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$72+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Austin (AUS)

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WAS — AUS
Mar 30 — Apr 61
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Cheap flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Austin

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Austin (AUS). 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 March 25, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$188
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$72
(FlightHub)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$494

Good round-trip deal

$407 or less

Good one-way deal

$188 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Washington, D.C. (WAS)-Austin Bergstrom flight deals.
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From Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Austin Bergstrom
One-way flight from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Austin Bergstrom
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($48 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($11 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2025
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Cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Austin
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Washington, D.C. to Austin. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 25, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/296:50 amBWI - AUS
1 stop11h 49mSpirit Airlines
Thu 5/17:40 pmAUS - BWI
1 stop12h 42mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/24$188
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/25:18 pmBWI - AUS
1 stop7h 15mMultiple Airlines
Wed 4/99:08 pmAUS - BWI
1 stop12h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/24$249
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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.
Mon 4/146:50 pmBWI - AUS
1 stop6h 39mDelta
Tue 4/156:30 pmAUS - BWI
1 stop5h 11mDelta
Deal found 3/24$283
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 5/16:18 amIAD - AUS
1 stop11h 13mAmerican Airlines
Wed 5/148:12 amAUS - IAD
1 stop7h 44mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/24$286
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/106:00 amBWI - AUS
1 stop9h 40mFrontier
Thu 4/173:30 pmAUS - BWI
1 stop8h 14mFrontier
Deal found 3/24$288
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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.
Thu 5/85:50 pmIAD - AUS
Nonstop3h 38mUnited Airlines
Wed 5/217:00 amAUS - IAD
Nonstop3h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/24$297
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/511:11 amIAD - AUS
1 stop8h 14mFrontier
Thu 4/109:47 amAUS - IAD
1 stop6h 15mFrontier
Deal found 3/23$298
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/21:03 pmDCA - AUS
1 stop11h 30mFrontier
Mon 4/76:10 amAUS - DCA
1 stop9h 49mFrontier
Deal found 3/24$298
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/276:10 amIAD - AUS
1 stop6h 16mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/3011:54 amAUS - IAD
Nonstop3h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/23$306
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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.
Fri 4/182:59 pmDCA - AUS
1 stop5h 59mAmerican Airlines
Sun 4/205:00 amAUS - DCA
1 stop5h 59mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/24$312
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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.
Mon 4/216:28 pmDCA - AUS
1 stop7h 01mDelta
Mon 4/286:35 amAUS - DCA
1 stop12h 00mDelta
Deal found 3/24$320
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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.
Sat 5/317:25 amDCA - AUS
2 stops8h 57mUnited Airlines
Tue 6/36:00 pmAUS - DCA
1 stop4h 59mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/24$322

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Washington, D.C. to Austin 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 March 25, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Washington, D.C. to Austin that are best for you.

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Washington, D.C.

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Austin

Route

Depart

Return

Price

BaltimoreAustin

BWI - AUS

BWIAUS

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 4/29

6:50 am-5:39 pm

1 stop11h 49m

Austin Bergstrom

Thu 5/1

7:40 pm-9:22 am

1 stop12h 42m

$188

BaltimoreAustin

BWI - AUS

BWIAUS

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 4/2

5:18 pm-11:33 pm

1 stop7h 15m

Austin Bergstrom

Wed 4/9

9:08 pm-10:37 am

1 stop12h 29m

$249

BaltimoreAustin

BWI - AUS

BWIAUS

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 4/14

6:50 pm-12:29 am

1 stop6h 39m

Austin Bergstrom

Tue 4/15

6:30 pm-12:41 am

1 stop5h 11m

$283

Washington, D.C.Austin

IAD - AUS

IADAUS

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 5/1

6:18 am-4:31 pm

1 stop11h 13m

Austin Bergstrom

Wed 5/14

8:12 am-4:56 pm

1 stop7h 44m

$286

BaltimoreAustin

BWI - AUS

BWIAUS

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 4/10

6:00 am-2:40 pm

1 stop9h 40m

Austin Bergstrom

Thu 4/17

3:30 pm-12:44 am

1 stop8h 14m

$288

Washington, D.C.Austin

IAD - AUS

IADAUS

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 5/8

5:50 pm-8:28 pm

Nonstop3h 38m

Austin Bergstrom

Wed 5/21

7:00 am-11:14 am

Nonstop3h 14m

$297

Washington, D.C.Austin

IAD - AUS

IADAUS

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 4/5

11:11 am-6:25 pm

1 stop8h 14m

Austin Bergstrom

Thu 4/10

9:47 am-5:02 pm

1 stop6h 15m

$298

Washington, D.C.Austin

DCA - AUS

DCAAUS

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 4/2

1:03 pm-11:33 pm

1 stop11h 30m

Austin Bergstrom

Mon 4/7

6:10 am-4:59 pm

1 stop9h 49m

$298

Washington, D.C.Austin

IAD - AUS

IADAUS

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 6/27

6:10 am-11:26 am

1 stop6h 16m

Austin Bergstrom

Mon 6/30

11:54 am-4:04 pm

Nonstop3h 10m

$306

Washington, D.C.Austin

DCA - AUS

DCAAUS

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 4/18

2:59 pm-7:58 pm

1 stop5h 59m

Austin Bergstrom

Sun 4/20

5:00 am-11:59 am

1 stop5h 59m

$312

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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 Austin in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust 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.-Austin 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.-Austin flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Washington, D.C.-Austin flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Washington, D.C.-Austin 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.-Austin 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 Austin

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Austin from Washington, D.C. with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Washington, D.C. to Austin

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. to Austin. Price data was last updated on March 21, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Washington, D.C. to Austin is 89 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 Austin?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Austin (average of $286). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Austin in March is currently the most expensive (average of $362). 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 AUS?

Find hourly flight availability from Washington, D.C. to Austin. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 25, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Washington, D.C. to Austin in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 52% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. to Austin. Price data was last updated on March 23, 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from Washington, D.C. to Austin

Explore weekly flight availability from Washington, D.C. to Austin. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated March 25, 2025.

The most flights from WAS to AUS are scheduled on a Monday (8 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

Rainfall in Austin by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Austin ranges from 2.1 - 4.2 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.2 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Austin when rainfall is around 2.1 in.

Temperature in Austin by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Austin, 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 84.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 50.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Austin

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Austin. 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 Austin. Reviews last updated March 25, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Washington, D.C. to Austin, see what other customers have to say about Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

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

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

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

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

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
8.0
Very good

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

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

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

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

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

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 Austin. 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 Austin from Washington, D.C.?

    Austin Bergstrom (AUS), located 7.5 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Washington, D.C. to Austin. 7 airlines have flights to Austin Bergstrom from Washington, D.C. on a regular basis. Booking flights from Washington, D.C. to Austin Bergstrom should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 5 inbound flights from Washington, D.C. per day.

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

    Currently priced at $188, Spirit Airlines will fly you from Washington, D.C. to Austin and back. In addition to Spirit Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Delta and American Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $283 and $286, respectively. Spirit Airlines is priced at 56% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Washington, D.C. to Austin are Spirit Airlines ($72), American Airlines ($137), and Delta ($142).

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

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

    Consider Brussels Airlines (85%), Lufthansa (83%) or Mesa Airlines (83%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Washington, D.C. to Austin.

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

    While on average a flight from Washington, D.C. to Austin is generally $759, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $161. When looking at the most popular route, (Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Austin Bergstrom), you can expect to pay $183 for that flight.

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

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

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

    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 Austin.

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Austin 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 Austin?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Austin (average of $286). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Austin in March is currently the most expensive (average of $362). 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 7 airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Austin

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$106Average$205FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
FrontierCheapest$108Average$186FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$171Average$425FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$174Average$277FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$218Average$392FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$255Average$481FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$312Average$507FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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