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$99+ Cheap flights from District of Columbia to Philadelphia (PHL)

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Apr 20 — Apr 271
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Cheap flight deals from District of Columbia to Philadelphia

Keep the following information in mind while searching for District of Columbia to Philadelphia flight deals. Data was last updated April 15, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$161
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$99
(American Airlines)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$179

Good round-trip deal

$358 or less

Good one-way deal

$206 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Washington, D.C. (WAS)-Philadelphia flight deals.
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From District of Columbia to Philadelphia
One-way flight from District of Columbia to Philadelphia
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($35 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease ($19 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025
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Cheapest flights from District of Columbia to Philadelphia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from District of Columbia to Philadelphia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 15, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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.
Tue 5/1310:15 pmDCA - PHL
Nonstop1h 16mAmerican Airlines
Tue 5/206:00 amPHL - DCA
Nonstop1h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/15$161
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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.
Tue 5/138:35 amIAD - PHL
Nonstop1h 10mUnited Airlines
Tue 5/2010:44 amPHL - IAD
Nonstop1h 06mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/15$161
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/54:15 pmDCA - PHL
1 stop6h 13mJetBlue
Thu 5/86:00 amPHL - DCA
1 stop5h 00mJetBlue
Deal found 4/14$201
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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 5/149:11 amIAD - PHL
1 stop5h 37mAmerican Airlines
Wed 5/216:00 amPHL - IAD
1 stop7h 22mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/14$259
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/144:31 pmIAD - PHL
1 stop19h 04mFrontier
Wed 5/216:51 pmPHL - IAD
1 stop21h 07mFrontier
Deal found 4/15$267
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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 5/2911:54 amIAD - PHL
1 stop27h 08mMultiple Airlines
Fri 6/64:00 pmPHL - IAD
1 stop22h 32mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/14$272
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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.
Tue 4/2212:00 pmDCA - PHL
1 stop5h 27mUnited Airlines
Mon 4/2812:50 pmPHL - DCA
1 stop6h 11mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/14$334
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/237:35 amIAD - PHL
1 stop4h 44mDelta
Fri 4/254:49 pmPHL - IAD
1 stop4h 34mDelta
Deal found 4/14$1,041

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from District of Columbia to Philadelphia that are best for you.

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District of Columbia

Fly to

Philadelphia

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Depart

Return

Price

Washington, D.C.Philadelphia

DCA - PHL

DCAPHL

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 5/13

6:33 am-7:30 am

Nonstop0h 57m

Philadelphia

Wed 5/14

10:41 am-11:49 am

Nonstop1h 08m

$161

Washington, D.C.Philadelphia

IAD - PHL

IADPHL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 5/13

8:35 am-9:45 am

Nonstop1h 10m

Philadelphia

Tue 5/20

10:44 am-11:50 am

Nonstop1h 06m

$161

Washington, D.C.Philadelphia

DCA - PHL

DCAPHL

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 5/5

4:15 pm-10:28 pm

1 stop6h 13m

Philadelphia

Thu 5/8

6:00 am-11:00 am

1 stop5h 00m

$201

Washington, D.C.Philadelphia

IAD - PHL

IADPHL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 5/14

9:11 am-2:48 pm

1 stop5h 37m

Philadelphia

Wed 5/21

6:00 am-1:22 pm

1 stop7h 22m

$259

Washington, D.C.Philadelphia

IAD - PHL

IADPHL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 5/14

4:31 pm-11:35 am

1 stop19h 04m

Philadelphia

Wed 5/21

6:51 pm-3:58 pm

1 stop21h 07m

$267

Washington, D.C.Philadelphia

IAD - PHL

IADPHL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 5/29

11:54 am-3:02 pm

1 stop27h 08m

Philadelphia

Fri 6/6

4:00 pm-2:32 pm

1 stop22h 32m

$272

Washington, D.C.Philadelphia

DCA - PHL

DCAPHL

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 8/22

7:25 am-2:17 pm

1 stop6h 52m

Philadelphia

Sat 8/23

6:30 am-2:16 pm

1 stop7h 46m

$319

Washington, D.C.Philadelphia

IAD - PHL

IADPHL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 4/23

7:35 am-12:19 pm

1 stop4h 44m

Philadelphia

Fri 4/25

4:49 pm-9:23 pm

1 stop4h 34m

$1,041

Washington, D.C.Philadelphia

DCA - PHL

DCAPHL

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 5/9

10:15 pm-11:31 pm

Nonstop1h 16m

$99

Washington, D.C.Philadelphia

IAD - PHL

IADPHL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 5/30

10:15 pm-11:29 pm

Nonstop1h 14m

$99

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Best time to book a flight from District of Columbia to Philadelphia

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Everything you need to know about your flight from District of Columbia to Philadelphia

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from District of Columbia to Philadelphia?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from District of Columbia to Philadelphia (average of $236). Flying from District of Columbia to Philadelphia in March is currently the most expensive (average of $295). 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 DC to PHL?

Find hourly flight availability from District of Columbia to Philadelphia. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 15, 2025.

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

Rainfall in Philadelphia by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Philadelphia ranges from 2.7 - 4.4 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.4 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Philadelphia when rainfall is around 2.7 in.

Temperature in Philadelphia by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Philadelphia, 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 78.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 33.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Philadelphia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Philadelphia. 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 Philadelphia. Reviews last updated April 15, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Delta and Qatar Airways from District of Columbia to Philadelphia. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

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.

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

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.
8.0
Very good

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

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.

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

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.

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

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.

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from District of Columbia to Philadelphia. 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 Philadelphia from District of Columbia?

    Located just 7.0 mi from the city center, Philadelphia (PHL) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Philadelphia from District of Columbia.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for American Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $99. Users have also found prices from $99 and $111 on United Airlines and JetBlue, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from District of Columbia to Philadelphia 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 District of Columbia to Philadelphia?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from District of Columbia to Philadelphia (average of $236). Flying from District of Columbia to Philadelphia in March is currently the most expensive (average of $295). 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 2 airlines flying from District of Columbia to Philadelphia

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$179Average$322FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$179Average$304FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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