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$90+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Philadelphia (PHL)

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WAS — PHL
Dec 24 — Dec 311
Tue 12/24
Tue 12/31
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Philadelphia

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Philadelphia (PHL). 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 December 19, 2024.

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$179
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$90
(JetBlue)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$218
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Cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Philadelphia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Washington, D.C. to Philadelphia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 19, 2024.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Mon 12/3010:20 pmDCA - PHL
Nonstop1h 13mAmerican Airlines
Mon 1/65:54 amPHL - DCA
Nonstop1h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/17$194
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 12/198:30 amIAD - PHL
Nonstop1h 11mUnited Airlines
Thu 12/266:15 amPHL - IAD
Nonstop1h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/18$249
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/307:18 pmBWI - PHL
1 stop17h 14mSpirit Airlines
Mon 1/61:37 pmPHL - BWI
1 stop18h 06mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/17$292
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/276:55 amBWI - PHL
1 stop5h 54mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/315:30 amPHL - BWI
1 stop5h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/18$511
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/19. 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.
Mon 12/238:10 pmIAD - PHL
1 stop4h 18mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/256:25 amPHL - IAD
1 stop7h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/19$578
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Sat 12/218:25 amIAD - PHL
3 stops25h 17mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/15:23 amPHL - IAD
3 stops30h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$635
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 12/195:16 pmBWI - PHL
1 stop17h 08mUnited Airlines
Thu 12/265:45 amPHL - BWI
1 stop18h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/18$1,476

Find flights from Washington, D.C. to Philadelphia within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Washington, D.C. to Philadelphia 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 December 19, 2024.

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BaltimorePhiladelphia

BWI - PHL

BWIPHL

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 1/7

8:54 am-8:15 pm

1 stop11h 21m

Philadelphia

Tue 1/14

6:39 am-3:14 pm

1 stop8h 35m

$140

Washington, D.C.Philadelphia

DCA - PHL

DCAPHL

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 1/7

11:45 am-12:50 pm

Nonstop1h 05m

Philadelphia

Tue 1/14

5:30 am-6:38 am

Nonstop1h 08m

$179

Washington, D.C.Philadelphia

IAD - PHL

IADPHL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 1/25

9:00 am-10:11 am

Nonstop1h 11m

Philadelphia

Tue 1/28

6:15 am-7:30 am

Nonstop1h 15m

$179

Washington, D.C.Philadelphia

DCA - PHL

DCAPHL

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 1/14

3:00 pm-7:07 pm

1 stop4h 07m

Philadelphia

Tue 1/21

11:10 am-5:00 pm

1 stop5h 50m

$180

Washington, D.C.Philadelphia

IAD - PHL

IADPHL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 1/7

1:52 pm-5:57 pm

1 stop4h 05m

Philadelphia

Tue 1/14

3:38 pm-7:35 pm

1 stop3h 57m

$287

Washington, D.C.Philadelphia

DCA - PHL

DCAPHL

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 1/6

6:00 am-1:55 pm

1 stop7h 55m

Philadelphia

Mon 1/6

3:55 pm-9:25 am

1 stop17h 30m

$318

Washington, D.C.Philadelphia

IAD - PHL

IADPHL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 1/25

8:25 am-9:57 am

3 stops25h 32m

Philadelphia

Tue 1/28

8:00 pm-4:15 pm

3 stops20h 15m

$378

Washington, D.C.Philadelphia

DCA - PHL

DCAPHL

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 1/18

7:00 am-2:12 pm

1 stop7h 12m

Philadelphia

Sun 1/19

5:30 am-9:41 pm

2 stops16h 11m

$399

BaltimorePhiladelphia

BWI - PHL

BWIPHL

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 1/18

8:24 am-11:24 pm

1 stop15h 00m

Philadelphia

Sun 1/19

6:00 am-8:48 pm

1 stop14h 48m

$715

Washington, D.C.Philadelphia

DCA - PHL

DCAPHL

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 1/14

3:00 pm-7:07 pm

1 stop4h 07m

$90

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

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Travel insights for flights from Washington, D.C. to Philadelphia

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Washington, D.C. to Philadelphia including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Philadelphia (average of $234). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Philadelphia in March is currently the most expensive (average of $283). 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 PHL?

Find hourly flight availability from Washington, D.C. 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 December 19, 2024.

When flying from Washington, D.C. to Philadelphia, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 47% versus a flight in the afternoon.

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 December 19, 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with United Airlines, Spirit Airlines and American Airlines from Washington, D.C. to Philadelphia have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,600 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,600 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,600 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

JetBlue
7.4
Good
3,274 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,600 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,048 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,600 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,600 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,120 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,600 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C.?

    Philadelphia (PHL), located 7.0 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Washington, D.C. to Philadelphia. 2 airlines have flights to Philadelphia from Washington, D.C. on a regular basis. Booking flights from Washington, D.C. to Philadelphia should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 4 inbound flights from Washington, D.C. per day.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Washington, D.C. to Philadelphia round-trip from $179. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are American Airlines, from $179, and United Airlines, from $179. These flights start at 51% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is JetBlue, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $90. However, be on the lookout for offers from American Airlines and United Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Washington, D.C. to Philadelphia for a low price.

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

    While some choose either Baltimore/Washington - Philadelphia or Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Philadelphia, Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Philadelphia is the most popular route from Washington, D.C. to Philadelphia.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Washington, D.C. to Philadelphia consider choosing Air Canada (100%), Air China (100%) or CommutAir (96%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

    On average you can expect to pay $510 for a flight from Washington, D.C. to Philadelphia. The cheapest flight overall is $156 while the most popular route, (Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Philadelphia) is currently priced at $179.

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

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

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

    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 Philadelphia.

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Philadelphia (average of $234). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Philadelphia in March is currently the most expensive (average of $283). 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 Washington, D.C. to Philadelphia

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Washington, D.C. 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 December 19, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$179Average$369FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$179Average$301FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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