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$85+ Cheap flights from Portland, ME (PWM) to District of Columbia

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PWM — IAD
Mar 8 — Mar 151
Sat 3/8
Sat 3/15
1 adult, Economy
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Round-trip from

$197
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$85
(Frontier)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$303

Good round-trip deal

$299 or less

Good one-way deal

$154 or less
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Portland to District of Columbia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 3, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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 4/1012:15 pmPWM - DCA
1 stop9h 02mAmerican Airlines
Sun 4/1312:21 pmDCA - PWM
Nonstop1h 41mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/2$197
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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 3/196:15 amPWM - IAD
2 stops10h 08mDelta
Wed 4/26:00 amIAD - PWM
1 stop6h 16mDelta
Deal found 3/2$199
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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 4/16:15 amPWM - DCA
2 stops9h 45mDelta
Tue 4/812:20 pmDCA - PWM
2 stops10h 35mDelta
Deal found 3/3$199
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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 3/288:35 pmPWM - IAD
1 stop24h 50mFrontier
Sun 3/3010:25 pmIAD - PWM
1 stop18h 18mFrontier
Deal found 3/3$200
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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 7/33:04 pmPWM - IAD
1 stop6h 12mUnited Airlines
Sun 7/610:12 pmIAD - PWM
Nonstop1h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/2$219
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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.
Mon 3/243:55 pmPWM - DCA
1 stop5h 37mUnited Airlines
Thu 3/276:00 amDCA - PWM
1 stop4h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/3$263
This JetBlue Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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 JetBlue Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/53:20 pmPWM - DCA
1 stop7h 39mJetBlue
Sun 6/226:59 amDCA - PWM
1 stop6h 24mJetBlue
Deal found 3/2$291
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/1. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/153:14 pmPWM - IAD
2 stops20h 06mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/195:40 pmIAD - PWM
2 stops19h 21mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/1$306
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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 4/127:35 amPWM - IAD
1 stop6h 07mAmerican Airlines
Mon 4/218:14 pmIAD - PWM
2 stops15h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/3$345
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/13:05 pmPWM - DCA
1 stop7h 35mSouthwest
Sun 6/156:05 amDCA - PWM
1 stop6h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 3/2$411

Find flights from Portland to District of Columbia within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Portland to District of Columbia 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 3, 2025.

Fly from

Portland

Fly to

District of Columbia

Route

Depart

Return

Price

PortlandWashington, D.C.

PWM - DCA

PWMDCA

Portland

Thu 4/10

12:15 pm-9:17 pm

1 stop9h 02m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 4/13

12:21 pm-2:02 pm

Nonstop1h 41m

$197

PortlandWashington, D.C.

PWM - IAD

PWMIAD

Portland

Wed 3/19

6:15 am-4:23 pm

2 stops10h 08m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 4/2

6:00 am-12:16 pm

1 stop6h 16m

$199

PortlandWashington, D.C.

PWM - DCA

PWMDCA

Portland

Tue 4/1

6:15 am-4:00 pm

2 stops9h 45m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 4/8

12:20 pm-10:55 pm

2 stops10h 35m

$199

PortlandWashington, D.C.

PWM - IAD

PWMIAD

Portland

Fri 3/28

8:35 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop24h 50m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 3/30

10:25 pm-4:43 pm

1 stop18h 18m

$200

PortlandWashington, D.C.

PWM - IAD

PWMIAD

Portland

Thu 7/3

3:04 pm-9:16 pm

1 stop6h 12m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 7/6

10:12 pm-11:57 pm

Nonstop1h 45m

$219

PortlandWashington, D.C.

PWM - DCA

PWMDCA

Portland

Mon 3/24

3:55 pm-9:32 pm

1 stop5h 37m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 3/27

6:00 am-10:29 am

1 stop4h 29m

$263

PortlandWashington, D.C.

PWM - IAD

PWMIAD

Portland

Thu 5/15

3:14 pm-11:20 am

2 stops20h 06m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 5/19

5:40 pm-1:01 pm

2 stops19h 21m

$306

PortlandWashington, D.C.

PWM - IAD

PWMIAD

Portland

Sat 4/12

7:35 am-1:42 pm

1 stop6h 07m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 4/21

8:14 pm-11:38 am

2 stops15h 24m

$345

PortlandWashington, D.C.

PWM - DCA

PWMDCA

Portland

Sun 6/1

3:05 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop7h 35m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 6/15

6:05 am-12:15 pm

1 stop6h 10m

$411

PortlandWashington, D.C.

PWM - IAD

PWMIAD

Portland

Thu 4/10

10:17 am-5:02 pm

1 stop6h 45m

$85

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Travel insights for flights from Portland to District of Columbia

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Portland to District of Columbia including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Portland, Maine to District of Columbia?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland, Maine to District of Columbia (average of $309). Flying from Portland, Maine to District of Columbia in June is currently the most expensive (average of $389). 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 PWM to DC?

Find hourly flight availability from Portland to District of Columbia. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 3, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Portland, Maine to District of Columbia as you normally would.

Rainfall in District of Columbia by month

Plan your trip to District of Columbia by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in District of Columbia ranges from 2.6 - 4.0 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.0 in. February is typically the driest time to visit District of Columbia when rainfall is around 2.6 in.

Temperature in District of Columbia by month

Plan your trip to District of Columbia by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to District of Columbia, 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 District of Columbia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to District of Columbia. 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 District of Columbia. Reviews last updated March 3, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Portland to District of Columbia, see what other customers have to say about Southwest, Delta and United 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.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,333 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,333 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,333 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,068 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,333 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,679 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,333 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

JetBlue
7.4
Good
3,008 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,333 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,333 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Portland to District of Columbia?

    For a flight from Portland to District of Columbia, you will be flying from Portland. Portland (PWM) is just 2.9 mi from the center of the city.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Portland, Maine to District of Columbia one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Frontier, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $85. However, be on the lookout for offers from JetBlue and United Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Portland, Maine to District of Columbia for a low price.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Portland, Maine to District of Columbia?

    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 District of Columbia on time: Republic Airways (87%), Avianca (83%), Copa Airlines (83%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Portland, Maine to District of Columbia?

    The cheapest flight price from Portland, Maine to District of Columbia is $138. On average you can expect to pay $763. The most popular route, (Portland - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl), can usually be booked for $169.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Portland to District of Columbia that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Portland to District of Columbia flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Portland to District of Columbia?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Portland to District of Columbia?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Portland to District of Columbia 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 Portland, Maine to District of Columbia?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland, Maine to District of Columbia (average of $309). Flying from Portland, Maine to District of Columbia in June is currently the most expensive (average of $389). 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 4 airlines flying from Portland to District of Columbia

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Portland to District of Columbia. 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 March 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$148Average$440FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$188Average$360FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$188Average$434FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$253Average$342FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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