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$89+ Cheap flights from Birmingham, AL (BHM) to Washington, D.C. (WAS)

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 8/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BHM — WAS
Aug 3 — Aug 101
Sun 8/3
Sun 8/10
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Birmingham to Washington, D.C.

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Birmingham (BHM) to Washington, D.C. (WAS). 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 July 29, 2025.

Round-trip from

$205
(Booking.com)

One-way from

$89
(FlightHub)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$391

Good round-trip deal

$237 or less

Good one-way deal

$191 or less
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Birmingham to Washington, D.C.. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 29, 2025.

This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/114:31 pmBHM - BWI
1 stop5h 54mSpirit Airlines
Thu 9/189:38 amBWI - BHM
1 stop6h 58mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/28$205
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
Tue 8/266:14 amBHM - DCA
Nonstop2h 10mAmerican Airlines
Tue 8/261:58 pmDCA - BHM
Nonstop2h 06mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/28$217
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/2610:05 amBHM - BWI
Nonstop2h 00mSouthwest
Tue 9/28:20 amBWI - BHM
Nonstop2h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 7/27$217
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 8/266:05 amBHM - DCA
1 stop6h 05mSouthwest
Tue 8/263:15 pmDCA - BHM
1 stop5h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 7/28$236
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Thu 10/94:33 pmBHM - BWI
1 stop4h 36mDelta
Tue 10/146:00 amBWI - BHM
1 stop4h 47mDelta
Deal found 7/29$244
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 8/215:00 amBHM - IAD
1 stop6h 48mAmerican Airlines
Mon 8/257:25 pmIAD - BHM
1 stop4h 11mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/29$271
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Sat 10/115:57 pmBHM - IAD
1 stop4h 21mDelta
Tue 10/1412:27 pmIAD - BHM
1 stop3h 48mDelta
Deal found 7/29$365
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Sat 10/1112:29 pmBHM - DCA
1 stop3h 50mDelta
Tue 10/1412:31 pmDCA - BHM
1 stop3h 44mDelta
Deal found 7/29$365
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Mon 9/811:28 amBHM - IAD
3 stops22h 53mMultiple Airlines
Wed 9/105:40 pmIAD - BHM
3 stops22h 56mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/28$456
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/107:30 amBHM - IAD
2 stops12h 44mUnited Airlines
Fri 9/1210:15 pmIAD - BHM
2 stops21h 34mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/28$480

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Birmingham to Washington, D.C. that are best for you.

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Birmingham

Fly to

Washington, D.C.

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Depart

Return

Price

BirminghamBaltimore

BHM - BWI

BHMBWI

Birmingham

Thu 9/11

4:31 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop5h 54m

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 9/18

9:38 am-3:36 pm

1 stop6h 58m

$205

BirminghamWashington, D.C.

BHM - DCA

BHMDCA

Birmingham

Tue 8/26

6:14 am-9:24 am

Nonstop2h 10m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 8/26

1:58 pm-3:04 pm

Nonstop2h 06m

$217

BirminghamBaltimore

BHM - BWI

BHMBWI

Birmingham

Tue 8/26

10:05 am-1:05 pm

Nonstop2h 00m

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 9/2

8:20 am-9:25 am

Nonstop2h 05m

$217

BirminghamWashington, D.C.

BHM - DCA

BHMDCA

Birmingham

Tue 8/26

7:10 am-12:55 pm

1 stop4h 45m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 8/30

4:30 pm-8:10 pm

1 stop4h 40m

$236

BirminghamBaltimore

BHM - BWI

BHMBWI

Birmingham

Thu 10/9

4:33 pm-10:09 pm

1 stop4h 36m

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 10/14

6:00 am-9:47 am

1 stop4h 47m

$244

BirminghamWashington, D.C.

BHM - IAD

BHMIAD

Birmingham

Thu 8/21

5:00 am-12:48 pm

1 stop6h 48m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 8/25

7:25 pm-10:36 pm

1 stop4h 11m

$271

BirminghamWashington, D.C.

BHM - IAD

BHMIAD

Birmingham

Sat 10/11

5:57 pm-11:18 pm

1 stop4h 21m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 10/14

12:27 pm-3:15 pm

1 stop3h 48m

$365

BirminghamWashington, D.C.

BHM - DCA

BHMDCA

Birmingham

Sat 10/11

12:29 pm-5:19 pm

1 stop3h 50m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 10/14

12:31 pm-3:15 pm

1 stop3h 44m

$365

BirminghamWashington, D.C.

BHM - IAD

BHMIAD

Birmingham

Mon 9/8

11:28 am-11:21 am

3 stops22h 53m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 9/10

5:40 pm-3:36 pm

3 stops22h 56m

$456

BirminghamWashington, D.C.

BHM - IAD

BHMIAD

Birmingham

Wed 9/10

7:30 am-9:14 pm

2 stops12h 44m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 9/12

10:15 pm-6:49 pm

2 stops21h 34m

$480

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Birmingham to Washington, D.C.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Birmingham, Alabama to Washington, D.C.?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Birmingham to Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on July 25, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Birmingham, Alabama to Washington, D.C., you should look to book at least 64 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.?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Birmingham, Alabama to Washington, D.C. (average of $241). Flying from Birmingham, Alabama to Washington, D.C. in March is currently the most expensive (average of $290). 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 WAS?

Find hourly flight availability from Birmingham to Washington, D.C.. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 29, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Birmingham, Alabama to Washington, D.C. in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 13% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Birmingham, Alabama to Washington, D.C.?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Birmingham to Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on July 20, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Birmingham, Alabama to Washington, D.C. flight should consider departing on Sunday 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 Birmingham, Alabama to Washington, D.C.?

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Birmingham, Alabama to Washington, D.C.?

Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Birmingham, Alabama to Washington, D.C. chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

Chicago (ORD) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 75% of 1-stop itineraries from Birmingham, Alabama to Washington, D.C. on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Birmingham, Alabama to Washington, D.C.?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Birmingham, Alabama to Washington, D.C., chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

Fort Lauderdale (FLL) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $181.

What’s the fastest layover option from Birmingham, Alabama to Washington, D.C.?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Birmingham, Alabama to Washington, D.C., based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via Fort Lauderdale (FLL) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 3h 01m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Birmingham, Alabama to Washington, D.C.?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Birmingham, Alabama to Washington, D.C., chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Chicago (ORD) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 24m.

Reviews of airlines servicing Washington, D.C.

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Washington, D.C.. 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 Washington, D.C.. Reviews last updated July 29, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Birmingham to Washington, D.C. 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
4,238 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Gina,Jul 2025

LAS - DEN

We experienced bad weather, which turned our 1.5 hour flight from Las Vegas to Denver, into 3.5. The pilot and crew kept us updated and explained that we had to circle and or possibly redirect to another airport. After circling for sometime, we were able to land smoothly in Denver. Thank you to all the flight crew, tower control, and all who got us to our destination safely.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Gina,Jul 2025

LAS - DEN

We experienced bad weather, which turned our 1.5 hour flight from Las Vegas to Denver, into 3.5. The pilot and crew kept us updated and explained that we had to circle and or possibly redirect to another airport. After circling for sometime, we were able to land smoothly in Denver. Thank you to all the flight crew, tower control, and all who got us to our destination safely.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,977 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Gina,Jul 2025

LAS - DEN

We experienced bad weather, which turned our 1.5 hour flight from Las Vegas to Denver, into 3.5. The pilot and crew kept us updated and explained that we had to circle and or possibly redirect to another airport. After circling for sometime, we were able to land smoothly in Denver. Thank you to all the flight crew, tower control, and all who got us to our destination safely.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,899 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Gina,Jul 2025

LAS - DEN

We experienced bad weather, which turned our 1.5 hour flight from Las Vegas to Denver, into 3.5. The pilot and crew kept us updated and explained that we had to circle and or possibly redirect to another airport. After circling for sometime, we were able to land smoothly in Denver. Thank you to all the flight crew, tower control, and all who got us to our destination safely.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Gina,Jul 2025

LAS - DEN

We experienced bad weather, which turned our 1.5 hour flight from Las Vegas to Denver, into 3.5. The pilot and crew kept us updated and explained that we had to circle and or possibly redirect to another airport. After circling for sometime, we were able to land smoothly in Denver. Thank you to all the flight crew, tower control, and all who got us to our destination safely.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,040 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Gina,Jul 2025

LAS - DEN

We experienced bad weather, which turned our 1.5 hour flight from Las Vegas to Denver, into 3.5. The pilot and crew kept us updated and explained that we had to circle and or possibly redirect to another airport. After circling for sometime, we were able to land smoothly in Denver. Thank you to all the flight crew, tower control, and all who got us to our destination safely.

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

    Birmingham (BHM), located 4.3 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Birmingham to Washington, D.C.. 4 airlines have flights from Birmingham to Washington, D.C. on a regular basis. Booking flights from Birmingham to Washington, D.C. should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 1 outbound flight to Washington, D.C. per day.

  • How popular is this Birmingham, Alabama to Washington, D.C. flight route?

    Flights from Birmingham to Washington, D.C. have been viewed 10 times in the past calendar month.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Birmingham, Alabama to Washington, D.C. round-trip?

    Currently priced at $205, Spirit Airlines will fly you from Birmingham, Alabama to Washington, D.C. and back. In addition to Spirit Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from American Airlines and Southwest - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $217 and $217, respectively. Users have found that Spirit Airlines is 49% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Birmingham, Alabama to Washington, D.C. one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Spirit Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $89. Users have also found prices from $109 and $109 on American Airlines and Southwest, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Birmingham, Alabama to Washington, D.C.?

    While some choose either Birmingham - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl or Birmingham - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National, Birmingham - Baltimore/Washington is the most popular route from Birmingham, Alabama to Washington, D.C..

  • What are the cheapest flights from Birmingham, Alabama to Washington, D.C.?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $112. While the most popular route (Birmingham - Baltimore/Washington) can be booked for $205 on average our data indicates $343 when flying from Birmingham, Alabama to Washington, D.C..

  • Can I find deals for flights from Birmingham to Washington, D.C. that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Birmingham to Washington, D.C. flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Birmingham to Washington, D.C.?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Birmingham to Washington, D.C..

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Birmingham to Washington, D.C.?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Birmingham to Washington, D.C. 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.?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Birmingham, Alabama to Washington, D.C. (average of $241). Flying from Birmingham, Alabama to Washington, D.C. in March is currently the most expensive (average of $290). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$175Average$272FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$198Average$400FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$256Average$407FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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