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

Direct flights from Portland to Washington, D.C. are not common. Historically, only 4.4% of flights on this route have been direct. For flights with connections, travelers typically experience a median of 2 stopovers. Most travelers will need to plan for at least one stop.

How long is the flight from Portland to Washington, D.C.?

The direct flight from Portland to Washington, D.C. typically takes 5 hours and 10 minutes, covering a distance of 3736 kilometers. Flights with one stop generally have a median duration of 9 hours and 34 minutes. Travelers should account for the additional time when booking connecting flights.

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

Historically, flight prices for the Portland to Washington, D.C. route show regular fluctuations. This indicates that price drops are a consistent occurrence across the trailing quarter. Travelers may find opportunities for deals if they monitor prices over time.

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Portland to Washington, D.C.: Overview

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

A typical journey from Portland to Washington, D.C. takes about 5h 10m, including connections. Given that most itineraries for this route involve at least one stop, this median duration reflects the overall travel time you can expect. For those flying connecting itineraries, the median travel time extends to 20h 10m, indicating that connecting flights significantly increase the total journey duration.

For travelers looking for cheap flights from Portland to Washington, D.C., fares right now are below the typical level. Prices for this route typically range from $476–$925, with a median of $632. Currently, 0% of recent fares are classified as a good price, suggesting that finding a significantly discounted fare may be challenging at present.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Portland to Washington, D.C.? The most affordable months to fly are January and February, both with a median fare of $187. Following these, April also presents a more budget-friendly option, with a median fare of $457. Planning your trip during these months could lead to substantial savings on your airfare.

Most itineraries for flights from Portland to Washington, D.C. connect at least once, with only 4.4% of recent fares being non-stop. For the majority of itineraries that do involve connections, the typical number of stopovers is 2. This means you should anticipate at least one layover, and often two, when planning your travel.

The distance between Portland and Washington, D.C. is approximately 3736 kilometers. This classifies the route as a medium-haul journey, indicating a significant but not extremely long flight. This distance typically involves several hours in the air, often requiring a connecting flight.

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

Regular price: $205 - $421

Prices for flights from Portland to Washington, D.C. are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Portland to Washington, D.C. is between $205 and $421. The current lowest deal is $274 with Frontier Airlines, for travel from Feb 4-Mar 1.

now $274

Low $205

High $421

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

The cheapest month to fly from Portland to Washington is January, with a median price of $187. The most expensive month is December, with a median price of $906. Prices are generally lower from January to August.

January

Cheapest

Flights from $187

December

Most Expensive

Flights from $906

Jan

Feb

Apr

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Portland to Washington, D.C.

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

United Airlines

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

Tue, Nov 3

⌛ Last-Minute

PDX - Washington, D.C.

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

Frontier Airlines

$308

$398

One-way

Tue, Nov 3

⌛ Last-Minute

PDX - Washington, D.C.

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

Frontier Airlines

$382

$416

One-way

Tue, Nov 10

⌛ Last-Minute

PDX - Washington, D.C.

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

Frontier Airlines

$260

$337

One-way

Tue, Nov 10

⌛ Last-Minute

PDX - Washington, D.C.

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

Frontier Airlines

$260

$342

One-way

Tue, Nov 10

⌛ Last-Minute

PDX - Washington, D.C.

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

Frontier Airlines

$260

$361

One-way

Tue, Nov 10

⌛ Last-Minute

PDX - Washington, D.C.

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

Frontier Airlines

$260

$377

One-way

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

4 nights

Dec 3 - Dec 7

$350 → $274

22%

5 nights

Dec 3 - Dec 8

$315 → $286

6 nights

Feb 23 - Mar 1

$282 → $290

25 nights

Feb 4 - Mar 1

$263 → $275

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

Portland - Washington, D.C. route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares for flights from Portland to Washington, D.C. are below the typical level.

📅 Best time to fly

January and February are historically cheapest

Historically, January and February offer the lowest median prices for flights from Portland to Washington, D.C.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 5h 10m

Direct flights from Portland to Washington, D.C. typically take 5h 10m, while connecting flights average 20h 10m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Only 4.4% of recent flights from Portland to Washington, D.C. are direct, with connecting flights dominant.

🏆 Airline highlight

Frontier Airlines offers a recent deal for $274

A recent deal from Frontier Airlines to Washington, D.C. was found for $274.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly on this route

Historically, deals for flights from Portland to Washington, D.C. appear regularly, typically within a 30-day window.

Portland main airports to depart from

Portland International (PDX)

Cheapest

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

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

💸 Flights from ~$267

Washington, D.C. main airports to arrive at

Washington Dulles International (IAD)

Cheapest

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

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

💸 Flights from ~$202

Airports nearby Washington, D.C. used as alternative

Philadelphia International (PHL)

Cheapest

Philadelphia International (PHL) is a major international hub offering extensive route networks and competitive fares.

📍 ~210 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car or Amtrak)

💸 Flights from ~$202

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

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$2,083

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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 when booking 60+ days in advance. Across the trailing quarter, tickets purchased 60+ days out had an average price of $742. In contrast, tickets bought 7-13 days before departure were significantly higher, averaging $1198. Booking at least 60 days ahead typically offers better value.

Based on historical data from the trailing 90 days, a good price for a flight from Portland to Washington, D.C. is considered to be $476 or less. The median price for this route was $632. Prices can range, with 75% of tickets costing $925 or less.

Historically, January and February are typically the cheapest months to fly from Portland to Washington, D.C., both with a median price of $187. The annual median price for this route is $632. April, with a median price of $457, has historically been the most expensive month for this route.

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Portland to Washington, D.C.: Overview

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

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

Regular price: $205 - $421

Prices for flights from Portland to Washington, D.C. are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Portland to Washington, D.C. is between $205 and $421. The current lowest deal is $274 with Frontier Airlines, for travel from Feb 4-Mar 1.

now $274

Low $205

High $421

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

January

Cheapest

Flights from $187

December

Most Expensive

Flights from $906

Jan

Feb

Apr

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Portland to Washington, D.C.

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

United Airlines

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

Tue, Nov 3

⌛ Last-Minute

PDX - Washington, D.C.

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

Frontier Airlines

$308

$398

One-way

Tue, Nov 3

⌛ Last-Minute

PDX - Washington, D.C.

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

Frontier Airlines

$382

$416

One-way

Tue, Nov 10

⌛ Last-Minute

PDX - Washington, D.C.

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

Frontier Airlines

$260

$337

One-way

Tue, Nov 10

⌛ Last-Minute

PDX - Washington, D.C.

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

Frontier Airlines

$260

$342

One-way

Tue, Nov 10

⌛ Last-Minute

PDX - Washington, D.C.

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

Frontier Airlines

$260

$361

One-way

Tue, Nov 10

⌛ Last-Minute

PDX - Washington, D.C.

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

Frontier Airlines

$260

$377

One-way

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

4 nights

Dec 3 - Dec 7

$350 → $274

22%

5 nights

Dec 3 - Dec 8

$315 → $286

6 nights

Feb 23 - Mar 1

$282 → $290

25 nights

Feb 4 - Mar 1

$263 → $275

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