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

One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $65 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include JetBlue from $93 and American Airlines from $98 one-way.

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

The most flights from DU8 to WAS are scheduled on a Monday (30 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (11 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 Durham to Washington, D.C.?

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

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

While on average a flight from Durham to Washington, D.C. is generally $849, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $144. When looking at the most popular route, (Raleigh-Durham - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National), you can expect to pay $270 for that flight.

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

Consider Air China (100%), Avianca (92%) or ANA (92%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Durham to Washington, D.C..

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

Consider American Airlines, United Airlines or Delta when booking your flight. These represent the most popular airlines when flying from Durham to Washington, D.C..

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

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

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What is the cheapest time of day to fly from DU8 to WAS?

It’s typically best to fly out from Durham to Washington, D.C. in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 30% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

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

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Washington, D.C.

Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest,Delta, andUnited Airlines from Durham 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

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4,219 reviews

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Excellent

Patricia,Oct 2026

DAL - TPA

I love flying southwest, Both flights were packed full full - so not room for all carry one and bags had to be checked but still good flights.

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,219 reviews

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8.0

Very good

4,219 reviews

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1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Patricia,Oct 2026

DAL - TPA

I love flying southwest, Both flights were packed full full - so not room for all carry one and bags had to be checked but still good flights.

Delta

7.8

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8,700 reviews

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,219 reviews

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1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Patricia,Oct 2026

DAL - TPA

I love flying southwest, Both flights were packed full full - so not room for all carry one and bags had to be checked but still good flights.

United Airlines

7.3

Good

10,474 reviews

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,219 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Patricia,Oct 2026

DAL - TPA

I love flying southwest, Both flights were packed full full - so not room for all carry one and bags had to be checked but still good flights.

American Airlines

7.0

Good

12,228 reviews

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,219 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Patricia,Oct 2026

DAL - TPA

I love flying southwest, Both flights were packed full full - so not room for all carry one and bags had to be checked but still good flights.

Frontier

5.5

Fair

2,506 reviews

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,219 reviews

Reviews

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8.0

Excellent

Patricia,Oct 2026

DAL - TPA

I love flying southwest, Both flights were packed full full - so not room for all carry one and bags had to be checked but still good flights.

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What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Durham to Washington, D.C. one-way?
One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $65 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include JetBlue from $93 and American Airlines from $98 one-way.
What are the most popular routes from Durham to Washington, D.C.?
When deciding which route to take from Durham to Washington, D.C. consider Raleigh-Durham - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National, Raleigh-Durham - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl or Raleigh-Durham - Baltimore/Washington as they are the most popular.
What are the most reliable airlines from Durham to Washington, D.C.?
Consider Air China (100%), Avianca (92%) or ANA (92%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Durham to Washington, D.C..
What are the cheapest flights from Durham to Washington, D.C.?
While on average a flight from Durham to Washington, D.C. is generally $849, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $144. When looking at the most popular route, (Raleigh-Durham - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National), you can expect to pay $270 for that flight.
Can I find deals for flights from Durham to Washington, D.C. that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Durham to Washington, D.C. flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Durham 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 Durham to Washington, D.C..
Can I find deals for business class flights from Durham to Washington, D.C.?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Durham 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.

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Frontier	Cheapest$126	Average$202	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time62%
Southwest	Cheapest$157	Average$317	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time63%
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JetBlue	Cheapest$186	Average$274	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time62%

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What is the cheapest time of day to fly from DU8 to WAS?

It’s typically best to fly out from Durham to Washington, D.C. in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 30% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

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

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

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

The most flights from DU8 to WAS are scheduled on a Monday (30 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (11 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing Washington, D.C.

Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest,Delta, andUnited Airlines from Durham 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.

Related info for your journey

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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