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

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

July 21 - July 27

Cheapest
Best
Earliest

PHX - Washington, D.C.

$258

$144

Round trip

July 28 - August 12

PHX - Washington, D.C.

$234

$150

Round trip

July 28 - August 26

PHX - Washington, D.C.

$236

$150

Round trip

August 12 - August 19

PHX - Washington, D.C.

$276

$150

Round trip

August 12 - August 26

PHX - Washington, D.C.

$253

$150

Round trip

July 28 - August 19

PHX - Washington, D.C.

$236

$150

Round trip

August 12 - September 1

PHX - Washington, D.C.

$245

$150

Round trip

July 28 - August 10

PHX - Washington, D.C.

$237

$150

Round trip

August 23 - August 26

PHX - Washington, D.C.

$291

$179

Round trip

August 23 - September 1

PHX - Washington, D.C.

$271

$179

Round trip

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

For travelers planning cheap flights from Phoenix to Washington, D.C., the most affordable time to fly is typically in March, with a median fare of $196. April also offers competitive pricing, with a median fare of $197. These months present the best opportunities for finding lower prices compared to other times of the year, such as January, which sees a median fare of $281.
Right now, fares for flights from Phoenix to Washington, D.C. are above the typical level. Prices typically range from $199–$417, with a median of $294. Only 3% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that current market conditions are less favorable for finding deals.
A typical journey from Phoenix to Washington, D.C. takes about 10h 27m, including connections. This duration reflects that most itineraries connect at least once, as only 5.9% of recent fares were for direct flights from Phoenix to Washington, D.C. For connecting itineraries, the median number of stopovers is 1.
The route from Phoenix to Washington, D.C. covers a distance of 3178 km, classifying it as a medium-haul journey. This distance typically involves a significant amount of travel time, often necessitating connections to complete the trip. New deals for this route appear almost daily, suggesting that frequent monitoring could help you find better prices.

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

Regular price: $221 - $365

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

The regular price range for flights from Phoenix to Washington, D.C. is between $221 and $365. The current lowest deal is $144 with Frontier Airlines, for travel from Jul 21 to Jul 27.

now $144

Low $221

High $365

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

The cheapest month to fly from Phoenix to Washington is March, with a median price of $196. The most expensive month is February, with a median price of $734. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

March

Cheapest

Flights from $196

February

Most Expensive

Flights from $734

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Direct flights from Phoenix to Washington, D.C.

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

Wed, Jun 17

⌛ Last-Minute

PHX - Washington, D.C.

Frontier Airlines

Phoenix (PHX) - Washington, D.C. (DCA)

Frontier Airlines

$508

$399

One-way

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

PHX - Washington, D.C.

Frontier Airlines

Phoenix (PHX) - Washington, D.C. (DCA)

Frontier Airlines

$508

$405

One-way

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

PHX - Washington, D.C.

Frontier Airlines

Phoenix (PHX) - Washington, D.C. (DCA)

Frontier Airlines

$501

$406

One-way

Fri, Jun 26

⌛ Last-Minute

PHX - Washington, D.C.

Frontier Airlines

Phoenix (PHX) - Washington, D.C. (BWI)

Frontier Airlines

$371

$299

One-way

Fri, Jul 3

⌛ Last-Minute

PHX - Washington, D.C.

Frontier Airlines

Phoenix (PHX) - Washington, D.C. (IAD)

Frontier Airlines

$269

$241

One-way

Fri, Jul 3

⌛ Last-Minute

PHX - Washington, D.C.

Frontier Airlines

Phoenix (PHX) - Washington, D.C. (BWI)

Frontier Airlines

$256

$241

One-way

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

7 nights

Aug 12 - Aug 19

$276  →  $150

46%

6 nights

Jul 21 - Jul 27

$258  →  $144

44%

3 nights

Aug 23 - Aug 26

$291  →  $179

38%

1 night

Jun 17 - Jun 18

$508  →  $399

21%

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

Phoenix - Washington, D.C. route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Phoenix to Washington, D.C. are below the typical level at $144.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in March for the best prices

Historically, March has the lowest median price at $196 for flights from Phoenix to Washington, D.C..

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 10h 27m

The median flight duration for this route, which is connecting dominant, is 10h 27m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are common

Connecting flights are common, with a median of 1 stopover when not flying direct.

🏆 Airline highlight

United Airlines offers direct flights

United Airlines is an option for direct flights from Phoenix to Washington, D.C..

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently

Deals for flights from Phoenix to Washington, D.C. appear frequently, averaging 1.03 per day.

Phoenix main airports to depart from

Phoenix Sky Harbor International (PHX)

Cheapest

Phoenix Sky Harbor International is a convenient option for flights from Phoenix to Washington, D.C.

📍 ~10 km from Phoenix city center (reachable by car or bus).

💸 Flights from ~$144

Phoenix–Mesa Gateway (AZA)

Phoenix–Mesa Gateway offers an alternative departure point for flights from Phoenix to Washington, D.C.

📍 ~40 km from Phoenix city center (reachable by car).

💸 Flights from ~$283

Washington, D.C. main airports to arrive at

Washington Dulles International (IAD)

Cheapest

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

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

💸 Flights from ~$144

Baltimore–Washington International (BWI)

Baltimore–Washington International is an alternative for flights from Phoenix to Washington, D.C.

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

💸 Flights from ~$240

Ronald Reagan Washington National (DCA)

Ronald Reagan Washington National is a convenient choice for flights from Phoenix to Washington, D.C.

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

💸 Flights from ~$240

Airports nearby Washington, D.C. used as alternative

Philadelphia International (PHL)

Philadelphia International is a major international hub with extensive connectivity and rail access to Washington, D.C.

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

💸 Flights from ~$231

Richmond International (RIC)

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 ~$246

Harrisburg International (MDT)

Harrisburg International is a convenient alternative for northern D.C. suburbs, offering reliable service from major carriers.

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

💸 Flights from ~$348

Norfolk International (ORF)

Cheapest

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

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

💸 Flights from ~$218

Charlottesville–Albemarle (CHO)

Charlottesville–Albemarle offers reliable regional service and a very efficient terminal experience for travelers.

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

💸 Flights from ~$313

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

Historically, the cheapest flights from Phoenix to Washington, D.C. are found when booking 7-13 days in advance. During this period, the average price for a flight is typically around $291. Booking within 0-6 days of departure usually results in a significantly higher average price of $630. For bookings made 60 or more days out, the average price is about $346, which is higher than the 7-13 day window.

Across the trailing quarter, a good deal for a flight from Phoenix to Washington, D.C. is considered to be $199 or less. The median price for this route historically stands at $294. Prices typically range, with 75% of fares being $417 or less. Therefore, if you find a flight at or below $199, it represents a particularly favorable price.

Historically, March and April are the cheapest months to fly from Phoenix to Washington, D.C., with median prices of $196 and $197 respectively. The annual median price for this route is $294. January, while also listed among the cheapest, has a higher median price of $281 compared to March and April.