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$179+ Cheap flights from Harrisburg (MDT) to Washington, D.C. (WAS)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 7/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MDT — WAS
Mar 30 — Apr 61
Sun 3/30
Sun 4/6
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Harrisburg to Washington, D.C.

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Harrisburg (MDT) 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 March 25, 2025.

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

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$179
(American Airlines)
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Cheapest flights from Harrisburg to Washington, D.C.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Harrisburg to Washington, D.C.. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 25, 2025.

This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/265:45 amMDT - DCA
1 stop5h 47mAmerican Airlines
Wed 7/306:30 amDCA - MDT
1 stop6h 17mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/24$179
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/266:33 amMDT - IAD
1 stop4h 04mAmerican Airlines
Wed 7/306:35 amIAD - MDT
1 stop6h 12mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/24$179
This United 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 United is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/266:15 amMDT - IAD
Nonstop0h 56mUnited Airlines
Wed 7/308:45 amIAD - MDT
Nonstop1h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/24$219
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/217:59 pmMDT - BWI
3 stops29h 00mMultiple Airlines
Fri 4/255:55 amBWI - MDT
2 stops11h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/24$331
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/135:38 pmMDT - BWI
1 stop16h 16mUnited Airlines
Tue 5/205:18 pmBWI - MDT
1 stop16h 59mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/24$557
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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 4/176:05 pmMDT - IAD
1 stop23h 37mMultiple Airlines
Sun 4/2012:55 pmIAD - MDT
3 stops29h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/23$564
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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 3/316:30 amMDT - DCA
1 stop5h 27mUnited Airlines
Mon 3/315:00 pmDCA - MDT
1 stop17h 17mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/23$1,443

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Harrisburg 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 March 25, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Harrisburg to Washington, D.C. that are best for you.

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Harrisburg

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Washington, D.C.

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Price

HarrisburgWashington, D.C.

MDT - DCA

MDTDCA

Harrisburg

Sat 7/26

5:45 am-11:32 am

1 stop5h 47m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 7/30

6:30 am-12:47 pm

1 stop6h 17m

$179

HarrisburgWashington, D.C.

MDT - IAD

MDTIAD

Harrisburg

Sat 7/26

6:33 am-10:37 am

1 stop4h 04m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 7/30

6:35 am-12:47 pm

1 stop6h 12m

$179

HarrisburgWashington, D.C.

MDT - IAD

MDTIAD

Harrisburg

Sat 7/26

6:15 am-7:11 am

Nonstop0h 56m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 7/30

8:45 am-9:45 am

Nonstop1h 00m

$219

HarrisburgBaltimore

MDT - BWI

MDTBWI

Harrisburg

Mon 4/21

7:59 pm-12:59 am

3 stops29h 00m

Baltimore/Washington

Fri 4/25

5:55 am-5:24 pm

2 stops11h 29m

$331

HarrisburgBaltimore

MDT - BWI

MDTBWI

Harrisburg

Tue 5/13

5:38 pm-9:54 am

1 stop16h 16m

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 5/20

5:18 pm-10:17 am

1 stop16h 59m

$557

HarrisburgWashington, D.C.

MDT - IAD

MDTIAD

Harrisburg

Thu 4/17

6:05 pm-5:42 pm

1 stop23h 37m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 4/20

12:55 pm-6:04 pm

3 stops29h 09m

$564

HarrisburgWashington, D.C.

MDT - IAD

MDTIAD

Harrisburg

Wed 4/9

2:30 pm-3:27 pm

Nonstop0h 57m

$199

HarrisburgBaltimore

MDT - BWI

MDTBWI

Harrisburg

Wed 4/9

10:27 am-12:06 am

3 stops37h 39m

$236

HarrisburgWashington, D.C.

MDT - IAD

MDTIAD

Harrisburg

Wed 4/9

9:15 am-9:09 pm

3 stops35h 54m

$260

HarrisburgWashington, D.C.

MDT - DCA

MDTDCA

Harrisburg

Thu 5/8

6:15 am-7:01 pm

1 stop12h 46m

$293

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Harrisburg to Washington, D.C. in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
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 Harrisburg-Washington, D.C. flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Harrisburg-Washington, D.C. flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Harrisburg-Washington, D.C. flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Harrisburg-Washington, D.C. 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 Harrisburg-Washington, D.C. 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 Harrisburg to Washington, D.C.

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Harrisburg to Washington, D.C.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Harrisburg to Washington, D.C. (average of $309). Flying from Harrisburg to Washington, D.C. in June is currently the most expensive (average of $387). 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 MDT to WAS?

Find hourly flight availability from Harrisburg 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 March 25, 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 46% on flights from Harrisburg to Washington, D.C. by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

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

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

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

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

Explore weekly flight availability from Harrisburg 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 March 25, 2025.

The most flights from MDT to WAS are scheduled on a Tuesday (6 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 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 March 25, 2025.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,605 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.0

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

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
8,605 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,605 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.0

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

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
8,605 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.0

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

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

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

    For a flight from Harrisburg to Washington, D.C., you will be flying from Harrisburg. Harrisburg (MDT) is just 8.5 mi from the center of the city. Harrisburg is the only Harrisburg airport and it handles 5 outbound flights to Washington, D.C. per day. 1 airline has flights to Washington, D.C. from Harrisburg on a regular basis.

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

    American Airlines, at $179, was found to be the cheapest airline from Harrisburg to Washington, D.C.. An alternate airline flying to your destination would be United Airlines.

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

    The most popular route from Harrisburg to Washington, D.C. is Harrisburg - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl. You may also consider Harrisburg - Baltimore/Washington or Harrisburg - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Harrisburg to Washington, D.C. consider choosing Avianca (79%), Lufthansa (78%) or CommutAir (73%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Harrisburg to Washington, D.C.? While on average our users pay $2,230, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $197. The most popular route (Harrisburg - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl), is priced around $219.

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

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

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

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Harrisburg to Washington, D.C..

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Harrisburg to Washington, D.C. (average of $309). Flying from Harrisburg to Washington, D.C. in June is currently the most expensive (average of $387). 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 Harrisburg to Washington, D.C.

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Harrisburg to Washington, D.C.. 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 25, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$204Average$299FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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