Cheap flights from Birmingham (BHM) to Washington, D.C. (WAS) from $119

This is the cheapest one-way flight price, found on 9/19. Prices may vary by date and flight preferences.
BHM — WAS
Sep 26 — Oct 31

The best prices from Birmingham to Washington, D.C. are usually found in April or October, booked 60 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Saturday

How to find the cheapest flight from Birmingham (BHM) to Washington, D.C. (WAS)

All the information you need to plan the best BHM to WAS flight in 2023: compare Birmingham to Washington, D.C. flight prices with the expected peak season, weather and rainfall in Washington, D.C..

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$389

Round-trip from

$237
High demand for flights, 19% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 22% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in September 2023
From Birmingham to Washington, D.C. (WAS)

BHM - WAS

Price

$237 - $375

WAS

Temperature

35.6 - 80.6 °F

WAS

Rainfall

2.6 - 4 inches

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

It’s generally more expensive to depart on a Monday, if you have to leave on this day you can still search on Cheapflights to find great options that meet your needs.

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

To save on the cost of your flight from Birmingham, Alabama to Washington, D.C., book at least 60 days before your planned departure. Booking around this time can save you about 39% on the cost of this flight compared to booking a flight leaving this week. We have found prices from $479 if you need a flight within two weeks. For flights within the next 72 hours, you can find tickets from as low as $541.

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

Our data shows that April tends to be the cheapest month to fly to Washington, D.C. from Birmingham, Alabama. Users have commonly found prices around $426 for the month, but tickets can be as low as $235. Due to multiple factors, prepare for potentially higher prices in July.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Birmingham, Alabama to Washington, D.C. (BHM - WAS)?

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Birmingham, Alabama to Washington, D.C. in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 39% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

Cheap Delta flights from Birmingham to Washington, D.C.

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Cheap American Airlines flights from Birmingham to Washington, D.C.

Browse through some of the cheapest American Airlines flights traveling from Birmingham to Washington, D.C.. Deals frequently update to provide users with more options.

Cheap Birmingham to Washington, D.C. flights in September & October 2023

The best prices found for BHM to WAS flights for September, October
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Birmingham to Washington, D.C. 2023 flight deals

Cheap flights to Washington, D.C. from Birmingham found for this year
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Non-stop flights to Washington, D.C. from Birmingham

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Birmingham to Washington, D.C. flights leaving soon

Late deals on return flights to Washington, D.C. from Birmingham, departing today and this week
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One-way flights to Washington, D.C. from Birmingham

The cheapest one-way flights from Birmingham to Washington, D.C.
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$238 - $386

Route

Depart

Return

Price

BirminghamWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

BHM - DCA

BHMDCA

Birmingham

Tue 10/24

Nonstop2h 08m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 11/1

Nonstop2h 13m

BirminghamWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

BHM - DCA

BHMDCA

Birmingham

Tue 10/24

Nonstop2h 08m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 11/1

1 stop4h 36m

BirminghamWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

BHM - DCA

BHMDCA

Birmingham

Thu 10/26

Nonstop2h 08m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 10/31

Nonstop2h 16m

BirminghamWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

BHM - IAD

BHMIAD

Birmingham

Tue 12/19

1 stop4h 32m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 1/4

1 stop4h 10m

BirminghamWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

BHM - DCA

BHMDCA

Birmingham

Tue 12/19

1 stop6h 29m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 1/4

1 stop5h 05m

BirminghamBaltimore/Washington

BHM - BWI

BHMBWI

Birmingham

Tue 12/19

1 stop3h 25m

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 1/4

1 stop6h 05m

BirminghamWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

BHM - IAD

BHMIAD

Birmingham

Tue 11/28

1 stop4h 51m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 11/29

1 stop3h 21m

BirminghamBaltimore/Washington

BHM - BWI

BHMBWI

Birmingham

Thu 10/26

1 stop4h 35m

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 10/29

1 stop4h 03m

BirminghamWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

BHM - IAD

BHMIAD

Birmingham

Tue 11/28

2 stops12h 31m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 11/29

1 stop5h 43m

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Deals found on 9/21

Reviews of airlines servicing Washington, D.C.

See what other customers who have flown with Delta, American Airlines and United Airlines from Birmingham to Washington, D.C. have to say. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
3,016 reviews

Boarding

8.0

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

La attenzione in volo e sta gentilissima e il personale molto competente.

Delta
7.9
Good
3,016 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
3,016 reviews

Boarding

8.0

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

La attenzione in volo e sta gentilissima e il personale molto competente.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
1,887 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
3,016 reviews

Boarding

8.0

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

La attenzione in volo e sta gentilissima e il personale molto competente.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
2,635 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
3,016 reviews

Boarding

8.0

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

La attenzione in volo e sta gentilissima e il personale molto competente.

WestJet
7.2
Good
916 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
3,016 reviews

Boarding

8.0

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

La attenzione in volo e sta gentilissima e il personale molto competente.

Related info for your journey

Useful info, stats and facts about Birmingham to Washington, D.C. flights.

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.. 3 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 2 outbound flights to Washington, D.C. per day.

Can I find flights from Birmingham, Alabama to Washington, D.C. for under $300 on Cheapflights?

Yes, there are multiple flights from Birmingham, Alabama to Washington, D.C. for under $300. The cheapest flight booked recently is on American Airlines for just $238, but on average you can expect to pay $259.

Are there nonstop flights from Birmingham, Alabama to Washington, D.C. for under $300 on Cheapflights?

Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from Birmingham, Alabama to Washington, D.C. under $300. A good price for a nonstop flight from Birmingham, Alabama to Washington, D.C. is less than $411.

Are there last-minute flights available from Birmingham, Alabama to Washington, D.C. for under $500?

There are currently 20+ open flights from Birmingham, Alabama to Washington, D.C. within the next 7 days for less than $500.

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

Currently priced at $238, American Airlines will fly you from Birmingham, Alabama to Washington, D.C. and back. In addition to American Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Check Cheapflights for deals on Delta for as low as $255. Users have found that American Airlines is 44% 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 American Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $119. Users have also found prices from $127 and $233 on Delta and United Airlines, respectively.

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

What does BHM to IAD mean?

These are just IATA (International Air Transport Association) codes. They are used in aviation to identify and differentiate airports. That’s why a Birmingham Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flight would often be abbreviated as a BHM to IAD flight. This flight route has multiple associated airports, so we think it might be helpful to learn the name and codes of them as well. They are Baltimore/Washington Airport (BWI), Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport (DCA).

Top 3 airlines flying from Birmingham to Washington, D.C.

The chart below displays the airlines Cheapflights users traveling from Birmingham to Washington, D.C. choose most often. Cheapest and average prices are based on aggregated data from the past 12 months.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$151Average$344FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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DeltaCheapest$177Average$433FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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American AirlinesCheapest$251Average$456FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Hourly flight availability from Birmingham to Washington, D.C.

See what time of day planes typically take off from Birmingham to Washington, D.C.
30%of flight departuresEarly morningMidnight to 6 am
33%of flight departuresMorning6 am to noon
37%of flight departuresAfternoonNoon to 6 pm
0%of flight departuresEvening6 pm to midnight
Midnight
6 AM
Noon
6 PM

Weekly flight availability from Birmingham to Washington, D.C.

See how many times per day planes take to the skies headed from Birmingham to Washington, D.C.
Sunday3daily flights
Monday3daily flights
Tuesday3daily flights
Wednesday3daily flights
Thursday3daily flights
Friday3daily flights
Saturday2daily flights
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