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Today’s best flight deals from Nashville to Washington, D.C.

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August 1 - August 8

Cheapest

BNA - Washington, D.C.

$145

$63

Round trip

August 6 - August 8

BNA - Washington, D.C.

$157

$67

Round trip

August 15 - August 16

BNA - Washington, D.C.

$154

$72

Round trip

July 4 - July 18

Earliest

BNA - Washington, D.C.

$131

$79

Round trip

August 8 - August 16

BNA - Washington, D.C.

$139

$80

Round trip

August 8 - August 15

BNA - Washington, D.C.

$146

$82

Round trip

August 1 - August 15

BNA - Washington, D.C.

$126

$82

Round trip

July 4 - July 11

Best

Earliest

BNA - Washington, D.C.

$146

$83

Round trip

August 6 - August 16

BNA - Washington, D.C.

$131

$84

Round trip

August 6 - August 15

BNA - Washington, D.C.

$136

$86

Round trip

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Insights for flights from Nashville to Washington, D.C.

Most itineraries for flights from Nashville to Washington, D.C. connect at least once, with only 23.4% of recent fares being non-stop. For the majority of journeys that include connections, the typical number of stopovers is 2. This indicates that while direct options exist, travelers should expect to factor in layovers for many available routes.

When considering cheap flights from Nashville to Washington, D.C., fares typically range from $215–$529, with a median price of $389. Right now, current fares are above the typical level for this route. Approximately 23% of recent fares were classified as a good price, suggesting that finding a deal is possible but may require some flexibility. New deals appear almost daily for this route, so consistent monitoring can be beneficial.

If you are wondering when is the cheapest time to fly from Nashville to Washington, D.C., the data indicates that February is typically the most affordable month, with a median fare of $168. Following February, December also offers competitive pricing, with a median fare of $228. April is another relatively inexpensive option, showing a median fare of $230.

A typical journey from Nashville to Washington, D.C. takes approximately 12h 20m, including connections. This duration accounts for the fact that most itineraries involve at least one stopover, reflecting the overall travel time from departure to arrival. The total distance covered on this route is 902 kilometers, classifying it as a short-haul flight.

How much is a round trip from Nashville to Washington, D.C.

Regular price: $113 - $284

Prices are currently below the regular range for flights from Nashville to Washington, D.C.

The regular price range for this route is between $113 and $284. The current lowest deal is $63 with Allegiant Air, for travel from Aug 1-Aug 8.

now $63

Low $113

High $284

The cheapest time to fly from Nashville to Washington, D.C.

Flights from Nashville to Washington are cheapest in February, with a median price of $168. The most expensive month to fly is September, with a median price of $465. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

February

Cheapest

Flights from $168

September

Most Expensive

Flights from $465

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Direct flights from Nashville to Washington, D.C.

Allegiant Air

Last-minute flights going from Nashville to Washington, D.C.

Sat, Jun 20

⌛ Last-Minute

BNA - Washington, D.C.

Nashville (BNA) - Washington, D.C. (IAD)

Allegiant Air

$189

$130

One-way

Tue, Jun 23

⌛ Last-Minute

BNA - Washington, D.C.

Nashville (BNA) - Washington, D.C. (DCA)

Frontier Airlines

$353

$242

One-way

Thu, Jun 25

⌛ Last-Minute

BNA - Washington, D.C.

Nashville (BNA) - Washington, D.C. (IAD)

Allegiant Air

$184

$99

One-way

Thu, Jun 25

⌛ Last-Minute

BNA - Washington, D.C.

Nashville (BNA) - Washington, D.C. (IAD)

Allegiant Air

$142

$124

One-way

Thu, Jun 25

⌛ Last-Minute

BNA - Washington, D.C.

Nashville (BNA) - Washington, D.C. (IAD)

Allegiant Air

$144

$128

One-way

Thu, Jun 25

⌛ Last-Minute

BNA - Washington, D.C.

Nashville (BNA) - Washington, D.C. (IAD)

Allegiant Air

$158

$132

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Nashville to Washington, D.C.

1 night

Sep 25 - Sep 26

$388 → $236

39%

2 nights

Sep 26 - Sep 28

$388 → $237

39%

3 nights

Sep 26 - Sep 29

$388 → $237

39%

3 nights

Sep 3 - Sep 6

$371 → $223

40%

Popular Airports to fly from Nashville to Washington, D.C.

Nashville - Washington, D.C. route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are near the typical level.

Recent fares for Nashville to Washington, D.C. are near the typical level, with a median of $389.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in February for the best prices.

Historically, February is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $168.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights typically take 12h 20m.

The median flight duration for connecting flights from Nashville to Washington, D.C. is 12h 20m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant for this route.

Only 23.4% of deals are direct, with connecting flights having a median of 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Allegiant Air offers direct flights.

Allegiant Air is an airline that has offered direct flights on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently for this route.

Historically, deals for flights from Nashville to Washington, D.C. appear frequently.

Nashville main airports to depart from

Nashville International (BNA)

Cheapest

Nashville International Airport offers flights to Washington, D.C., and is the cheapest option for this route.

📍 ~13 km from Nashville (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$63

Washington, D.C. main airports to arrive at

Washington Dulles International (IAD)

Cheapest

Washington Dulles International Airport is a good option for flights from Nashville to Washington, D.C.

📍 ~35 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$63

Baltimore–Washington International (BWI)

Baltimore–Washington International Airport serves the Washington, D.C. area for flights from Nashville.

📍 ~50 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$199

Ronald Reagan Washington National (DCA)

Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport is a convenient arrival choice for flights from Nashville.

📍 ~5 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$208

Airports nearby Washington, D.C. used as alternative

Philadelphia International (PHL)

Philadelphia International is a major international hub with extensive connectivity and often serves trans-Atlantic routes.

📍 ~200 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car, train)

💸 Flights from ~$207

Richmond International (RIC)

Cheapest

Richmond International offers a strong domestic network and easier terminal navigation than larger D.C. airports.

📍 ~160 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$77

Harrisburg International (MDT)

Harrisburg International is a convenient alternative for travelers in northern D.C. suburbs or Maryland with reliable service.

📍 ~160 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$99

Norfolk International (ORF)

Norfolk International offers good availability of flights to major East Coast and Midwest hubs.

📍 ~290 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$177

Charlottesville–Albemarle (CHO)

Charlottesville–Albemarle provides reliable regional service with connections to major hubs and an efficient terminal.

📍 ~160 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$288

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Washington, D.C.

46% AI deal score

$577

From BNA

Elite

Jul 21

Washington, D.C., United States

46% AI deal score

$577

From BNA

Elite

Jul 01

Washington, D.C., United States

46% AI deal score

$607

$601

Save $6

From BNA

Washington, D.C., United States

45% AI deal score

Washington, D.C., United States

39% AI deal score

$2,753

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Washington, D.C.

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Nashville to Washington, D.C. is typically 7-13 days before departure. During this period, the average price for a flight is around $343. Booking within 0-6 days of departure sees prices rise to an average of $400. For those planning further ahead, booking 28-59 days out typically results in an average price of $396, while booking 60+ days in advance averages $470.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Nashville to Washington, D.C. is considered to be $215 or less. The median price for this route over the same period was $389. Fares typically range, with 75% of prices observed at $529 or less. This threshold represents a fare that is cheaper than 75% of all observed prices on this route.

Historically, February has been the cheapest month to fly from Nashville to Washington, D.C., with a median price of $168. December and April also offer relatively lower median prices at $228 and $230, respectively. The annual median price for this route is $389, indicating that these months offer significant savings compared to the yearly average.

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