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 overall flight options. Historically, approximately 21.1% of flights on this route were direct over the trailing 90 days. For flights with connections, travelers typically encountered a median of 2 stopovers.

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, averaging around 9 hours and 48 minutes. This difference highlights the convenience of direct routes for this journey.

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

Given that deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to New York are classified as 'frequent,' setting a price alert is a practical strategy. Historically, this route has shown consistent price fluctuations over the trailing 30 days. Travelers can benefit from alerts to capture favorable pricing as it becomes available.

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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 classified as a good price. This indicates that finding particularly low fares for this route is currently challenging. New deals appear almost daily, so consistent monitoring can be beneficial for securing better prices.

For travelers seeking cheap flights from Washington, D.C. to New York, fares typically range from $319–$830, with a median of $553. Current fares are above the typical level, suggesting that prices are elevated compared to the usual range for this route.

The cheapest time to fly from Washington, D.C. to New York is during December, January, and February, all with a median fare of $90. These months offer significantly lower prices compared to the overall median, making them ideal for budget-conscious travel.

A typical journey from Washington, D.C. to New York takes about 1h 20m. However, most itineraries connect at least once, with the median connecting flight taking 16h 55m. For those itineraries that do connect, the typical number of connections is 2, which can significantly extend travel time.

The flight distance from Washington, D.C. to New York is 386 kilometers, making this a short-haul route. This distance typically translates to a relatively quick flight, especially for direct services.

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

Regular price: $178 - $272

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

The regular price range for this route is $178 to $272. The current lowest deal is $156 with Frontier Airlines for travel from Sep 15-Sep 22.

now $156

Low $178

High $272

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

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May

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Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

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

JetBlue Airways

United Airlines

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

Sun, Aug 9

⌛ Last-Minute

DCA - New York

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

JetBlue Airways

$391

$248

One-way

Sun, Aug 9

⌛ Last-Minute

DCA - New York

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

JetBlue Airways

$409

$276

One-way

Sun, Aug 9

⌛ Last-Minute

DCA - New York

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

JetBlue Airways

$596

$294

One-way

Mon, Aug 10

⌛ Last-Minute

BWI - New York

Washington, D.C. (BWI) - New York (LGA)

Frontier Airlines

$321

$196

One-way

Mon, Aug 10

⌛ Last-Minute

BWI - New York

Washington, D.C. (BWI) - New York (LGA)

Frontier Airlines

$475

$291

One-way

Tue, Aug 11

⌛ Last-Minute

DCA - New York

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

JetBlue Airways

$571

$280

One-way

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

2 nights

Aug 9 - Aug 11

$596 → $294

51%

2 nights

Aug 11 - Aug 13

$571 → $280

51%

1 night

Aug 12 - Aug 13

$573 → $282

51%

2 nights

Aug 13 - Aug 15

$571 → $303

47%

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 at $553.

📅 Best time to fly

December is historically the cheapest month to fly

Historically, December is the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. to New York, with a median price of $90.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 1h 20m

The typical direct flight from Washington, D.C. to New York is 1h 20m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are more common

Only 21.1% of flights from Washington, D.C. to New York are direct, with connecting flights having 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Frontier Airlines offers a recent deal

Frontier Airlines recently offered a deal for $156 from Washington Dulles International to LaGuardia.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to New York are frequent, appearing within a 30-day window.

Washington, D.C. main airports to depart from

Ronald Reagan Washington National (DCA)

Cheapest

Ronald Reagan Washington National is a convenient option for flights from Washington, D.C. to New York.

📍 ~6 km from Washington, D.C. city center (reachable by car or metro).

💸 Flights from ~$144

New York main airports to arrive at

John F. Kennedy International (JFK)

Cheapest

John F. Kennedy International Airport is a major gateway for flights to New York from Washington, D.C.

📍 ~21 km from New York city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$144

Airports nearby New York used as alternative

Westchester County (HPN)

Westchester County Airport is a convenient regional alternative, especially for travelers in Manhattan, the Bronx, and Westchester suburbs.

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

💸 Flights from ~$230

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to New York

Historically, booking flights 60+ days in advance typically yields the lowest average prices for the Washington, D.C. to New York route. The average price for flights booked within this window was $552. In contrast, booking 0-6 days before departure saw average prices rise to $892. Prices generally increased as the departure date approached, based on data from the trailing 90 days.

A good price for a flight from Washington, D.C. to New York is considered to be around $319 or less. This threshold represents the lowest 25% of fares observed over the trailing 90 days. The median price for this route during the same period was $553, indicating that prices can vary significantly.

Historically, December, January, and February have shown the cheapest median prices for flights from Washington, D.C. to New York, all at $90. The annual median price for this route, based on data from the trailing 270 days, was $553. While December is also listed as the most expensive month, this suggests price variability within that month.

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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: $178 - $272

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

The regular price range for this route is $178 to $272. The current lowest deal is $156 with Frontier Airlines for travel from Sep 15-Sep 22.

now $156

Low $178

High $272

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

JetBlue Airways

United Airlines

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

Sun, Aug 9

⌛ Last-Minute

DCA - New York

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

JetBlue Airways

$391

$248

One-way

Sun, Aug 9

⌛ Last-Minute

DCA - New York

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

JetBlue Airways

$409

$276

One-way

Sun, Aug 9

⌛ Last-Minute

DCA - New York

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

JetBlue Airways

$596

$294

One-way

Mon, Aug 10

⌛ Last-Minute

BWI - New York

Washington, D.C. (BWI) - New York (LGA)

Frontier Airlines

$321

$196

One-way

Mon, Aug 10

⌛ Last-Minute

BWI - New York

Washington, D.C. (BWI) - New York (LGA)

Frontier Airlines

$475

$291

One-way

Tue, Aug 11

⌛ Last-Minute

DCA - New York

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

JetBlue Airways

$571

$280

One-way

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

2 nights

Aug 9 - Aug 11

$596 → $294

51%

2 nights

Aug 11 - Aug 13

$571 → $280

51%

1 night

Aug 12 - Aug 13

$573 → $282

51%

2 nights

Aug 13 - Aug 15

$571 → $303

47%

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