles Intl. 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 Dulles Intl. Reviews last updated December 4, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport, such as United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,066 reviews

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sunderesh,Dec 2025

AUS - EWR

Smooth flight from Austin to Newark. The crew was friendly.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,066 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,066 reviews

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sunderesh,Dec 2025

AUS - EWR

Smooth flight from Austin to Newark. The crew was friendly.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl?

    If you book a flight to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl from Philadelphia, you will be flying from Philadelphia, which is the city’s only airport. Philadelphia (PHL) is located 7.0 mi from the center of Philadelphia. There are 9 flights from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl per day from 1 airline.

  • How long is the flight from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    For as low as $179, United Airlines can have you in Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport from Philadelphia in 1h 15m. There are 134 mi between Philadelphia and Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport. All flights are typically nonstop.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport round-trip?

    Flying on United Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport, with prices starting at $189. United Airlines is currently priced 47% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    Consider CommutAir (100%), ANA (100%) or Mesa Airlines (100%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    The cheapest flight price from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport is $218. On average you can expect to pay $1,118. The most popular route, (Philadelphia - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl), can usually be booked for $179.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Philadelphia to Dulles Intl that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Philadelphia to Dulles Intl flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Philadelphia to Dulles Intl?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Philadelphia to Dulles Intl?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Philadelphia to Dulles Intl 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. Dulles Intl Airport?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (average of $48). Flying from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport in January is currently the most expensive (average of $182). 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 Dulles Intl

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$189Average$356FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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