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Cheap flights from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C. from $51

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Easily compare round-trip flights from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C.

Below you can see the best fares for your round-trip flight route over the next six months. All fares were found on momondo this week. Browse the quickest and cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C. by changing tabs
Spirit Airlines
Sep 23
PHL8:44 pmPhiladelphia
15h 19m
1 stop
BWI12:03 pmBaltimore/Washington
Sep 24
BWI7:44 pmBaltimore/Washington
12h 15m
1 stop
PHL7:59 amPhiladelphia
American Airlines
Sep 27
PHL4:00 pmPhiladelphia
1h 06m
DCA5:06 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
Sep 30
DCA6:30 amWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
1h 02m
PHL7:32 amPhiladelphia
United Airlines
Sep 27
PHL10:35 amPhiladelphia
1h 08m
IAD11:43 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Sep 30
IAD12:40 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
1h 05m
PHL1:45 pmPhiladelphia
JetBlue
Aug 15
PHL6:00 amPhiladelphia
5h 40m
1 stop
DCA11:40 amWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
Aug 19
DCA4:40 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
4h 52m
1 stop
PHL9:32 pmPhiladelphia
Frontier
Aug 5
PHL10:09 amPhiladelphia
9h 22m
1 stop
BWI7:31 pmBaltimore/Washington
Aug 6
BWI10:32 amBaltimore/Washington
7h 22m
1 stop
PHL5:54 pmPhiladelphia
Spirit Airlines
Aug 21
PHL3:20 pmPhiladelphia
6h 42m
1 stop
BWI10:02 pmBaltimore/Washington
Aug 28
BWI9:03 amBaltimore/Washington
15h 19m
1 stop
PHL12:22 amPhiladelphia

Find the cheapest one-way flights from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C.

If you're looking for one-way flights from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C., view some of our deals below provided by Frontier, JetBlue and Spirit Airlines
Spirit Airlines
Sep 4
PHL5:35 amPhiladelphia
5h 25m
1 stop
BWI11:00 amBaltimore/Washington
JetBlue
Aug 21
PHL8:20 amPhiladelphia
6h 25m
1 stop
DCA2:45 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
Frontier
Aug 23
PHL7:00 amPhiladelphia
5h 23m
1 stop
BWI12:23 pmBaltimore/Washington

Find the cheapest direct flights from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C.

American Airlines
Sep 27
PHL2:38 pmPhiladelphia
1h 09m
DCA3:47 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
Sep 30
DCA6:30 amWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
1h 02m
PHL7:32 amPhiladelphia
United Airlines
Sep 27
PHL10:35 amPhiladelphia
1h 08m
IAD11:43 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Sep 30
IAD12:40 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
1h 05m
PHL1:45 pmPhiladelphia
American Airlines
Sep 5
PHL6:42 pmPhiladelphia
1h 19m
DCA8:01 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
Sep 8
DCA10:05 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
1h 03m
PHL11:08 pmPhiladelphia
United Airlines
Aug 9
PHL6:00 amPhiladelphia
1h 09m
IAD7:09 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Aug 11
IAD10:05 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
1h 07m
PHL11:12 pmPhiladelphia
American Airlines
Aug 8
PHL5:52 amPhiladelphia
1h 07m
DCA6:59 amWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
Aug 14
DCA10:10 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
1h 03m
PHL11:13 pmPhiladelphia
United Airlines
Aug 15
PHL10:15 amPhiladelphia
1h 08m
IAD11:23 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Aug 19
IAD12:40 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
1h 05m
PHL1:45 pmPhiladelphia

Search last-minute flights to Washington, D.C. from Philadelphia

Find and compare round-trip flight prices for your last-minute flight from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C.
United Airlines
Aug 1
PHL6:00 amPhiladelphia
1h 09m
IAD7:09 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Aug 6
IAD10:15 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
1h 07m
PHL11:22 pmPhiladelphia
American Airlines
Aug 1
PHL11:49 amPhiladelphia
5h 19m
1 stop
IAD5:08 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Aug 6
IAD8:13 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
4h 27m
1 stop
PHL12:40 amPhiladelphia
Spirit Airlines
Jul 31
PHL9:50 amPhiladelphia
14h 01m
1 stop
BWI11:51 pmBaltimore/Washington
Aug 1
BWI6:40 pmBaltimore/Washington
6h 18m
1 stop
PHL12:58 amPhiladelphia
JetBlue
Jul 31
PHL6:00 amPhiladelphia
5h 40m
1 stop
DCA11:40 amWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
Aug 1
DCA3:30 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
6h 02m
1 stop
PHL9:32 pmPhiladelphia
Multiple Airlines
Aug 1
PHL1:26 pmPhiladelphia
21h 54m
3 stops
IAD11:20 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Aug 6
IAD8:25 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
24h 35m
3 stops
PHL9:00 amPhiladelphia
Spirit Airlines
Jul 31
PHL5:45 amPhiladelphia
16h 45m
2 stops
BWI10:30 pmBaltimore/Washington
Aug 1
BWI10:40 pmBaltimore/Washington
25h 49m
3 stops
PHL12:29 amPhiladelphia

United Airlines flights from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C.

Our best United Airlines deals on Philadelphia to Washington, D.C. flight tickets
United Airlines
Sep 27
PHL10:35 amPhiladelphia
1h 08m
IAD11:43 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Sep 30
IAD12:40 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
1h 05m
PHL1:45 pmPhiladelphia
United Airlines
Aug 9
PHL6:00 amPhiladelphia
1h 09m
IAD7:09 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Aug 11
IAD10:05 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
1h 07m
PHL11:12 pmPhiladelphia
United Airlines
Aug 15
PHL10:15 amPhiladelphia
1h 08m
IAD11:23 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Aug 19
IAD12:40 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
1h 05m
PHL1:45 pmPhiladelphia

American Airlines flights from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C.

Our best American Airlines deals on Philadelphia to Washington, D.C. flight tickets
American Airlines
Sep 27
PHL4:00 pmPhiladelphia
1h 06m
DCA5:06 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
Sep 30
DCA6:30 amWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
1h 02m
PHL7:32 amPhiladelphia
American Airlines
Aug 8
PHL5:52 amPhiladelphia
1h 07m
DCA6:59 amWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
Aug 14
DCA10:10 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
1h 03m
PHL11:13 pmPhiladelphia
American Airlines
Aug 15
PHL5:52 amPhiladelphia
1h 07m
DCA6:59 amWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
Aug 18
DCA11:31 amWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
0h 59m
PHL12:30 pmPhiladelphia

How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C.

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

What is the cheapest month to fly from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C.?

October. The cheapest time of year to fly to Washington, D.C. from Philadelphia is October. Most expensive is February

What is the cheapest day to depart Philadelphia for Washington, D.C.?

Wednesday. The cheapest day of the week is typically Wednesday. The most expensive is typically Monday

When is the cheapest time to fly from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C.?

At noon. Philadelphia to Washington, D.C. flights are approximately 18% more expensive in the afternoon than at noon

What is the cheapest airline that flies to Washington, D.C. from Philadelphia?

United Airlines. United Airlines and American Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C.

What is the cheapest Philadelphia to Washington, D.C. flight route?

Philadelphia - Baltimore/Washington. Fly from Philadelphia to Baltimore/Washington for the best Philadelphia - Washington, D.C. flight prices

How many flights depart from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C. on average per day?

5 flights are operational weekly from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C. as of July 2024. The most popular departure time for this route is 10:00AM, with 52% of flights per day taking off at noon.

How many flights depart from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C. on average per week?

39 flights are operational weekly from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C. as of July 2024. The most popular departure day for this route is Monday, with 18% of flights per week taking off on this day.

What cabin class options are available on Philadelphia to Washington, D.C. flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Philadelphia to Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. flights?

You could potentially save up to 29% on your flight if you consider stops on a Philadelphia to Washington, D.C. flight.

How have Philadelphia to Washington, D.C. flight prices changed over time?

As of July 2024, prices for Philadelphia to Washington, D.C. flights are approximately 29% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

Cheap Philadelphia to Washington, D.C. (PHL to WAS) flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C.

Best Price Found

$51

Fastest flight time

1h 04m

Direct flights

Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri and Sat

Airports in Washington, D.C.

3 airports
The best one-way flight to Washington, D.C. from Philadelphia in the past 72 hours is $51. The best round-trip flight deal from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C. found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $119.
The fastest flight from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C. takes 1h 04m
Direct flights go from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C. on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday. Airlines offering direct flights are: United Airlines and American Airlines.
There are 3 airports near Washington, D.C.: Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA), Baltimore/Washington (BWI), Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD)

  • Is flying the fastest way to get from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C.?

    The quickest way is to book a flight from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C., which can be as quick as 1h 04m onboard American Airlines. You can also get a train from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C., or a bus from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C. which can take you longer to arrive at your destination.

  • Is flying the cheapest way to get from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C.?

    A bus from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C. is currently going to be the least expensive option currently available. You can also find deals for a flight from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C. starting at $119, or consider a train from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C. starting at $34. Both of these alternative options are worth considering when looking to reach your destination.

  • How far is Philadelphia to Washington, D.C. by plane?

    Philadelphia and Washington, D.C. are 123.7 mi apart from one another. Typically, this will take 1h 04m by plane in normal conditions.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Philadelphia Airport to Washington, D.C.?

    Prices for flights from Philadelphia Airport to Washington, D.C. refresh daily.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from Philadelphia Airport to Washington, D.C.?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Philadelphia Airport to Washington, D.C.?

    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 Washington, D.C..

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Washington, D.C.?

    The necessary travel and health documents for your Washington, D.C. 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.


Best airlines flying from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C.

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C. with momondo
Airline
Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
United AirlinesPriceFrom $146Free CancellationRating
7.4
10,000 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $200Free CancellationRating
7.3
10,000 reviews
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  • American Airlines Flights From Philadelphia to Washington, D.C.

    American Airlines is one of the most popular airlines flying from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C., operating 22 flights/week on average for this route. A good American Airlines flight deal for Philadelphia to Washington, D.C. starts from $200 round-trip, up to an average price of $498. Our users have rated American Airlines at 7.3/10.


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Can I find flights from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C. with flexible booking policies on momondo?

All flight searches from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C. on momondo can be filtered to show those which offer flexible booking policies.

How can momondo help me find flights from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C.?

Once all potential Philadelphia to Washington, D.C. flight options are in front of you, momondo lets you sort and filter flights based on preferences such as airline, price and flight times amongst many other options.

I’m not ready to book a flight from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C. right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

Yes momondo offers price alerts on flights to Washington, D.C. from Philadelphia. After performing a search on this page you should be able to see the price alert set up feature. Simply provide a valid email address and momondo will instantly alert you when prices change.


Choose the best way to get from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C.

Buses

2h 50m
$10 one-way$20 round-trip
Nonstop · from $201 stop · from $73

Distance to downtown

ZWU1.7 mi
E4N0.3 mi

Trains

1h 51m
$17 one-way$34 round-trip
Nonstop · from $34

Distance to downtown

ZWU1.7 mi

Flights

1h 08m
$51 one-way$119 round-trip
Nonstop · from $1691 stop · from $78

Distance to downtown

BWI8.5 mi

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