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$256+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Anchorage (ANC)

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 3/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
WAS — ANC
Jan 26 — Feb 21
Sun 1/26
Sun 2/2
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Washington, D.C. to Anchorage are usually found in January or September, booked 11 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Sunday and return on a Tuesday

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

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Anchorage (ANC). 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 January 21, 2025.

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$500
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$256
(Delta)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$537

Good round-trip deal

$816 or less

Good one-way deal

$549 or less
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Cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Anchorage
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Washington, D.C. to Anchorage. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 21, 2025.

This Sun Country Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Sun Country Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/1612:25 pmBWI - ANC
1 stop11h 23mSun Country Air
Sat 8/231:20 pmANC - BWI
1 stop18h 11mSun Country Air
Deal found 1/21$499
This Sun Country Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Sun Country Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/1312:40 pmIAD - ANC
1 stop11h 08mSun Country Air
Wed 7/168:55 pmANC - IAD
1 stop10h 48mSun Country Air
Deal found 1/20$499
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/217:30 amBWI - ANC
1 stop12h 47mAlaska Airlines
Wed 10/83:00 pmANC - BWI
1 stop10h 45mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/21$500
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/87:01 pmBWI - ANC
1 stop27h 21mAmerican Airlines
Wed 3/128:30 pmANC - BWI
1 stop17h 41mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/20$504
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/39:36 amBWI - ANC
2 stops19h 32mDelta
Mon 6/1610:30 pmANC - BWI
1 stop20h 27mDelta
Deal found 1/21$505
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/912:40 pmIAD - ANC
1 stop11h 08mMultiple Airlines
Fri 8/2212:45 amANC - IAD
2 stops14h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/20$540
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/309:30 amDCA - ANC
1 stop19h 10mAlaska Airlines
Fri 9/121:15 amANC - DCA
1 stop16h 40mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/21$546
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/157:00 amIAD - ANC
1 stop13h 17mAlaska Airlines
Mon 9/2911:55 pmANC - IAD
1 stop12h 55mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/20$546
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/912:00 pmDCA - ANC
1 stop10h 59mDelta
Wed 4/91:05 amANC - DCA
1 stop10h 24mDelta
Deal found 1/21$552
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/24:23 pmIAD - ANC
1 stop11h 52mDelta
Wed 3/121:46 pmANC - IAD
1 stop12h 33mDelta
Deal found 1/21$558
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/276:18 amIAD - ANC
1 stop17h 04mAmerican Airlines
Thu 4/38:30 pmANC - IAD
1 stop22h 13mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/20$562
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/246:17 amBWI - ANC
1 stop10h 42mUnited Airlines
Thu 10/98:57 pmANC - BWI
1 stop9h 22mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/21$600

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

Customize your flight search to find flights from Washington, D.C. to Anchorage 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 21, 2025.

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Washington, D.C.Anchorage

IAD - ANC

IADANC

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 7/13

12:40 pm-7:48 pm

1 stop11h 08m

Anchorage

Wed 7/16

8:55 pm-11:43 am

1 stop10h 48m

$499

BaltimoreAnchorage

BWI - ANC

BWIANC

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 5/29

6:15 pm-12:44 am

1 stop10h 29m

Anchorage

Thu 6/5

10:30 pm-11:41 am

1 stop9h 11m

$500

BaltimoreAnchorage

BWI - ANC

BWIANC

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 6/4

12:25 pm-12:16 pm

1 stop27h 51m

Anchorage

Fri 6/13

1:20 pm-11:23 am

1 stop18h 03m

$501

BaltimoreAnchorage

BWI - ANC

BWIANC

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 2/20

6:56 pm-9:19 am

2 stops42h 23m

Anchorage

Wed 2/26

1:59 am-5:56 pm

1 stop11h 57m

$508

BaltimoreAnchorage

BWI - ANC

BWIANC

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 3/27

6:03 am-7:22 pm

1 stop17h 19m

Anchorage

Thu 4/3

8:30 pm-6:18 pm

1 stop17h 48m

$526

Washington, D.C.Anchorage

DCA - ANC

DCAANC

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 4/9

12:00 pm-6:59 pm

1 stop10h 59m

Anchorage

Wed 4/9

1:05 am-3:29 pm

1 stop10h 24m

$552

Washington, D.C.Anchorage

IAD - ANC

IADANC

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 3/4

7:00 am-12:36 am

2 stops21h 36m

Anchorage

Mon 3/24

1:58 am-5:34 am

1 stop23h 36m

$555

Washington, D.C.Anchorage

IAD - ANC

IADANC

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 3/2

4:23 pm-12:15 am

1 stop11h 52m

Anchorage

Wed 3/12

1:46 pm-6:19 am

1 stop12h 33m

$558

Washington, D.C.Anchorage

IAD - ANC

IADANC

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 3/27

6:18 am-7:22 pm

1 stop17h 04m

Anchorage

Thu 4/3

8:30 pm-10:43 pm

1 stop22h 13m

$562

BaltimoreAnchorage

BWI - ANC

BWIANC

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 4/5

4:07 pm-10:37 pm

1 stop10h 30m

Anchorage

Thu 4/10

8:30 pm-9:54 am

1 stop9h 24m

$600

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Anchorage in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Washington, D.C.-Anchorage flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Washington, D.C.-Anchorage flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Washington, D.C.-Anchorage flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Washington, D.C.-Anchorage flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Washington, D.C.-Anchorage flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Anchorage

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Anchorage from Washington, D.C. with our price prediction graph.
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Travel insights for flights from Washington, D.C. to Anchorage

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Washington, D.C. to Anchorage including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. to Anchorage. Price data was last updated on January 17, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Washington, D.C. to Anchorage is 9 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Anchorage (average of $456). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Anchorage in July is currently the most expensive (average of $688). 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.

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

Find hourly flight availability from Washington, D.C. to Anchorage. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 21, 2025.

When flying from Washington, D.C. to Anchorage, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 25% versus a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Washington, D.C. to Anchorage?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. to Anchorage. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Washington, D.C. to Anchorage flight should consider departing on Friday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Anchorage by month

Plan your trip to Anchorage by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Anchorage ranges from 0.5 - 3.3 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.3 in. April is typically the driest time to visit Anchorage when rainfall is around 0.5 in.

Temperature in Anchorage by month

Plan your trip to Anchorage by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Anchorage, 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 59.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 17.6 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Anchorage

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Anchorage. 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 Anchorage. Reviews last updated January 21, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Washington, D.C. to Anchorage, see what other customers have to say about Alaska Airlines, United Airlines and American Airlines. 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.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,706 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,706 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,706 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,706 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,333 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,706 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,985 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,706 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,706 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Washington, D.C. to Anchorage. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Most people fly into Anchorage (ANC) if they book a flight to Anchorage from Washington, D.C.. On average, Anchorage has 0 inbound flights from Washington, D.C. per day from 5 airlines. Anchorage is conveniently located just 4.4 mi from Anchorage’s city center.

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

    American Airlines, at $500, was found to be the cheapest airline from Washington, D.C. to Anchorage.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Sun Country Air and Delta. Users have found that American Airlines is 29% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Delta. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $256. Users have also found prices from $261 and $268 on American Airlines and Sun Country Air, respectively.

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

    The most popular flight routes from Washington, D.C. to Anchorage are Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Anchorage, Baltimore/Washington - Anchorage and Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Anchorage.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Washington, D.C. to Anchorage?

    Most of the time, Washington, D.C. to Anchorage flights that have layovers will stop in Seattle. Seattle is followed by Chicago in terms of the most popular layover location on flights from Washington, D.C. to Anchorage.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Seattle?

    Pike Place Market, Space Needle, and Seattle Waterfront are currently the most popular points of interest in Seattle at the moment. Those on a layover in Seattle interested in visiting Pike Place Market, Space Needle, or Seattle Waterfront can do so by traveling 11.2 mi, 12.0 mi, and 10.9 mi, respectively from Seattle/Tacoma Intl. Those on a layover in Seattle in need of a rental car can book one at Seattle/Tacoma Intl for about $48.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in Chicago?

    Magnificent Mile, Grant Park, and River North are the most popular attractions in Chicago if you're in need of something to do during your layover. Travelers on a layover in Chicago can visit Magnificent Mile, Grant Park, and River North, by traveling 15.5 mi, 16.2 mi, and 15.0 mi, respectively after landing at Chicago O'Hare Intl. Travelers can book a car rental at Chicago O'Hare Intl for about $56 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for Washington, D.C. to Anchorage flights?

    Flights departing from Washington, D.C. and landing in Anchorage layover in Minneapolis least frequently.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Anchorage (average of $456). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Anchorage in July is currently the most expensive (average of $688). 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 5 airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Anchorage

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Washington, D.C. to Anchorage. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Sun Country AirCheapest$442Average$560FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
United AirlinesCheapest$446Average$880FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$478Average$707FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$488Average$863FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$497Average$722FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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