Cheap flights from Portland (PWM) to Washington, D.C. (WAS) from $90

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 7/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
PWM — WAS
Jun 12 — Jun 191

The best prices from Portland to Washington, D.C. are usually found in December or September, booked 74 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Saturday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Portland to Washington, D.C.

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Portland (PWM) to Washington, D.C. (WAS). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated June 7, 2024.

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April

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Round-trip from

$234

One-way from

$141
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From Portland to Washington, D.C. (WAS)
One-way flight from Portland to Washington, D.C. (WAS)

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Portland, Maine to Washington, D.C.?

Departing on a Wednesday is a good option for securing a great price. You can expect to save up to 69% when planning your travel around this day of the week.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Portland, Maine to Washington, D.C.?

To save on the cost of your flight from Portland, Maine to Washington, D.C., book at least 50 days before your planned departure. Booking around this time can save you about 93% on the cost of this flight compared to booking a flight leaving this week. We have found prices from $363 if you need a flight within two weeks. For flights within the next 72 hours, you can find tickets from as low as $510.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Portland, Maine to Washington, D.C.?

Our data shows that December tends to be the cheapest month to fly to Washington, D.C. from Portland, Maine. Users have commonly found prices around $294 for the month, but tickets can be as low as $148. Due to multiple factors, prepare for potentially higher prices in April.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from PWM to WAS?

It’s optimal to fly from Portland, Maine to Washington, D.C. in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 16% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

Cheap Portland to Washington, D.C. flights in June & July 2024

Find cheap flight options from Portland to Washington, D.C. specifically for the months of June and July 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,048,502 searches. Prices were last updated on June 7, 2024.
Check out some of the best flight deals from Portland to Washington, D.C. in 2024. Check back in a little while for more flight options.
Wed 7/105:26 pmPWM - DCA
Nonstop1h 46mAmerican Airlines
Mon 7/1510:16 pmDCA - PWM
Nonstop1h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/6$184
Thu 6/275:30 amPWM - IAD
Nonstop1h 58mUnited Airlines
Sun 6/3010:05 pmIAD - PWM
Nonstop1h 48mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/6$189
Fri 7/265:58 amPWM - DCA
Nonstop1h 46mAmerican Airlines
Sun 7/2810:16 pmDCA - PWM
Nonstop1h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/6$189
Wed 6/266:01 amPWM - DCA
Nonstop1h 46mAmerican Airlines
Wed 6/2611:30 amDCA - PWM
1 stop11h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/6$201
Wed 7/35:26 pmPWM - DCA
1 stop5h 04mDelta
Sat 7/62:30 pmDCA - PWM
1 stop4h 50mDelta
Deal found 6/6$203
Fri 7/55:05 amPWM - DCA
2 stops10h 41mDelta
Mon 7/85:00 pmDCA - PWM
1 stop5h 39mDelta
Deal found 6/6$208
Wed 7/36:01 amPWM - DCA
Nonstop1h 46mAmerican Airlines
Sat 7/610:02 amDCA - PWM
1 stop6h 33mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/6$219
Fri 7/56:00 amPWM - DCA
1 stop5h 42mAmerican Airlines
Mon 7/83:02 pmDCA - PWM
Nonstop1h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/6$224
Wed 7/36:01 amPWM - DCA
Nonstop1h 46mAmerican Airlines
Sat 7/68:15 pmDCA - PWM
Nonstop1h 51mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/6$228

Portland to Washington, D.C. 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Portland and Washington, D.C. in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,048,502 searches. Data last updated June 7, 2024.
Check out some of the best flight deals from Portland to Washington, D.C. in 2024. Check back in a little while for more flight options.
Thu 8/155:30 amPWM - IAD
Nonstop1h 58mUnited Airlines
Sat 8/3110:14 pmIAD - PWM
Nonstop1h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/6$184
Wed 7/105:26 pmPWM - DCA
Nonstop1h 46mAmerican Airlines
Mon 7/1510:16 pmDCA - PWM
Nonstop1h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/6$184
Thu 8/17:35 amPWM - BWI
1 stop5h 08mAmerican Airlines
Tue 8/65:35 pmBWI - PWM
1 stop7h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/6$187
Thu 6/275:30 amPWM - IAD
Nonstop1h 58mUnited Airlines
Sun 6/3010:05 pmIAD - PWM
Nonstop1h 48mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/6$189
Fri 7/265:58 amPWM - DCA
Nonstop1h 46mAmerican Airlines
Sun 7/2810:16 pmDCA - PWM
Nonstop1h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/6$189
Fri 9/131:16 pmPWM - BWI
1 stop7h 38mAmerican Airlines
Wed 9/187:41 amBWI - PWM
1 stop4h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/6$197
Wed 6/266:01 amPWM - DCA
Nonstop1h 46mAmerican Airlines
Wed 6/2611:30 amDCA - PWM
1 stop11h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/6$201
Wed 7/35:26 pmPWM - DCA
1 stop5h 04mDelta
Sat 7/62:30 pmDCA - PWM
1 stop4h 50mDelta
Deal found 6/6$203
Fri 8/96:40 pmPWM - DCA
1 stop3h 50mDelta
Mon 8/265:00 pmDCA - PWM
1 stop5h 39mDelta
Deal found 6/6$208

Portland to Washington, D.C. flights leaving soon

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Users seeking a last-minute flight from Portland to Washington, D.C. should consider booking one of these fares. Users should double check the flight they book to ensure it matches the day, time, and destination they're looking for.
Wed 6/125:29 pmPWM - DCA
Nonstop1h 46mAmerican Airlines
Wed 6/1210:25 pmDCA - PWM
1 stop12h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/6$257
Thu 6/1312:34 pmPWM - DCA
Nonstop1h 46mAmerican Airlines
Sun 6/162:59 pmDCA - PWM
Nonstop1h 39mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/5$343
Thu 6/136:01 amPWM - BWI
2 stops10h 17mDelta
Tue 6/185:06 pmBWI - PWM
1 stop7h 18mDelta
Deal found 6/6$347
Thu 6/131:09 pmPWM - DCA
1 stop6h 48mAmerican Airlines
Sun 6/162:59 pmDCA - PWM
Nonstop1h 39mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/5$353
Thu 6/137:42 amPWM - DCA
1 stop7h 16mAmerican Airlines
Sun 6/167:30 amDCA - PWM
1 stop3h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/5$362
Thu 6/135:05 amPWM - DCA
2 stops10h 41mDelta
Sun 6/165:00 pmDCA - PWM
1 stop7h 24mDelta
Deal found 6/5$367
Thu 6/134:00 pmPWM - BWI
1 stop6h 23mAmerican Airlines
Tue 6/1810:26 amBWI - PWM
1 stop4h 44mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/6$410
Sat 6/157:15 pmPWM - IAD
Nonstop1h 58mUnited Airlines
Sat 6/2210:10 pmIAD - PWM
Nonstop1h 48mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/6$414
Sat 6/152:21 pmPWM - DCA
Nonstop1h 55mAmerican Airlines
Sat 6/228:15 pmDCA - PWM
Nonstop1h 47mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/6$414

One-way flights to Washington, D.C. from Portland

Search for one-way flight options from Portland to Washington, D.C.. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,048,502 searches. Data last updated June 7, 2024.
Take a look at some of the best available options we've come across on one-way flights from Portland to Washington, D.C.. Users needing a return flight from Portland to Washington, D.C. should utilize the search form above.
Wed 7/36:01 amPWM - DCA
Nonstop1h 46mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/6$90
Fri 6/285:30 amPWM - IAD
Nonstop1h 58mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/6$95
Fri 7/265:58 amPWM - DCA
Nonstop1h 46mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/6$95
Tue 7/25:00 pmPWM - IAD
1 stop5h 59mDelta
Deal found 6/6$99
Tue 8/136:40 pmPWM - DCA
1 stop3h 50mDelta
Deal found 6/7$99
Tue 8/135:03 amPWM - DCA
2 stops10h 17mDelta
Deal found 6/7$104
Fri 8/95:40 amPWM - BWI
1 stop5h 51mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/6$106
Thu 8/296:02 amPWM - DCA
2 stops9h 18mDelta
Deal found 6/6$109
Tue 7/22:32 pmPWM - IAD
Nonstop1h 58mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/6$120

Find flights from Portland to Washington, D.C. within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Portland to Washington, D.C. that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,048,502 searches. Data last updated June 7, 2024.

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PortlandWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

PWM - IAD

PWMIAD

Portland

Thu 8/15

Nonstop1h 58m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 8/31

Nonstop1h 45m

$184

PortlandWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

PWM - DCA

PWMDCA

Portland

Wed 7/10

Nonstop1h 46m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 7/15

Nonstop1h 37m

$184

PortlandBaltimore/Washington

PWM - BWI

PWMBWI

Portland

Thu 8/1

1 stop5h 08m

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 8/6

1 stop7h 05m

$187

PortlandWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

PWM - IAD

PWMIAD

Portland

Thu 6/27

Nonstop1h 58m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 6/30

Nonstop1h 48m

$189

PortlandWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

PWM - DCA

PWMDCA

Portland

Wed 7/3

1 stop5h 04m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 7/6

1 stop4h 50m

$203

PortlandWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

PWM - IAD

PWMIAD

Portland

Fri 7/12

1 stop22h 43m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 7/14

1 stop24h 01m

$305

PortlandBaltimore/Washington

PWM - BWI

PWMBWI

Portland

Fri 7/12

1 stop15h 06m

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 7/14

2 stops20h 58m

$330

PortlandWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

PWM - DCA

PWMDCA

Portland

Thu 7/4

2 stops25h 04m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 7/7

2 stops25h 49m

$346

PortlandBaltimore/Washington

PWM - BWI

PWMBWI

Portland

Sun 9/8

1 stop21h 06m

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 9/11

1 stop17h 37m

$376

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Portland, Maine to Washington, D.C.?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Portland to Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on May 31, 2024.
Booking 74 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Portland, Maine to Washington, D.C.. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.
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What is the cheapest day to fly from Portland, Maine to Washington, D.C.?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Portland to Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on June 2, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Portland, Maine to Washington, D.C. flight should consider departing on Saturday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Best time to book a flight from Portland to Washington, D.C.

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Temperature and rainfall in Washington, D.C. by month

Plan your trip to Washington, D.C. by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

WAS

Temperature

35.6 - 80.6 °F

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Washington, D.C., use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 80.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 35.6 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Washington, D.C.

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Washington, D.C.. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Washington, D.C.. Reviews last updated June 7, 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from Portland to Washington, D.C., see what other customers have to say about United Airlines, American Airlines and Delta. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.2
Very good
5,911 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Wish the there were an electrical outlet to plug the phone. it died within 10 minutes of being in the air.

Southwest
8.2
Very good
5,911 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
5,911 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Wish the there were an electrical outlet to plug the phone. it died within 10 minutes of being in the air.

8.0
Very good
10,363 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
5,911 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Wish the there were an electrical outlet to plug the phone. it died within 10 minutes of being in the air.

7.6
Good
4,307 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
5,911 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Wish the there were an electrical outlet to plug the phone. it died within 10 minutes of being in the air.

7.5
Good
2,853 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
5,911 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Wish the there were an electrical outlet to plug the phone. it died within 10 minutes of being in the air.

7.4
Good
10,696 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
5,911 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Wish the there were an electrical outlet to plug the phone. it died within 10 minutes of being in the air.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Portland to Washington, D.C.?

    For a flight from Portland to Washington, D.C., you will be flying from Portland. Portland (PWM) is just 2.9 mi from the center of the city. Portland is the only Portland airport and it handles 6 outbound flights to Washington, D.C. per day. 3 airlines have flights to Washington, D.C. from Portland on a regular basis.

  • Can I find flights from Portland, Maine to Washington, D.C. for under $200 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Portland, Maine to Washington, D.C. for under $200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on United Airlines for just $184, but on average you can expect to pay $210.

  • Are there nonstop flights from Portland, Maine to Washington, D.C. for under $200 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from Portland, Maine to Washington, D.C. under $200. A good price for a nonstop flight from Portland, Maine to Washington, D.C. is less than $235.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Portland, Maine to Washington, D.C. for under $300?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from Portland, Maine to Washington, D.C. within the next 7 days for less than $300.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Portland, Maine to Washington, D.C. round-trip?

    According to our current data, United Airlines ($184), American Airlines ($184), and Delta ($203) offers the cheapest pricing from Portland, Maine to Washington, D.C.. United Airlines is currently priced 37% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Portland, Maine to Washington, D.C. one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Portland, Maine to Washington, D.C. are American Airlines ($90), United Airlines ($95), and Delta ($99).

  • What are the most popular routes from Portland, Maine to Washington, D.C.?

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Portland, Maine to Washington, D.C.?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Portland, Maine to Washington, D.C. on time: CommutAir (100%), Republic Airways (92%), United Airlines (92%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Portland, Maine to Washington, D.C.?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $110. While the most popular route (Portland - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National) can be booked for $198 on average our data indicates $807 when flying from Portland, Maine to Washington, D.C..

  • What does PWM to IAD mean?

    Portland Airport is PWM and Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport is IAD. These codes are created by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and airlines use them to identify the departing and arrival airports in the flight routes they service. Baltimore/Washington Airport (BWI), Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport (DCA) are other airports near this flight route and their unique identifiers/IATA codes.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Portland to Washington, D.C. that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Portland to Washington, D.C. flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Portland to Washington, D.C. with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Portland to Washington, D.C. flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Portland to Washington, D.C. that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Portland to Washington, D.C. flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Portland to Washington, D.C.?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Portland to Washington, D.C..

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Portland to Washington, D.C.?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Portland to Washington, D.C. by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Portland to Washington, D.C. that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Portland to Washington, D.C. offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Portland to Washington, D.C.?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Portland to Washington, D.C. flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Portland, Maine to Washington, D.C. flight deals updated?

    The Portland, Maine to Washington, D.C. flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 6/6.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Portland, Maine to Washington, D.C.?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland, Maine to Washington, D.C. (average of $278). Flying from Portland, Maine to Washington, D.C. in June is currently the most expensive (average of $382). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 3 airlines flying from Portland to Washington, D.C.

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$178Average$341FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$181Average$368FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$182Average$408FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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Hourly flight availability from Portland to Washington, D.C.

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41%of flight departuresAfternoonNoon to 6 pm
8%of flight departuresEvening6 pm to midnight
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Weekly flight availability from Portland to Washington, D.C.

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