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$105+ Cheap flights from Salt Lake City (SLC) 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 9/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SLC — WAS
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Round-trip from

$247
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One-way from

$105
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$404

Good round-trip deal

$337 or less

Good one-way deal

$186 or less
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Salt Lake City to Washington, D.C.. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/43:05 pmSLC - BWI
1 stop7h 05mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/86:49 pmBWI - SLC
1 stop7h 27mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$247
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Thu 9/43:05 pmSLC - BWI
1 stop7h 05mSpirit Airlines
Sun 10/196:26 amBWI - SLC
1 stop8h 27mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/11$251
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/138:05 amSLC - BWI
1 stop6h 26mFrontier
Fri 8/155:26 pmBWI - SLC
1 stop8h 38mFrontier
Deal found 6/11$259
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/2310:27 pmSLC - DCA
1 stop7h 11mJetBlue
Mon 8/253:00 pmDCA - SLC
1 stop8h 32mJetBlue
Deal found 6/10$263
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/97:47 pmSLC - IAD
1 stop12h 20mFrontier
Mon 8/187:30 amIAD - SLC
1 stop11h 08mFrontier
Deal found 6/11$265
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
Thu 8/218:22 amSLC - DCA
1 stop6h 37mFrontier
Tue 9/27:00 amDCA - SLC
1 stop6h 52mFrontier
Deal found 6/12$265
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Sat 10/185:50 pmSLC - IAD
Nonstop3h 59mDelta
Mon 10/277:20 amIAD - SLC
Nonstop4h 55mDelta
Deal found 6/11$269
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 10/297:00 amSLC - IAD
1 stop7h 16mUnited Airlines
Wed 11/55:55 pmIAD - SLC
Nonstop5h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/11$275
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/38:05 amSLC - DCA
1 stop7h 57mUnited Airlines
Tue 7/84:59 pmDCA - SLC
1 stop7h 46mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$284
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/287:20 amSLC - IAD
1 stop7h 46mHawaiian Airlines
Sat 11/17:43 amIAD - SLC
1 stop8h 51mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 6/10$288
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/2910:39 amSLC - DCA
1 stop8h 26mHawaiian Airlines
Wed 11/58:59 amDCA - SLC
1 stop11h 30mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 6/11$288
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Fri 7/411:59 pmSLC - IAD
1 stop8h 38mAmerican Airlines
Fri 7/115:39 pmIAD - SLC
1 stop7h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$290

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Salt Lake City to Washington, D.C. that are best for you.

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Salt Lake CityBaltimore

SLC - BWI

SLCBWI

Salt Lake City

Thu 9/4

3:05 pm-12:10 am

1 stop7h 05m

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 9/8

6:49 pm-12:16 am

1 stop7h 27m

$247

Salt Lake CityBaltimore

SLC - BWI

SLCBWI

Salt Lake City

Thu 9/4

3:05 pm-12:10 am

1 stop7h 05m

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 10/19

6:26 am-12:53 pm

1 stop8h 27m

$251

Salt Lake CityBaltimore

SLC - BWI

SLCBWI

Salt Lake City

Wed 8/13

8:05 am-4:31 pm

1 stop6h 26m

Baltimore/Washington

Fri 8/15

5:26 pm-12:04 am

1 stop8h 38m

$259

Salt Lake CityWashington, D.C.

SLC - DCA

SLCDCA

Salt Lake City

Sat 8/23

10:27 pm-7:38 am

1 stop7h 11m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 8/25

3:00 pm-9:32 pm

1 stop8h 32m

$263

Salt Lake CityWashington, D.C.

SLC - IAD

SLCIAD

Salt Lake City

Sat 8/9

7:47 pm-10:07 am

1 stop12h 20m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 8/18

7:30 am-4:38 pm

1 stop11h 08m

$265

Salt Lake CityWashington, D.C.

SLC - DCA

SLCDCA

Salt Lake City

Thu 8/21

8:22 am-4:59 pm

1 stop6h 37m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 9/2

7:00 am-11:52 am

1 stop6h 52m

$265

Salt Lake CityWashington, D.C.

SLC - IAD

SLCIAD

Salt Lake City

Sat 10/18

5:50 pm-11:49 pm

Nonstop3h 59m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 10/27

7:20 am-10:15 am

Nonstop4h 55m

$269

Salt Lake CityWashington, D.C.

SLC - IAD

SLCIAD

Salt Lake City

Wed 10/29

7:00 am-4:16 pm

1 stop7h 16m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 11/5

5:55 pm-8:55 pm

Nonstop5h 00m

$275

Salt Lake CityWashington, D.C.

SLC - DCA

SLCDCA

Salt Lake City

Thu 7/3

8:05 am-6:02 pm

1 stop7h 57m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 7/8

4:59 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop7h 46m

$284

Salt Lake CityWashington, D.C.

SLC - IAD

SLCIAD

Salt Lake City

Tue 10/28

7:20 am-5:06 pm

1 stop7h 46m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 11/1

7:43 am-2:34 pm

1 stop8h 51m

$288

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Airports
SLC

Check in at SLC's main terminal before heading through the expanded security checkpoint. Enjoy local dining options like craft beer and tacos at The Plaza.

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IAD

Use the Washington Metro Silver line for a cost-effective trip to Dulles, taking less than 40 minutes to reach the airport from the city.

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Best time to book a flight from Salt Lake City to Washington, D.C.

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Washington, D.C. from Salt Lake City with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Salt Lake City to Washington, D.C.

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Salt Lake City to Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

Booking 20 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Salt Lake City to Washington, D.C.. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Salt Lake City to Washington, D.C. (average of $241). Flying from Salt Lake City to Washington, D.C. in March is currently the most expensive (average of $290). 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 SLC to WAS?

Find hourly flight availability from Salt Lake City 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 June 12, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Salt Lake City to Washington, D.C. at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 37% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Salt Lake City to Washington, D.C.?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Salt Lake City to Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on June 8, 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from Salt Lake City to Washington, D.C.

Explore weekly flight availability from Salt Lake City 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 June 12, 2025.

The most flights from SLC to WAS are scheduled on a Wednesday (6 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

Rainfall in Washington, D.C. by month

Plan your trip to Washington, D.C. by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

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.

Temperature in Washington, D.C. by month

Plan your trip to Washington, D.C. by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

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).

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 June 12, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from Salt Lake City to Washington, D.C.. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,494 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

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

    If you book a flight to Washington, D.C. from Salt Lake City, you will be flying from Salt Lake City, which is the city’s only airport. Salt Lake City (SLC) is located 5.7 mi from the center of Salt Lake City. There are 3 flights from Salt Lake City to Washington, D.C. per day from 7 different airlines.

  • How popular is this Salt Lake City to Washington, D.C. flight route?

    This flight path from Salt Lake City to Washington, D.C. was viewed by 6 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

    Flying on Spirit Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Washington, D.C., with prices starting at $251. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Frontier and JetBlue, with the lowest prices starting at $259 and $263, respectively. Users have found that Spirit Airlines is 43% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    $105 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Spirit Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Frontier and JetBlue, with prices starting from $120 and $142, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Salt Lake City to Washington, D.C.?

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

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Salt Lake City to Washington, D.C.?

    Consider Southwest (87%), Delta (82%) or KLM (81%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Salt Lake City to Washington, D.C..

  • What are the cheapest flights from Salt Lake City to Washington, D.C.?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Salt Lake City to Washington, D.C.? While on average our users pay $309, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $168. The most popular route (Salt Lake City - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl), is priced around $269.

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

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

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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 Salt Lake City to Washington, D.C..

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Salt Lake City 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 Salt Lake City to Washington, D.C.?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Salt Lake City to Washington, D.C. (average of $241). Flying from Salt Lake City to Washington, D.C. in March is currently the most expensive (average of $290). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$124Average$251FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$136Average$243FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$196Average$480FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
JetBlueCheapest$231Average$301FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$269Average$534FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$277Average$550FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$358Average$516FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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