Can I fly direct from Dallas to Washington, D.C.?

Yes, direct flights from Dallas to Washington, D.C. are available, though they represent a minority of the routes. Historically, approximately 24.6% of flights on this route have been direct. For journeys involving connections, travelers typically experience a median of 2 stopovers. This indicates that while direct options exist, many routes will include at least one stop.

How many hours is the flight from Dallas to Washington, D.C.?

The typical direct flight from Dallas to Washington, D.C. has a median duration of 191 minutes, which is approximately 3 hours and 11 minutes. For flights that include one stop, the median duration is considerably longer, at about 425 minutes, or 7 hours and 5 minutes. The air distance between the two cities is 1882 kilometers. Travelers should account for significant time differences when choosing between direct and connecting flights.

How often do Dallas to Washington, D.C. flight prices drop?

Historically, flight prices for the Dallas to Washington, D.C. route have shown frequent drops. This indicates that travelers can often find opportunities for price reductions. The route is characterized by consistent price fluctuations, suggesting that monitoring prices over time can be beneficial for securing a more favorable fare. This frequent activity makes it a dynamic route for price changes.

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Dallas to Washington, D.C.: Overview

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

Flights from Dallas to Washington, D.C. typically range from $182–$573, with a median fare of $347. Right now, fares are above the typical level for this route. Only 6% of recent fares were classified as a good price, suggesting that finding a low fare may require some flexibility.

If you are looking for cheap flights from Dallas to Washington, D.C., the best time to fly is often in the cooler months. November stands out as the cheapest month, with a median fare of just $106. Other affordable options include April, which has a median fare of $148, and July, with a median fare of $162.

The journey from Dallas to Washington, D.C. covers a distance of 1915 kilometers, classifying it as a medium-haul route. This distance means you will be in the air for a significant period, making comfort and flight duration important considerations for your trip.

A typical journey from Dallas to Washington, D.C. takes about 3h 11m for direct flights. However, most itineraries connect at least once, and when connecting, the median journey time extends to 7h 45m, including layovers. Only 24.6% of recent fares were for non-stop flights, indicating that you will likely encounter one or more connections on this route, with a median of 2 stopovers when connecting.

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

Regular price: $184 - $362

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

The regular price range for this route is between $184 and $362. The current lowest deal is $113 with Frontier Airlines for travel from Sep 12-Sep 19.

now $113

Low $184

High $362

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

The cheapest month to fly from DFW to WAS is November, with a median price of $109. The most expensive month is December, with a median price of $1021. Prices are generally lower from April to November.

November

Cheapest

Flights from $109

December

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,021

Jan

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Dallas to Washington, D.C.

Frontier Airlines

American Airlines

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

Tue, Aug 11

⌛ Last-Minute

DFW - Washington, D.C.

Dallas (DFW) - Washington, D.C. (BWI)

Frontier Airlines

$300

$125

One-way

Tue, Aug 11

⌛ Last-Minute

DFW - Washington, D.C.

Dallas (DFW) - Washington, D.C. (BWI)

Frontier Airlines

$315

$126

One-way

Tue, Aug 11

⌛ Last-Minute

DFW - Washington, D.C.

Dallas (DFW) - Washington, D.C. (BWI)

Frontier Airlines

$280

$126

One-way

Tue, Aug 11

⌛ Last-Minute

DFW - Washington, D.C.

Dallas (DFW) - Washington, D.C. (IAD)

Frontier Airlines

$328

$127

One-way

Tue, Aug 11

⌛ Last-Minute

DFW - Washington, D.C.

Dallas (DFW) - Washington, D.C. (BWI)

Frontier Airlines

$209

$135

One-way

Tue, Aug 11

⌛ Last-Minute

DFW - Washington, D.C.

Dallas (DFW) - Washington, D.C. (BWI)

Frontier Airlines

$234

$135

One-way

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

2 nights

Aug 18 - Aug 20

$808 → $271

66%

3 nights

Aug 17 - Aug 20

$805 → $271

66%

1 night

Aug 18 - Aug 19

$805 → $271

66%

4 nights

Aug 18 - Aug 22

$802 → $271

66%

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Dallas - Washington, D.C. route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Dallas to Washington, D.C. are above the typical level.

📅 Best time to fly

November is historically cheapest at $109

Historically, November is the cheapest month to fly from Dallas to Washington, D.C.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 3h 11m

Direct flights from Dallas to Washington, D.C. typically take 3 hours and 11 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are common

Only 24.6% of recent flights from Dallas to Washington, D.C. were direct.

🏆 Airline highlight

Frontier Airlines offers direct flights

Frontier Airlines has offered 2 direct deals from Dallas to Washington, D.C. recently.

🎯 Booking tip

Good deals are frequent

Deals on flights from Dallas to Washington, D.C. appear frequently.

Dallas main airports to depart from

Dallas/Fort Worth International (DFW)

Cheapest

Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport is a convenient departure point for flights from Dallas to Washington, D.C.

📍 ~26 km from Dallas (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$120

Dallas Love Field (DAL)

Dallas Love Field is an alternative departure airport for flights from Dallas to Washington, D.C.

📍 ~9 km from Dallas (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$215

Washington, D.C. main airports to arrive at

Washington Dulles International (IAD)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~36 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$120

Airports nearby Washington, D.C. used as alternative

Philadelphia International (PHL)

Cheapest

Consider Philadelphia International for its extensive route networks and carrier competition, often resulting in lower fares.

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

💸 Flights from ~$113

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$1,141

$676

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$1,679

$681

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$681

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

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Dallas to Washington, D.C. is typically 14-27 days before departure. During this period, the average price observed across the trailing quarter was approximately $317. Booking within 0-6 days of departure generally sees a significantly higher average price of around $812, while booking 7-13 days out averages about $580. Prices tend to increase as the departure date approaches, making earlier booking within this window more advantageous.

Based on historical data from the trailing 90 days, a good price for a flight from Dallas to Washington, D.C. is considered to be around $182 or less. The median price for this route has been observed at $347. Prices can vary, with 75% of observed fares being $573 or less. Travelers aiming for the lower end of the price spectrum should target fares at or below the $182 mark.

Historically, November, April, and July have offered some of the cheapest flights from Dallas to Washington, D.C. Across the trailing 270 days, November showed a median price of $106, while April had a median of $148. July also presented a competitive median price of $162. These months typically offer prices significantly lower than the annual median of $347 for this route.

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Dallas to Washington, D.C.: Overview

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

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

Regular price: $184 - $362

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

The regular price range for this route is between $184 and $362. The current lowest deal is $113 with Frontier Airlines for travel from Sep 12-Sep 19.

now $113

Low $184

High $362

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

November

Cheapest

Flights from $109

December

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,021

Jan

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Dallas to Washington, D.C.

Frontier Airlines

American Airlines

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

Tue, Aug 11

⌛ Last-Minute

DFW - Washington, D.C.

Dallas (DFW) - Washington, D.C. (BWI)

Frontier Airlines

$300

$125

One-way

Tue, Aug 11

⌛ Last-Minute

DFW - Washington, D.C.

Dallas (DFW) - Washington, D.C. (BWI)

Frontier Airlines

$315

$126

One-way

Tue, Aug 11

⌛ Last-Minute

DFW - Washington, D.C.

Dallas (DFW) - Washington, D.C. (BWI)

Frontier Airlines

$280

$126

One-way

Tue, Aug 11

⌛ Last-Minute

DFW - Washington, D.C.

Dallas (DFW) - Washington, D.C. (IAD)

Frontier Airlines

$328

$127

One-way

Tue, Aug 11

⌛ Last-Minute

DFW - Washington, D.C.

Dallas (DFW) - Washington, D.C. (BWI)

Frontier Airlines

$209

$135

One-way

Tue, Aug 11

⌛ Last-Minute

DFW - Washington, D.C.

Dallas (DFW) - Washington, D.C. (BWI)

Frontier Airlines

$234

$135

One-way

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

2 nights

Aug 18 - Aug 20

$808 → $271

66%

3 nights

Aug 17 - Aug 20

$805 → $271

66%

1 night

Aug 18 - Aug 19

$805 → $271

66%

4 nights

Aug 18 - Aug 22

$802 → $271

66%

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

Dallas - Washington, D.C. route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Dallas to Washington, D.C. are above the typical level.

📅 Best time to fly

November is historically cheapest at $109

Historically, November is the cheapest month to fly from Dallas to Washington, D.C.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 3h 11m

Direct flights from Dallas to Washington, D.C. typically take 3 hours and 11 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are common

Only 24.6% of recent flights from Dallas to Washington, D.C. were direct.

🏆 Airline highlight

Frontier Airlines offers direct flights

Frontier Airlines has offered 2 direct deals from Dallas to Washington, D.C. recently.

🎯 Booking tip

Good deals are frequent

Deals on flights from Dallas to Washington, D.C. appear frequently.

Dallas main airports to depart from

Dallas/Fort Worth International (DFW)

Cheapest

Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport is a convenient departure point for flights from Dallas to Washington, D.C.

📍 ~26 km from Dallas (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$120

Dallas Love Field (DAL)

Dallas Love Field is an alternative departure airport for flights from Dallas to Washington, D.C.

📍 ~9 km from Dallas (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$215

Washington, D.C. main airports to arrive at

Washington Dulles International (IAD)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~36 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$120

Airports nearby Washington, D.C. used as alternative

Philadelphia International (PHL)

Cheapest

Consider Philadelphia International for its extensive route networks and carrier competition, often resulting in lower fares.

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

💸 Flights from ~$113

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Washington, D.C., United States

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From DFW

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Washington, D.C., United States

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$676

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Aug 19

Washington, D.C., United States

86% AI deal score

$1,266

$676

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From DFW

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Aug 22

Washington, D.C., United States

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$1,266

$681

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From DFW

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Sep 12

Washington, D.C., United States

84% AI deal score

$1,141

$676

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From DFW

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Aug 19

Washington, D.C., United States

84% AI deal score

$1,679

$681

Save $998

From DFW

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Sep 08

Washington, D.C., United States

83% AI deal score

$1,130

$681

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From DAL

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Jan 04

Washington, D.C., United States

83% AI deal score

$1,609

$952

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From DFW

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Sep 15

Washington, D.C., United States

82% AI deal score

$1,143

$667

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From DFW

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Oct 17

Washington, D.C., United States

82% AI deal score

$1,056

$681

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From DAL

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Washington, D.C., United States

82% AI deal score

$2,334

$1,167

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Washington, D.C., United States

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

Cheap Flights from Dallas to Washington, D.C.

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

Dallas to Washington, D.C.: Overview

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

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

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

Direct flights from Dallas to Washington, D.C.

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

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

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

Dallas - Washington, D.C. route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

November is historically cheapest at $109

Direct flights average 3h 11m

Connecting flights are common

Frontier Airlines offers direct flights

Good deals are frequent

Dallas main airports to depart from

Washington, D.C. main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Washington, D.C. used as alternative

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

Best Elite deals to Washington, D.C.

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When is the best time to book flights from Dallas to Washington, D.C.?

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Which months have the cheapest flights from Dallas to Washington, D.C.?

Can I fly direct from Dallas to Washington, D.C.?

How many hours is the flight from Dallas to Washington, D.C.?

How often do Dallas to Washington, D.C. flight prices drop?

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Dallas to Washington, D.C.: Overview

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

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

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

Direct flights from Dallas to Washington, D.C.

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

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

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

Dallas - Washington, D.C. route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

November is historically cheapest at $109

Direct flights average 3h 11m

Connecting flights are common

Frontier Airlines offers direct flights

Good deals are frequent

Dallas main airports to depart from

Washington, D.C. main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Washington, D.C. used as alternative

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

Best Elite deals to Washington, D.C.

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

When is the best time to book flights from Dallas to Washington, D.C.?

What is a good price for a flight from Dallas to Washington, D.C.?

Which months have the cheapest flights from Dallas to Washington, D.C.?