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$80+ 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 11/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEM — WAS
jul. 16 — jul. 231
mié. 7/16
mié. 7/23
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 julio 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$159
(Southwest)

One-way from

$80
(Southwest)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$363

Good round-trip deal

$368 or less

Good one-way deal

$182 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 julio 11, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/9. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 8/197:25 amMEM - BWI
1 stop6h 10mSouthwest
sáb. 8/238:10 amBWI - MEM
1 stop5h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 7/9$159
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/9. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 8/165:05 amMEM - BWI
1 stop3h 56mAmerican Airlines
sáb. 8/235:02 amBWI - MEM
1 stop4h 17mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/9$175
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/8. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 8/144:59 pmMEM - BWI
1 stop4h 10mSpirit Airlines
dom. 8/1712:49 pmBWI - MEM
1 stop10h 45mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/8$186
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/10. 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.
jue. 8/79:59 amMEM - BWI
1 stop4h 41mDelta
dom. 8/105:35 amBWI - MEM
1 stop4h 19mDelta
Deal found 7/10$197
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/8. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 8/98:12 amMEM - BWI
2 stops23h 32mMultiple Airlines
mar. 8/125:45 amBWI - MEM
1 stop11h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/8$214
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/10. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 8/1610:39 amMEM - DCA
Nonstop2h 15mAmerican Airlines
sáb. 10/1811:37 amDCA - MEM
Nonstop2h 26mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/10$317
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/9. 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.
vie. 8/227:10 pmMEM - IAD
1 stop4h 11mDelta
vie. 8/296:00 amIAD - MEM
1 stop4h 05mDelta
Deal found 7/9$317
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/8. 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.
vie. 8/157:30 amMEM - DCA
1 stop25h 27mUnited Airlines
dom. 8/176:25 amDCA - MEM
1 stop5h 37mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/8$321
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/9. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 8/306:48 amMEM - IAD
1 stop11h 12mAmerican Airlines
dom. 8/316:34 amIAD - MEM
2 stops12h 52mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/9$321
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/9. 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.
dom. 10/196:10 amMEM - DCA
1 stop4h 42mDelta
mié. 10/2212:59 pmDCA - MEM
1 stop4h 51mDelta
Deal found 7/9$324
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/7. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 9/48:37 pmMEM - IAD
2 stops18h 16mMultiple Airlines
mié. 9/105:40 pmIAD - MEM
3 stops26h 52mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/7$328
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vie. 8/812:20 pmMEM - DCA
2 stops10h 30mSouthwest
vie. 8/156:55 amDCA - MEM
2 stops9h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 7/9$329

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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 julio 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

mar. 8/19

7:25 am-2:35 pm

1 stop6h 10m

Baltimore/Washington

sáb. 8/23

8:10 am-12:35 pm

1 stop5h 25m

$159

MemphisBaltimore

MEM - BWI

MEMBWI

Memphis

sáb. 8/16

5:05 am-10:01 am

1 stop3h 56m

Baltimore/Washington

sáb. 8/23

5:02 am-8:19 am

1 stop4h 17m

$175

MemphisBaltimore

MEM - BWI

MEMBWI

Memphis

jue. 8/14

4:59 pm-10:09 pm

1 stop4h 10m

Baltimore/Washington

dom. 8/17

12:49 pm-10:34 pm

1 stop10h 45m

$186

MemphisBaltimore

MEM - BWI

MEMBWI

Memphis

jue. 8/7

9:59 am-3:40 pm

1 stop4h 41m

Baltimore/Washington

mar. 8/12

8:00 am-11:41 am

1 stop4h 41m

$197

MemphisBaltimore

MEM - BWI

MEMBWI

Memphis

sáb. 8/9

8:12 am-8:44 am

2 stops23h 32m

Baltimore/Washington

mar. 8/12

5:45 am-4:29 pm

1 stop11h 44m

$214

MemphisWashington, D.C.

MEM - DCA

MEMDCA

Memphis

sáb. 8/16

10:39 am-1:54 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

sáb. 10/18

11:37 am-1:03 pm

Nonstop2h 26m

$317

MemphisWashington, D.C.

MEM - IAD

MEMIAD

Memphis

vie. 8/22

7:10 pm-12:21 am

1 stop4h 11m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

vie. 8/29

6:00 am-9:05 am

1 stop4h 05m

$317

MemphisWashington, D.C.

MEM - DCA

MEMDCA

Memphis

vie. 8/15

7:30 am-9:57 am

1 stop25h 27m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

dom. 8/17

6:25 am-11:02 am

1 stop5h 37m

$321

MemphisWashington, D.C.

MEM - IAD

MEMIAD

Memphis

sáb. 8/30

6:48 am-7:00 pm

1 stop11h 12m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

dom. 8/31

6:34 am-6:26 pm

2 stops12h 52m

$321

MemphisWashington, D.C.

MEM - DCA

MEMDCA

Memphis

dom. 10/19

6:10 am-11:52 am

1 stop4h 42m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

mié. 10/22

12:59 pm-4:50 pm

1 stop4h 51m

$324

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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 June 27, 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 53 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 $309). 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 julio 11, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Memphis to Washington, D.C. in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 14% 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 July 6, 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. Sunday mornings 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 julio 11, 2025.

The most flights from MEM to WAS are scheduled on a Monday (4 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Memphis 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 julio 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
4,249 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,249 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,249 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,951 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,249 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,846 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,249 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,249 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Allegiant Air
7.2
Good
704 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,249 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

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.. 5 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.

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

    Currently priced at $159, 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 American Airlines and Spirit Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $175 and $186, respectively. Users have found that Southwest is 57% 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 Southwest, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $80. American Airlines flights start at $87 while deals on Spirit Airlines start at $96 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. Dulles Intl, Memphis - Baltimore/Washington or Memphis - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National 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 $309). 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 5 airlines flying from Memphis to Washington, D.C.

Discover the top 5 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 julio 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$92Average$236FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$114Average$144FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$224Average$374FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$230Average$398FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$282Average$406FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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