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$152+ Cheap flights from McAllen (MFE) to Washington, D.C. (WAS)

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MFE — WAS
Jan 17 — Jan 241
Sat 1/17
Sat 1/24
1 adult, Economy
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This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/269:33 amMFE - BWI
1 stop7h 47mAmerican Airlines
Sat 1/103:41 pmBWI - MFE
1 stop8h 36mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/16$323
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/264:01 pmMFE - DCA
1 stop5h 58mAmerican Airlines
Sat 1/1011:50 amDCA - MFE
1 stop6h 14mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/17$379
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/264:01 pmMFE - IAD
1 stop5h 32mAmerican Airlines
Sat 1/105:26 pmIAD - MFE
1 stop6h 51mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/17$414
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/312:05 pmMFE - IAD
1 stop7h 14mUnited Airlines
Sat 1/35:40 pmIAD - MFE
1 stop6h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$439
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 12/317:00 amMFE - BWI
1 stop8h 18mUnited Airlines
Sun 1/46:04 pmBWI - MFE
1 stop6h 21mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/15$478
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/319:33 amMFE - IAD
1 stop6h 32mAmerican Airlines
Sat 1/39:12 amIAD - MFE
2 stops10h 23mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/17$504
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Tue 12/307:00 amMFE - IAD
1 stop8h 24mUnited Airlines
Fri 1/25:40 pmIAD - MFE
1 stop6h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/16$512
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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.
Sun 12/219:45 amMFE - BWI
1 stop5h 33mUnited Airlines
Thu 12/256:04 pmBWI - MFE
1 stop6h 21mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/18$516
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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.
Sun 12/2111:01 amMFE - DCA
1 stop7h 49mAmerican Airlines
Thu 12/2510:35 amDCA - MFE
1 stop9h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/18$519
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/237:06 amMFE - DCA
1 stop5h 47mAmerican Airlines
Sat 12/274:59 pmDCA - MFE
1 stop7h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/16$539
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 12/315:00 amMFE - IAD
1 stop5h 28mUnited Airlines
Sun 1/46:08 amIAD - MFE
1 stop6h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/15$544
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/265:00 amMFE - BWI
2 stops10h 58mUnited Airlines
Sat 1/1012:25 pmBWI - MFE
1 stop8h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/16$574

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from McAllen (MFE) 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 December 18, 2025.

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Mytrip
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$269
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$152
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$409
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Customize your flight search to find flights from McAllen 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 December 18, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from McAllen to Washington, D.C. that are best for you.

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McAllenWashington, D.C.

MFE - IAD

MFEIAD

McAllen Miller Intl

Wed 1/14

7:28 am-4:31 pm

1 stop8h 03m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 1/28

5:26 pm-11:17 pm

1 stop6h 51m

$269

McAllenWashington, D.C.

MFE - IAD

MFEIAD

McAllen Miller Intl

Wed 1/14

5:25 am-1:59 pm

2 stops7h 34m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 1/28

7:00 am-4:45 pm

2 stops10h 45m

$279

McAllenBaltimore

MFE - BWI

MFEBWI

McAllen Miller Intl

Tue 1/20

1:00 pm-10:02 pm

2 stops8h 02m

Baltimore/Washington

Fri 1/23

4:45 pm-11:57 pm

2 stops8h 12m

$308

McAllenWashington, D.C.

MFE - DCA

MFEDCA

McAllen Miller Intl

Sat 1/10

5:25 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop5h 34m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 1/24

3:59 pm-9:57 pm

1 stop6h 58m

$309

McAllenWashington, D.C.

MFE - DCA

MFEDCA

McAllen Miller Intl

Thu 1/22

3:26 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop6h 34m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 1/24

4:59 pm-11:17 pm

1 stop7h 18m

$309

McAllenWashington, D.C.

MFE - IAD

MFEIAD

McAllen Miller Intl

Thu 1/22

7:28 am-4:31 pm

1 stop8h 03m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 1/24

5:26 pm-11:17 pm

1 stop6h 51m

$309

McAllenBaltimore

MFE - BWI

MFEBWI

McAllen Miller Intl

Tue 1/20

6:04 am-2:49 pm

1 stop7h 45m

Baltimore/Washington

Fri 1/23

3:41 pm-11:17 pm

1 stop8h 36m

$313

McAllenWashington, D.C.

MFE - DCA

MFEDCA

McAllen Miller Intl

Sat 1/10

1:03 pm-7:44 pm

1 stop5h 41m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 1/24

10:10 am-6:17 pm

2 stops9h 07m

$314

McAllenWashington, D.C.

MFE - DCA

MFEDCA

McAllen Miller Intl

Tue 2/24

5:28 am-6:29 pm

2 stops12h 01m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 3/6

6:00 am-4:54 pm

2 stops11h 54m

$319

McAllenWashington, D.C.

MFE - DCA

MFEDCA

McAllen Miller Intl

Thu 1/22

5:25 am-5:04 pm

2 stops10h 39m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 1/24

8:00 am-5:13 pm

2 stops10h 13m

$319

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from McAllen to Washington, D.C. in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
MytripPrice 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 McAllen-Washington, D.C. flights, users find the pricing of Mytrip to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip Users can find the same prices on McAllen-Washington, D.C. flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from McAllen-Washington, D.C. flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on McAllen-Washington, D.C. flights, Cheapflights users trust Mytrip the most. Mytrip 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 McAllen-Washington, D.C. flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from McAllen to Washington, D.C. (average of $253). Flying from McAllen to Washington, D.C. in December is currently the most expensive (average of $549). 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 MFE to WAS?

Find hourly flight availability from McAllen 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 December 18, 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 21% on flights from McAllen to Washington, D.C. by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

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 December 18, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with United Airlines and American Airlines from McAllen to Washington, D.C. have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,091 reviews

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sunderesh,Dec 2025

AUS - EWR

Smooth flight from Austin to Newark. The crew was friendly.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,091 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,091 reviews

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sunderesh,Dec 2025

AUS - EWR

Smooth flight from Austin to Newark. The crew was friendly.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,054 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,091 reviews

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sunderesh,Dec 2025

AUS - EWR

Smooth flight from Austin to Newark. The crew was friendly.

Related info for your journey

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

    For a flight from McAllen to Washington, D.C., you will be flying from Miller Intl. McAllen Miller Intl (MFE) is just 2.0 mi from the center of the city. Miller Intl is the only McAllen airport and it handles 0 outbound flights to Washington, D.C. per day. 2 airlines have flights to Washington, D.C. from McAllen Miller Intl on a regular basis.

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

    There are many flights that can get you from McAllen to Washington, D.C. in 5h 34m. Fly via American Airlines, Delta, or United Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance from McAllen to Washington, D.C. is about 1507 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from McAllen to Washington, D.C. is American Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $297 on this airline. An additional option worth looking into is United Airlines, starting at $338. American Airlines is currently priced 22% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    Most travelers choose McAllen Miller Intl - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl, McAllen Miller Intl - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National or McAllen Miller Intl - Baltimore/Washington when deciding on the best route from McAllen to Washington, D.C..

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from McAllen to Washington, D.C. (average of $253). Flying from McAllen to Washington, D.C. in December is currently the most expensive (average of $549). 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 2 airlines flying from McAllen to Washington, D.C.

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from McAllen 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 December 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$297Average$436FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$338Average$573FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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