How many flights from Memphis to Washington, D.C. are non-stop?

Across the trailing quarter, approximately 10% of flights from Memphis to Washington, D.C. were non-stop. When connecting flights are necessary, travelers typically experience a median of 2 stopovers. This data is based on observations over a 90-day period. Therefore, direct options are less common for this route.

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

The direct flight from Memphis to Washington, D.C. typically takes about 2 hours and 28 minutes, covering a distance of 1192 kilometers. Flights with one stop, however, have a significantly longer median duration of 6 hours and 19 minutes. This represents a substantial difference in travel time, with direct flights being considerably faster.

How often do cheap flights from Memphis to Washington, D.C. come up?

Historically, cheap flights from Memphis to Washington, D.C. are classified as frequent. This indicates that opportunities for good deals on this route appear regularly. This assessment is based on observations over a 30-day period, suggesting consistent availability of competitively priced options for travelers.

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2026-08-06 – 2026-08-13
MEM - Washington, D.C.
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$357
$198
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2026-08-06 – 2026-08-12
MEM - Washington, D.C.
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$358
$198
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2026-08-13 – 2026-08-18
MEM - Washington, D.C.
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$367
$198
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2026-08-14 – 2026-08-17
MEM - Washington, D.C.
82% AI deal score
$374
$198
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2026-08-13 – 2026-08-19
MEM - Washington, D.C.
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$356
$198
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2026-08-21 – 2026-08-24
MEM - Washington, D.C.
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$370
$198
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2026-08-24 – 2026-08-31
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2026-08-19 – 2026-08-24
MEM - Washington, D.C.
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$198
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2026-08-13 – 2026-08-17
MEM - Washington, D.C.
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$377
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2026-08-20 – 2026-08-24
MEM - Washington, D.C.
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Memphis to Washington, D.C.: Overview

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

Most itineraries for flights from Memphis to Washington, D.C. connect at least once, with only a 0.1% share of recent fares being non-stop. For the majority of connecting itineraries, you can expect to make 2 stopovers.

A typical journey from Memphis to Washington, D.C. takes about 11h 32m, including connections. This duration accounts for the time spent in the air and any layovers you might encounter on the route.

The distance between Memphis and Washington, D.C. is 1,224 kilometers, classifying this as a short-haul flight. This distance typically means a quicker travel experience compared to longer routes.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Memphis to Washington, D.C.? You'll find the most affordable fares during April, with a median price of $288. Other budget-friendly months include June, with a median of $310, and September, where the median fare is $347.

Fares for cheap flights from Memphis to Washington, D.C. typically range from $325–$872, with a median of $386. Right now, current fares are significantly above the typical level. Only 7% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that finding a low fare can be challenging. New deals appear almost daily, so setting up a price alert could be beneficial.

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

Regular price: $311 - $412

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Memphis to Washington, D.C. is $311 to $412. The current lowest deal is $197 with Southwest Airlines for travel from Aug 13-Aug 18.

now $197

Low $311

High $412

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

The cheapest month to fly from Memphis to Washington is April, with a median price of $288. The most expensive month is January, with a median price of $395. Prices are generally lower from April to December.

April

Cheapest

Flights from $288

January

Most Expensive

Flights from $395

Jan

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Memphis to Washington, D.C.

Southwest Airlines

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

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

MEM - Washington, D.C.

Memphis (MEM) - Washington, D.C. (IAD)

Allegiant Air

$434

$339

One-way

Wed, Aug 5

⌛ Last-Minute

MEM - Washington, D.C.

Memphis (MEM) - Washington, D.C. (DCA)

Frontier Airlines

$408

$274

One-way

Thu, Aug 6

⌛ Last-Minute

MEM - Washington, D.C.

Memphis (MEM) - Washington, D.C. (IAD)

Frontier Airlines

$400

$307

One-way

Fri, Aug 7

⌛ Last-Minute

MEM - Washington, D.C.

Memphis (MEM) - Washington, D.C. (DCA)

Frontier Airlines

$426

$331

One-way

Fri, Aug 7

⌛ Last-Minute

MEM - Washington, D.C.

Memphis (MEM) - Washington, D.C. (DCA)

Frontier Airlines

$429

$351

One-way

Tue, Aug 11

⌛ Last-Minute

MEM - Washington, D.C.

Memphis (MEM) - Washington, D.C. (BWI)

Frontier Airlines

$332

$254

One-way

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

5 nights

Aug 13 - Aug 18

$370 → $197

47%

6 nights

Aug 13 - Aug 19

$358 → $197

45%

3 nights

Aug 14 - Aug 17

$385 → $249

35%

5 nights

Aug 5 - Aug 10

$408 → $274

33%

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

Memphis - Washington, D.C. route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

Recent fares from Memphis to Washington, D.C. are above the typical level at $386.

📅 Best time to fly

April is historically the cheapest month to fly.

Historically, April is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $288.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights are typically 11h 32m.

Flights from Memphis to Washington, D.C. typically take 11h 32m, covering 1224 km.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route.

Only 10% of recent flights are direct, with connecting flights having 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Southwest Airlines has direct flights.

Southwest Airlines offers direct flights from Memphis to Washington, D.C., with a recent deal at $197.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently for this route.

Deals for flights from Memphis to Washington, D.C. appear frequently, about every 30 days.

Memphis main airports to depart from

Memphis International (MEM)

Cheapest

Memphis International Airport is a convenient departure point for flights from Memphis to Washington, D.C.

📍 ~15 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$183

Washington, D.C. main airports to arrive at

Washington Dulles International (IAD)

Cheapest

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

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

💸 Flights from ~$183

Airports nearby Washington, D.C. used as alternative

Philadelphia International (PHL)

Cheapest

Philadelphia International offers an extensive network and carrier competition, potentially resulting in lower fares.

📍 ~220 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$196

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

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

Historically, the sweet spot for booking flights from Memphis to Washington, D.C. to secure the lowest prices is typically 28-59 days before departure. During this period, the average price for a flight is around $339. Booking within 7-13 days of departure sees an average price of $374, while waiting until 0-6 days before departure can result in prices averaging $580. This trend is observed across a 90-day booking window.

A flight from Memphis to Washington, D.C. is generally considered a good deal if it is priced at or below $325. Across the trailing quarter, the median price for this route was $386. Prices can go as high as $872, representing the 75th percentile of prices observed over a 90-day period. Therefore, aiming for prices at or below $325 is advisable for budget-conscious travelers.

Historically, April and June have offered some of the cheapest flights from Memphis to Washington, D.C. In April, the median price was $288, while June saw a median price of $310. September also presented a relatively low median price of $347. Over a 270-day window, the annual median price for this route was $386, indicating that these months typically provide better value.

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Memphis to Washington, D.C.: Overview

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

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

Regular price: $311 - $412

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Memphis to Washington, D.C. is $311 to $412. The current lowest deal is $197 with Southwest Airlines for travel from Aug 13-Aug 18.

now $197

Low $311

High $412

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

April

Cheapest

Flights from $288

January

Most Expensive

Flights from $395

Jan

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Memphis to Washington, D.C.

Southwest Airlines

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

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

MEM - Washington, D.C.

Memphis (MEM) - Washington, D.C. (IAD)

Allegiant Air

$434

$339

One-way

Wed, Aug 5

⌛ Last-Minute

MEM - Washington, D.C.

Memphis (MEM) - Washington, D.C. (DCA)

Frontier Airlines

$408

$274

One-way

Thu, Aug 6

⌛ Last-Minute

MEM - Washington, D.C.

Memphis (MEM) - Washington, D.C. (IAD)

Frontier Airlines

$400

$307

One-way

Fri, Aug 7

⌛ Last-Minute

MEM - Washington, D.C.

Memphis (MEM) - Washington, D.C. (DCA)

Frontier Airlines

$426

$331

One-way

Fri, Aug 7

⌛ Last-Minute

MEM - Washington, D.C.

Memphis (MEM) - Washington, D.C. (DCA)

Frontier Airlines

$429

$351

One-way

Tue, Aug 11

⌛ Last-Minute

MEM - Washington, D.C.

Memphis (MEM) - Washington, D.C. (BWI)

Frontier Airlines

$332

$254

One-way

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

5 nights

Aug 13 - Aug 18

$370 → $197

47%

6 nights

Aug 13 - Aug 19

$358 → $197

45%

3 nights

Aug 14 - Aug 17

$385 → $249

35%

5 nights

Aug 5 - Aug 10

$408 → $274

33%

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