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$99+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Portland, ME (PWM)

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 5/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
WAS — PWM
Mar 31 — Apr 71
Mon 3/31
Mon 4/7
1 adult, Economy
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Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$197
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$99
(Frontier)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$294

Good round-trip deal

$242 or less

Good one-way deal

$133 or less
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Cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Portland
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Washington, D.C. to Portland. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 26, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 5/96:05 amDCA - PWM
1 stop9h 31mAmerican Airlines
Mon 5/125:24 pmPWM - DCA
Nonstop1h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/25$197
This JetBlue Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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.
Sat 5/176:00 amDCA - PWM
1 stop7h 20mJetBlue
Mon 5/193:35 pmPWM - DCA
1 stop7h 23mJetBlue
Deal found 3/25$206
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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.
Sat 4/512:48 pmIAD - PWM
1 stop20h 24mFrontier
Fri 4/117:22 pmPWM - IAD
1 stop26h 13mFrontier
Deal found 3/25$208
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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.
Fri 5/910:16 pmIAD - PWM
Nonstop1h 43mUnited Airlines
Sun 5/112:37 pmPWM - IAD
Nonstop1h 53mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/25$209
This Flightnetwork deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 Flightnetwork is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/99:21 pmBWI - PWM
1 stop23h 08mFrontier
Fri 5/169:30 pmPWM - BWI
1 stop21h 06mFrontier
Deal found 3/25$213
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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.
Thu 4/36:00 amDCA - PWM
1 stop5h 28mDelta
Sat 4/51:20 pmPWM - DCA
1 stop5h 07mDelta
Deal found 3/25$239
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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.
Mon 4/219:50 pmBWI - PWM
Nonstop1h 30mSouthwest
Thu 4/244:40 pmPWM - BWI
Nonstop1h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 3/24$245
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 4/308:33 pmIAD - PWM
1 stop4h 09mDelta
Wed 5/75:00 pmPWM - IAD
1 stop5h 54mDelta
Deal found 3/25$245
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 8/2310:58 amBWI - PWM
1 stop4h 10mAmerican Airlines
Sun 8/316:00 amPWM - BWI
1 stop4h 16mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/25$259
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 4/225:40 pmBWI - PWM
1 stop5h 34mDelta
Tue 4/297:00 amPWM - BWI
1 stop4h 52mDelta
Deal found 3/24$265
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 7/49:10 amIAD - PWM
1 stop4h 49mAmerican Airlines
Tue 7/86:01 pmPWM - IAD
1 stop5h 57mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/25$269
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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.
Wed 6/188:30 pmBWI - PWM
2 stops23h 42mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/228:57 pmPWM - BWI
2 stops27h 37mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/25$369

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Washington, D.C. to Portland 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 26, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Washington, D.C. to Portland that are best for you.

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Washington, D.C.Portland

DCA - PWM

DCAPWM

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 5/9

6:05 am-3:36 pm

1 stop9h 31m

Portland

Mon 5/12

5:24 pm-7:14 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

$197

Washington, D.C.Portland

DCA - PWM

DCAPWM

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 5/17

6:00 am-1:20 pm

1 stop7h 20m

Portland

Mon 5/19

3:35 pm-10:58 pm

1 stop7h 23m

$206

Washington, D.C.Portland

IAD - PWM

IADPWM

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 4/5

12:48 pm-9:12 am

1 stop20h 24m

Portland

Fri 4/11

7:22 pm-9:35 pm

1 stop26h 13m

$208

Washington, D.C.Portland

IAD - PWM

IADPWM

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 5/9

10:16 pm-11:59 pm

Nonstop1h 43m

Portland

Sun 5/11

2:37 pm-4:30 pm

Nonstop1h 53m

$209

BaltimorePortland

BWI - PWM

BWIPWM

Baltimore/Washington

Fri 5/9

9:21 pm-8:29 pm

1 stop23h 08m

Portland

Fri 5/16

9:30 pm-6:36 pm

1 stop21h 06m

$213

Washington, D.C.Portland

DCA - PWM

DCAPWM

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 4/3

6:00 am-11:28 am

1 stop5h 28m

Portland

Sat 4/5

1:20 pm-6:27 pm

1 stop5h 07m

$239

BaltimorePortland

BWI - PWM

BWIPWM

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 4/21

9:50 pm-11:20 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

Portland

Thu 4/24

4:40 pm-6:15 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

$245

Washington, D.C.Portland

IAD - PWM

IADPWM

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 4/30

8:33 pm-12:42 am

1 stop4h 09m

Portland

Wed 5/7

5:00 pm-10:54 pm

1 stop5h 54m

$245

BaltimorePortland

BWI - PWM

BWIPWM

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 4/22

5:40 pm-11:14 pm

1 stop5h 34m

Portland

Tue 4/29

7:00 am-11:52 am

1 stop4h 52m

$265

Washington, D.C.Portland

IAD - PWM

IADPWM

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 7/4

9:10 am-1:59 pm

1 stop4h 49m

Portland

Tue 7/8

6:01 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop5h 57m

$269

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Portland in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust 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.-Portland, Maine 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.-Portland, Maine flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Washington, D.C.-Portland, Maine flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Washington, D.C.-Portland, Maine 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.-Portland, Maine 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 Portland

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Portland from Washington, D.C. with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Washington, D.C. to Portland

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. to Portland. Price data was last updated on March 21, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Washington, D.C. to Portland, Maine is 59 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Portland, Maine (average of $296). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Portland, Maine in April is currently the most expensive (average of $423). 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 PWM?

Find hourly flight availability from Washington, D.C. to Portland. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 26, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Washington, D.C. to Portland, Maine in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 22% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Washington, D.C. to Portland, Maine?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. to Portland. Price data was last updated on March 23, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Washington, D.C. to Portland, Maine flight should consider departing on Saturday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Portland by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Portland, Maine ranges from 2.9 - 4.5 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.5 in. August is typically the driest time to visit Portland, Maine when rainfall is around 2.9 in.

Temperature in Portland by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Portland, Maine, 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 68.0 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 Portland

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Portland. 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 Portland. Reviews last updated March 26, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta and United Airlines from Washington, D.C. to Portland 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.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

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
4,274 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

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
7,890 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

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
8,605 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

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
7.3
Good
2,923 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

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
4,274 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

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 Washington, D.C. to Portland. 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 Portland from Washington, D.C.?

    Most people fly into Portland (PWM) if they book a flight to Portland from Washington, D.C.. On average, Portland has 5 inbound flights from Washington, D.C. per day from 4 airlines. Portland is conveniently located just 2.9 mi from Portland’s city center.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Washington, D.C. to Portland, Maine round-trip from $197. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are JetBlue, from $206, and Frontier, from $208. American Airlines is 37% 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. to Portland, Maine one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Washington, D.C. to Portland, Maine are Frontier ($99), Delta ($114), and American Airlines ($119).

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

    When deciding which route to take from Washington, D.C. to Portland, Maine consider Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Portland, Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Portland or Baltimore/Washington - Portland as they are the most popular.

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

    Consider Mesa Airlines (94%), Avianca (82%) or Copa Airlines (82%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Washington, D.C. to Portland, Maine.

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

    While on average a flight from Washington, D.C. to Portland, Maine is generally $256, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $115. When looking at the most popular route, (Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Portland), you can expect to pay $169 for that flight.

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

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

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

    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 Portland.

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Portland, Maine (average of $296). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Portland, Maine in April is currently the most expensive (average of $423). 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 Washington, D.C. to Portland

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Washington, D.C. to Portland. 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 26, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$129Average$402FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$174Average$378FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$189Average$340FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$246Average$373FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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