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

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August 18 - August 25

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$444

$91

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August 18 - August 26

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$431

$91

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September 16 - September 23

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$179

$91

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September 9 - September 23

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BOS - Washington, D.C.

$159

$91

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September 9 - September 30

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BOS - Washington, D.C.

$154

$91

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September 2 - September 29

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$149

$91

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September 9 - September 15

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$176

$91

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September 16 - September 29

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$162

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September 9 - September 16

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$176

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September 9 - September 29

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BOS - Washington, D.C.

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

A typical journey from Boston to Washington, D.C. takes about 7h 30m, including connections. This duration accounts for the fact that most itineraries on this route involve at least one stopover, which significantly extends the overall travel time compared to a direct flight.
For travelers seeking cheap flights from Boston to Washington, D.C., fares typically range from $164–$471, with a median of $282. Right now, current fares are above the typical level for this route. Approximately 57% of recent fares have been classified as a good price, indicating that while deals are available, they don't represent the majority of current offerings. New deals appear almost daily, suggesting frequent opportunities to find better prices.
When is the cheapest time to fly from Boston to Washington, D.C.? The most affordable month to fly is typically November, with a median fare of just $145. Following closely, February also offers competitive prices, with a median fare of $175. April is another relatively inexpensive option, showing a median fare of $192, making these months prime times to consider for budget-conscious travel.
Most itineraries from Boston to Washington, D.C. connect at least once, with only 39.1% of recent fares being non-stop. For those itineraries that do involve connections, the typical number of stopovers is 1. This means that if you fly this route, you are more likely to have a connecting flight rather than a direct one, which impacts the overall travel time.
The distance between Boston and Washington, D.C. is approximately 641 kilometers. This classifies the route as a short-haul journey, meaning it is a relatively brief flight suitable for quick trips or weekend getaways.

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

Regular price: $303 - $466

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

The regular price range for flights from Boston to Washington, D.C. is between $303 and $466. The current lowest deal is $91 with JetBlue Airways, for travel from August 18 to August 25.

now $91

Low $303

High $466

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

The cheapest month to fly from Boston to Washington is November, with a median price of $145. The most expensive month is December, with a median price of $487. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

November

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Flights from $145

December

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Flights from $487

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

Tue, Jul 7

⌛ Last-Minute

BOS - Washington, D.C.

Southwest Airlines

Boston (BOS) - Washington, D.C. (BWI)

Southwest Airlines

$122

$109

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⌛ Last-Minute

BOS - Washington, D.C.

American Airlines

Boston (BOS) - Washington, D.C. (DCA)

American Airlines

$155

$109

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Tue, Jul 7

⌛ Last-Minute

BOS - Washington, D.C.

Boston (BOS) - Washington, D.C. (DCA)

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$109

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Wed, Jul 8

⌛ Last-Minute

BOS - Washington, D.C.

JetBlue Airways

Boston (BOS) - Washington, D.C. (DCA)

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$155

$108

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Wed, Jul 8

⌛ Last-Minute

BOS - Washington, D.C.

Southwest Airlines

Boston (BOS) - Washington, D.C. (BWI)

Southwest Airlines

$123

$109

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Wed, Jul 8

⌛ Last-Minute

BOS - Washington, D.C.

Boston (BOS) - Washington, D.C. (DCA)

$172

$109

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

3 nights

Aug 1 - Aug 4

$621  →  $163

74%

2 nights

Aug 8 - Aug 10

$629  →  $195

69%

7 nights

Aug 24 - Aug 31

$601  →  $215

64%

7 nights

Aug 18 - Aug 25

$444  →  $91

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

Boston - Washington, D.C. route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Boston to Washington, D.C. are above the typical level at $91.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in November for the best prices

Historically, November offers the lowest median price at $145 for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Median flight time is 7h 30m

The median flight time from Boston to Washington, D.C. is 7 hours and 30 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are more common

About 39% of deals are direct, with connecting flights typically having 1 stopover.

🏆 Airline highlight

JetBlue Airways offers direct flights

JetBlue Airways is one of the airlines providing direct flight options on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route

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

Boston main airports to depart from

Logan International (BOS)

Cheapest

Logan International Airport is a convenient option for flights from Boston to Washington, D.C.

📍 ~5 km from Boston city center (reachable by car or public transport)

💸 Flights from ~$91

Washington, D.C. main airports to arrive at

Ronald Reagan Washington National (DCA)

Cheapest

Ronald Reagan Washington National is a convenient arrival airport for flights from Boston to Washington, D.C.

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

💸 Flights from ~$91

Baltimore–Washington International (BWI)

Baltimore–Washington International is an alternative arrival airport for flights from Boston to Washington, D.C.

📍 ~40 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$109

Washington Dulles International (IAD)

Washington Dulles International is an alternative arrival airport for flights from Boston to Washington, D.C.

📍 ~40 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$109

Airports nearby Washington, D.C. used as alternative

Philadelphia International (PHL)

Cheapest

Philadelphia International is a major international hub with extensive domestic and global connectivity, often serving trans-Atlantic routes.

📍 ~200 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by high-speed Amtrak rail service)

💸 Flights from ~$170

Richmond International (RIC)

Richmond International is the largest airport in Virginia outside the immediate D.C. metro area with a strong domestic network.

📍 ~160 km from Washington, D.C. (requires a 2-hour drive south)

💸 Flights from ~$209

Harrisburg International (MDT)

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

📍 ~160 km from Washington, D.C.

💸 Flights from ~$328

Norfolk International (ORF)

Norfolk International offers significant passenger volume and carrier variety with good availability of flights.

📍 ~290 km from Washington, D.C.

💸 Flights from ~$204

Charlottesville–Albemarle (CHO)

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

📍 ~160 km from Washington, D.C.

💸 Flights from ~$201

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

Historically, the lowest average prices for flights from Boston to Washington, D.C. are found when booking 14-27 days in advance, with an average price of $304. Booking within 0-6 days of departure typically sees prices rise to an average of $660. For bookings made 60+ days out, the average price is around $361. These trends are observed across a 90-day booking window.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Boston to Washington, D.C. is considered to be $164 or less. The median price for this route historically stands at $282. Prices exceeding $471 are typically in the more expensive range. These figures are based on a 90-day analysis.

Historically, November is typically the cheapest month to fly from Boston to Washington, D.C., with a median price of $145. February also offers lower prices, with a median of $175. The annual median price for this route is $282, based on data from the trailing 270 days.