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$55+ Cheap flights from Durham, NC to Washington, D.C. (WAS)

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RDU — WAS
Jan 26 — Feb 21
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The best prices from Durham to Washington, D.C. are usually found in May or April, booked 57 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Friday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Durham to Washington, D.C.

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Durham (DU8) to Washington, D.C. (WAS). 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 January 21, 2025.

Round-trip from

$110
(Frontier)

One-way from

$55
(Frontier)

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$246
From Durham to Washington, D.C. (WAS)
One-way flight from Durham to Washington, D.C. (WAS)
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($17 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($4 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapest flights from Durham to Washington, D.C.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Durham to Washington, D.C.. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 21, 2025.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/276:25 amRDU - BWI
1 stop4h 52mFrontier
Sat 3/13:44 pmBWI - RDU
1 stop8h 15mFrontier
Deal found 1/21$110
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Thu 2/136:25 amRDU - BWI
1 stop4h 52mMultiple Airlines
Thu 2/205:25 amBWI - RDU
1 stop7h 47mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/20$135
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
Fri 1/312:26 pmRDU - BWI
1 stop9h 33mSpirit Airlines
Sun 2/25:38 pmBWI - RDU
1 stop16h 13mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/21$148
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Fri 3/77:59 pmRDU - DCA
Nonstop1h 13mDelta
Fri 3/1410:00 pmDCA - RDU
Nonstop1h 14mDelta
Deal found 1/21$179
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Tue 2/46:10 amRDU - IAD
Nonstop1h 09mUnited Airlines
Mon 3/1012:50 pmIAD - RDU
Nonstop1h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/21$179
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/196:25 amRDU - IAD
1 stop8h 14mFrontier
Wed 2/263:39 pmIAD - RDU
1 stop8h 20mFrontier
Deal found 1/21$186
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Tue 2/181:22 pmRDU - DCA
1 stop4h 43mAmerican Airlines
Tue 2/188:12 pmDCA - RDU
Nonstop1h 28mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/20$193
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 2/289:26 amRDU - DCA
1 stop6h 59mUnited Airlines
Tue 3/47:00 amDCA - RDU
1 stop4h 51mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/20$214
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Fri 1/3112:25 pmRDU - IAD
2 stops22h 59mMultiple Airlines
Sun 2/24:14 pmIAD - RDU
1 stop5h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/20$227
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Fri 2/146:47 pmRDU - IAD
1 stop5h 33mDelta
Sun 2/167:25 amIAD - RDU
1 stop4h 11mDelta
Deal found 1/20$229
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Sun 2/98:00 amRDU - IAD
1 stop7h 29mAvelo Airlines
Thu 2/139:45 pmIAD - RDU
1 stop14h 24mAvelo Airlines
Deal found 1/20$243
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 2/206:00 amRDU - BWI
2 stops10h 50mDelta
Sun 2/235:35 pmBWI - RDU
1 stop6h 12mDelta
Deal found 1/20$263

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

Customize your flight search to find flights from Durham to Washington, D.C. 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 January 21, 2025.

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RaleighBaltimore

RDU - BWI

RDUBWI

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 2/27

6:25 am-11:17 am

1 stop4h 52m

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 3/1

3:44 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop8h 15m

$110

RaleighBaltimore

RDU - BWI

RDUBWI

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 1/31

2:26 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop9h 33m

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 2/2

5:38 pm-9:51 am

1 stop16h 13m

$148

RaleighBaltimore

RDU - BWI

RDUBWI

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 2/1

10:46 am-6:56 pm

1 stop8h 10m

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 2/4

10:10 am-5:34 pm

1 stop7h 24m

$152

RaleighWashington, D.C.

RDU - DCA

RDUDCA

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 3/7

6:10 am-7:26 am

Nonstop1h 16m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 3/16

10:00 pm-11:14 pm

Nonstop1h 14m

$179

RaleighWashington, D.C.

RDU - IAD

RDUIAD

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 2/4

6:10 am-7:19 am

Nonstop1h 09m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 3/10

12:50 pm-2:03 pm

Nonstop1h 13m

$179

RaleighWashington, D.C.

RDU - IAD

RDUIAD

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 2/19

6:25 am-2:39 pm

1 stop8h 14m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 2/26

3:39 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop8h 20m

$186

RaleighWashington, D.C.

RDU - DCA

RDUDCA

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 2/18

1:22 pm-6:05 pm

1 stop4h 43m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 2/18

8:12 pm-9:40 pm

Nonstop1h 28m

$193

RaleighWashington, D.C.

RDU - DCA

RDUDCA

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 2/28

9:26 am-4:25 pm

1 stop6h 59m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 3/4

7:00 am-11:51 am

1 stop4h 51m

$214

RaleighWashington, D.C.

RDU - IAD

RDUIAD

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 1/31

12:25 pm-11:24 am

2 stops22h 59m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 2/2

4:14 pm-9:53 pm

1 stop5h 39m

$227

RaleighWashington, D.C.

RDU - IAD

RDUIAD

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 2/14

6:47 pm-12:20 am

1 stop5h 33m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 2/16

7:25 am-11:36 am

1 stop4h 11m

$229

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

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Durham to Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on January 17, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Durham to Washington, D.C. may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 57 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Durham to Washington, D.C. (average of $241). Flying from Durham to Washington, D.C. in March is currently the most expensive (average of $290). 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 DU8 to WAS?

Find hourly flight availability from Durham to Washington, D.C.. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 21, 2025.

When flying from Durham to Washington, D.C., 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 Durham to Washington, D.C.?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Durham to Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

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

Weekly flight availability from Durham to Washington, D.C.

Explore weekly flight availability from Durham to Washington, D.C.. 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 January 21, 2025.

The most flights from DU8 to WAS are scheduled on a Tuesday (27 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (10 on average).

Rainfall in Washington, D.C. by month

Plan your trip to Washington, D.C. by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Washington, D.C. ranges from 2.6 - 4.0 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.0 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Washington, D.C. when rainfall is around 2.6 in.

Temperature in Washington, D.C. by month

Plan your trip to Washington, D.C. by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Washington, D.C., 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 80.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 35.6 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Washington, D.C.

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Washington, D.C.. 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 Washington, D.C.. Reviews last updated January 21, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with United Airlines, Frontier and Southwest from Durham to Washington, D.C. have to say. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

8.1
Very good
143 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Avelo Airlines
7.5
Good
74 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

7.4
Good
3,201 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $55 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Spirit Airlines from $75 and Avelo Airlines from $89 one-way.

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

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

    While on average a flight from Durham to Washington, D.C. is generally $348, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $148. When looking at the most popular route, (Raleigh-Durham - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl), you can expect to pay $179 for that flight.

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Durham to Washington, D.C. (average of $241). Flying from Durham to Washington, D.C. in March is currently the most expensive (average of $290). 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 5 airlines flying from Durham to Washington, D.C.

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$108Average$138FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$136Average$328FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$165Average$419FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$176Average$320FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$200Average$286FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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