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$165+ 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 8/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DAY — WAS
Sep 2 — Sep 91
Wed 9/2
Wed 9/9
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Dayton to Washington, D.C.

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 August 3, 2026.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 9/117:48 pm
DAY
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IAD
Nonstop1h 35m
United Airlines
Wed 9/238:13 am
IAD
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DAY
Nonstop1h 33m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/30$259
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.
Tue 9/15:34 am
DAY
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DCA
Nonstop1h 32m
American Airlines
Mon 9/71:44 pm
DCA
-
DAY
Nonstop1h 38m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/29$259
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/3. 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.
Fri 10/167:33 pm
DAY
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IAD
Nonstop1h 37m
United Airlines
Mon 10/198:11 am
IAD
-
DAY
Nonstop1h 36m
United Airlines
Deal found 8/3$267
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 8/1910:22 am
DAY
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IAD
Nonstop1h 33m
United Airlines
Mon 8/248:13 am
IAD
-
DAY
Nonstop1h 34m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/30$274
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 10/159:39 am
DAY
-
DCA
Nonstop1h 31m
American Airlines
Sun 10/187:20 pm
DCA
-
DAY
Nonstop1h 40m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/30$274
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 9/256:39 pm
DAY
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IAD
1 stop6h 02m
Delta
Sun 9/276:00 am
IAD
-
DAY
1 stop4h 39m
Delta
Deal found 7/31$279
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/2. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/216:39 pm
DAY
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DCA
1 stop5h 05m
Delta
Sat 9/2610:14 am
DCA
-
DAY
1 stop5h 24m
Delta
Deal found 8/2$279
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 9/124:26 pm
DAY
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BWI
1 stop5h 02m
Delta
Sat 9/196:00 am
BWI
-
DAY
1 stop4h 39m
Delta
Deal found 7/31$281
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
Wed 8/266:03 am
DAY
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IAD
1 stop3h 54m
American Airlines
Sat 8/291:23 pm
IAD
-
DAY
2 stops7h 57m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/30$284
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
Wed 11/1811:24 am
DAY
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IAD
2 stops7h 23m
American Airlines
Sun 11/226:00 am
IAD
-
DAY
2 stops12h 01m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/31$289
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 8/149:48 am
DAY
-
DCA
Nonstop1h 31m
American Airlines
Mon 8/177:00 pm
DCA
-
DAY
Nonstop1h 34m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/30$289
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/3. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/283:25 pm
DAY
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BWI
1 stop4h 55m
Delta
Sun 11/16:00 am
BWI
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DAY
1 stop4h 38m
Delta
Deal found 8/3$290

Find flight deals from Dayton to Washington, D.C.

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 August 3, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$259
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$165
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$249

Good round-trip deal

$379 or less

Good one-way deal

$281 or less
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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 August 3, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Dayton to Washington, D.C. that are best for you.

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Price

Cheapest round-trip

DaytonWashington, D.C.

DAY - IAD

DAYIAD

Dayton

Thu 9/10

7:48 pm-9:23 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 9/13

12:40 pm-2:13 pm

Nonstop1h 33m

$259

DaytonWashington, D.C.

DAY - IAD

DAYIAD

Dayton

Sat 9/12

2:50 pm-4:22 pm

Nonstop1h 32m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 9/28

8:11 am-9:47 am

Nonstop1h 36m

$259

DaytonWashington, D.C.

DAY - IAD

DAYIAD

Dayton

Fri 9/4

2:50 pm-4:23 pm

Nonstop1h 33m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 9/7

5:25 pm-7:03 pm

Nonstop1h 38m

$259
Quickest round-trip

DaytonWashington, D.C.

DAY - IAD

DAYIAD

Dayton

Fri 9/11

10:22 am-11:54 am

Nonstop1h 32m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 9/23

8:13 am-9:46 am

Nonstop1h 33m

$259

DaytonWashington, D.C.

DAY - DCA

DAYDCA

Dayton

Fri 9/11

9:45 am-4:07 pm

1 stop6h 22m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 9/14

7:29 am-9:09 am

Nonstop1h 40m

$269

DaytonWashington, D.C.

DAY - DCA

DAYDCA

Dayton

Fri 9/18

7:09 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop4h 50m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 9/20

7:17 pm-8:59 pm

Nonstop1h 42m

$269

DaytonWashington, D.C.

DAY - IAD

DAYIAD

Dayton

Wed 8/19

10:22 am-11:55 am

Nonstop1h 33m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 8/24

8:13 am-9:47 am

Nonstop1h 34m

$274

DaytonWashington, D.C.

DAY - IAD

DAYIAD

Dayton

Tue 9/1

6:00 am-11:33 am

1 stop5h 33m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 9/7

6:00 am-10:40 am

1 stop4h 40m

$279

DaytonWashington, D.C.

DAY - DCA

DAYDCA

Dayton

Sat 9/26

4:26 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop7h 18m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 9/29

10:14 am-2:41 pm

1 stop4h 27m

$279

DaytonWashington, D.C.

DAY - DCA

DAYDCA

Dayton

Tue 9/22

3:27 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop7h 13m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 9/29

6:00 am-10:39 am

1 stop4h 39m

$279

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
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 August.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice 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 FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dayton to Washington, D.C. (average of $249). Flying from Dayton to Washington, D.C. in June is currently the most expensive (average of $389). 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 August 3, 2026.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Dayton to Washington, D.C. in the afternoon. 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.

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

Explore weekly flight availability from Dayton to Washington, D.C.. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated August 3, 2026.

The most flights from DAY to WAS are scheduled on a Monday (14 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (9 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Dayton to Washington, D.C.?

Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.
Dayton to Washington, D.C. flights typically cost between $199 and $279 in September.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $259 on United Airlines (Sep 11-Sep 23).

How often are flights from Dayton to Washington, D.C. delayed?

About 19% of weekly flights between Dayton and Washington, D.C. have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 130 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Dayton to Washington, D.C. flights?

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Saturday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Friday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Dayton to Washington, D.C. flights?

Over the last year, American Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 19% of flights being delayed.

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

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 39 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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 August 1, 2026.

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

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 August 3, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown United Airlines and American Airlines from Dayton to Washington, D.C.. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,058 reviews

Food

6.7

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,058 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,058 reviews

Food

6.7

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,842 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,058 reviews

Food

6.7

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family

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 11 daily outbound flights to Washington, D.C. from 3 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Dayton to Washington, D.C.?

    A quick flight from Dayton to Washington, D.C. can take about 1h 33m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $259. The distance from Dayton to Washington, D.C. is about 367 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • 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 American Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $189 on this airline. An additional option worth looking into is United Airlines, starting at $189. You may be able to fly from Dayton to Washington, D.C. for 38% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    While some choose either Dayton - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National or Dayton - Baltimore/Washington, Dayton - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl 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 Austrian Airlines (87%), Copa Airlines (87%) or GoJet (84%) 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 $2,310, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $253. The most popular route (Dayton - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl), is priced around $259.

  • 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dayton to Washington, D.C. (average of $249). Flying from Dayton to Washington, D.C. in June is currently the most expensive (average of $389). 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 August 3, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$189Average$283FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$189Average$315FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$228Average$294FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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