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$83+ Cheap flights from Memphis (MEM) 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 10/31. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEM — WAS
oct. 11 — oct. 181
sáb. 10/11
sáb. 10/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Memphis to Washington, D.C.

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Memphis (MEM) 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 septiembre 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$161
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$83
(Trip.com)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$361

Good round-trip deal

$254 or less

Good one-way deal

$128 or less
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Cheapest flights from Memphis to Washington, D.C.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Memphis to Washington, D.C.. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on septiembre 11, 2025.

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mié. 10/17:00 amMEM - BWI
1 stop7h 32mSpirit Airlines
sáb. 10/44:20 pmBWI - MEM
1 stop8h 30mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/10$161
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mié. 10/17:00 amMEM - BWI
1 stop11h 47mSpirit Airlines
lun. 10/64:31 pmBWI - MEM
1 stop7h 37mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/10$174
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jue. 10/28:17 amMEM - BWI
1 stop14h 08mMultiple Airlines
sáb. 10/44:24 pmBWI - MEM
1 stop8h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/10$189
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mié. 10/87:00 amMEM - BWI
1 stop26h 30mMultiple Airlines
mar. 10/148:00 amBWI - MEM
1 stop12h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/9$190
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mié. 10/87:00 amMEM - BWI
1 stop26h 30mMultiple Airlines
mié. 10/155:20 pmBWI - MEM
1 stop15h 07mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/9$191
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 10/203:39 pmMEM - BWI
1 stop17h 41mMultiple Airlines
jue. 10/238:30 pmBWI - MEM
1 stop19h 37mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/10$192
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mar. 11/114:19 pmMEM - BWI
1 stop15h 31mMultiple Airlines
vie. 11/149:11 pmBWI - MEM
1 stop19h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/10$193
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vie. 10/247:00 amMEM - BWI
1 stop25h 21mMultiple Airlines
dom. 10/266:53 amBWI - MEM
1 stop9h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/10$197
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mié. 10/13:01 pmMEM - BWI
2 stops15h 00mMultiple Airlines
sáb. 10/44:24 pmBWI - MEM
1 stop8h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/10$203
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 10/36:38 pmMEM - BWI
1 stop13h 54mMultiple Airlines
sáb. 10/44:24 pmBWI - MEM
1 stop8h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/10$206
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lun. 11/175:43 pmMEM - DCA
1 stop4h 21mDelta
mié. 11/194:05 pmDCA - MEM
1 stop7h 13mDelta
Deal found 9/10$222
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mié. 10/159:36 amMEM - IAD
1 stop6h 21mDelta
lun. 10/205:52 pmIAD - MEM
1 stop4h 04mDelta
Deal found 9/10$222

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Memphis 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 septiembre 11, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Memphis to Washington, D.C. that are best for you.

Fly from

Memphis

Fly to

Washington, D.C.

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MemphisBaltimore

MEM - BWI

MEMBWI

Memphis

mié. 10/1

7:00 am-3:32 pm

1 stop7h 32m

Baltimore/Washington

lun. 10/6

4:31 pm-11:08 pm

1 stop7h 37m

$184

MemphisBaltimore

MEM - BWI

MEMBWI

Memphis

sáb. 10/11

6:06 pm-12:40 am

1 stop5h 34m

Baltimore/Washington

mar. 10/14

6:00 am-11:32 am

1 stop6h 32m

$208

MemphisBaltimore

MEM - BWI

MEMBWI

Memphis

mié. 10/8

4:35 pm-7:40 pm

Nonstop2h 05m

Baltimore/Washington

mié. 10/15

1:15 pm-2:35 pm

Nonstop2h 20m

$208

MemphisBaltimore

MEM - BWI

MEMBWI

Memphis

mar. 10/7

8:05 am-12:45 pm

1 stop3h 40m

Baltimore/Washington

mié. 10/15

7:05 am-11:32 am

1 stop5h 27m

$212

MemphisBaltimore

MEM - BWI

MEMBWI

Memphis

dom. 10/19

8:17 am-11:54 am

1 stop26h 37m

Baltimore/Washington

mar. 10/21

11:19 am-7:45 pm

1 stop9h 26m

$214

MemphisWashington, D.C.

MEM - IAD

MEMIAD

Memphis

mié. 10/15

9:36 am-4:57 pm

1 stop6h 21m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

lun. 10/20

5:52 pm-8:56 pm

1 stop4h 04m

$222

MemphisWashington, D.C.

MEM - DCA

MEMDCA

Memphis

jue. 10/2

6:30 am-11:35 am

1 stop4h 05m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

sáb. 10/4

8:00 am-1:14 pm

1 stop6h 14m

$223

MemphisWashington, D.C.

MEM - DCA

MEMDCA

Memphis

sáb. 10/4

5:00 pm-11:42 pm

1 stop5h 42m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

lun. 10/6

7:35 pm-10:56 pm

1 stop4h 21m

$223

MemphisWashington, D.C.

MEM - IAD

MEMIAD

Memphis

sáb. 10/4

5:27 pm-11:26 pm

1 stop4h 59m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

lun. 10/6

5:52 pm-10:56 pm

1 stop6h 04m

$223

MemphisBaltimore

MEM - BWI

MEMBWI

Memphis

sáb. 9/27

7:00 am-8:44 pm

1 stop12h 44m

Baltimore/Washington

mar. 9/30

5:45 am-1:57 pm

2 stops33h 12m

$226

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

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Memphis to Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on August 29, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Memphis to Washington, D.C., you should look to book at least 72 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Memphis to Washington, D.C. (average of $292). Flying from Memphis to Washington, D.C. in April is currently the most expensive (average of $337). 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 MEM to WAS?

Find hourly flight availability from Memphis 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 septiembre 11, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Memphis to Washington, D.C. in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 16% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Memphis to Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on September 7, 2025.

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

Explore weekly flight availability from Memphis 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 septiembre 11, 2025.

The most flights from MEM to WAS are scheduled on a Tuesday (4 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

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

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Memphis to Washington, D.C.?

Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Memphis to Washington, D.C. chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

Chicago (MDW) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 67% of 1-stop itineraries from Memphis to Washington, D.C. on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Memphis to Washington, D.C.?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Memphis to Washington, D.C., chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

Chicago (MDW) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $192.

What’s the fastest layover option from Memphis to Washington, D.C.?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Memphis to Washington, D.C., based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via Chicago (MDW) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 4h 30m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Memphis to Washington, D.C.?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Memphis to Washington, D.C., chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Chicago (ORD) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 0h 45m.

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 septiembre 11, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Memphis 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.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,937 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,023 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Memphis 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 Memphis to Washington, D.C.?

    Memphis (MEM), located 8.3 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Memphis to Washington, D.C.. 4 airlines have flights from Memphis to Washington, D.C. on a regular basis. Booking flights from Memphis to Washington, D.C. should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 3 outbound flights to Washington, D.C. per day.

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

    For as low as $208, Spirit Airlines can have you in Washington, D.C. from Memphis in 2h 05m. Airlines will cover a distance of 786 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Currently priced at $192, Southwest will fly you from Memphis to Washington, D.C. and back. In addition to Southwest, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Delta and American Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $225 and $261, respectively. Users have found that Southwest is 48% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Frontier, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $93. American Airlines flights start at $94 while deals on Southwest start at $97 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Memphis to Washington, D.C. (average of $292). Flying from Memphis to Washington, D.C. in April is currently the most expensive (average of $337). 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 4 airlines flying from Memphis to Washington, D.C.

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Memphis 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 septiembre 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$92Average$211FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
SouthwestCheapest$192Average$394FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$225Average$371FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$228Average$402FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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