How many flights depart from Philadelphia to District of Columbia on average per week?

101 flights are operational weekly from Philadelphia to District of Columbia as of July 2026. The most popular departure day for this route is Tue, with 16% of flights per week taking off on this day.

What airlines fly to District of Columbia?

United Airlines, Delta and American Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to District of Columbia from Philadelphia according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 51% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to District of Columbia. Keep in mind that there are 4 different airlines that fly to District of Columbia on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How many flights depart from Philadelphia to District of Columbia on average per day?

The number of flights available between Philadelphia and District of Columbia is 14 per day as of July 2026. The most frequent departure time is 7:00PM, with 42% of daily flights leaving at noon.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Philadelphia to District of Columbia?

Frontier, JetBlue, and United Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Philadelphia to District of Columbia

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Philadelphia Airport to District of Columbia?

Prices for flights from Philadelphia Airport to District of Columbia are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Philadelphia Airport to District of Columbia?

The number of operators available for flights from Philadelphia Airport to District of Columbia is 2 as of July 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from Philadelphia Airport to District of Columbia?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Philadelphia Airport to District of Columbia.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to District of Columbia?

The necessary travel and health documents for your District of Columbia trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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5:28 pm - 12:28 am

PHL

IAD

7h 00m

1 stop

9:16 pm - 7:36 am

IAD

PHL

10h 20m

1 stop

$129Frontier

Fri, Sep 11 - Fri, Oct 9

4:45 pm - 10:52 pm

PHL

IAD

6h 07m

1 stop

8:39 pm - 7:15 am

IAD

PHL

10h 36m

1 stop

$131Frontier

Tue, Aug 25 - Mon, Aug 31

5:38 pm - 12:28 am

PHL

IAD

6h 50m

1 stop

7:00 am - 1:12 pm

IAD

PHL

6h 12m

1 stop

$141Frontier

Thu, Oct 22 - Sat, Oct 24

4:45 pm - 10:52 pm

PHL

IAD

6h 07m

1 stop

6:20 am - 12:26 pm

IAD

PHL

6h 06m

1 stop

$142Frontier

Tue, Aug 25 - Mon, Aug 31

4:45 pm - 10:52 pm

PHL

IAD

6h 07m

1 stop

7:00 am - 1:12 pm

IAD

PHL

6h 12m

1 stop

$143Frontier

Sun, Sep 6 - Fri, Sep 11

3:25 pm - 4:48 pm

PHL

DCA

1h 23mnonstop

1:55 pm - 3:05 pm

DCA

PHL

1h 10mnonstop

$239American Airlines

Sat, Aug 22 - Thu, Aug 27

3:25 pm - 4:48 pm

PHL

DCA

1h 23mnonstop

5:39 pm - 6:54 pm

DCA

PHL

1h 15mnonstop

$240American Airlines

Thu, Aug 13 - Sun, Aug 16

10:45 am - 4:17 pm

PHL

DCA

5h 32m

1 stop

2:30 pm - 10:32 pm

DCA

PHL

8h 02m

1 stop

$241JetBlue

Tue, Oct 6 - Wed, Oct 7

3:25 pm - 4:48 pm

PHL

DCA

1h 23mnonstop

5:00 am - 9:56 am

DCA

PHL

4h 56m

1 stop

$249American Airlines

Sat, Aug 22 - Thu, Aug 27

7:20 am - 11:09 am

PHL

DCA

3h 49m

1 stop

1:55 pm - 3:05 pm

DCA

PHL

1h 10mnonstop

$250American Airlines

Thu, Aug 13 - Sun, Aug 16

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Frontier flights from Philadelphia to District of Columbia

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Frontier

Sep 11

PHL5:28 pmPhiladelphia

7h 00m

1 stop

IAD12:28 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Oct 9

IAD9:16 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

10h 20m

1 stop

PHL7:36 amPhiladelphia

$129

Frontier

Aug 25

PHL4:45 pmPhiladelphia

6h 07m

1 stop

IAD10:52 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Aug 31

IAD8:39 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

10h 36m

1 stop

PHL7:15 amPhiladelphia

$131

Frontier

Oct 22

PHL5:38 pmPhiladelphia

6h 50m

1 stop

IAD12:28 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Oct 24

IAD7:00 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

6h 12m

1 stop

PHL1:12 pmPhiladelphia

$141

United Airlines flights from Philadelphia to District of Columbia

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United Airlines

Aug 25

PHL3:05 pmPhiladelphia

1h 18m

IAD4:23 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Aug 31

IAD1:05 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

1h 16m

PHL2:21 pmPhiladelphia

$239

United Airlines

Aug 8

PHL7:45 pmPhiladelphia

1h 25m

IAD9:10 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Aug 9

IAD8:35 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

1h 10m

PHL9:45 amPhiladelphia

$254

United Airlines

Jul 31

PHL6:10 amPhiladelphia

1h 09m

IAD7:19 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Aug 1

IAD12:55 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

1h 15m

PHL2:10 pmPhiladelphia

$269

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Philadelphia

Fri 9/11

5:28 pm-12:28 am

1 stop7h 00m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 10/9

9:16 pm-7:36 am

1 stop10h 20m

$129

PhiladelphiaWashington, D.C.

PHL - IAD

PHLIAD

Philadelphia

Tue 8/25

4:45 pm-10:52 pm

1 stop6h 07m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 8/31

8:39 pm-7:15 am

1 stop10h 36m

$131

PhiladelphiaWashington, D.C.

PHL - IAD

PHLIAD

Philadelphia

Thu 10/22

5:38 pm-12:28 am

1 stop6h 50m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 10/24

7:00 am-1:12 pm

1 stop6h 12m

$141

PhiladelphiaWashington, D.C.

PHL - IAD

PHLIAD

Philadelphia

Tue 8/25

4:45 pm-10:52 pm

1 stop6h 07m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 8/31

6:20 am-12:26 pm

1 stop6h 06m

$142

PhiladelphiaWashington, D.C.

PHL - IAD

PHLIAD

Philadelphia

Sun 9/6

4:45 pm-10:52 pm

1 stop6h 07m

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Fri 9/11

7:00 am-1:12 pm

1 stop6h 12m

$143

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PhiladelphiaWashington, D.C.

PHL - DCA

PHLDCA

Philadelphia

Sat 8/22

3:25 pm-4:48 pm

Nonstop1h 23m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 8/27

1:55 pm-3:05 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

$239

PhiladelphiaWashington, D.C.

PHL - DCA

PHLDCA

Philadelphia

Thu 8/13

3:25 pm-4:48 pm

Nonstop1h 23m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 8/16

5:39 pm-6:54 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

$240

PhiladelphiaWashington, D.C.

PHL - DCA

PHLDCA

Philadelphia

Tue 10/6

10:45 am-4:17 pm

1 stop5h 32m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 10/7

2:30 pm-10:32 pm

1 stop8h 02m

$241

PhiladelphiaWashington, D.C.

PHL - DCA

PHLDCA

Philadelphia

Sat 8/22

3:25 pm-4:48 pm

Nonstop1h 23m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 8/27

5:00 am-9:56 am

1 stop4h 56m

$249

PhiladelphiaWashington, D.C.

PHL - DCA

PHLDCA

Philadelphia

Thu 8/13

7:20 am-11:09 am

1 stop3h 49m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 8/16

1:55 pm-3:05 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

$250

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Philadelphia to District of Columbia

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What is the cheapest month to fly to District of Columbia?

In general, September is the cheapest month to fly from Philadelphia to District of Columbia. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $179. If you don’t want to visit District of Columbia in September, then you should wait until February to fly from Philadelphia, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $200.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to District of Columbia?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to District of Columbia is on a Friday when prices can be found for as low as $632. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. On the other hand, Saturday is the most expensive day to depart from Philadelphia because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travelers. As a result, prices tend to be around $917.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to District of Columbia?

Flying to District of Columbia from Philadelphia in the morning is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as $693 when looking at flights departing in the morning. Flights to District of Columbia are more costly at noon, with an average ticket price of $1,140. Departure times at noon fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

What is the cheapest Philadelphia to District of Columbia flight route?

Fly from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National for the best Philadelphia - District of Columbia flight prices

What cabin class options are available on Philadelphia to District of Columbia flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Philadelphia to District of Columbia flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on Philadelphia to District of Columbia flights?

You could potentially save up to 74% on your flight if you consider stops on a Philadelphia to District of Columbia flight.

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Best Price Found	$293
Fastest flight time	1h 09m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in District of Columbia	2 airports

The best one-way flight to District of Columbia from Philadelphia in the past 72 hours is $293. The best round-trip flight deal from Philadelphia to District of Columbia found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $492.

The fastest flight from Philadelphia to District of Columbia takes 1h 09m

Direct flights go from Philadelphia to District of Columbia every day.

There are 2 airports in District of Columbia. From Philadelphia there are direct flights to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA), Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD).

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Philadelphia to District of Columbia

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Philadelphia Airport to District of Columbia?
Prices for flights from Philadelphia Airport to District of Columbia are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Philadelphia Airport to District of Columbia?
The number of operators available for flights from Philadelphia Airport to District of Columbia is 2 as of July 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Philadelphia Airport to District of Columbia?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Philadelphia Airport to District of Columbia.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to District of Columbia?
The necessary travel and health documents for your District of Columbia trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Philadelphia to District of Columbia?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Philadelphia and District of Columbia, the leading plane model is Airbus A319, making up 6.98% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet 900 with 6.31%, Boeing 787 Dreamliner with 5.41%, and Boeing 737-800 with 5.18%.

Best airlines flying from Philadelphia to District of Columbia

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
American Airlines	PriceFrom $179	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,832 reviews		Search American Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $239	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 10,011 reviews		Search United Airlines flights

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