Washington, D.C.

$60+ Cheap flights from New York, NY (NYC) to Washington, D.C. (WAS)

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NYC — WAS
May 29 — Jun 51
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Cheapest flights from New York to Washington, D.C.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New York to Washington, D.C.. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 29, 2026.

This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/2710:00 pm
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Deal found 4/29$124
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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.
Tue 5/2610:00 pm
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Deal found 4/27$134
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/26. 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.
Thu 5/2810:00 pm
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Deal found 4/26$135
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Thu 5/286:29 am
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Deal found 4/28$136
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/26. 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.
Fri 5/296:29 am
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Deal found 4/26$141
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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.
Wed 5/2710:00 pm
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Deal found 4/27$141
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Wed 5/2710:00 pm
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Deal found 4/29$145
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Tue 5/2610:00 pm
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Deal found 4/28$149
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Tue 5/2610:00 pm
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Deal found 4/28$151
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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.
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Deal found 4/27$152
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/26. 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.
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Deal found 4/26$155
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
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Deal found 4/24$156

Find flight deals from New York to Washington, D.C.

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from New York (NYC) 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 April 29, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$134
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$60
(Trip.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$315

Good round-trip deal

$199 or less

Good one-way deal

$93 or less
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One-way flight from New York (NYC) to Washington, D.C. (WAS)
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 21% potential increase in price ($58 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($11 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from New York (NYC) to Washington, D.C. (WAS).
Price to beat on a one-way flight from New York (NYC) to Washington, D.C. (WAS).

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Customize your flight search to find flights from New York 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 April 29, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New York to Washington, D.C. that are best for you.

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Price

Cheapest round-trip

New YorkWashington, D.C.

JFK - DCA

JFKDCA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 7/25

8:35 am-10:09 am

Nonstop1h 34m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 8/8

6:02 am-7:25 am

Nonstop1h 23m

$177

NewarkWashington, D.C.

EWR - IAD

EWRIAD

Newark

Thu 7/16

6:00 am-7:22 am

Nonstop1h 22m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 7/19

8:25 am-9:51 am

Nonstop1h 26m

$177

New YorkWashington, D.C.

JFK - DCA

JFKDCA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 7/10

8:35 am-10:09 am

Nonstop1h 34m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 7/12

6:02 am-7:25 am

Nonstop1h 23m

$177

New YorkWashington, D.C.

JFK - DCA

JFKDCA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 7/10

8:35 am-10:09 am

Nonstop1h 34m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 7/13

11:00 am-12:17 pm

Nonstop1h 17m

$177

New YorkWashington, D.C.

JFK - DCA

JFKDCA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 7/22

3:20 pm-4:59 pm

Nonstop1h 39m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 7/23

6:02 am-7:25 am

Nonstop1h 23m

$177

New YorkWashington, D.C.

LGA - DCA

LGADCA

New York LaGuardia

Thu 6/11

11:20 am-12:46 pm

Nonstop1h 26m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 6/14

8:15 am-9:32 am

Nonstop1h 17m

$177

New YorkWashington, D.C.

LGA - DCA

LGADCA

New York LaGuardia

Fri 6/19

7:25 pm-8:58 pm

Nonstop1h 33m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 6/22

8:40 pm-9:58 pm

Nonstop1h 18m

$177
Quickest round-trip

New YorkWashington, D.C.

LGA - DCA

LGADCA

New York LaGuardia

Wed 7/22

8:50 am-10:15 am

Nonstop1h 25m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 7/24

6:20 am-7:30 am

Nonstop1h 10m

$177

New YorkWashington, D.C.

LGA - DCA

LGADCA

New York LaGuardia

Wed 7/22

6:05 am-7:23 am

Nonstop1h 18m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 7/25

2:00 pm-3:22 pm

Nonstop1h 22m

$177

New YorkWashington, D.C.

LGA - DCA

LGADCA

New York LaGuardia

Fri 7/24

9:20 pm-10:58 pm

Nonstop1h 38m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 7/25

2:00 pm-3:22 pm

Nonstop1h 22m

$177

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from New York to Washington, D.C. in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on New York-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 New York-Washington, D.C. flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from New York-Washington, D.C. flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on New York-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 New York-Washington, D.C. flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Booking 75 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from New York 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 New York to Washington, D.C.?

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Washington, D.C. (average of $48). Flying from New York to Washington, D.C. in January is currently the most expensive (average of $470). 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 NYC to WAS?

Find hourly flight availability from New York 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 April 29, 2026.

When flying from New York to Washington, D.C., the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 25% versus a flight in the afternoon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from New York to Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on April 25, 2026.

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

Weekly flight availability from New York to Washington, D.C.

Explore weekly flight availability from New York 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 April 29, 2026.

The most flights from NYC to WAS are scheduled on a Wednesday (115 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (39 on average).

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

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

About 22% of weekly flights between New York and Washington, D.C. have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 123 minutes.

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

Historically, flights departing in the morning 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 New York to Washington, D.C. flights?

Over the last year, Delta have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 20% of flights being delayed.

The best insider tips for New York to Washington, D.C. flights

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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 April 29, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta,United Airlines, andJetBlue from New York to Washington, D.C. by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.

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

    Delta, United Airlines, and Spirit Airlines can get you from New York to Washington, D.C. in just under 1h 22m. Your travel time can differ by up to 8h 06m. There are 211 mi between New York and Washington, D.C.. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    JetBlue, at $64, was found to be the cheapest airline from New York to Washington, D.C..Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Delta and United Airlines. JetBlue is priced at 70% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $63 on JetBlue. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include United Airlines from $64 and American Airlines from $64 one-way.

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

  • What are the most reliable airlines from New York to Washington, D.C.?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from New York to Washington, D.C. consider choosing China Airlines (100%), Exec Air (100%) or Republic Airways (92%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from New York to Washington, D.C.?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from New York to Washington, D.C.? While on average our users pay $479, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $78. The most popular route (New York LaGuardia - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl), is priced around $177.

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Washington, D.C. (average of $48). Flying from New York to Washington, D.C. in January is currently the most expensive (average of $470). 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 New York to Washington, D.C.

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from New York 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 April 29, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetBlueCheapest$64Average$168FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$73Average$218FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$117Average$285FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$129Average$264FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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