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

Direct flights from Phoenix to Washington, D.C. are available, but they represent a smaller portion of the total. Historically, approximately 5.6% of flights on this route were direct. For travelers opting for connecting flights, the median number of stopovers was typically 2.

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

A direct flight from Phoenix to Washington, D.C. typically takes about 4 hours and 27 minutes, which is a median duration of 267 minutes. Flights with one stop generally have a longer median duration of 7 hours and 40 minutes, or 460 minutes. The distance covered on this route is approximately 3142 kilometers.

Is it cheaper to fly direct or with a layover from Phoenix to Washington, D.C.?

Historically, connecting flights from Phoenix to Washington, D.C. have been cheaper on average, with a median price of $294. Direct flights, while less common at approximately 5.9% of the total, had a median price of $329. This represents a premium of about 12% for direct flights over connecting options.

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Phoenix to Washington, D.C.: Overview

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

When is the cheapest time to fly from Phoenix to Washington, D.C.? The most affordable month to fly from Phoenix to Washington, D.C. is typically March, with a median fare of $196. This is closely followed by April, which sees a median fare of $197. January also offers competitive pricing, with a median fare of $281.

A typical journey from Phoenix to Washington, D.C. takes about 10h 27m, including connections. This duration reflects the common need for stopovers on this route, as most itineraries involve at least one connection.

The distance between Phoenix and Washington, D.C. is approximately 3178 kilometers. This classifies the route as a medium-haul flight, indicating a significant but not extremely long travel distance.

Fares for flights from Phoenix to Washington, D.C. typically range from $282–$634, with a median of $400. Right now, fares are significantly above the typical level. Only 4% of recent fares were classified as a good price, suggesting that finding a low fare can be challenging. New deals for this route appear almost daily, making it beneficial to monitor prices regularly.

For flights from Phoenix to Washington, D.C., most itineraries connect at least once. Only 5.6% of recent fares were for direct flights from Phoenix to Washington, D.C., meaning that the vast majority of travelers will experience at least two stopovers on their journey.

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

Regular price: $197 - $368

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

The regular price range for this route is between $197 and $368. The current lowest deal is $215 with Frontier Airlines for travel from Oct 21-Oct 23.

now $215

Low $197

High $368

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

The cheapest month to fly from Phoenix to Washington is March, with a median price of $196. The most expensive month is February, with a median price of $734. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

March

Cheapest

Flights from $196

February

Most Expensive

Flights from $734

Jan

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Direct flights from Phoenix to Washington, D.C.

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

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

PHX - Washington, D.C.

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

Frontier Airlines

$465

$436

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

PHX - Washington, D.C.

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

Frontier Airlines

$373

$361

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

PHX - Washington, D.C.

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

Frontier Airlines

$459

$399

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

PHX - Washington, D.C.

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

Frontier Airlines

$462

$400

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

PHX - Washington, D.C.

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

Frontier Airlines

$517

$408

One-way

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

PHX - Washington, D.C.

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

Frontier Airlines

$508

$433

One-way

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

4 nights

Sep 17 - Sep 21

$586 → $483

18%

3 nights

Sep 18 - Sep 21

$502 → $404

20%

4 nights

Sep 26 - Sep 30

$411 → $322

22%

4 nights

Sep 16 - Sep 20

$499 → $410

18%

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 $215.

📅 Best time to fly

March and April are historically cheapest

Historically, March ($196) and April ($197) offer the lowest median prices for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 10h 27m

Flights from Phoenix to Washington, D.C. typically take 10h 27m, with 2 stopovers.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route

Only 5.6% of recent flights from Phoenix to Washington, D.C. are direct.

🏆 Airline highlight

United Airlines offers direct flights

United Airlines is one of the carriers that has offered direct flights on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route

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

Phoenix main airports to depart from

Phoenix Sky Harbor International (PHX)

Cheapest

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

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

💸 Flights from ~$246

Washington, D.C. main airports to arrive at

Baltimore–Washington International (BWI)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~44 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$237

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 ~$176

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

Historically, the lowest prices for flights from Phoenix to Washington, D.C. have been found when booking 7-13 days in advance. During this period, the average price was approximately $291. Booking within 6 days of departure typically saw prices rise to about $630. Prices for flights booked 60 or more days out averaged around $346.

Across the trailing quarter, a good deal for a flight from Phoenix to Washington, D.C. was considered to be $282 or less. The median price for this route was $400. Prices above $634 were typically in the more expensive range during this 90-day period.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Phoenix to Washington, D.C. have been March and April, with median prices of $196 and $197 respectively. The annual median price for this route was $400. January also offered a relatively lower median price of $281.

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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: $197 - $368

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

The regular price range for this route is between $197 and $368. The current lowest deal is $215 with Frontier Airlines for travel from Oct 21-Oct 23.

now $215

Low $197

High $368

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

March

Cheapest

Flights from $196

February

Most Expensive

Flights from $734

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

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.

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

PHX - Washington, D.C.

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

Frontier Airlines

$465

$436

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

PHX - Washington, D.C.

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

Frontier Airlines

$373

$361

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

PHX - Washington, D.C.

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

Frontier Airlines

$459

$399

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

PHX - Washington, D.C.

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

Frontier Airlines

$462

$400

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

PHX - Washington, D.C.

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

Frontier Airlines

$517

$408

One-way

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

PHX - Washington, D.C.

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

Frontier Airlines

$508

$433

One-way

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

4 nights

Sep 17 - Sep 21

$586 → $483

18%

3 nights

Sep 18 - Sep 21

$502 → $404

20%

4 nights

Sep 26 - Sep 30

$411 → $322

22%

4 nights

Sep 16 - Sep 20

$499 → $410

18%

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 $215.

📅 Best time to fly

March and April are historically cheapest

Historically, March ($196) and April ($197) offer the lowest median prices for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 10h 27m

Flights from Phoenix to Washington, D.C. typically take 10h 27m, with 2 stopovers.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route

Only 5.6% of recent flights from Phoenix to Washington, D.C. are direct.

🏆 Airline highlight

United Airlines offers direct flights

United Airlines is one of the carriers that has offered direct flights on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route

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

Phoenix main airports to depart from

Phoenix Sky Harbor International (PHX)

Cheapest

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

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

💸 Flights from ~$246

Washington, D.C. main airports to arrive at

Baltimore–Washington International (BWI)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~44 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$237

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

82% AI deal score

$1,460

$1,179

Save $281

United Airlines

Business Class

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

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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

March and April are historically cheapest

Connecting flights average 10h 27m

Connecting flights are dominant on this route

United Airlines offers direct flights

Deals are frequent for 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.?

Is it cheaper to fly direct or with a layover from Phoenix to Washington, D.C.?

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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

March and April are historically cheapest

Connecting flights average 10h 27m

Connecting flights are dominant on this route

United Airlines offers direct flights

Deals are frequent for 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.?