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

Direct flights from Washington, D.C. to New York are available, though they represent a smaller portion of the total flight options. Approximately 21.1% of flights on this route in the trailing 90 days were direct. For flights with one or more stops, the median number of stopovers was 2. Travelers prioritizing convenience may need to search specifically for direct options.

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

The direct flight from Washington, D.C. to New York typically takes about 1 hour and 20 minutes, covering a distance of 386 kilometers. Flights with one stop, however, have a significantly longer median duration of 9 hours and 48 minutes. This difference highlights the time savings associated with choosing a direct route. Travelers should consider the substantial time difference when planning their journey.

Should I set a price alert for Washington, D.C. to New York flights?

Historically, deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to New York have been frequent across the trailing 30 days. This indicates that prices on this route tend to fluctuate, and good opportunities for savings may arise regularly. Setting a price alert can help travelers monitor these price changes and potentially secure a more favorable fare. Given the frequent deal activity, an alert could be a useful tool for this route.

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Washington, D.C. to New York: Overview

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

Right now, only 1% of recent fares from Washington, D.C. to New York are considered a good price. This indicates that finding cheap flights from Washington, D.C. to New York may require careful planning and flexibility. New deals appear almost daily, suggesting that frequent checks could yield better options.

A typical journey from Washington, D.C. to New York takes about 1h 20m, including connections. While the non-stop flight time is also 1h 20m, most itineraries connect at least once. For connecting flights, the median journey time extends significantly to 16h 55m, with a typical connecting itinerary involving 2 stopovers.

The route from Washington, D.C. to New York covers a distance of 386 kilometers, classifying it as a short-haul flight. This short distance contributes to the relatively quick flight times for direct services, making it a convenient option for regional travel.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Washington, D.C. to New York? The data shows that December, January, and February are typically the most affordable months, with median fares around $90 for each. This consistent pricing across the winter months suggests a favorable period for budget-conscious travelers.

Fares for flights from Washington, D.C. to New York typically range from $319–$830, with a median of $553. Right now, current fares are above the typical level. This range reflects the variability in pricing for this route, with a wide spread between the 25th and 75th percentile of observed prices over the last 90 days.

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

Regular price: $164 - $390

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Washington, D.C. to New York is $164 to $390. The current lowest deal is $163 with Frontier Airlines for travel from Oct 20-Oct 27.

now $163

Low $164

High $390

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

The cheapest month to fly from Washington to New York is December, with a median price of $90. The most expensive month is June, with a median price of $653. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

December

Cheapest

Flights from $90

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $653

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

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

American Airlines

JetBlue Airways

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

Mon, Sep 14

⌛ Last-Minute

DCA - New York

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

$484

$336

One-way

Mon, Sep 14

⌛ Last-Minute

DCA - New York

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

$486

$348

One-way

Mon, Sep 14

⌛ Last-Minute

DCA - New York

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

$478

$348

One-way

Mon, Sep 14

⌛ Last-Minute

DCA - New York

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

$475

$356

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

DCA - New York

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

$484

$315

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

DCA - New York

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

$425

$316

One-way

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

2 nights

Dec 9 - Dec 11

$474 → $284

40%

1 night

Sep 15 - Sep 16

$456 → $273

40%

1 night

Dec 12 - Dec 13

$406 → $234

42%

2 nights

Sep 15 - Sep 17

$484 → $315

35%

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

Washington, D.C. - New York route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for Washington, D.C. to New York are above the typical level, with a median of $553.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in December, January, or February for the best prices

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Washington, D.C. to New York are December, January, and February.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 1h 20m

The typical direct flight from Washington, D.C. to New York is 1 hour and 20 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are more common

Connecting flights are more common, making up 78.9% of recent deals from Washington, D.C. to New York.

🏆 Airline highlight

American Airlines and JetBlue Airways offer direct flights

American Airlines and JetBlue Airways offer direct flights from Washington, D.C. to New York.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently

Deals from Washington, D.C. to New York appear frequently, with many deals found in the last 30 days.

Washington, D.C. main airports to depart from

Washington Dulles International (IAD)

Cheapest

Washington Dulles International offers a good option for flights from Washington, D.C. to New York.

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

💸 Flights from ~$180

New York main airports to arrive at

LaGuardia (LGA)

Cheapest

LaGuardia is a convenient option for flights from Washington, D.C. to New York, with prices from $180.

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

💸 Flights from ~$180

Airports nearby New York used as alternative

Westchester County (HPN)

Westchester County (HPN) is a convenient alternative for travelers in Manhattan, the Bronx, and Westchester suburbs.

📍 ~45 km from New York (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$244

Business & First Class Flight Deals to New York

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Business Class

From IAD

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Dec 06

New York, United States

47% AI deal score

$2,862

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Air Canada, +1

Business Class

From IAD

Elite

Dec 04

New York, United States

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to New York

Historically, the best prices for flights from Washington, D.C. to New York are found when booking 60 or more days in advance. The average price for flights booked within this window was $552 across the trailing quarter. In contrast, booking 0-6 days before departure typically resulted in a significantly higher average price of $892. Planning ahead by at least two months can lead to substantial savings on this route.

A good price for a flight from Washington, D.C. to New York is considered to be $319 or less. Historically, about 25% of all observed fares on this route were at or below this price point in the trailing 90 days. The median price for this route across the same period was $553, indicating that prices can vary considerably. Travelers aiming for a budget-friendly trip should target fares around the $319 mark.

Historically, December, January, and February have been the cheapest months to fly from Washington, D.C. to New York, with a median price of $90 in each of these months. The annual median price for this route across the trailing 270 days was $553. While December also appears as the most expensive month in some data, the consistent low median in December, January, and February suggests these are generally good times to find lower fares.

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Washington, D.C. to New York: Overview

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

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

Regular price: $164 - $390

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Washington, D.C. to New York is $164 to $390. The current lowest deal is $163 with Frontier Airlines for travel from Oct 20-Oct 27.

now $163

Low $164

High $390

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

December

Cheapest

Flights from $90

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $653

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

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

American Airlines

JetBlue Airways

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

Mon, Sep 14

⌛ Last-Minute

DCA - New York

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

$484

$336

One-way

Mon, Sep 14

⌛ Last-Minute

DCA - New York

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

$486

$348

One-way

Mon, Sep 14

⌛ Last-Minute

DCA - New York

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

$478

$348

One-way

Mon, Sep 14

⌛ Last-Minute

DCA - New York

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

$475

$356

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

DCA - New York

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

$484

$315

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

DCA - New York

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

$425

$316

One-way

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

2 nights

Dec 9 - Dec 11

$474 → $284

40%

1 night

Sep 15 - Sep 16

$456 → $273

40%

1 night

Dec 12 - Dec 13

$406 → $234

42%

2 nights

Sep 15 - Sep 17

$484 → $315

35%

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