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

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September 12 - September 19

Cheapest

Best

Earliest

PDX - Washington, D.C.

$224

$194

Round trip

September 22 - September 29

PDX - Washington, D.C.

$233

$209

Round trip

September 23 - September 30

PDX - Washington, D.C.

$236

$210

Round trip

September 15 - September 22

PDX - Washington, D.C.

$225

$213

Round trip

September 22 - September 30

PDX - Washington, D.C.

$226

$213

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September 16 - September 29

PDX - Washington, D.C.

$207

$213

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September 16 - September 23

PDX - Washington, D.C.

$225

$213

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September 16 - September 26

PDX - Washington, D.C.

$212

$213

Round trip

September 16 - September 30

PDX - Washington, D.C.

$207

$213

Round trip

September 16 - September 19

PDX - Washington, D.C.

$230

$213

Round trip

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

A typical journey from Portland to Washington, D.C. takes about 10h 42m, including connections. This reflects the reality that most itineraries connect at least once, with the median number of stopovers for connecting flights being 1. For travelers seeking cheap flights from Portland to Washington, D.C., understanding these connection patterns is key to planning.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Portland to Washington, D.C.? The most affordable month to fly is typically February, with a median fare of $207. Following closely, October offers a median fare of $219, and March presents a median fare of $239. These months generally provide more budget-friendly options for this route.

Fares for flights from Portland to Washington, D.C. typically range from $259–$517, with a median of $353. Right now, fares are above the typical level, and only 7% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily, suggesting that consistent monitoring could yield better prices.

The distance between Portland and Washington, D.C. is approximately 3773 kilometers. This classifies the route as a medium-haul journey, indicating a significant distance that typically involves several hours of flight time, often with connections.

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

Regular price: $192 - $433

Prices are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Portland to Washington, D.C. is typically between $192 and $433. The current lowest deal is $194 with Alaska Airlines, Inc. for travel from Sep 12-Sep 19.

now $194

Low $192

High $433

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

The cheapest month to fly from Portland to Washington is February, with a median price of $207. The most expensive month is July, with a median price of $698. Prices are generally lower from January to October.

February

Cheapest

Flights from $207

July

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Flights from $698

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Direct flights from Portland to Washington, D.C.

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

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

Tue, Jul 14

⌛ Last-Minute

PDX - Washington, D.C.

Portland (PDX) - Washington, D.C. (BWI)

American Airlines

$291

$233

One-way

Fri, Jul 17

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PDX - Washington, D.C.

Portland (PDX) - Washington, D.C. (BWI)

American Airlines

$303

$256

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Tue, Jul 21

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PDX - Washington, D.C.

Portland (PDX) - Washington, D.C. (BWI)

American Airlines

$284

$234

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Wed, Aug 5

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PDX - Washington, D.C.

Portland (PDX) - Washington, D.C. (BWI)

Southwest Airlines

$407

$283

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Fri, Aug 7

⌛ Last-Minute

PDX - Washington, D.C.

Portland (PDX) - Washington, D.C. (IAD)

$531

$378

One-way

Sat, Aug 8

⌛ Last-Minute

PDX - Washington, D.C.

Portland (PDX) - Washington, D.C. (BWI)

Southwest Airlines

$411

$284

One-way

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

7 nights

Aug 17 - Aug 24

$508 → $301

41%

8 nights

Aug 14 - Aug 22

$492 → $296

40%

7 nights

Aug 19 - Aug 26

$417 → $234

44%

3 nights

Aug 18 - Aug 21

$530 → $357

33%

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

Portland - Washington, D.C. route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

Recent fares from Portland to Washington, D.C. are above the typical level at $194.

📅 Best time to fly

February is historically the cheapest month to fly.

Historically, February is the cheapest month to fly from Portland to Washington, D.C. at $207.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights typically take 10h 42m.

The median flight duration from Portland to Washington, D.C. is 10h 42m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant for this route.

Connecting flights make up 72.9% of deals for Portland to Washington, D.C. routes.

🏆 Airline highlight

Alaska Airlines, Inc. offers direct flights.

Alaska Airlines, Inc. has offered direct flights from Portland to Washington, D.C. recently.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route.

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

Portland main airports to depart from

Portland International (PDX)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~10 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$194

Washington, D.C. main airports to arrive at

Baltimore–Washington International (BWI)

Cheapest

Consider BWI for flights to Washington, D.C. if you are looking for a potentially cheaper option.

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

💸 Flights from ~$194

Ronald Reagan Washington National (DCA)

DCA is a convenient arrival airport for Washington, D.C., offering proximity to the city center.

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

💸 Flights from ~$285

Washington Dulles International (IAD)

IAD is another option for flights to Washington, D.C., providing international connectivity.

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

💸 Flights from ~$288

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.

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

💸 Flights from ~$255

Richmond International (RIC)

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

📍 ~170 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$305

Harrisburg International (MDT)

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

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

💸 Flights from ~$312

Norfolk International (ORF)

Norfolk International offers significant passenger volume and carrier variety to major East Coast and Midwest hubs.

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

💸 Flights from ~$350

Charlottesville–Albemarle (CHO)

Charlottesville–Albemarle offers reliable regional service with connections to major hubs.

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

💸 Flights from ~$368

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

Historically, the best prices for flights from Portland to Washington, D.C. are found in the 0-6 days before departure, with an average price of $335. Prices typically increase as the departure date approaches, reaching an average of $553 for tickets purchased 28-59 days out. Even further out, 60+ days before departure, the average price is around $467. For the most favorable fares, consider booking within a week of your travel date.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Portland to Washington, D.C. is considered to be $259 or less. The median price for this route was $353. Prices can go up to $517 or more for the higher end of fares. Travelers aiming for a budget-friendly trip should target prices at or below the $259 threshold.

Historically, February has been the cheapest month to fly from Portland to Washington, D.C., with a median price of $207. October also offers competitive prices, with a median of $219. March, while being the most expensive month in the trailing 270 days, still presents a median price of $239, which is significantly lower than the annual median of $353. Travelers looking for the best value should consider these months.

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