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

According to our current data, Frontier ($117), Spirit Airlines ($136), and Southwest ($185) offers the cheapest pricing from Dallas to Washington, D.C.. These flights start at 52% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Dallas to Washington, D.C. are Spirit Airlines ($79), Frontier ($81), and Southwest ($90).

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

The best time to book flights from Dallas to Washington, D.C. is 90 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Dallas to Washington, D.C.?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dallas to Washington, D.C. (average of $309). Flying from Dallas to Washington, D.C. in June is currently the most expensive (average of $373). 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 day to fly from Dallas to Washington, D.C.?

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Dallas to Washington, D.C. flight should consider departing on Saturday at noon 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.

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

The most flights from A78 to WAS are scheduled on a Wednesday (31 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (24 on average).

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Washington, D.C. 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. when rainfall is around 2.6 in.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Washington, D.C., 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).

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

When deciding which route to take from Dallas to Washington, D.C. consider Dallas/Fort Worth - Baltimore/Washington, Dallas/Fort Worth - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl or Dallas/Fort Worth - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National as they are the most popular.

What are the cheapest flights from Dallas to Washington, D.C.?

The cheapest flight price from Dallas to Washington, D.C. is $90. On average you can expect to pay $767. The most popular route, (Dallas/Fort Worth - Baltimore/Washington), can usually be booked for $122.

What are the most reliable airlines from Dallas to Washington, D.C.?

Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Dallas to Washington, D.C. on time: Brussels Airlines (79%), United Airlines (74%), Mesa Airlines (69%).

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Dallas to Washington, D.C.?

American Airlines, Delta and Frontier are the most popular airlines when flying from Dallas to Washington, D.C..

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

Departing on a Wednesday is a good option for securing a great price. You can expect to save up to 33% when planning your travel around this day of the week.

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

When searching for a good deal, it’s best to be prepared for potential fluctuations in price. We recommend booking at least 31 days in advance, which can save you up to 48% on flights from Dallas to Washington, D.C. compared to booking the week you need them. Waiting 31 days out may not be for everyone, so we have options available for flights within the next two weeks, with the lowest price starting at $203. For sooner than that we have options available in the next 3 days from $367.

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

February can be a great time to fly to Washington, D.C. from Dallas with a flight ticket averaging about $247. Cheapflights users have found deals in the month of February for as cheap as $88. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of December.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from DFW to WAS?

It’s optimal to fly from Dallas to Washington, D.C. at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 35% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

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

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

How can I find direct flights from Dallas 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 Dallas to Washington, D.C..

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

Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Dallas 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.

$73+ Flights from Dallas to Washington, D.C.

Round-trip from	$117 (Cheapflightsfares)
One-way from	$79 (FlightHub)
Popular in	December
Cheapest in	February
Average price	$244

Basic Economy allows a personal item only; no carry-on bags unless you're a Premier member.

Economy Plus offers extra legroom seats at the front of the economy cabin for MileagePlus Premier members.

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Frontier	Cheapest$58	Average$198	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time62%
Spirit Airlines	Cheapest$81	Average$198	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time65%
United Airlines	Cheapest$154	Average$342	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%
Southwest	Cheapest$158	Average$328	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time63%
Delta	Cheapest$159	Average$363	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A
American Airlines	Cheapest$179	Average$423	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%

$73+ Cheap flights from Dallas to Washington, D.C. (WAS)

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