What percentage of New York to Washington, D.C. flights are direct?

Across the trailing quarter, approximately 55.2% of flights from New York to Washington, D.C. are direct. For flights that do include a stopover, the median number of stopovers is typically one. This indicates that a significant portion of travelers on this route can find non-stop options.

What's the flight time from New York to Washington, D.C.?

The median direct flight time from New York to Washington, D.C. is approximately 1 hour and 24 minutes, covering a distance of 341 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median travel time increases significantly to about 9 hours and 43 minutes. This substantial difference highlights the efficiency of direct routes for this journey.

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

Historically, flight prices for the New York to Washington, D.C. route are classified as frequent in terms of price drops. This suggests that travelers can typically expect to see price fluctuations and opportunities for deals. Monitoring prices across the trailing 30 days can often reveal these frequent changes.

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New York to Washington, D.C.: Overview

Insights for flights from New York to Washington, D.C.

For travelers looking for cheap flights from New York to Washington, D.C., fares typically range from $100–$400, with a median price of $172. Right now, current fares are above the typical level, and about 23% of recent fares have been classified as a good price.

When is the cheapest time to fly from New York to Washington, D.C.? The data indicates that February is often the most affordable month, with a median fare of $95. Other budget-friendly options include November, with a median fare of $99, and July, where the median fare is $100.

A meaningful share of itineraries between New York and Washington, D.C. are non-stop, while the remaining flights typically connect once. About 55.2% of recent fares have been for direct flights from New York to Washington, D.C., offering a more streamlined travel experience.

How long is the flight from New York to Washington, D.C.? A typical journey, including connections, takes about 1h 24m. For non-stop flights, the median travel time is also 1h 24m, while connecting itineraries have a significantly longer median duration of 9h 48m.

The route between New York and Washington, D.C. covers a distance of 319 kilometers. This classifies it as a short-haul journey, making it a convenient option for quick trips.

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

Regular price: $160 - $259

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

The regular price range for flights from New York to Washington, D.C. is typically between $160 and $259. The current lowest deal is $122 with Frontier Airlines, valid for travel from Oct 28-Nov 17.

now $122

Low $160

High $259

The cheapest time to fly from New York to Washington, D.C.

The cheapest month to fly from NYC to WAS is February, with a median price of $100. The most expensive month is August, with a median price of $315. Generally, prices are lower from January to December.

February

Cheapest

Flights from $100

August

Most Expensive

Flights from $315

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from New York to Washington, D.C.

Deutsche Luft Hansa

JetBlue Airways

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

Tue, Sep 22

⌛ Last-Minute

JFK - Washington, D.C.

New York (JFK) - Washington, D.C. (DCA)

JetBlue Airways

$608

$342

One-way

Wed, Sep 23

⌛ Last-Minute

JFK - Washington, D.C.

New York (JFK) - Washington, D.C. (DCA)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

$562

$361

One-way

Thu, Sep 24

⌛ Last-Minute

EWR - Washington, D.C.

New York (EWR) - Washington, D.C. (IAD)

Frontier Airlines

$385

$362

One-way

Fri, Sep 25

⌛ Last-Minute

JFK - Washington, D.C.

New York (JFK) - Washington, D.C. (DCA)

JetBlue Airways

$724

$340

One-way

Fri, Sep 25

⌛ Last-Minute

JFK - Washington, D.C.

New York (JFK) - Washington, D.C. (DCA)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

$545

$361

One-way

Sat, Sep 26

⌛ Last-Minute

JFK - Washington, D.C.

New York (JFK) - Washington, D.C. (DCA)

JetBlue Airways

$547

$352

One-way

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

1 night

Sep 27 - Sep 28

$724 → $330

54%

1 night

Sep 25 - Sep 26

$724 → $332

54%

3 nights

Sep 25 - Sep 28

$713 → $325

54%

7 nights

Sep 22 - Sep 29

$608 → $346

43%

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New York - Washington, D.C. route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares for NYC to WAS are below the typical level, with 23% considered good deals.

📅 Best time to fly

February, November, and July offer the lowest median prices

Historically, February ($95), November ($99), and July ($100) have offered the lowest median prices.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 1h 24m

Direct flights from NYC to WAS typically take 1h 24m, while connecting flights average 9h 48m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Direct flights are available from multiple airlines

55.2% of recent flights are direct, with options from Deutsche Luft Hansa and JetBlue Airways.

🏆 Airline highlight

Frontier Airlines offers a recent deal at $122

A recent deal from Frontier Airlines via kiwi for $122 is available from Oct 28-Nov 17.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals for this route are frequent

Historically, deals for flights from New York to Washington, D.C. have been frequent.

New York main airports to depart from

LaGuardia (LGA)

Cheapest

LaGuardia offers the cheapest flights to Washington, D.C., making it a budget-friendly option.

📍 ~13 km from New York city center (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~$180

Washington, D.C. main airports to arrive at

Washington Dulles International (IAD)

Cheapest

Washington Dulles International is a good option for flights to the Washington, D.C. area.

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

💸 Flights from ~$180

Airports nearby Washington, D.C. used as alternative

Philadelphia International (PHL)

Philadelphia International is a major hub with extensive routes, offering more carrier competition and potentially lower fares.

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

💸 Flights from ~$210

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

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from New York to Washington, D.C. is typically 14-27 days before departure. Flights booked within this period have an average price of $210. Booking too close to departure, such as 0-6 days out, can see average prices rise to $368. Conversely, booking more than 60 days in advance also tends to be more expensive, with an average price of $313.

For flights from New York to Washington, D.C., a price of $100 or less is generally considered a good deal, based on pricing trends observed across the trailing quarter. The median price for this route historically stands at $172. Prices can go up to $400 or more, so finding a fare at or below the $100 threshold indicates a significant saving.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from New York to Washington, D.C. include February, with a median price of $95, and November, with a median price of $99. July also shows a median price of $100, making it another historically affordable option. The annual median price for this route is $172, so these months offer notable savings.

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New York to Washington, D.C.: Overview

Insights for flights from New York to Washington, D.C.

The route between New York and Washington, D.C. covers a distance of 319 kilometers. This classifies it as a short-haul journey, making it a convenient option for quick trips.

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

Regular price: $160 - $259

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

The regular price range for flights from New York to Washington, D.C. is typically between $160 and $259. The current lowest deal is $122 with Frontier Airlines, valid for travel from Oct 28-Nov 17.

now $122

Low $160

High $259

The cheapest time to fly from New York to Washington, D.C.

February

Cheapest

Flights from $100

August

Most Expensive

Flights from $315

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from New York to Washington, D.C.

Deutsche Luft Hansa

JetBlue Airways

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

Tue, Sep 22

⌛ Last-Minute

JFK - Washington, D.C.

New York (JFK) - Washington, D.C. (DCA)

JetBlue Airways

$608

$342

One-way

Wed, Sep 23

⌛ Last-Minute

JFK - Washington, D.C.

New York (JFK) - Washington, D.C. (DCA)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

$562

$361

One-way

Thu, Sep 24

⌛ Last-Minute

EWR - Washington, D.C.

New York (EWR) - Washington, D.C. (IAD)

Frontier Airlines

$385

$362

One-way

Fri, Sep 25

⌛ Last-Minute

JFK - Washington, D.C.

New York (JFK) - Washington, D.C. (DCA)

JetBlue Airways

$724

$340

One-way

Fri, Sep 25

⌛ Last-Minute

JFK - Washington, D.C.

New York (JFK) - Washington, D.C. (DCA)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

$545

$361

One-way

Sat, Sep 26

⌛ Last-Minute

JFK - Washington, D.C.

New York (JFK) - Washington, D.C. (DCA)

JetBlue Airways

$547

$352

One-way

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

1 night

Sep 27 - Sep 28

$724 → $330

54%

1 night

Sep 25 - Sep 26

$724 → $332

54%

3 nights

Sep 25 - Sep 28

$713 → $325

54%

7 nights

Sep 22 - Sep 29

$608 → $346

43%

Popular Airports to fly from New York to Washington, D.C.

New York - Washington, D.C. route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares for NYC to WAS are below the typical level, with 23% considered good deals.

📅 Best time to fly

February, November, and July offer the lowest median prices

Historically, February ($95), November ($99), and July ($100) have offered the lowest median prices.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 1h 24m

Direct flights from NYC to WAS typically take 1h 24m, while connecting flights average 9h 48m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Direct flights are available from multiple airlines

55.2% of recent flights are direct, with options from Deutsche Luft Hansa and JetBlue Airways.

🏆 Airline highlight

Frontier Airlines offers a recent deal at $122

A recent deal from Frontier Airlines via kiwi for $122 is available from Oct 28-Nov 17.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals for this route are frequent

Historically, deals for flights from New York to Washington, D.C. have been frequent.

New York main airports to depart from

LaGuardia (LGA)

Cheapest

LaGuardia offers the cheapest flights to Washington, D.C., making it a budget-friendly option.

📍 ~13 km from New York city center (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~$180

Washington, D.C. main airports to arrive at

Washington Dulles International (IAD)

Cheapest

Washington Dulles International is a good option for flights to the Washington, D.C. area.

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

💸 Flights from ~$180

Airports nearby Washington, D.C. used as alternative

Philadelphia International (PHL)

Philadelphia International is a major hub with extensive routes, offering more carrier competition and potentially lower fares.

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

💸 Flights from ~$210

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

Cheap Flights from New York to Washington, D.C.

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

New York to Washington, D.C.: Overview

Insights for flights from New York to Washington, D.C.

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

The cheapest time to fly from New York to Washington, D.C.

Direct flights from New York to Washington, D.C.

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

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

Popular Airports to fly from New York to Washington, D.C.

New York - Washington, D.C. route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

February, November, and July offer the lowest median prices

Direct flights average 1h 24m

Direct flights are available from multiple airlines

Frontier Airlines offers a recent deal at $122

Deals for this route are frequent

New York 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.

How far in advance should I book a flight from New York to Washington, D.C.?

How do I know if a New York to Washington, D.C. flight is a good deal?

When is the cheapest time of year to fly from New York to Washington, D.C.?

What percentage of New York to Washington, D.C. flights are direct?

What's the flight time from New York to Washington, D.C.?

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

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New York to Washington, D.C.: Overview

Insights for flights from New York to Washington, D.C.

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

The cheapest time to fly from New York to Washington, D.C.

Direct flights from New York to Washington, D.C.

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

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

Popular Airports to fly from New York to Washington, D.C.

New York - Washington, D.C. route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

February, November, and July offer the lowest median prices

Direct flights average 1h 24m

Direct flights are available from multiple airlines

Frontier Airlines offers a recent deal at $122

Deals for this route are frequent

New York 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.

How far in advance should I book a flight from New York to Washington, D.C.?

How do I know if a New York to Washington, D.C. flight is a good deal?

When is the cheapest time of year to fly from New York to Washington, D.C.?