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$118+ Cheap flights from Portland, ME (PWM) 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 5/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PWM — WAS
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Wed 2/25
Wed 3/4
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Portland to Washington, D.C.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Portland to Washington, D.C.. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 26, 2026.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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.
Tue 2/246:00 am
PWM
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DCA
Nonstop1h 50m
American Airlines
Tue 3/310:15 pm
DCA
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PWM
Nonstop1h 35m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/25$197
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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 5/17:10 pm
PWM
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IAD
Nonstop2h 01m
United Airlines
Tue 5/55:42 pm
IAD
-
PWM
1 stop5h 47m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/25$199
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/12:18 pm
PWM
-
DCA
1 stop8h 41m
JetBlue
Tue 5/56:00 am
DCA
-
PWM
1 stop7h 23m
JetBlue
Deal found 1/24$204
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 3/33:05 pm
PWM
-
IAD
1 stop5h 58m
United Airlines
Tue 3/106:00 am
IAD
-
PWM
1 stop4h 49m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/26$209
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 3/36:00 am
PWM
-
DCA
1 stop4h 29m
United Airlines
Tue 3/1012:55 pm
DCA
-
PWM
1 stop5h 30m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/26$209
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 3/312:43 pm
PWM
-
IAD
2 stops10h 26m
Delta
Tue 3/106:00 am
IAD
-
PWM
1 stop6h 09m
Delta
Deal found 1/26$214
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 3/32:35 pm
PWM
-
DCA
2 stops8h 22m
Delta
Tue 3/107:30 pm
DCA
-
PWM
1 stop3h 42m
Delta
Deal found 1/26$214
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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 2/242:35 pm
PWM
-
IAD
2 stops8h 34m
Delta
Tue 3/35:13 pm
IAD
-
PWM
2 stops7h 05m
Delta
Deal found 1/25$220
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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.
Sat 2/72:35 pm
PWM
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IAD
1 stop4h 34m
Delta
Sat 2/147:52 pm
IAD
-
PWM
1 stop4h 26m
Delta
Deal found 1/24$224
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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.
Sat 2/2112:45 pm
PWM
-
DCA
1 stop5h 00m
Delta
Mon 2/236:05 am
DCA
-
PWM
1 stop5h 55m
Delta
Deal found 1/25$224
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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.
Thu 4/3010:47 am
PWM
-
DCA
Nonstop1h 49m
American Airlines
Mon 5/47:45 pm
DCA
-
PWM
1 stop14h 09m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/24$227
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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.
Sat 2/73:05 pm
PWM
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IAD
1 stop6h 17m
United Airlines
Sat 2/145:10 pm
IAD
-
PWM
Nonstop1h 46m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/24$230

Find flight deals from Portland to Washington, D.C.

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Portland (PWM) 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 26, 2026.

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FlightHub
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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$197
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$118
(American Airlines)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$279

Good round-trip deal

$288 or less

Good one-way deal

$164 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Portland 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 26, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Portland to Washington, D.C. that are best for you.

Fly from

Portland

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Washington, D.C.

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Return

Price

PortlandWashington, D.C.

PWM - IAD

PWMIAD

Portland

Fri 5/1

7:10 pm-9:11 pm

Nonstop2h 01m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 5/5

5:42 pm-11:29 pm

1 stop5h 47m

$199

PortlandWashington, D.C.

PWM - IAD

PWMIAD

Portland

Wed 3/18

2:30 pm-7:19 pm

1 stop4h 49m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 3/23

7:59 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop4h 00m

$209

PortlandWashington, D.C.

PWM - IAD

PWMIAD

Portland

Thu 4/30

4:42 pm-11:03 pm

1 stop6h 21m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 5/4

6:50 pm-12:46 am

1 stop5h 56m

$209

PortlandWashington, D.C.

PWM - IAD

PWMIAD

Portland

Tue 2/24

2:35 pm-7:09 pm

1 stop4h 34m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 3/3

6:00 am-12:00 pm

1 stop6h 00m

$209

PortlandWashington, D.C.

PWM - IAD

PWMIAD

Portland

Thu 3/19

2:30 pm-7:19 pm

1 stop4h 49m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 3/23

7:59 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop4h 00m

$209

PortlandWashington, D.C.

PWM - IAD

PWMIAD

Portland

Tue 3/10

4:48 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop6h 11m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 3/17

7:59 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop4h 00m

$209

PortlandWashington, D.C.

PWM - IAD

PWMIAD

Portland

Fri 3/20

2:30 pm-7:19 pm

1 stop4h 49m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 3/23

7:59 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop4h 00m

$209

PortlandWashington, D.C.

PWM - IAD

PWMIAD

Portland

Sat 3/21

2:30 pm-7:19 pm

1 stop4h 49m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 3/23

7:59 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop4h 00m

$209

PortlandWashington, D.C.

PWM - IAD

PWMIAD

Portland

Fri 5/1

6:30 am-12:05 pm

1 stop5h 35m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 5/5

6:50 pm-12:46 am

1 stop5h 56m

$209

PortlandWashington, D.C.

PWM - DCA

PWMDCA

Portland

Tue 3/10

12:51 pm-6:59 pm

1 stop6h 08m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 3/17

5:09 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop6h 50m

$209

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Portland to Washington, D.C. in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice 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 Portland, Maine-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 Portland, Maine-Washington, D.C. flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Portland, Maine-Washington, D.C. flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Portland, Maine-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 Portland, Maine-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 Portland to Washington, D.C.

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Washington, D.C. from Portland with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Portland to Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on January 23, 2026.

Booking 66 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Portland, Maine 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 Portland, Maine to Washington, D.C.?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland, Maine to Washington, D.C. (average of $47). Flying from Portland, Maine to Washington, D.C. in October is currently the most expensive (average of $137). 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 PWM to WAS?

Find hourly flight availability from Portland 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 26, 2026.

It’s optimal to fly from Portland, Maine to Washington, D.C. in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 24% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Portland to Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on January 24, 2026.

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

Weekly flight availability from Portland, Maine to Washington, D.C.

Explore weekly flight availability from Portland 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 26, 2026.

The most flights from PWM to WAS are scheduled on a Monday (8 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (8 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Portland, Maine to Washington, D.C.?

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 26, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Portland to Washington, D.C., such as Southwest, United Airlines, and American Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,268 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,268 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,268 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,199 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,268 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,189 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,268 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Related info for your journey

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

    For a flight from Portland to Washington, D.C., you will be flying from Portland. Portland (PWM) is just 2.9 mi from the center of the city. Portland is the only Portland airport and it handles 8 outbound flights to Washington, D.C. per day. 4 airlines have flights to Washington, D.C. from Portland on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from Portland, Maine to Washington, D.C.?

    United Airlines, Delta, and Southwest can get you from Portland, Maine to Washington, D.C. in just under 1h 45m. Your travel time can differ by up to 3h 04m. Portland, Maine and Washington, D.C. are separated by a distance of 451 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    According to our current data, Delta ($176), American Airlines ($189), and United Airlines ($205) offers the cheapest pricing from Portland, Maine to Washington, D.C.. Delta is currently priced 38% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Portland, Maine to Washington, D.C. are American Airlines ($122), United Airlines ($126), and Delta ($159).

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

    The most popular flight routes from Portland, Maine to Washington, D.C. are Portland - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl, Portland - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National and Portland - Baltimore/Washington.

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

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Portland, Maine to Washington, D.C. on time: Republic Airways (94%), United Airlines (77%), Avianca (77%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $199. While the most popular route (Portland - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl) can be booked for $189 on average, our data indicates $408 when flying from Portland, Maine to Washington, D.C..

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland, Maine to Washington, D.C. (average of $47). Flying from Portland, Maine to Washington, D.C. in October is currently the most expensive (average of $137). 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 4 airlines flying from Portland to Washington, D.C.

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Portland 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 26, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$176Average$258FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$189Average$313FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$205Average$315FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$237Average$357FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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