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

74 flights are operational weekly from Philadelphia to District of Columbia as of October 2026. The most popular departure day for this route is Mon, with 22% of flights per week taking off on this day.

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 10 per day as of October 2026. The most frequent departure time is 3:00PM, with 42% of daily flights leaving at noon.

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 56% 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.

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

Frontier and JetBlue 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 October 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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12:36 pm - 11:43 pmPHL Philadelphia-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

11h 07m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

7:48 am - 6:19 pmIAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-PHL Philadelphia

10h 31m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$118Frontier

Sat, Nov 7 - Wed, Nov 11

8:30 am - 5:12 pmPHL Philadelphia-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

8h 42m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

6:07 pm - 7:11 amIAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-PHL Philadelphia

13h 04m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$134Frontier

Mon, Nov 16 - Wed, Nov 18

7:25 am - 2:49 pmPHL Philadelphia-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

7h 24m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

10:33 pm - 1:13 pmIAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-PHL Philadelphia

14h 40m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$135Frontier

Wed, Dec 2 - Fri, Dec 4

5:14 pm - 11:43 pmPHL Philadelphia-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

6h 29m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

9:06 pm - 7:21 amIAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-PHL Philadelphia

10h 15m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$140Frontier

Wed, Nov 11 - Thu, Nov 12

7:34 am - 2:49 pmPHL Philadelphia-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

7h 15m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

10:35 pm - 5:26 pmIAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-PHL Philadelphia

18h 51m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$148Frontier

Thu, Dec 3 - Thu, Dec 10

6:31 pm - 2:49 pmPHL Philadelphia-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

20h 18m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

10:33 pm - 11:40 pmIAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-PHL Philadelphia

25h 07m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$154Frontier

Thu, Dec 10 - Mon, Dec 14

10:30 am - 11:40 amPHL Philadelphia-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

1h 10mnonstop

10:15 pm - 11:30 pmIAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-PHL Philadelphia

1h 15mnonstop

$309United Airlines

Fri, Nov 13 - Fri, Nov 20

7:40 pm - 8:53 pmPHL Philadelphia-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

1h 13mnonstop

5:35 pm - 6:51 pmIAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-PHL Philadelphia

1h 16mnonstop

$309United Airlines

Tue, Nov 24 - Thu, Nov 26

3:54 pm - 5:19 pmPHL Philadelphia-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

1h 25mnonstop

1:44 pm - 2:58 pmDCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-PHL Philadelphia

1h 14mnonstop

$309American Airlines

Mon, Nov 16 - Mon, Nov 23

3:54 pm - 5:19 pmPHL Philadelphia-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

1h 25mnonstop

1:44 pm - 2:58 pmDCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-PHL Philadelphia

1h 14mnonstop

$309American Airlines

Fri, Nov 13 - Fri, Nov 20

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8:02 pm - 8:11 pmPHL Philadelphia-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

24h 09m2 stops San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Intl Fort Lauderdale

3:58 pm - 1:06 amIAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-PHL Philadelphia

9h 08m1 stop Fort Lauderdale

$263Frontier

Mon, Oct 26 - Thu, Nov 26

1:52 pm - 8:11 pmPHL Philadelphia-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

30h 19m1 stop Fort Lauderdale

3:58 pm - 1:06 amIAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-PHL Philadelphia

9h 08m1 stop Fort Lauderdale

$298Frontier

Mon, Oct 26 - Thu, Nov 26

10:30 am - 11:40 amPHL Philadelphia-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

1h 10mnonstop

1:00 pm - 2:16 pmIAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-PHL Philadelphia

1h 16mnonstop

$339United Airlines

Mon, Oct 26 - Thu, Nov 26

8:02 pm - 8:11 pmPHL Philadelphia-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

24h 09m2 stops San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Intl Fort Lauderdale

7:40 am - 6:19 pmIAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-PHL Philadelphia

10h 39m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$340Frontier

Mon, Oct 26 - Thu, Oct 29

5:22 pm - 5:12 pmPHL Philadelphia-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

23h 50m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

9:06 pm - 7:11 amIAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-PHL Philadelphia

10h 05m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$344Frontier

Mon, Oct 26 - Wed, Oct 28

10:30 am - 11:40 amPHL Philadelphia-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

1h 10mnonstop

10:15 pm - 11:25 pmIAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-PHL Philadelphia

1h 10mnonstop

$354United Airlines

Sun, Oct 25 - Sat, Oct 31

3:51 pm - 5:00 pmPHL Philadelphia-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

1h 09mnonstop

5:10 pm - 6:21 pmDCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-PHL Philadelphia

1h 11mnonstop

$369American Airlines

Fri, Oct 23 - Sat, Oct 24

7:30 pm - 8:49 pmPHL Philadelphia-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

1h 19mnonstop

1:05 pm - 2:21 pmIAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-PHL Philadelphia

1h 16mnonstop

$369United Airlines

Fri, Oct 23 - Sat, Oct 24

8:47 pm - 9:59 pmPHL Philadelphia-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

1h 12mnonstop

11:57 am - 4:39 pmDCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-PHL Philadelphia

4h 42m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

$379American Airlines

Fri, Oct 23 - Sat, Oct 24

7:04 pm - 11:06 pmPHL Philadelphia-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

4h 02m1 stop Boston Logan Intl

7:18 pm - 12:17 amDCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-PHL Philadelphia

4h 59m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

$389American Airlines

Fri, Oct 23 - Sat, Oct 24

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10:30 am - 11:40 amPHL Philadelphia-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

1h 10mnonstop

10:15 pm - 11:25 pmIAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-PHL Philadelphia

1h 10mnonstop

$309United Airlines

Sat, Nov 14 - Sat, Nov 21

7:40 pm - 8:53 pmPHL Philadelphia-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

1h 13mnonstop

10:15 pm - 11:31 pmIAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-PHL Philadelphia

1h 16mnonstop

$309United Airlines

Mon, Nov 16 - Mon, Nov 23

3:54 pm - 5:19 pmPHL Philadelphia-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

1h 25mnonstop

1:44 pm - 2:58 pmDCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-PHL Philadelphia

1h 14mnonstop

$309American Airlines

Mon, Nov 16 - Mon, Nov 23

3:54 pm - 5:19 pmPHL Philadelphia-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

1h 25mnonstop

1:44 pm - 2:58 pmDCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-PHL Philadelphia

1h 14mnonstop

$309American Airlines

Fri, Nov 13 - Fri, Nov 20

4:11 pm - 5:30 pmPHL Philadelphia-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

1h 19mnonstop

1:34 pm - 2:43 pmDCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-PHL Philadelphia

1h 09mnonstop

$309American Airlines

Tue, Dec 22 - Mon, Dec 28

7:34 pm - 8:59 pmPHL Philadelphia-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

1h 25mnonstop

1:44 pm - 2:58 pmDCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-PHL Philadelphia

1h 14mnonstop

$309American Airlines

Thu, Nov 12 - Thu, Nov 19

7:36 pm - 8:44 pmPHL Philadelphia-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

1h 08mnonstop

7:50 am - 9:03 amDCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-PHL Philadelphia

1h 13mnonstop

$309American Airlines

Tue, Nov 24 - Thu, Nov 26

3:57 pm - 5:29 pmPHL Philadelphia-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

1h 32mnonstop

5:21 pm - 6:34 pmDCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-PHL Philadelphia

1h 13mnonstop

$309American Airlines

Fri, Feb 19 - Wed, Feb 24

4:11 pm - 5:36 pmPHL Philadelphia-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

1h 25mnonstop

5:10 pm - 6:24 pmDCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-PHL Philadelphia

1h 14mnonstop

$309American Airlines

Sat, Nov 7 - Wed, Nov 11

7:34 pm - 8:59 pmPHL Philadelphia-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

1h 25mnonstop

5:10 pm - 6:24 pmDCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-PHL Philadelphia

1h 14mnonstop

$309American Airlines

Mon, Nov 9 - Mon, Nov 16

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Frontier flights from Philadelphia to District of Columbia

Our best Frontier deals on Philadelphia to District of Columbia flight tickets

Frontier

Nov 7

PHL12:36 pmPhiladelphia

11h 07m

1 stop

IAD11:43 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Nov 11

IAD7:48 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

10h 31m

1 stop

PHL6:19 pmPhiladelphia

$118

Frontier

Nov 16

PHL8:30 amPhiladelphia

8h 42m

1 stop

IAD5:12 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Nov 18

IAD6:07 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

13h 04m

1 stop

PHL7:11 amPhiladelphia

$134

Frontier

Dec 2

PHL7:25 amPhiladelphia

7h 24m

1 stop

IAD2:49 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Dec 4

IAD10:33 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

14h 40m

1 stop

PHL1:13 pmPhiladelphia

$135

United Airlines flights from Philadelphia to District of Columbia

Our best United Airlines deals on Philadelphia to District of Columbia flight tickets

United Airlines

Nov 12

PHL10:30 amPhiladelphia

1h 10m

IAD11:40 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Nov 15

IAD10:15 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

1h 15m

PHL11:30 pmPhiladelphia

$309

United Airlines

Nov 6

PHL7:40 pmPhiladelphia

1h 13m

IAD8:53 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Nov 9

IAD10:15 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

1h 15m

PHL11:30 pmPhiladelphia

$324

United Airlines

Oct 26

PHL10:30 amPhiladelphia

1h 10m

IAD11:40 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Nov 26

IAD1:00 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

1h 16m

PHL2:16 pmPhiladelphia

$339

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PhiladelphiaWashington, D.C.

PHL Philadelphia - IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

PHLIAD

Philadelphia

Sat 11/7

12:36 pm-11:43 pm

1 stop11h 07m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 11/11

7:48 am-6:19 pm

1 stop10h 31m

$118

PhiladelphiaWashington, D.C.

PHL Philadelphia - IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

PHLIAD

Philadelphia

Mon 11/16

8:30 am-5:12 pm

1 stop8h 42m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 11/18

6:07 pm-7:11 am

1 stop13h 04m

$134

PhiladelphiaWashington, D.C.

PHL Philadelphia - IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

PHLIAD

Philadelphia

Wed 12/2

7:25 am-2:49 pm

1 stop7h 24m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 12/4

10:33 pm-1:13 pm

1 stop14h 40m

$135

PhiladelphiaWashington, D.C.

PHL Philadelphia - IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

PHLIAD

Philadelphia

Wed 11/11

5:14 pm-11:43 pm

1 stop6h 29m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 11/12

9:06 pm-7:21 am

1 stop10h 15m

$140

PhiladelphiaWashington, D.C.

PHL Philadelphia - IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

PHLIAD

Philadelphia

Thu 12/3

7:34 am-2:49 pm

1 stop7h 15m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 12/10

10:35 pm-5:26 pm

1 stop18h 51m

$148

PhiladelphiaWashington, D.C.

PHL Philadelphia - IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

PHLIAD

Philadelphia

Thu 12/10

6:31 pm-2:49 pm

1 stop20h 18m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 12/14

10:33 pm-11:40 pm

1 stop25h 07m

$154

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PhiladelphiaWashington, D.C.

PHL Philadelphia - IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

PHLIAD

Philadelphia

Fri 11/13

10:30 am-11:40 am

Nonstop1h 10m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 11/20

10:15 pm-11:30 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

$309

PhiladelphiaWashington, D.C.

PHL Philadelphia - IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

PHLIAD

Philadelphia

Tue 11/24

7:40 pm-8:53 pm

Nonstop1h 13m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 11/26

5:35 pm-6:51 pm

Nonstop1h 16m

$309

PhiladelphiaWashington, D.C.

PHL Philadelphia - DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

PHLDCA

Philadelphia

Mon 11/16

3:54 pm-5:19 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 11/23

1:44 pm-2:58 pm

Nonstop1h 14m

$309

PhiladelphiaWashington, D.C.

PHL Philadelphia - DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

PHLDCA

Philadelphia

Fri 11/13

3:54 pm-5:19 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 11/20

1:44 pm-2:58 pm

Nonstop1h 14m

$309

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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, January 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 $239. If you don’t want to visit District of Columbia in January, then you should wait until October to fly from Philadelphia, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $319.

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 $710. 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 $1,005.

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 $716 when looking at flights departing in the morning. Flights to District of Columbia are more costly at noon, with an average ticket price of $1,224. 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. Dulles Intl 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 13% on your flight if you consider stops on a Philadelphia to District of Columbia flight.

Cheap Philadelphia to District of Columbia flight deals and tips

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Best Price Found	$59
Fastest flight time	1h 08m
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 $59. The best round-trip flight deal from Philadelphia to District of Columbia found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $118.

The fastest flight from Philadelphia to District of Columbia takes 1h 08m

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 October 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 A321-100/200, making up 8.40% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Airbus A321neo with 7.79%, Boeing 737-800 with 7.38%, and Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet 900 with 6.15%.

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 7.0 12,177 reviews		Search American Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $239	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 10,388 reviews		Search United Airlines flights

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