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$49+ Cheap flights from Fort Lauderdale (FLL) to Washington, D.C. (WAS)

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FLL — WAS
Jun 17 — Jun 241
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Cheap flight deals from Fort Lauderdale to Washington, D.C.

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Fort Lauderdale (FLL) 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 June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$100
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$49
(Booking.com)

Popular in

December

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September

Average price

$178

Good round-trip deal

$135 or less

Good one-way deal

$97 or less
From Fort Lauderdale to Washington, D.C. (WAS)
One-way flight from Fort Lauderdale to Washington, D.C. (WAS)
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($23 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($5 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapest flights from Fort Lauderdale to Washington, D.C.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Fort Lauderdale to Washington, D.C.. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

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Fri 6/278:30 pmFLL - BWI
Nonstop2h 27mSpirit Airlines
Mon 6/306:50 amBWI - FLL
Nonstop2h 36mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/12$100
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 8/198:50 amFLL - DCA
2 stops9h 25mSouthwest
Wed 8/277:35 amDCA - FLL
Nonstop2h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 6/12$132
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 9/1211:55 amFLL - IAD
Nonstop2h 33mUnited Airlines
Mon 9/157:45 pmIAD - FLL
Nonstop2h 44mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$135
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Thu 8/74:59 pmFLL - DCA
Nonstop2h 33mJetBlue
Sun 8/105:10 pmDCA - FLL
Nonstop2h 42mJetBlue
Deal found 6/10$135
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Thu 8/78:05 pmFLL - IAD
1 stop13h 18mAllegiant Air
Mon 8/114:46 pmIAD - FLL
1 stop18h 09mAllegiant Air
Deal found 6/12$163
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Sun 7/205:03 pmFLL - IAD
1 stop16h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/2711:58 amIAD - FLL
1 stop24h 36mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$166
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 8/83:13 pmFLL - DCA
1 stop6h 25mUnited Airlines
Mon 8/111:00 pmDCA - FLL
1 stop7h 34mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/12$184
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Sat 10/1110:23 amFLL - DCA
1 stop6h 33mAmerican Airlines
Sun 10/127:59 amDCA - FLL
Nonstop2h 31mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/12$193
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 7/19:55 amFLL - IAD
1 stop6h 38mDelta
Tue 7/87:02 amIAD - FLL
1 stop5h 23mDelta
Deal found 6/9$197
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Thu 8/287:05 amFLL - BWI
1 stop4h 30mSouthwest
Mon 9/16:50 amBWI - FLL
1 stop4h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 6/11$197
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 6/254:45 pmFLL - DCA
1 stop6h 12mDelta
Wed 7/27:59 amDCA - FLL
1 stop4h 24mDelta
Deal found 6/10$197
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Sat 6/146:00 amFLL - IAD
1 stop9h 16mFrontier
Mon 6/164:24 pmIAD - FLL
1 stop7h 00mFrontier
Deal found 6/12$229

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Fort Lauderdale to Washington, D.C. that are best for you.

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Fort LauderdaleBaltimore

FLL - BWI

FLLBWI

Fort Lauderdale

Fri 6/27

8:30 pm-10:57 pm

Nonstop2h 27m

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 6/30

6:50 am-9:26 am

Nonstop2h 36m

$100

Fort LauderdaleWashington, D.C.

FLL - DCA

FLLDCA

Fort Lauderdale

Tue 8/19

8:50 am-6:15 pm

2 stops9h 25m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 8/27

7:35 am-10:15 am

Nonstop2h 40m

$132

Fort LauderdaleWashington, D.C.

FLL - DCA

FLLDCA

Fort Lauderdale

Thu 8/7

4:59 pm-7:32 pm

Nonstop2h 33m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 8/10

5:10 pm-7:52 pm

Nonstop2h 42m

$135

Fort LauderdaleWashington, D.C.

FLL - IAD

FLLIAD

Fort Lauderdale

Thu 9/4

11:55 am-2:28 pm

Nonstop2h 33m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 9/13

7:45 pm-10:29 pm

Nonstop2h 44m

$137

Fort LauderdaleWashington, D.C.

FLL - IAD

FLLIAD

Fort Lauderdale

Thu 8/7

8:05 pm-9:23 am

1 stop13h 18m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 8/11

4:46 pm-10:55 am

1 stop18h 09m

$163

Fort LauderdaleWashington, D.C.

FLL - IAD

FLLIAD

Fort Lauderdale

Sun 7/20

5:03 pm-9:23 am

1 stop16h 20m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 7/27

11:58 am-12:34 pm

1 stop24h 36m

$166

Fort LauderdaleWashington, D.C.

FLL - DCA

FLLDCA

Fort Lauderdale

Fri 8/8

3:13 pm-9:38 pm

1 stop6h 25m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 8/11

1:00 pm-8:34 pm

1 stop7h 34m

$184

Fort LauderdaleWashington, D.C.

FLL - DCA

FLLDCA

Fort Lauderdale

Thu 8/7

11:19 am-1:48 pm

Nonstop2h 29m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 8/10

5:00 am-9:02 am

1 stop4h 02m

$195

Fort LauderdaleWashington, D.C.

FLL - IAD

FLLIAD

Fort Lauderdale

Tue 7/1

9:55 am-4:33 pm

1 stop6h 38m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 7/8

7:02 am-12:25 pm

1 stop5h 23m

$197

Fort LauderdaleBaltimore

FLL - BWI

FLLBWI

Fort Lauderdale

Thu 8/28

7:05 am-11:35 am

1 stop4h 30m

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 9/1

6:50 am-11:20 am

1 stop4h 30m

$197

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FLL

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DCA

DCA's Metro stop on the Yellow and Blue lines offers a clean, affordable way to reach D.C. and nearby Maryland.

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IAD

The Silver Line Metro connects IAD to D.C. in under 40 minutes, offering a cheap and efficient city access option.

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An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Washington, D.C. from Fort Lauderdale with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Fort Lauderdale to Washington, D.C.

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Fort Lauderdale to Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Fort Lauderdale to Washington, D.C. is 63 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 Fort Lauderdale to Washington, D.C.?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Fort Lauderdale to Washington, D.C. (average of $241). Flying from Fort Lauderdale to Washington, D.C. in March is currently the most expensive (average of $290). 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 FLL to WAS?

Find hourly flight availability from Fort Lauderdale 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 June 12, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Fort Lauderdale to Washington, D.C. in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 44% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Fort Lauderdale to Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on June 8, 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from Fort Lauderdale to Washington, D.C.

Explore weekly flight availability from Fort Lauderdale 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 June 12, 2025.

The most flights from FLL to WAS are scheduled on a Thursday (22 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (11 on average).

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 June 12, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Fort Lauderdale to Washington, D.C., see what other customers have to say about Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta. 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.

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

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

    Located just 3.4 mi from the city center, Fort Lauderdale is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Washington, D.C. from Fort Lauderdale. Booking flights from Fort Lauderdale (FLL) to Washington, D.C. should be relatively easy as there are 16 daily outbound flights to Washington, D.C. from 7 different airlines.

  • How popular is this Fort Lauderdale to Washington, D.C. flight route?

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

    Spirit Airlines, at $100, was found to be the cheapest airline from Fort Lauderdale to Washington, D.C..Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Southwest and United Airlines. Spirit Airlines is priced at 40% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Spirit Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $49. Southwest flights start at $69 while deals on United Airlines start at $71 one-way.

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

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

    The cheapest flight price from Fort Lauderdale to Washington, D.C. is $50. On average you can expect to pay $179. The most popular route, (Fort Lauderdale - Baltimore/Washington), can usually be booked for $96.

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Fort Lauderdale to Washington, D.C. (average of $241). Flying from Fort Lauderdale to Washington, D.C. in March is currently the most expensive (average of $290). 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 7 airlines flying from Fort Lauderdale to Washington, D.C.

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Fort Lauderdale 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$32Average$93FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
JetBlueCheapest$57Average$193FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$69Average$149FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$107Average$213FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$117Average$272FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$123Average$291FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$130Average$308FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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