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$197+ Cheap flights from Helena (HLN) to Washington, D.C. (WAS)

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HLN — WAS
Mar 30 — Apr 61
Sun 3/30
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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 March 25, 2025.

Round-trip from

$465
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$197
(Hawaiian Airlines)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$697
From Helena to Washington, D.C. (WAS)
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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 March 25, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/22. 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 9/162:04 pmHLN - IAD
1 stop6h 39mUnited Airlines
Sun 9/218:15 amIAD - HLN
1 stop6h 58mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/22$465
This Alaska 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/247:29 pmHLN - IAD
1 stop26h 54mAlaska Airlines
Mon 4/287:13 pmIAD - HLN
1 stop25h 36mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/23$472
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/22. 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 9/162:04 pmHLN - BWI
1 stop6h 56mUnited Airlines
Sun 9/218:15 amBWI - HLN
1 stop6h 58mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/22$480
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 4/81:15 pmHLN - BWI
2 stops9h 21mDelta
Tue 4/157:05 amBWI - HLN
1 stop7h 33mDelta
Deal found 3/24$509
This Alaska 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/247:29 pmHLN - DCA
2 stops23h 29mAlaska Airlines
Mon 4/286:35 pmDCA - HLN
2 stops26h 14mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/23$522
This Alaska 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/247:29 pmHLN - BWI
1 stop8h 17mAlaska Airlines
Mon 4/287:05 pmBWI - HLN
1 stop25h 44mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/23$525
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 4/85:45 amHLN - DCA
1 stop8h 15mDelta
Tue 4/156:00 amDCA - HLN
2 stops8h 38mDelta
Deal found 3/24$527
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 4/81:15 pmHLN - IAD
1 stop8h 35mDelta
Tue 4/157:35 amIAD - HLN
1 stop7h 03mDelta
Deal found 3/24$551
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.
Tue 4/82:12 pmHLN - DCA
1 stop22h 49mUnited Airlines
Tue 4/154:15 pmDCA - HLN
1 stop7h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/24$563
This United 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/316:25 amHLN - DCA
1 stop6h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/18:00 amDCA - HLN
1 stop9h 31mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/23$798

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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 March 25, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Helena to Washington, D.C. that are best for you.

Fly from

Helena

Fly to

Washington, D.C.

Route

Depart

Return

Price

HelenaWashington, D.C.

HLN - IAD

HLNIAD

Helena

Tue 9/16

2:04 pm-10:43 pm

1 stop6h 39m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 9/21

8:15 am-1:13 pm

1 stop6h 58m

$465

HelenaWashington, D.C.

HLN - IAD

HLNIAD

Helena

Thu 4/24

7:29 pm-12:23 am

1 stop26h 54m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 4/28

7:13 pm-6:49 pm

1 stop25h 36m

$472

HelenaBaltimore

HLN - BWI

HLNBWI

Helena

Tue 9/16

2:04 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop6h 56m

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 9/21

8:15 am-1:13 pm

1 stop6h 58m

$480

HelenaBaltimore

HLN - BWI

HLNBWI

Helena

Tue 4/8

1:15 pm-12:36 am

2 stops9h 21m

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 4/15

7:05 am-12:38 pm

1 stop7h 33m

$509

HelenaWashington, D.C.

HLN - DCA

HLNDCA

Helena

Thu 4/24

7:29 pm-8:58 pm

2 stops23h 29m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 4/28

6:35 pm-6:49 pm

2 stops26h 14m

$522

HelenaBaltimore

HLN - BWI

HLNBWI

Helena

Thu 4/24

7:29 pm-5:46 am

1 stop8h 17m

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 4/28

7:05 pm-6:49 pm

1 stop25h 44m

$525

HelenaWashington, D.C.

HLN - DCA

HLNDCA

Helena

Tue 4/8

5:45 am-4:00 pm

1 stop8h 15m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 4/15

6:00 am-12:38 pm

2 stops8h 38m

$527

HelenaWashington, D.C.

HLN - IAD

HLNIAD

Helena

Tue 4/8

1:15 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop8h 35m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 4/15

7:35 am-12:38 pm

1 stop7h 03m

$551

HelenaWashington, D.C.

HLN - DCA

HLNDCA

Helena

Tue 4/8

2:12 pm-3:01 pm

1 stop22h 49m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 4/15

4:15 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop7h 10m

$563

HelenaWashington, D.C.

HLN - DCA

HLNDCA

Helena

Sat 5/31

6:25 am-3:05 pm

1 stop6h 40m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 6/1

8:00 am-3:31 pm

1 stop9h 31m

$798

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Best time to book a flight from Helena to Washington, D.C.

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

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 $309). Flying from Helena 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 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 March 25, 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 March 25, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, Delta and Hawaiian Airlines 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.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,785 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

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
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,785 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,785 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

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
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,890 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,785 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

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
Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,330 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,785 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

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
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,605 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,785 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Helena 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 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, United Airlines ($465), Alaska Airlines ($472), and Delta ($509) offers the cheapest pricing from Helena to Washington, D.C.. United Airlines is currently priced 37% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Hawaiian Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $197. However, be on the lookout for offers from Delta and Alaska Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Helena to Washington, D.C. for a low price.

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

    Most travelers choose Helena - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl, Helena - Baltimore/Washington or Helena - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National when deciding on the best route 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 $309). Flying from Helena 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 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 March 25, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$344Average$585FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$468Average$873FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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