Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 2

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

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

Question 3

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

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About 12% of weekly flights between Phoenix and Washington, D.C. have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 134 minutes.

Question 4

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

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Over the last year, United Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 7% of flights being delayed.

Question 5

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

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Currently priced at $150, Frontier will fly you from Phoenix to Washington, D.C. and back. In addition to Frontier, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Delta and JetBlue - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $187 and $242, respectively. Users have found that Frontier is 65% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

Question 6

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

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To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Frontier, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $91. Alaska Airlines flights start at $128 while deals on Delta start at $128 one-way.

Question 7

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

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The price you pay for your flight from Phoenix to Washington, D.C. may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 68 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

Question 8

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

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Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Phoenix to Washington, D.C. (average of $346). Flying from Phoenix to Washington, D.C. in March is currently the most expensive (average of $515). 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.

Question 9

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

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

Question 10

Weekly flight availability from Phoenix to Washington, D.C.

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The most flights from PH1 to WAS are scheduled on a Monday (11 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

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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.

Question 12

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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).

Question 13

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

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

Question 14

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

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On average you can expect to pay $1,119 for a flight from Phoenix to Washington, D.C.. The cheapest flight overall is $196 while the most popular route, (Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl) is currently priced at $221.

Question 15

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

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The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Phoenix to Washington, D.C. are Austrian Airlines (75%), Brussels Airlines (75%) and United Airlines (75%).

Question 16

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Phoenix to Washington, D.C.?

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Before booking your flight from Phoenix to Washington, D.C. check out the most popular airlines for this route: American Airlines, United Airlines or Frontier.

Question 17

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from PHX to WAS?

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A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Phoenix to Washington, D.C. in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 18% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

Question 18

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

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

Question 19

How can I find direct flights from Phoenix to Washington, D.C.?

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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 Phoenix to Washington, D.C..

Question 20

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

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Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Phoenix 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.

Popular in	September
Cheapest in	January
Average price	$540

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Frontier	Cheapest$144	Average$309	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time62%
Delta	Cheapest$187	Average$368	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A
JetBlue	Cheapest$218	Average$257	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time62%
United Airlines	Cheapest$224	Average$446	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%
American Airlines	Cheapest$229	Average$467	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%
Southwest	Cheapest$267	Average$544	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time63%

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

The price you pay for your flight from Phoenix to Washington, D.C. may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 68 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from PHX to WAS?

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Phoenix to Washington, D.C. in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 18% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

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

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

Weekly flight availability from Phoenix to Washington, D.C.

The most flights from PH1 to WAS are scheduled on a Monday (11 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

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

About 12% of weekly flights between Phoenix and Washington, D.C. have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 134 minutes.

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

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon 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 Sunday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

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

Over the last year, United Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 7% of flights being delayed.

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