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$146+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to East Lansing, MI

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WAS — DTW
Apr 9 — Apr 161
Wed 4/9
Wed 4/16
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Round-trip from

$235
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One-way from

$146
(Delta)

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April

Average price

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Cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to East Lansing
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Washington, D.C. to East Lansing. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 4, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/4. 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.
Wed 5/212:54 pmDCA - LAN
Nonstop1h 54mAmerican Airlines
Wed 5/285:18 pmLAN - DCA
Nonstop1h 41mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/4$235
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/4. 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 5/211:00 pmIAD - LAN
1 stop4h 47mDelta
Wed 5/285:35 amLAN - IAD
1 stop3h 25mDelta
Deal found 4/4$255
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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 7/16:05 amDCA - LAN
1 stop4h 50mDelta
Sat 7/52:00 pmLAN - DCA
2 stops9h 44mDelta
Deal found 4/3$260
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/4. 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.
Wed 5/216:20 pmBWI - LAN
1 stop4h 28mAmerican Airlines
Wed 5/286:00 amLAN - BWI
1 stop3h 59mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/4$285
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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.
Mon 5/126:00 amBWI - LAN
1 stop4h 50mDelta
Wed 5/146:29 pmLAN - BWI
2 stops6h 19mDelta
Deal found 4/3$290
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/4. 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 5/305:02 amIAD - LAN
2 stops17h 46mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/316:00 amLAN - IAD
2 stops10h 56mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/4$527

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Washington, D.C. to East Lansing that are best for you.

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Washington, D.C.Lansing

DCA - LAN

DCALAN

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 5/21

2:54 pm-4:48 pm

Nonstop1h 54m

Lansing Capital City

Wed 5/28

5:18 pm-6:59 pm

Nonstop1h 41m

$235

Washington, D.C.Lansing

IAD - LAN

IADLAN

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 5/21

1:00 pm-5:47 pm

1 stop4h 47m

Lansing Capital City

Wed 5/28

6:27 pm-10:54 pm

1 stop4h 27m

$255

Washington, D.C.Lansing

DCA - LAN

DCALAN

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 7/1

6:05 am-10:55 am

1 stop4h 50m

Lansing Capital City

Sat 7/5

2:00 pm-11:44 pm

2 stops9h 44m

$260

BaltimoreLansing

BWI - LAN

BWILAN

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 5/21

6:20 pm-10:48 pm

1 stop4h 28m

Lansing Capital City

Wed 5/28

6:00 am-9:59 am

1 stop3h 59m

$285

BaltimoreLansing

BWI - LAN

BWILAN

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 5/12

6:00 am-10:50 am

1 stop4h 50m

Lansing Capital City

Wed 5/14

6:29 pm-12:48 am

2 stops6h 19m

$290

Washington, D.C.Lansing

IAD - LAN

IADLAN

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 5/30

5:02 am-10:48 pm

2 stops17h 46m

Lansing Capital City

Sat 5/31

6:00 am-4:56 pm

2 stops10h 56m

$527

BaltimoreLansing

BWI - LAN

BWILAN

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 5/15

6:00 am-10:50 am

1 stop4h 50m

$146

Washington, D.C.Lansing

DCA - LAN

DCALAN

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 5/6

11:00 am-10:24 pm

2 stops11h 24m

$153

Washington, D.C.Lansing

IAD - LAN

IADLAN

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 7/6

6:00 am-10:55 am

1 stop4h 55m

$157

Washington, D.C.Lansing

DCA - LAN

DCALAN

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 4/30

10:00 am-10:51 pm

2 stops12h 51m

$189

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

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. to East Lansing. Price data was last updated on March 28, 2025.

Booking 29 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Washington, D.C. to East Lansing. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to East Lansing (average of $257). Flying from Washington, D.C. to East Lansing in March is currently the most expensive (average of $305). 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 L4N?

Find hourly flight availability from Washington, D.C. to East Lansing. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 4, 2025.

When flying from Washington, D.C. to East Lansing, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. to East Lansing. Price data was last updated on June 23, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Washington, D.C. to East Lansing flight should consider departing on Wednesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Washington, D.C. to East Lansing

Explore weekly flight availability from Washington, D.C. to East Lansing. 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 April 4, 2025.

The most flights from WAS to L4N are scheduled on a Thursday (47 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (15 on average).

Rainfall in East Lansing by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in East Lansing ranges from 1.5 - 3.5 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.5 in. February is typically the driest time to visit East Lansing when rainfall is around 1.5 in.

Temperature in East Lansing by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to East Lansing, 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 71.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 23.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing East Lansing

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to East Lansing. 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 East Lansing. Reviews last updated April 4, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Breeze Airways, Delta and American Airlines from Washington, D.C. to East Lansing to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
157 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.7

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

6.6

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
157 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
157 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.7

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

6.6

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,901 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
157 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.7

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

6.6

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
157 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.7

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

6.6

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Related info for your journey

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Washington, D.C. to East Lansing are Delta ($146), American Airlines ($189), and Breeze Airways ($586).

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

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

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

    Consider Korean Air (95%), Aeromexico (95%) or Delta (85%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Washington, D.C. to East Lansing.

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $54. While the most popular route (Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Lansing Capital City) can be booked for $260 on average our data indicates $2,000 when flying from Washington, D.C. to East Lansing.

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

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

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

    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 East Lansing.

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

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

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to East Lansing (average of $257). Flying from Washington, D.C. to East Lansing in March is currently the most expensive (average of $305). 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 6 airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to East Lansing

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Washington, D.C. to East Lansing. 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 April 4, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$40Average$118FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$78Average$176FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$134Average$325FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$166Average$359FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$168Average$361FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$209Average$340FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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