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$90+ Cheap flights from Dayton (DAY) 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 5/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DAY — WAS
May 4 — May 111
Sun 5/4
Sun 5/11
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Dayton (DAY) 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 April 29, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$194
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$90
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$245

Good round-trip deal

$260 or less

Good one-way deal

$164 or less
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Cheapest flights from Dayton to Washington, D.C.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Dayton to Washington, D.C.. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 29, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Fri 5/167:40 pmDAY - IAD
Nonstop1h 36mUnited Airlines
Mon 5/195:15 pmIAD - DAY
Nonstop1h 38mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/28$194
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Fri 5/169:34 amDAY - DCA
Nonstop1h 26mAmerican Airlines
Mon 5/195:29 pmDCA - DAY
Nonstop1h 41mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/28$194
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/259:00 amDAY - DCA
1 stop7h 20mDelta
Sat 5/317:59 amDCA - DAY
1 stop6h 38mDelta
Deal found 4/28$199
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Tue 6/36:45 pmDAY - IAD
1 stop4h 50mDelta
Tue 6/106:00 amIAD - DAY
1 stop4h 31mDelta
Deal found 4/29$209
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Fri 5/307:40 pmDAY - BWI
1 stop4h 13mAmerican Airlines
Tue 6/310:53 amBWI - DAY
1 stop6h 11mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/28$229
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/306:00 amDAY - DCA
1 stop5h 59mUnited Airlines
Sun 6/16:25 amDCA - DAY
1 stop4h 48mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29$235
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Sat 6/75:23 pmDAY - IAD
1 stop6h 36mAmerican Airlines
Wed 6/115:41 pmIAD - DAY
1 stop4h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/28$251
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Fri 5/306:45 pmDAY - BWI
1 stop6h 03mDelta
Sun 6/15:40 amBWI - DAY
1 stop4h 43mDelta
Deal found 4/29$254
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/149:20 amDAY - BWI
1 stop4h 56mUnited Airlines
Sun 5/186:45 amBWI - DAY
1 stop4h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29$299
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/72:41 pmDAY - IAD
3 stops44h 43mMultiple Airlines
Wed 6/115:40 pmIAD - DAY
3 stops27h 02mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/28$561
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/1411:19 amDAY - BWI
3 stops24h 27mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/186:41 amBWI - DAY
3 stops37h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$674

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Dayton to Washington, D.C. that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 29, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Dayton to Washington, D.C. that are best for you.

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Dayton

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Washington, D.C.

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Return

Price

DaytonWashington, D.C.

DAY - IAD

DAYIAD

Dayton

Fri 5/16

7:40 pm-9:16 pm

Nonstop1h 36m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 5/19

5:15 pm-6:53 pm

Nonstop1h 38m

$194

DaytonWashington, D.C.

DAY - DCA

DAYDCA

Dayton

Fri 5/16

9:34 am-11:00 am

Nonstop1h 26m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 5/19

5:29 pm-7:10 pm

Nonstop1h 41m

$194

DaytonWashington, D.C.

DAY - DCA

DAYDCA

Dayton

Sun 5/25

9:00 am-4:20 pm

1 stop7h 20m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 5/31

7:59 am-2:37 pm

1 stop6h 38m

$199

DaytonWashington, D.C.

DAY - IAD

DAYIAD

Dayton

Tue 6/3

6:45 pm-11:35 pm

1 stop4h 50m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 6/10

6:00 am-10:31 am

1 stop4h 31m

$209

DaytonBaltimore

DAY - BWI

DAYBWI

Dayton

Tue 6/3

11:08 am-5:12 pm

1 stop6h 04m

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 6/10

4:45 pm-12:12 am

1 stop7h 27m

$229

DaytonWashington, D.C.

DAY - DCA

DAYDCA

Dayton

Fri 5/30

6:00 am-11:59 am

1 stop5h 59m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 6/1

6:25 am-11:13 am

1 stop4h 48m

$235

DaytonBaltimore

DAY - BWI

DAYBWI

Dayton

Tue 5/13

9:20 am-2:16 pm

1 stop4h 56m

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 5/17

6:45 am-1:15 pm

1 stop6h 30m

$239

DaytonWashington, D.C.

DAY - IAD

DAYIAD

Dayton

Sat 6/7

5:23 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop6h 36m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 6/11

5:41 pm-10:10 pm

1 stop4h 29m

$251

DaytonBaltimore

DAY - BWI

DAYBWI

Dayton

Fri 5/9

5:28 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop4h 37m

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 5/10

7:26 am-12:15 pm

1 stop4h 49m

$269

DaytonWashington, D.C.

DAY - IAD

DAYIAD

Dayton

Sat 6/7

2:41 pm-11:24 am

3 stops44h 43m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 6/11

5:40 pm-8:42 pm

3 stops27h 02m

$561

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Dayton to Washington, D.C. in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
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 Dayton-Washington, D.C. flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Dayton-Washington, D.C. flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Dayton-Washington, D.C. flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Dayton-Washington, D.C. 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 Dayton-Washington, D.C. 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 Dayton to Washington, D.C.

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Washington, D.C. from Dayton with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

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

The price you pay for your flight from Dayton to Washington, D.C. may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 26 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dayton to Washington, D.C. (average of $309). Flying from Dayton 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 time of day to fly from DAY to WAS?

Find hourly flight availability from Dayton 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 April 29, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Dayton to Washington, D.C. in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 51% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Dayton to Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Dayton to Washington, D.C. flight should consider departing on Saturday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Washington, D.C. by month

Plan your trip to Washington, D.C. by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

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.

Temperature in Washington, D.C. by month

Plan your trip to Washington, D.C. by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

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).

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 April 29, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Dayton to Washington, D.C., see what other customers have to say about Delta, United Airlines and American Airlines. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,929 reviews

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,929 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,929 reviews

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,929 reviews

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,929 reviews

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Dayton to Washington, D.C.. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Located just 10.0 mi from the city center, Dayton is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Washington, D.C. from Dayton. Booking flights from Dayton (DAY) to Washington, D.C. should be relatively easy as there are 6 daily outbound flights to Washington, D.C. from 3 different airlines.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Dayton to Washington, D.C. is United Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $194 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are American Airlines and Delta, starting at $194 and $199 round-trip. You may be able to fly from Dayton to Washington, D.C. for 30% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    $90 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from American Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Delta and United Airlines, with prices starting from $100 and $180, respectively.

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

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

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Dayton to Washington, D.C. consider choosing Copa Airlines (87%), Avianca (85%) or CommutAir (81%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Dayton to Washington, D.C.? While on average our users pay $1,020, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $156. The most popular route (Dayton - Baltimore/Washington), is priced around $229.

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dayton to Washington, D.C. (average of $309). Flying from Dayton 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.

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

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Dayton to Washington, D.C.. 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 April 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$189Average$333FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$189Average$311FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$227Average$303FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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