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$59+ Cheap flights from Durham, NC 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 6/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RDU — WAS
Jun 3 — Jun 101
Wed 6/3
Wed 6/10
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Durham to Washington, D.C.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Durham to Washington, D.C.. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 4, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/116:15 am
RDU
-
BWI
1 stop9h 18m
Frontier
Sat 6/131:29 pm
BWI
-
RDU
1 stop10h 53m
Frontier
Deal found 4/30$121
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/3. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/2812:54 pm
RDU
-
BWI
1 stop10h 03m
Frontier
Mon 6/19:23 pm
BWI
-
RDU
1 stop14h 36m
Frontier
Deal found 5/3$123
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/3. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/512:33 pm
RDU
-
BWI
1 stop5h 55m
Frontier
Sun 6/76:45 am
BWI
-
RDU
1 stop5h 14m
Frontier
Deal found 5/3$124
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/2712:33 pm
RDU
-
BWI
1 stop19h 10m
Frontier
Wed 6/39:23 pm
BWI
-
RDU
1 stop14h 36m
Frontier
Deal found 4/29$126
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/2912:33 pm
RDU
-
BWI
1 stop5h 55m
Frontier
Fri 6/59:23 pm
BWI
-
RDU
1 stop10h 41m
Frontier
Deal found 5/1$128
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/2911:47 am
RDU
-
BWI
1 stop24h 28m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 5/316:45 am
BWI
-
RDU
1 stop5h 14m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$136
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/29:50 am
RDU
-
BWI
Nonstop1h 10m
Southwest
Wed 6/33:20 pm
BWI
-
RDU
Nonstop1h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 4/29$137
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/26:31 pm
RDU
-
BWI
1 stop14h 44m
Frontier
Wed 6/39:23 pm
BWI
-
RDU
1 stop14h 36m
Frontier
Deal found 4/29$139
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/212:54 pm
RDU
-
BWI
1 stop18h 49m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 6/43:26 pm
BWI
-
RDU
1 stop17h 34m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/1$146
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/212:54 pm
RDU
-
BWI
1 stop18h 49m
Frontier
Thu 6/41:10 pm
BWI
-
RDU
2 stops18h 54m
Frontier
Deal found 5/1$153
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/96:00 am
RDU
-
BWI
1 stop9h 25m
Frontier
Thu 6/117:07 pm
BWI
-
RDU
1 stop5h 03m
Frontier
Deal found 5/1$155
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/2710:03 pm
RDU
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IAD
2 stops18h 18m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 5/298:47 pm
IAD
-
RDU
1 stop11h 17m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/1$166

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

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Durham to Washington, D.C. flight deals. Data was last updated May 4, 2026.

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3 stars

Round-trip from

$121
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$59
(Trip.com)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$233
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Durham 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 May 4, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Durham to Washington, D.C. that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

RaleighWashington, D.C.

RDU - DCA

RDUDCA

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 5/28

3:43 pm-4:59 pm

Nonstop1h 16m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 5/30

5:40 pm-7:09 pm

Nonstop1h 29m

$191

RaleighWashington, D.C.

RDU - IAD

RDUIAD

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 6/6

6:15 am-7:26 am

Nonstop1h 11m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 6/8

10:25 pm-11:44 pm

Nonstop1h 19m

$191
Quickest round-trip

RaleighBaltimore

RDU - BWI

RDUBWI

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 9/2

10:15 am-11:20 am

Nonstop1h 05m

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 9/6

3:00 pm-4:15 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

$230

RaleighBaltimore

RDU - BWI

RDUBWI

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 6/3

9:50 am-11:00 am

Nonstop1h 10m

Baltimore/Washington

Fri 6/5

8:10 am-9:30 am

Nonstop1h 20m

$230

RaleighWashington, D.C.

RDU - IAD

RDUIAD

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 7/2

6:00 am-7:11 am

Nonstop1h 11m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 7/5

10:25 pm-11:44 pm

Nonstop1h 19m

$239

RaleighWashington, D.C.

RDU - DCA

RDUDCA

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 5/31

3:43 pm-4:59 pm

Nonstop1h 16m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 6/6

12:00 pm-6:45 pm

1 stop6h 45m

$249

RaleighBaltimore

RDU - BWI

RDUBWI

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 5/25

5:35 am-6:45 am

Nonstop1h 10m

Baltimore/Washington

Fri 5/29

11:50 am-1:00 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

$257

RaleighWashington, D.C.

RDU - DCA

RDUDCA

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 7/30

3:00 pm-8:59 pm

1 stop5h 59m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 8/1

7:37 pm-12:41 am

1 stop5h 04m

$259

RaleighWashington, D.C.

RDU - IAD

RDUIAD

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 6/19

1:49 pm-9:04 pm

1 stop7h 15m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 6/21

6:00 am-12:44 pm

1 stop6h 44m

$259

RaleighWashington, D.C.

RDU - IAD

RDUIAD

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 6/19

2:55 pm-11:14 pm

2 stops8h 19m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 6/25

6:00 am-12:44 pm

1 stop6h 44m

$264

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Best time to book a flight from Durham to Washington, D.C.

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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Durham 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 May 4, 2026.

It’s typically best to fly out from Durham to Washington, D.C. in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 31% 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.?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Durham to Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on May 2, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Durham to Washington, D.C. flight should consider departing on Wednesday evenings 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.

Explore weekly flight availability from Durham 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 May 4, 2026.

The most flights from DU8 to WAS are scheduled on a Friday (31 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (22 on average).

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

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 May 4, 2026.
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
7.9
Good
4,307 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,307 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,307 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,460 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,307 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,680 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,307 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,673 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,307 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Durham 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.

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

    Departing from Durham to Washington, D.C. will take you 1h 11m. Durham and Washington, D.C. are separated by a distance of 224 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • 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 American Airlines from $88 and Delta from $89 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. Dulles Intl, Raleigh-Durham - Baltimore/Washington or Raleigh-Durham - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National as they are the most popular.

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

    Consider Mesa Airlines (100%), Republic Airways (100%) or ANA (97%) 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 $844, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $154. When looking at the most popular route, (Raleigh-Durham - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl), you can expect to pay $137 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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Top 6 airlines flying from Durham to Washington, D.C.

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Durham 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 May 4, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$78Average$125FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$140Average$178FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$164Average$336FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$168Average$271FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$177Average$341FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$179Average$285FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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