Are there direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Phoenix?

Direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Phoenix are not common, historically making up only 1.7% of all flights on this route over the trailing 90 days. When connecting flights are taken, travelers typically experience a median of 2 stopovers. This suggests that most journeys will involve at least one connection.

How long does it take to fly from Washington, D.C. to Phoenix?

The typical direct flight from Washington, D.C. to Phoenix takes approximately 4 hours and 54 minutes, covering a distance of 3178 kilometers. Flights with one stop, however, have a significantly longer median duration of 10 hours and 9 minutes. Travelers should account for this difference when planning their journey.

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

Yes, setting a price alert for flights from Washington, D.C. to Phoenix is recommended. Historically, deals on this route are frequent. This means that prices tend to fluctuate, and an alert can help you capture a good fare when it becomes available.

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Washington, D.C. to Phoenix: Overview

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

Right now, the share of recent fares from Washington, D.C. to Phoenix classified as a good price stands at 10%. Fares for this route typically range from $402–$825, with a median of $567. Current fares are above the typical level, suggesting that prices are higher than usual for this route. New deals appear almost daily, offering frequent opportunities to find better prices.

A typical journey from Washington, D.C. to Phoenix takes about 4h 54m, including connections. This is a medium-haul route, covering a distance of 3178 kilometers. Given that most itineraries connect at least once, the overall journey time reflects the inclusion of layovers.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Washington, D.C. to Phoenix? The data indicates that January is the most affordable month, with a median fare of $299. Following closely, July offers a median fare of $405, and August presents a median of $440. These months offer the lowest median prices for this route.

For flights from Washington, D.C. to Phoenix, most itineraries connect at least once, with only 1.7% of recent fares being non-stop. When connecting, the typical number of stopovers is 2. This means travelers should expect to include at least one stop in their journey to Phoenix.

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

Regular price: $205 - $329

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

The regular price range for flights from Washington, D.C. to Phoenix is typically between $205 and $329. Currently, the lowest deal available is $154 with Frontier Airlines, for travel from Feb 1-Feb 24.

now $154

Low $205

High $329

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

The cheapest month to fly from Washington to Phoenix is January, with a median price of $299. The most expensive month is June, with a median price of $5335. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

January

Cheapest

Flights from $299

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $5,335

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Phoenix

American Airlines

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

Wed, Oct 28

⌛ Last-Minute

DCA - Phoenix

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

Frontier Airlines

$613

$454

One-way

Tue, Nov 3

⌛ Last-Minute

BWI - Phoenix

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

Frontier Airlines

$251

$298

One-way

Tue, Nov 10

⌛ Last-Minute

IAD - Phoenix

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

Frontier Airlines

$231

$287

One-way

Sat, Nov 14

⌛ Last-Minute

BWI - Phoenix

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

Frontier Airlines

$278

$286

One-way

Mon, Nov 16

⌛ Last-Minute

BWI - Phoenix

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

Frontier Airlines

$254

$237

One-way

Mon, Nov 16

⌛ Last-Minute

BWI - Phoenix

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

Frontier Airlines

$243

$269

One-way

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

1 night

Oct 28 - Oct 29

$595 → $454

24%

4 nights

Feb 23 - Feb 27

$286 → $165

42%

5 nights

Dec 5 - Dec 10

$298 → $186

37%

2 nights

Dec 2 - Dec 4

$307 → $197

36%

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

Washington, D.C. - Phoenix route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

Recent fares for Washington, D.C. to Phoenix are above the typical level, with 10% good prices.

📅 Best time to fly

January is historically the cheapest month to fly.

Historically, January is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $299.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 4h 54m.

Direct flights to Phoenix typically take 4h 54m, while connecting flights average 19h 42m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route.

Connecting flights make up 98.3% of options, with a median of 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

American Airlines offers direct flights.

American Airlines has direct flights available for this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently for this route.

Deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to Phoenix appear frequently, typically every 30 days.

Washington, D.C. main airports to depart from

Washington Dulles International (IAD)

Cheapest

Washington Dulles International offers a convenient departure point for flights from Washington, D.C. to Phoenix.

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

💸 Flights from ~$108

Phoenix main airports to arrive at

Phoenix Sky Harbor International (PHX)

Cheapest

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

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

💸 Flights from ~$197

Airports nearby Phoenix used as alternative

Tucson International (TUS)

Tucson International (TUS) is a useful alternative, offering a wide range of domestic and some international connections.

📍 ~180 km from Phoenix (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$292

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From BWI

Elite

Nov 15

Phoenix, United States

73% AI deal score

$1,704

$1,600

Save $104

JetBlue Airways

Business Class

From BWI

Elite

Nov 15

Phoenix, United States

73% AI deal score

$1,699

$1,610

Save $89

JetBlue Airways

Business Class

From BWI

Elite

Nov 16

Phoenix, United States

73% AI deal score

$1,698

$1,610

Save $88

JetBlue Airways

Business Class

From BWI

Elite

Nov 16

Phoenix, United States

73% AI deal score

$1,698

$1,611

Save $87

JetBlue Airways

Business Class

From BWI

Elite

Nov 16

Phoenix, United States

73% AI deal score

$1,698

$1,611

Save $87

JetBlue Airways

Business Class

From BWI

Elite

Nov 15

Phoenix, United States

73% AI deal score

$1,699

$1,611

Save $88

JetBlue Airways

Business Class

From BWI

Elite

Nov 16

Phoenix, United States

73% AI deal score

$1,700

$1,611

Save $89

JetBlue Airways

Business Class

From BWI

Elite

Nov 15

Phoenix, United States

73% AI deal score

$1,699

$1,611

Save $88

JetBlue Airways

Business Class

From BWI

Elite

Nov 15

Phoenix, United States

73% AI deal score

$1,699

$1,611

Save $88

JetBlue Airways

Business Class

From BWI

Elite

Nov 16

Phoenix, United States

72% AI deal score

$1,701

$1,600

Save $101

JetBlue Airways

Business Class

From IAD

Elite

Dec 05

Phoenix, United States

69% AI deal score

$1,543

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Business Class

From IAD

Elite

Dec 13

Phoenix, United States

69% AI deal score

$1,650

Porter Airlines, +1

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Phoenix

Historically, the best deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to Phoenix are found when booking 28-59 days in advance. During this period, the average price is around $511. Booking within 7-13 days of departure typically sees prices rise to an average of $990. Even booking more than 60 days out tends to result in higher average prices, around $678, compared to the optimal window.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Washington, D.C. to Phoenix is considered to be $402 or less. The median price for this route over the same period was $567. Prices can go up to $825 or more, so finding a fare at or below $402 represents a significant saving.

Historically, January is the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. to Phoenix, with a median price of $299. July also offers relatively low prices, with a median of $405. The annual median price for this route is $567, indicating that these months provide substantial savings compared to the yearly average.

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Washington, D.C. to Phoenix: Overview

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

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

Regular price: $205 - $329

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

now $154

Low $205

High $329

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

January

Cheapest

Flights from $299

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $5,335

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Phoenix

American Airlines

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

Wed, Oct 28

⌛ Last-Minute

DCA - Phoenix

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

Frontier Airlines

$613

$454

One-way

Tue, Nov 3

⌛ Last-Minute

BWI - Phoenix

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

Frontier Airlines

$251

$298

One-way

Tue, Nov 10

⌛ Last-Minute

IAD - Phoenix

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

Frontier Airlines

$231

$287

One-way

Sat, Nov 14

⌛ Last-Minute

BWI - Phoenix

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

Frontier Airlines

$278

$286

One-way

Mon, Nov 16

⌛ Last-Minute

BWI - Phoenix

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

Frontier Airlines

$254

$237

One-way

Mon, Nov 16

⌛ Last-Minute

BWI - Phoenix

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

Frontier Airlines

$243

$269

One-way

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

1 night

Oct 28 - Oct 29

$595 → $454

24%

4 nights

Feb 23 - Feb 27

$286 → $165

42%

5 nights

Dec 5 - Dec 10

$298 → $186

37%

2 nights

Dec 2 - Dec 4

$307 → $197

36%

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

Washington, D.C. - Phoenix route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

Recent fares for Washington, D.C. to Phoenix are above the typical level, with 10% good prices.

📅 Best time to fly

January is historically the cheapest month to fly.

Historically, January is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $299.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 4h 54m.

Direct flights to Phoenix typically take 4h 54m, while connecting flights average 19h 42m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route.

Connecting flights make up 98.3% of options, with a median of 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

American Airlines offers direct flights.

American Airlines has direct flights available for this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently for this route.

Deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to Phoenix appear frequently, typically every 30 days.

Washington, D.C. main airports to depart from

Washington Dulles International (IAD)

Cheapest

Washington Dulles International offers a convenient departure point for flights from Washington, D.C. to Phoenix.

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

💸 Flights from ~$108

Phoenix main airports to arrive at

Phoenix Sky Harbor International (PHX)

Cheapest

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

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

💸 Flights from ~$197

Airports nearby Phoenix used as alternative

Tucson International (TUS)

Tucson International (TUS) is a useful alternative, offering a wide range of domestic and some international connections.

Phoenix, United States

69% AI deal score

$1,543

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Business Class

From IAD

Elite

Dec 13

Phoenix, United States

69% AI deal score

$1,650

Porter Airlines, +1

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Phoenix

Cheap Flights from Washington, D.C. to Phoenix

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

Washington, D.C. to Phoenix: Overview

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

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

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

Direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Phoenix

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

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

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

Washington, D.C. - Phoenix route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

January is historically the cheapest month to fly.

Direct flights take 4h 54m.

Connecting flights are dominant on this route.

American Airlines offers direct flights.

Deals appear frequently for this route.

Washington, D.C. main airports to depart from

Phoenix main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Phoenix used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Phoenix

Best Elite deals to Phoenix

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Phoenix

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

What's a cheap fare from Washington, D.C. to Phoenix?

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

Are there direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Phoenix?

How long does it take to fly from Washington, D.C. to Phoenix?

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

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Washington, D.C. to Phoenix: Overview

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

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

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

Direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Phoenix

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

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

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

Washington, D.C. - Phoenix route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

January is historically the cheapest month to fly.

Direct flights take 4h 54m.

Connecting flights are dominant on this route.

American Airlines offers direct flights.

Deals appear frequently for this route.

Washington, D.C. main airports to depart from

Phoenix main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Phoenix used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Phoenix

Best Elite deals to Phoenix

Nov 15

Nov 15

Nov 16

Nov 16

Nov 16

Nov 15

Nov 16

Nov 15

Nov 15

Nov 16

Dec 05

Dec 13

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Phoenix

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

What's a cheap fare from Washington, D.C. to Phoenix?

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