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$81+ Cheap flights from Reagan-National (DCA) to Philadelphia (PHL)

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 5/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DCA — PHL
Apr 16 — Apr 231
Wed 4/16
Wed 4/23
1 adult, Economy
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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$179
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$81
(American Airlines)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$247

Good round-trip deal

$535 or less

Good one-way deal

$195 or less
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Cheapest flights from Reagan-National to Philadelphia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Reagan-National to Philadelphia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 11, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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 5/106:33 amDCA - PHL
Nonstop0h 57mAmerican Airlines
Wed 5/146:00 amPHL - DCA
Nonstop1h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/10$179
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/9. 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 5/197:00 pmDCA - PHL
1 stop5h 44mUnited Airlines
Thu 5/226:25 amPHL - DCA
1 stop5h 34mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/9$268
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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 4/1411:39 amDCA - PHL
1 stop5h 13mJetBlue
Wed 4/166:00 amPHL - DCA
1 stop4h 59mJetBlue
Deal found 4/10$601

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Reagan-National

Fly to

Philadelphia

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Depart

Return

Price

Washington, D.C.Philadelphia

DCA - PHL

DCAPHL

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 5/10

6:33 am-7:30 am

Nonstop0h 57m

Philadelphia

Wed 5/14

6:00 am-7:00 am

Nonstop1h 00m

$179

Washington, D.C.Philadelphia

DCA - PHL

DCAPHL

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 5/19

7:00 pm-12:44 am

1 stop5h 44m

Philadelphia

Thu 5/22

6:25 am-11:59 am

1 stop5h 34m

$268

Washington, D.C.Philadelphia

DCA - PHL

DCAPHL

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 4/14

3:45 pm-8:42 pm

1 stop4h 57m

Philadelphia

Wed 4/16

6:00 am-10:04 am

1 stop4h 04m

$601

Washington, D.C.Philadelphia

DCA - PHL

DCAPHL

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 5/14

6:33 am-7:30 am

Nonstop0h 57m

$81

Washington, D.C.Philadelphia

DCA - PHL

DCAPHL

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 5/14

12:45 pm-4:38 pm

1 stop3h 53m

$111

Washington, D.C.Philadelphia

DCA - PHL

DCAPHL

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 5/8

6:25 am-11:53 am

1 stop5h 28m

$130

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FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

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Best time to book a flight from Reagan-National to Philadelphia

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Philadelphia

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Philadelphia?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Philadelphia (average of $236). Flying from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport 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 DCA to PHL?

Find hourly flight availability from Reagan-National 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 11, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Philadelphia in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 38% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

Weekly flight availability from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Philadelphia

Explore weekly flight availability from Reagan-National to Philadelphia. 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 11, 2025.

The most flights from DCA to PHL are scheduled on a Monday (7 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

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 11, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Washington, D.C. to Philadelphia, such as United Airlines, JetBlue and American Airlines. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,636 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Deb,Jan 2025

MKE - ORD

It was terrible! So much to say, but in a nutshell we used vouchers from United because our last trip with them was awful with many mishaps and errors made. Unfortunately, this trip was even worse!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,636 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,636 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Deb,Jan 2025

MKE - ORD

It was terrible! So much to say, but in a nutshell we used vouchers from United because our last trip with them was awful with many mishaps and errors made. Unfortunately, this trip was even worse!
JetBlue
7.3
Good
2,924 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,636 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Deb,Jan 2025

MKE - ORD

It was terrible! So much to say, but in a nutshell we used vouchers from United because our last trip with them was awful with many mishaps and errors made. Unfortunately, this trip was even worse!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,636 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Deb,Jan 2025

MKE - ORD

It was terrible! So much to say, but in a nutshell we used vouchers from United because our last trip with them was awful with many mishaps and errors made. Unfortunately, this trip was even worse!

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Philadelphia from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National?

    Philadelphia (PHL), located 7.0 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National to Philadelphia. 1 airline have flights to Philadelphia from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National on a regular basis. Booking flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National to Philadelphia should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 6 inbound flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National per day.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Philadelphia round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Philadelphia round-trip from $179. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are United Airlines, from $259, and JetBlue, from $601. American Airlines is 48% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Philadelphia one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is American Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $81. However, be on the lookout for offers from JetBlue and United Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Philadelphia for a low price.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Philadelphia?

    Consider Qatar Airways (84%), Republic Airways (73%) or American Airlines (67%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Philadelphia.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Philadelphia?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $159. While the most popular route (Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Philadelphia) can be booked for $259 on average our data indicates $540 when flying from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Philadelphia.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Reagan-National to Philadelphia that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Reagan-National to Philadelphia flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Reagan-National to Philadelphia?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Reagan-National to Philadelphia?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Reagan-National 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 Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Philadelphia?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Philadelphia (average of $236). Flying from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport 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 airline flying from Reagan-National to Philadelphia

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Reagan-National to Philadelphia. 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 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$179Average$322FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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