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$46+ Cheap flights from New York, NY (NYC) to Washington, D.C. (WAS)
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 5/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
NYC — WAS
Apr 8 — Apr 151
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from New York to Washington, D.C.
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from New York (NYC) 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 April 3, 2025.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $77 (United Airlines) |
One-way from | $49 (United Airlines) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | April |
Average price | $184 |
Good round-trip deal | $127 or less |
Good one-way deal | $72 or less |
Find flight deals from New York to Washington, D.C.
Cheapest flights from New York to Washington, D.C.Explore the most affordable flight options available from New York to Washington, D.C.. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 3, 2025.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New York to Washington, D.C.. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 3, 2025.
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/19:30 pmJFK - DCA
Nonstop1h 29mJetBlue
Thu 5/86:09 amDCA - JFK
Nonstop1h 11mJetBlue
Deal found 4/1![JetBlue logo]()
$77
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 4/299:00 amEWR - DCA
Nonstop1h 36mUnited Airlines
Tue 5/69:55 amDCA - EWR
Nonstop1h 22mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/1![United Airlines logo]()
$91
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 5/19:00 pmJFK - DCA
Nonstop1h 45mDelta
Mon 5/56:25 amDCA - JFK
Nonstop1h 22mDelta
Deal found 4/1![Delta logo]()
$91
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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 5/19:20 pmLGA - DCA
Nonstop1h 30mDelta
Mon 5/56:00 amDCA - LGA
Nonstop1h 10mDelta
Deal found 4/2![Delta logo]()
$91
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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 5/111:30 amJFK - IAD
Nonstop1h 32mDelta
Mon 5/58:33 pmIAD - JFK
Nonstop1h 34mDelta
Deal found 4/2![Delta logo]()
$91
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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.
Mon 5/126:05 amLGA - DCA
Nonstop1h 21mAmerican Airlines
Mon 5/125:05 pmDCA - LGA
Nonstop1h 23mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/2![American Airlines logo]()
$98
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 4/255:42 pmJFK - DCA
Nonstop1h 22mAmerican Airlines
Sun 4/276:35 amDCA - JFK
Nonstop1h 19mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/31![American Airlines logo]()
$109
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 4/297:29 pmLGA - IAD
Nonstop1h 26mUnited Airlines
Tue 5/610:10 pmIAD - LGA
Nonstop1h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/1![United Airlines logo]()
$111
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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.
Sat 5/31:05 pmEWR - IAD
Nonstop1h 23mUnited Airlines
Sat 5/1010:26 pmIAD - EWR
Nonstop1h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/2![United Airlines logo]()
$111
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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 5/158:30 amLGA - BWI
1 stop13h 21mSpirit Airlines
Mon 5/195:55 amBWI - LGA
1 stop25h 40mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/2![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$126
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/89:10 pmLGA - BWI
1 stop10h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sat 5/105:29 pmBWI - LGA
1 stop5h 34mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/2![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$144
This Flightnetwork deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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 5/26:00 amJFK - IAD
1 stop8h 23mFrontier
Mon 5/53:32 pmIAD - JFK
1 stop9h 03mFrontier
Deal found 4/2![Frontier logo]()
$151
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Return
Price
New YorkWashington, D.C.
JFK - DCA
JFKDCA
New York John F Kennedy Intl
Thu 5/1
9:30 pm-10:59 pm
Nonstop1h 29m
Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
Thu 5/8
6:09 am-7:20 am
Nonstop1h 11m
$77
NewarkWashington, D.C.
EWR - DCA
EWRDCA
Newark
Tue 4/29
9:00 am-10:36 am
Nonstop1h 36m
Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
Tue 5/6
9:55 am-11:17 am
Nonstop1h 22m
$91
New YorkWashington, D.C.
JFK - DCA
JFKDCA
New York John F Kennedy Intl
Thu 5/1
9:00 pm-10:45 pm
Nonstop1h 45m
Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
Mon 5/5
6:25 am-7:47 am
Nonstop1h 22m
$91
New YorkWashington, D.C.
LGA - DCA
LGADCA
New York LaGuardia
Thu 5/1
9:20 pm-10:50 pm
Nonstop1h 30m
Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
Mon 5/5
1:55 pm-3:18 pm
Nonstop1h 23m
$91
New YorkWashington, D.C.
JFK - IAD
JFKIAD
New York John F Kennedy Intl
Thu 5/1
11:30 am-1:02 pm
Nonstop1h 32m
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Mon 5/5
8:33 pm-10:07 pm
Nonstop1h 34m
$91
New YorkWashington, D.C.
LGA - DCA
LGADCA
New York LaGuardia
Mon 5/12
6:05 am-7:26 am
Nonstop1h 21m
Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
Mon 5/12
5:05 pm-6:28 pm
Nonstop1h 23m
$98
New YorkWashington, D.C.
JFK - DCA
JFKDCA
New York John F Kennedy Intl
Fri 4/25
5:42 pm-7:04 pm
Nonstop1h 22m
Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
Sun 4/27
6:35 am-7:54 am
Nonstop1h 19m
$109
New YorkWashington, D.C.
LGA - IAD
LGAIAD
New York LaGuardia
Tue 4/29
7:29 pm-8:55 pm
Nonstop1h 26m
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Tue 5/6
10:10 pm-11:30 pm
Nonstop1h 20m
$111
NewarkWashington, D.C.
EWR - IAD
EWRIAD
Newark
Sat 5/3
1:05 pm-2:28 pm
Nonstop1h 23m
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Sat 5/10
10:26 pm-11:46 pm
Nonstop1h 20m
$111
New YorkBaltimore
LGA - BWI
LGABWI
New York LaGuardia
Thu 5/15
8:30 am-9:51 pm
1 stop13h 21m
Baltimore/Washington
Mon 5/19
5:55 am-7:35 am
1 stop25h 40m
$126
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| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
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| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on New York-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 New York-Washington, D.C. flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from New York-Washington, D.C. flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on New York-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 New York-Washington, D.C. flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
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Best time to book a flight from New York to Washington, D.C.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from New York to Washington, D.C.
How far ahead should I book a flight from New York to Washington, D.C.?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from New York to Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on March 28, 2025.
Booking 26 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from New York to Washington, D.C.. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New York to Washington, D.C.?
Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Washington, D.C. (average of $241). Flying from New York 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 NYC to WAS?
Find hourly flight availability from New York 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 April 3, 2025.
When flying from New York to Washington, D.C., the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 22% versus a flight at noon.
What is the cheapest day to fly from New York to Washington, D.C.?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from New York to Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their New York to Washington, D.C. flight should consider departing on Friday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
Weekly flight availability from New York to Washington, D.C.
Explore weekly flight availability from New York 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 April 3, 2025.
The most flights from NYC to WAS are scheduled on a Wednesday (120 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (11 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 April 3, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, Alaska Airlines and Southwest from New York to Washington, D.C. by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Comfort
7.9
Entertainment
7.9
Crew
8.5
Food
7.3
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.2
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentKymberlee,Oct 2024
JFK - ATL
Comfort
7.9
Entertainment
7.9
Crew
8.5
Food
7.3
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.2
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentKymberlee,Oct 2024
JFK - ATL
Comfort
7.9
Entertainment
7.9
Crew
8.5
Food
7.3
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.2
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentKymberlee,Oct 2024
JFK - ATL
Comfort
7.9
Entertainment
7.9
Crew
8.5
Food
7.3
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.2
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentKymberlee,Oct 2024
JFK - ATL
Comfort
7.9
Entertainment
7.9
Crew
8.5
Food
7.3
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.2
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentKymberlee,Oct 2024
JFK - ATL
Comfort
7.9
Entertainment
7.9
Crew
8.5
Food
7.3
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.2
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentKymberlee,Oct 2024
JFK - ATL
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$80 | Average$205 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time65% | |
| Cheapest$88 | Average$171 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$100 | Average$309 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$168 | Average$280 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$170 | Average$318 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% |