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$372+ Cheap flights from Helena (HLN) to Washington, D.C. (WAS)

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HLN — WAS
Jan 21 — Jan 281
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Cheap flight deals from Helena to Washington, D.C.

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Helena (HLN) 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 16, 2025.

Round-trip from

$372
(Delta)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$662
From Helena to Washington, D.C. (WAS)
High demand for flights, 23% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 8% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in January 2025

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Cheapest flights from Helena to Washington, D.C.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Helena to Washington, D.C.. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 16, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 4/81:20 pmHLN - IAD
1 stop8h 12mDelta
Tue 4/151:26 pmIAD - HLN
2 stops11h 09mDelta
Deal found 1/16$372
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 4/235:45 amHLN - DCA
2 stops11h 34mDelta
Sat 5/35:15 pmDCA - HLN
1 stop7h 20mDelta
Deal found 1/16$418
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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.
Tue 4/82:17 pmHLN - BWI
1 stop7h 13mUnited Airlines
Tue 4/154:07 pmBWI - HLN
1 stop23h 23mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/16$481
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 3/272:25 pmHLN - IAD
1 stop6h 58mUnited Airlines
Tue 4/15:25 pmIAD - HLN
1 stop22h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/16$505
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 3/272:25 pmHLN - DCA
2 stops17h 17mUnited Airlines
Tue 4/14:15 pmDCA - HLN
1 stop7h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/16$537
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 4/81:20 pmHLN - BWI
2 stops9h 17mDelta
Tue 4/1512:15 pmBWI - HLN
2 stops12h 20mDelta
Deal found 1/16$588
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/237:29 pmHLN - DCA
1 stop24h 30mAlaska Airlines
Sat 5/35:38 pmDCA - HLN
1 stop27h 11mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/16$611

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Helena 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 16, 2025.

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HelenaWashington, D.C.

HLN - IAD

HLNIAD

Helena

Tue 4/8

1:20 pm-11:32 pm

1 stop8h 12m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 4/15

1:26 pm-10:35 pm

2 stops11h 09m

$372

HelenaWashington, D.C.

HLN - DCA

HLNDCA

Helena

Wed 4/23

5:45 am-7:19 pm

2 stops11h 34m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 5/3

5:15 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop7h 20m

$418

HelenaBaltimore

HLN - BWI

HLNBWI

Helena

Tue 4/8

2:17 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop7h 13m

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 4/15

4:07 pm-1:30 pm

1 stop23h 23m

$481

HelenaWashington, D.C.

HLN - IAD

HLNIAD

Helena

Thu 3/27

2:25 pm-11:23 pm

1 stop6h 58m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 4/1

5:25 pm-1:30 pm

1 stop22h 05m

$505

HelenaWashington, D.C.

HLN - DCA

HLNDCA

Helena

Thu 3/27

2:25 pm-9:42 am

2 stops17h 17m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 4/1

4:15 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop7h 10m

$537

HelenaBaltimore

HLN - BWI

HLNBWI

Helena

Tue 4/8

1:20 pm-12:37 am

2 stops9h 17m

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 4/15

12:15 pm-10:35 pm

2 stops12h 20m

$588

HelenaWashington, D.C.

HLN - DCA

HLNDCA

Helena

Wed 4/23

7:29 pm-9:59 pm

1 stop24h 30m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 5/3

5:38 pm-6:49 pm

1 stop27h 11m

$611

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

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

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Helena to Washington, D.C. (average of $241). Flying from Helena 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 HLN to WAS?

Find hourly flight availability from Helena 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 16, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Helena to Washington, D.C. at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 26% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

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 16, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown United Airlines and Delta from Helena to Washington, D.C.. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.0
Very good
9,681 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

8.0
Very good
9,681 reviews
8.0
Very good
9,681 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

8.0
Very good
8,511 reviews
8.0
Very good
9,681 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

7.4
Good
8,964 reviews
8.0
Very good
9,681 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Helena to Washington, D.C.?

    Most people fly from Helena (HLN) if they book a flight from Helena to Washington, D.C.. On average, Helena has 0 outbound flights to Washington, D.C. per day from 2 airlines. Helena is conveniently located just 2.7 mi from Helena’s city center.

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

    According to our current data, Delta ($372), United Airlines ($481), and Alaska Airlines ($611) offers the cheapest pricing from Helena to Washington, D.C.. Delta is currently priced 51% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Helena to Washington, D.C. (average of $241). Flying from Helena 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 2 airlines flying from Helena to Washington, D.C.

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Helena 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 January 16, 2025.
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DeltaCheapest$468Average$837FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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