How long is the flight from Newark Airport to Washington, D.C.?

United Airlines, Frontier, and Delta can get you from Newark Airport to Washington, D.C. in just under 1h 29m. Your travel time can differ by up to 9h 27m. There are 198 mi between Newark Airport and Washington, D.C.. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

What is the cheapest airline to fly from Newark Airport to Washington, D.C. round-trip?

United Airlines, at $117, was found to be the cheapest airline from Newark Airport to Washington, D.C... This flight start at 63% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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.

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).

What are the most popular routes from Newark Airport to Washington, D.C.?

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

What are the cheapest flights from Newark Airport to Washington, D.C.?

On average you can expect to pay $1,291 for a flight from Newark Airport to Washington, D.C.. The cheapest flight overall is $154 while the most popular route, (Newark - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl) is currently priced at $254.

What are the most reliable airlines from Newark Airport to Washington, D.C.?

The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Newark Airport to Washington, D.C. are GoJet (100%), Ethiopian Air (90%) and Republic Airways (75%).

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

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After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Newark to Washington, D.C..

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

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Cheapest flights from Newark to Washington, D.C.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Newark to Washington, D.C.. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 15, 2026.

Wed 10/2110:29 pm -

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$183

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$205

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$220

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$230

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1 stop13h 39m

Deal found 9/11

$230

Best flights from Newark to Washington, D.C.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Newark to Washington, D.C. that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated September 15, 2026.

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$369

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$369

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$370

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$370

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Deal found 9/9

$584

Last-minute flights from Newark to Washington, D.C.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Newark to Washington, D.C.. Data last updated September 15, 2026 and is based on user searches.

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$224

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$230

One-way flights from Newark to Washington, D.C.
Search for one-way flight options from Newark to Washington, D.C.. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated September 15, 2026.

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$89

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$90

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$96

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$98

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$99

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$100

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$101

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$102

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$105

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$110

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$125

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Deal found 9/11

$128

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One-way from	$89 (Trip.com)
Popular in	February
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Average price	$377
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Good one-way deal	$167 or less

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NewarkWashington, D.C.

EWR Newark - IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

EWRIAD

Newark

Tue 9/29

11:35 am-5:18 pm

1 stop5h 43m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-12:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$112

NewarkWashington, D.C.

EWR Newark - DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

EWRDCA

Newark

Thu 12/3

2:00 pm-3:28 pm

Nonstop1h 28m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-12:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$170

NewarkWashington, D.C.

EWR Newark - DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

EWRDCA

Newark

Fri 11/6

11:00 am-12:29 pm

Nonstop1h 29m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-12:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$170

NewarkBaltimore

EWR Newark - BWI Baltimore/Washington

EWRBWI

Newark

Fri 10/9

10:29 pm-2:13 pm

1 stop15h 44m

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-12:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$175

NewarkWashington, D.C.

EWR Newark - IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

EWRIAD

Newark

Thu 10/8

6:00 am-10:12 am

1 stop4h 12m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-12:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$180

NewarkBaltimore

EWR Newark - BWI Baltimore/Washington

EWRBWI

Newark

Mon 10/12

10:29 pm-9:27 am

1 stop10h 58m

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-12:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$181

NewarkBaltimore

EWR Newark - BWI Baltimore/Washington

EWRBWI

Newark

Sun 10/4

10:29 pm-4:46 pm

1 stop18h 17m

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-12:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$186

NewarkWashington, D.C.

EWR Newark - DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

EWRDCA

Newark

Wed 10/7

1:00 pm-6:37 pm

1 stop5h 37m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-12:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$190

NewarkWashington, D.C.

EWR Newark - DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

EWRDCA

Newark

Thu 11/5

6:00 am-11:32 am

1 stop5h 32m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-12:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$190

NewarkWashington, D.C.

EWR Newark - DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

EWRDCA

Newark

Wed 11/4

12:59 pm-6:37 pm

1 stop5h 38m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-12:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$190

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Expedia	Price Accuracy1 star	Trust Score*3 stars
FlightHub	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*3 stars

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Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Newark Airport-Washington, D.C. flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Newark Airport-Washington, D.C. flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Newark Airport-Washington, D.C. flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Newark Airport-Washington, D.C. flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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 Newark Airport-Washington, D.C. flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Washington, D.C. from Newark with our price prediction graph.

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Newark Airport to Washington, D.C. (average of $189). Flying from Newark Airport to Washington, D.C. in February is currently the most expensive (average of $442). 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 EWR to WAS?

It’s typically best to fly out from Newark Airport to Washington, D.C. in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 8% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

Weekly flight availability from Newark Airport to Washington, D.C.

The most flights from EWR to WAS are scheduled on a Friday (23 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (18 on average).

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

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Newark Airport to Washington, D.C. flights typically cost between $190 and $411 in October.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $183 on Frontier (Oct 21-Oct 23).

How often are flights from Newark to Washington, D.C. delayed?

About 25% of weekly flights between Newark and Washington, D.C. have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 127 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Newark to Washington, D.C. flights?

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Saturday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Friday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Newark to Washington, D.C. flights?

Over the last year, United Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 25% of flights being delayed.

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Newark Airport to Washington, D.C. flight should consider departing on Friday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

The best insider tips for Newark Airport to Washington, D.C. flights

Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Newark Airport to Washington, D.C. trip

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Paul Rubio

Expert on Ethiopian Air

Travel journalist and photographer Paul Rubio is a Miami native (and current resident), who has lived in nine countries and traveled to 137. He is an expert in luxury travel, eco-travel, loyalty programs, hotels, airports and airlines. He is a contributing editor at AFAR, Condé Nast Traveler, LUXURY Magazine, and Palm Beach Illustrated.

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See what other customers who have flown with United Airlines from Newark Airport 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

10,213 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family

United Airlines

7.4

Good

10,213 reviews

United Airlines

7.4

Good

10,213 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family

Related info for your journey

How long is the flight from Newark Airport to Washington, D.C.?
United Airlines, Frontier, and Delta can get you from Newark Airport to Washington, D.C. in just under 1h 29m. Your travel time can differ by up to 9h 27m. There are 198 mi between Newark Airport and Washington, D.C.. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.
What is the cheapest airline to fly from Newark Airport to Washington, D.C. round-trip?
United Airlines, at $117, was found to be the cheapest airline from Newark Airport to Washington, D.C... This flight start at 63% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.
What are the most popular routes from Newark Airport to Washington, D.C.?
When deciding which route to take from Newark Airport to Washington, D.C. consider Newark - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl, Newark - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National or Newark - Baltimore/Washington as they are the most popular.
What are the most reliable airlines from Newark Airport to Washington, D.C.?
The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Newark Airport to Washington, D.C. are GoJet (100%), Ethiopian Air (90%) and Republic Airways (75%).
What are the cheapest flights from Newark Airport to Washington, D.C.?
On average you can expect to pay $1,291 for a flight from Newark Airport to Washington, D.C.. The cheapest flight overall is $154 while the most popular route, (Newark - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl) is currently priced at $254.
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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Newark Airport to Washington, D.C.?
Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Newark Airport to Washington, D.C. (average of $189). Flying from Newark Airport to Washington, D.C. in February is currently the most expensive (average of $442). 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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$89+ Cheap flights from Newark (EWR) to Washington, D.C. (WAS)

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It’s typically best to fly out from Newark Airport to Washington, D.C. in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 8% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

Weekly flight availability from Newark Airport to Washington, D.C.

The most flights from EWR to WAS are scheduled on a Friday (23 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (18 on average).

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

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Newark Airport to Washington, D.C. flights typically cost between $190 and $411 in October.The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $183 on Frontier (Oct 21-Oct 23).

How often are flights from Newark to Washington, D.C. delayed?

About 25% of weekly flights between Newark and Washington, D.C. have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 127 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Newark to Washington, D.C. flights?

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Saturday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Friday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Newark to Washington, D.C. flights?

Over the last year, United Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 25% of flights being delayed.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Newark to Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on September 5, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Newark Airport to Washington, D.C. flight should consider departing on Friday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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Newark Airport to Washington, D.C. flights typically cost between $190 and $411 in October.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $183 on Frontier (Oct 21-Oct 23).