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

Direct flights from Phoenix to Washington, D.C. are not common. Historically, only 1.5% of flights on this route have been direct. For flights that include stopovers, travelers typically experience a median of 2 stopovers. This suggests that most journeys between these two cities will involve at least one connection.

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

The direct flight from Phoenix to Washington, D.C. typically takes approximately 4 hours and 13 minutes, covering a distance of 3142 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median duration is considerably longer, averaging around 9 hours and 28 minutes. Travelers should account for this difference in travel time when planning their journey.

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

Historically, cheap flights from Phoenix to Washington, D.C. come up frequently. This route is classified as having frequent deals across the trailing 30 days. Travelers can often find favorable prices for this particular journey, making it a route with consistent opportunities for good value.

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2026-11-14 – 2026-11-17
PHX - Washington, D.C.
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$263
$167
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$177
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$215
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Phoenix to Washington, D.C.: Overview

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

For travelers looking for cheap flights from Phoenix to Washington, D.C., the data indicates that January is typically the most affordable month to fly, with a median fare of $299. Following closely, February offers a median fare of $319, and July presents a median of $326. These months represent the best opportunities for securing lower prices on this route.

A typical journey from Phoenix to Washington, D.C. takes about 4h 13m. However, it is important to note that this median duration primarily reflects non-stop flights. For itineraries that include connections, the median journey time extends significantly to 19h 19m, indicating that connecting flights can add substantial time to your travel.

Fares for flights from Phoenix to Washington, D.C. typically range from $394–$779, with a median of $536. Right now, fares are below the typical level, which can present a good opportunity for booking. Currently, 3% of recent fares are classified as a good price, suggesting that while deals are available, they represent a smaller portion of the overall market.

When flying from Phoenix to Washington, D.C., most itineraries connect at least once, as only 1.5% of recent fares were non-stop. For the majority of flights that do include connections, the typical number of stopovers is 2. This means you should generally expect a multi-stop journey when planning your trip.

The route from Phoenix to Washington, D.C. covers a distance of 3142 kilometers. This distance classifies the route as a medium-haul flight. New deals for this route appear almost daily, making it beneficial to monitor prices regularly if you are planning to travel.

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

Regular price: $188 - $456

Prices are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Phoenix to Washington, D.C. is $188 to $456. The current lowest deal is $196 with Frontier Airlines for travel from Nov 10-Nov 17.

now $196

Low $188

High $456

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

The cheapest month to fly from Phoenix to Washington is January, with a median price of $299. The most expensive month is March, with a median price of $1047. Generally, prices are lower from January to December, including February, August, September, November, and December.

January

Cheapest

Flights from $299

March

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,047

Jan

Feb

Mar

May

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Phoenix to Washington, D.C.

United Airlines

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

Fri, Oct 9

⌛ Last-Minute

PHX - Washington, D.C.

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

Frontier Airlines

$363

$340

One-way

Fri, Oct 9

⌛ Last-Minute

PHX - Washington, D.C.

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

Frontier Airlines

$405

$367

One-way

Mon, Oct 12

⌛ Last-Minute

PHX - Washington, D.C.

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

Frontier Airlines

$475

$430

One-way

Wed, Oct 21

⌛ Last-Minute

AZA - Washington, D.C.

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

Allegiant Air

$339

$257

One-way

Fri, Oct 23

⌛ Last-Minute

PHX - Washington, D.C.

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

Frontier Airlines

$253

$258

One-way

Mon, Oct 26

⌛ Last-Minute

PHX - Washington, D.C.

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

Frontier Airlines

$244

$193

One-way

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

7 nights

Dec 1 - Dec 8

$297 → $160

46%

3 nights

Oct 10 - Oct 13

$493 → $361

27%

6 nights

Dec 1 - Dec 7

$298 → $170

43%

7 nights

Dec 8 - Dec 15

$306 → $189

38%

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 $536.

📅 Best time to fly

January offers the lowest median prices

Historically, January has the lowest median price at $299 for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 4h 13m

The median flight duration for a direct flight on this route is 4h 13m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant for this route, with a median of 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Frontier Airlines offers a recent deal

A recent deal from Frontier Airlines was found for $196, departing November 10.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from Phoenix to Washington, D.C. are frequent within 30 days.

Phoenix main airports to depart from

Phoenix Sky Harbor International (PHX)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~6 km from Phoenix city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$170

Phoenix–Mesa Gateway (AZA)

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

📍 ~42 km from Phoenix city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$275

Washington, D.C. main airports to arrive at

Washington Dulles International (IAD)

Cheapest

Washington Dulles International is a convenient arrival airport for flights from Phoenix to Washington, D.C.

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

💸 Flights from ~$160

Airports nearby Washington, D.C. used as alternative

Philadelphia International (PHL)

Cheapest

Philadelphia International is a major international hub with extensive networks, often resulting in lower fares.

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

💸 Flights from ~$166

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Dec 01

Washington, D.C., United States

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$2,191

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From PHX

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Dec 14

Washington, D.C., United States

86% AI deal score

$2,210

$1,295

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From PHX

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Dec 01

Washington, D.C., United States

85% AI deal score

$2,019

$1,247

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Business Class

From PHX

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Dec 01

Washington, D.C., United States

85% AI deal score

$2,147

$1,317

Save $830

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Business Class

From PHX

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Nov 09

Washington, D.C., United States

84% AI deal score

$1,851

$1,252

Save $599

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Business Class

From PHX

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Nov 19

Washington, D.C., United States

84% AI deal score

$1,859

$1,265

Save $594

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Business Class

From PHX

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Nov 12

Washington, D.C., United States

84% AI deal score

$1,857

$1,265

Save $592

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Business Class

From PHX

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Nov 16

Washington, D.C., United States

84% AI deal score

$1,857

$1,269

Save $588

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Business Class

From PHX

Elite

Dec 01

Washington, D.C., United States

84% AI deal score

$1,977

$1,275

Save $702

JetBlue Airways

Business Class

From PHX

Elite

Dec 01

Washington, D.C., United States

84% AI deal score

$1,985

$1,284

Save $701

JetBlue Airways

Business Class

From PHX

Elite

Nov 13

Washington, D.C., United States

84% AI deal score

$1,857

$1,285

Save $572

JetBlue Airways

Business Class

From PHX

Elite

Dec 14

Washington, D.C., United States

84% AI deal score

$1,956

$1,291

Save $665

JetBlue Airways

Business Class

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

Historically, the best time to book flights from Phoenix to Washington, D.C. for the cheapest prices is typically between 28 and 59 days before departure. During this window, the average price for a flight is around $617. Booking within 6 days of departure generally results in higher prices, with an average of $825. Even booking 7-13 days out sees an average price of $848, indicating that planning ahead can lead to significant savings.

Across the trailing quarter, a flight from Phoenix to Washington, D.C. is considered a good deal if it is priced at or below $394. The median price for this route over the same period was $536. Prices can go up to $779 or more for the higher end of the market. Therefore, aiming for prices below the median, and especially at or below $394, indicates a favorable fare.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Phoenix to Washington, D.C. include January, with a median price of $299, and February, with a median price of $319. July also shows a relatively low median price of $326. The annual median price for this route is $536, indicating that these months offer considerable savings compared to the yearly average.

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Phoenix to Washington, D.C.: Overview

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

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

Regular price: $188 - $456

Prices are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Phoenix to Washington, D.C. is $188 to $456. The current lowest deal is $196 with Frontier Airlines for travel from Nov 10-Nov 17.

now $196

Low $188

High $456

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

January

Cheapest

Flights from $299

March

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,047

Jan

Feb

Mar

May

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Phoenix to Washington, D.C.

United Airlines

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

Fri, Oct 9

⌛ Last-Minute

PHX - Washington, D.C.

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

Frontier Airlines

$363

$340

One-way

Fri, Oct 9

⌛ Last-Minute

PHX - Washington, D.C.

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

Frontier Airlines

$405

$367

One-way

Mon, Oct 12

⌛ Last-Minute

PHX - Washington, D.C.

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

Frontier Airlines

$475

$430

One-way

Wed, Oct 21

⌛ Last-Minute

AZA - Washington, D.C.

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

Allegiant Air

$339

$257

One-way

Fri, Oct 23

⌛ Last-Minute

PHX - Washington, D.C.

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

Frontier Airlines

$253

$258

One-way

Mon, Oct 26

⌛ Last-Minute

PHX - Washington, D.C.

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

Frontier Airlines

$244

$193

One-way

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

7 nights

Dec 1 - Dec 8

$297 → $160

46%

3 nights

Oct 10 - Oct 13

$493 → $361

27%

6 nights

Dec 1 - Dec 7

$298 → $170

43%

7 nights

Dec 8 - Dec 15

$306 → $189

38%

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 $536.

📅 Best time to fly

January offers the lowest median prices

Historically, January has the lowest median price at $299 for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 4h 13m

The median flight duration for a direct flight on this route is 4h 13m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant for this route, with a median of 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Frontier Airlines offers a recent deal

A recent deal from Frontier Airlines was found for $196, departing November 10.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from Phoenix to Washington, D.C. are frequent within 30 days.

Phoenix main airports to depart from

Phoenix Sky Harbor International (PHX)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~6 km from Phoenix city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$170

Phoenix–Mesa Gateway (AZA)

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

📍 ~42 km from Phoenix city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$275

Washington, D.C. main airports to arrive at

Washington Dulles International (IAD)

Cheapest

Washington Dulles International is a convenient arrival airport for flights from Phoenix to Washington, D.C.

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

💸 Flights from ~$160

Airports nearby Washington, D.C. used as alternative

Philadelphia International (PHL)

Cheapest

Philadelphia International is a major international hub with extensive networks, often resulting in lower fares.

Washington, D.C., United States

84% AI deal score

$1,956

$1,291

Save $665

JetBlue Airways

Business Class

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

Cheap Flights from Phoenix to Washington, D.C.

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

Phoenix to Washington, D.C.: Overview

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

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

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

Direct flights from Phoenix to Washington, D.C.

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

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

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

Phoenix - Washington, D.C. route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

January offers the lowest median prices

Direct flights take 4h 13m

Connecting flights are dominant

Frontier Airlines offers a recent deal

Deals are frequent on this route

Phoenix 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 early should I book Phoenix to Washington, D.C. flights to get the cheapest price?

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

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

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

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

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

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Phoenix to Washington, D.C.: Overview

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

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

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

Direct flights from Phoenix to Washington, D.C.

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

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

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

Phoenix - Washington, D.C. route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

January offers the lowest median prices

Direct flights take 4h 13m

Connecting flights are dominant

Frontier Airlines offers a recent deal

Deals are frequent on this route

Phoenix 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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Dec 14

Dec 01

Dec 01

Nov 09

Nov 19

Nov 12

Nov 16

Dec 01

Dec 01

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Dec 14

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

How early should I book Phoenix to Washington, D.C. flights to get the cheapest price?

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

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