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

Explore current cheapest deals departing from Denver to Washington, D.C.

August 19 - August 24

Cheapest

DEN - Washington, D.C.

$293

$169

Round trip

October 20 - October 27

DEN - Washington, D.C.

$287

$175

Round trip

August 20 - August 24

DEN - Washington, D.C.

$295

$180

Round trip

August 4 - August 19

DEN - Washington, D.C.

$271

$189

Round trip

August 5 - August 18

DEN - Washington, D.C.

$278

$189

Round trip

August 5 - August 19

DEN - Washington, D.C.

$278

$189

Round trip

October 1 - October 27

DEN - Washington, D.C.

$244

$191

Round trip

October 20 - November 11

DEN - Washington, D.C.

$260

$192

Round trip

November 3 - November 11

DEN - Washington, D.C.

$308

$192

Round trip

July 28 - August 18

Best
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DEN - Washington, D.C.

$354

$199

Round trip

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

A meaningful share of flights from Denver to Washington, D.C. are non-stop, with 47.1% of recent fares falling into this category. For itineraries that include connections, travelers typically encounter 2 stopovers. This indicates a route with a mix of direct and connecting options, offering flexibility depending on your travel preferences and budget.
If you are looking for cheap flights from Denver to Washington, D.C., fares are typically $165–$549, with a median of $329. Right now, current fares are significantly above the typical level for this route. Only 11% of recent fares were classified as a good price, suggesting that finding a deal might require some flexibility or advance planning. New deals appear almost daily, so setting up a price alert could be beneficial.
When is the cheapest time to fly from Denver to Washington, D.C.? The most affordable month to fly is typically August, with a median fare of $169. Following closely, April offers a median fare of $191, and May presents a median of $207. These months generally provide more budget-friendly options compared to the overall median.
How long is the flight from Denver to Washington, D.C.? A typical journey, including connections, takes approximately 7h 55m. This duration reflects the combined time of flights and any layovers for itineraries on this route. The distance between Denver and Washington, D.C. is 2369 kilometers, classifying it as a medium-haul route.

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

Regular price: $236 - $359

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

The regular price range for this route is $236 to $359. The current lowest deal is $169 with Frontier Airlines, for travel from Aug 19-Aug 24.

now $169

Low $236

High $359

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

Flights from Denver to Washington are cheapest in August, with a median price of $169. The most expensive month to fly is June, with a median price of $508. Prices are generally lower from March to December.

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Flights from $169

June

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Flights from $508

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

Tue, Jun 30

⌛ Last-Minute

DEN - Washington, D.C.

Denver (DEN) - Washington, D.C. (DCA)

$530

$315

One-way

Tue, Jun 30

⌛ Last-Minute

DEN - Washington, D.C.

Denver (DEN) - Washington, D.C. (DCA)

$519

$315

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Tue, Jun 30

⌛ Last-Minute

DEN - Washington, D.C.

Denver (DEN) - Washington, D.C. (DCA)

$543

$374

One-way

Fri, Jul 3

⌛ Last-Minute

DEN - Washington, D.C.

JetBlue Airways

Denver (DEN) - Washington, D.C. (DCA)

JetBlue Airways

$361

$234

One-way

Fri, Jul 3

⌛ Last-Minute

DEN - Washington, D.C.

Frontier Airlines

Denver (DEN) - Washington, D.C. (IAD)

Frontier Airlines

$400

$269

One-way

Fri, Jul 3

⌛ Last-Minute

DEN - Washington, D.C.

JetBlue Airways

Denver (DEN) - Washington, D.C. (DCA)

JetBlue Airways

$434

$338

One-way

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

13 nights

Jun 30 - Jul 13

$530  →  $315

41%

15 nights

Jun 30 - Jul 15

$519  →  $315

39%

11 nights

Jun 30 - Jul 11

$543  →  $374

31%

3 nights

Jul 13 - Jul 16

$410  →  $244

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

Denver - Washington, D.C. route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for Denver to Washington, D.C. are above the typical level at $169.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in August for the best prices

Historically, August offers the lowest median price at $169 for Denver to Washington, D.C. flights.

⏱️ Flight duration

Average flight time is 7h 55m

The typical flight duration from Denver to Washington, D.C. is 7 hours and 55 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Mixed availability of direct flights

About 47% of recent deals for this route are direct, with frequent deals available.

🏆 Airline highlight

Frontier Airlines offers direct flights

Frontier Airlines is one of the carriers providing direct flights on the Denver to Washington, D.C. route.

🎯 Booking tip

Consider connecting flights for more options

When connecting, flights typically involve 2 stopovers for the Denver to Washington, D.C. route.

Denver main airports to depart from

Denver International (DEN)

Cheapest

Denver International Airport is a great option for flights from Denver to Washington, D.C.

📍 ~30 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$169

Washington, D.C. main airports to arrive at

Washington Dulles International (IAD)

Cheapest

Washington Dulles International Airport is a convenient arrival option for flights from Denver to Washington, D.C.

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

💸 Flights from ~$180

Baltimore–Washington International (BWI)

Baltimore–Washington International Airport serves as an alternative arrival point for flights to Washington, D.C.

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

💸 Flights from ~$194

Ronald Reagan Washington National (DCA)

Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport is a close-to-city arrival option for flights from Denver.

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

💸 Flights from ~$189

Airports nearby Washington, D.C. used as alternative

Philadelphia International (PHL)

Cheapest

Philadelphia International is a major international hub with extensive connectivity, often serving as a viable alternative for trans-Atlantic routes.

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

💸 Flights from ~$132

Richmond International (RIC)

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

📍 ~150 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$214

Harrisburg International (MDT)

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

📍 ~150 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$273

Norfolk International (ORF)

Norfolk International offers significant passenger volume and good flight availability to major East Coast and Midwest hubs.

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

💸 Flights from ~$240

Charlottesville–Albemarle (CHO)

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

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

💸 Flights from ~$329

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

Historically, the best prices for flights from Denver to Washington, D.C. are found when booking 60+ days in advance, with an average price of $348. Booking 14-27 days out also typically yields good prices, averaging $359. Waiting until 0-6 days before departure usually results in significantly higher prices, averaging $858. Across the trailing quarter, prices generally increase as the departure date approaches within a two-week window.

Based on data from the trailing 90 days, a good price for a flight from Denver to Washington, D.C. is considered to be around $165 or less. The median price for this route during that period was $329. Typically, 75% of travelers paid $549 or less for their tickets.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Denver to Washington, D.C. are August, with a median price of $169, and April, with a median price of $191. May also offers relatively lower prices, with a median of $207. The annual median price for this route is $329, indicating that these months offer significant savings compared to the yearly average.