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

The number of flights available between Washington, D.C. and Connecticut is 93 per week as of November 2026. The most frequent departure day is Mon, with 19% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

How long is the flight from Washington, D.C. to Connecticut?

Flight times vary depending on what airport in Washington, D.C. you fly out of and what airport in Connecticut you fly into. For example, flying from Baltimore to Hartford takes 1h 10m on average. On the other hand, flying from Washington, D.C. to Hartford takes 1h 24m on average. Keep in mind that it’s always quicker to opt for a non-stop flight, so be sure to check momondo if there are any available for your route.

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

13 flights are operational daily from Washington, D.C. to Connecticut as of November 2026. The most popular departure time for this route is 5:00PM, with 55% of flights per day taking off in the afternoon.

What airlines fly to Connecticut?

American Airlines, United Airlines and Southwest are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Connecticut from Washington, D.C. according to our data. American Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 44% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Connecticut. Keep in mind that there are 4 different airlines that fly to Connecticut on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

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

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

Prices for flights from Washington, D.C. to Connecticut are updated daily.

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

The number of operators available for flights from Washington, D.C. to Connecticut is 3 as of November 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from Washington, D.C. to Connecticut?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Washington, D.C. to Connecticut.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Connecticut?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Connecticut may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Connecticut. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

$122 Cheap Flights from Washington, D.C. to Connecticut in 2026/27

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10:00 am - 11:27 amDCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-BDL Hartford Bradley Intl

1h 27mnonstop

9:10 am - 10:57 amBDL Hartford Bradley Intl-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

1h 47mnonstop

$239American Airlines

Wed, Dec 9 - Sat, Dec 12

9:00 pm - 10:26 pmDCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-BDL Hartford Bradley Intl

1h 26mnonstop

6:28 am - 8:00 amBDL Hartford Bradley Intl-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

1h 32mnonstop

$239American Airlines

Sat, Dec 5 - Sat, Dec 12

12:38 pm - 2:05 pmDCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-BDL Hartford Bradley Intl

1h 27mnonstop

5:56 pm - 7:46 pmBDL Hartford Bradley Intl-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

1h 50mnonstop

$239American Airlines

Sat, Dec 5 - Sat, Dec 12

12:45 pm - 2:10 pmIAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-BDL Hartford Bradley Intl

1h 25mnonstop

6:00 am - 7:25 amBDL Hartford Bradley Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

1h 25mnonstop

$249United Airlines

Tue, Dec 8 - Tue, Dec 15

2:59 pm - 8:29 pmDCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-BDL Hartford Bradley Intl

5h 30m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

9:10 am - 10:57 amBDL Hartford Bradley Intl-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

1h 47mnonstop

$249American Airlines

Sat, Dec 5 - Sat, Dec 12

11:30 am - 4:22 pmIAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-BDL Hartford Bradley Intl

4h 52m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

5:17 am - 10:37 amBDL Hartford Bradley Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

5h 20m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$259Delta

Sat, Dec 5 - Sat, Dec 12

11:30 am - 4:22 pmIAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-BDL Hartford Bradley Intl

4h 52m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

5:17 am - 10:37 amBDL Hartford Bradley Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

5h 20m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$259Delta

Wed, Dec 2 - Sat, Dec 12

11:30 am - 4:22 pmIAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-BDL Hartford Bradley Intl

4h 52m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

5:17 am - 10:37 amBDL Hartford Bradley Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

5h 20m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$259Delta

Wed, Dec 2 - Sat, Dec 5

6:00 am - 12:06 pmIAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-BDL Hartford Bradley Intl

6h 06m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

5:17 am - 10:42 amBDL Hartford Bradley Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

5h 25m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$259Delta

Sat, Dec 5 - Tue, Dec 8

12:45 pm - 2:10 pmIAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-BDL Hartford Bradley Intl

1h 25mnonstop

10:05 am - 11:30 amBDL Hartford Bradley Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

1h 25mnonstop

$269United Airlines

Mon, Dec 7 - Mon, Dec 14

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11:16 am - 2:20 pmIAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-BDL Hartford Bradley Intl

27h 04m1 stop Orlando

3:15 pm - 10:21 amBDL Hartford Bradley Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

19h 06m1 stop Orlando

$370Frontier

Thu, Nov 12 - Mon, Nov 16

11:16 am - 2:20 pmIAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-BDL Hartford Bradley Intl

27h 04m1 stop Orlando

3:15 pm - 10:21 amBDL Hartford Bradley Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

19h 06m1 stop Orlando

$388Frontier

Sat, Nov 14 - Mon, Nov 16

11:16 am - 7:14 pmIAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-HVN Tweed-New Haven

7h 58m1 stop Orlando

6:44 pm - 8:11 pmHVN Tweed-New Haven-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

25h 27m2 stops Raleigh-Durham Fort Lauderdale

$417Multiple Airlines

Thu, Nov 12 - Fri, Nov 13

9:33 am - 4:37 pmIAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-BDL Hartford Bradley Intl

7h 04m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

8:05 am - 3:23 pmBDL Hartford Bradley Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

7h 18m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

$418American Airlines

Fri, Nov 13 - Tue, Dec 15

3:59 pm - 5:25 pmDCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-BDL Hartford Bradley Intl

1h 26mnonstop

8:04 pm - 9:35 pmBDL Hartford Bradley Intl-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

1h 31mnonstop

$419American Airlines

Sat, Nov 14 - Tue, Nov 17

8:15 am - 9:41 amIAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-BDL Hartford Bradley Intl

1h 26mnonstop

7:49 pm - 9:30 pmBDL Hartford Bradley Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

1h 41mnonstop

$419United Airlines

Tue, Nov 17 - Sat, Nov 21

3:59 pm - 5:25 pmDCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-BDL Hartford Bradley Intl

1h 26mnonstop

5:35 am - 6:59 amBDL Hartford Bradley Intl-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

1h 24mnonstop

$419American Airlines

Sat, Nov 14 - Mon, Nov 16

5:15 pm - 6:42 pmIAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-BDL Hartford Bradley Intl

1h 27mnonstop

10:05 am - 11:30 amBDL Hartford Bradley Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

1h 25mnonstop

$429United Airlines

Fri, Nov 13 - Tue, Dec 15

3:17 pm - 8:25 pmDCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-BDL Hartford Bradley Intl

5h 08m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

5:35 am - 6:59 amBDL Hartford Bradley Intl-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

1h 24mnonstop

$429American Airlines

Sat, Nov 14 - Mon, Nov 16

9:45 am - 4:26 pmDCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-BDL Hartford Bradley Intl

6h 41m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

5:30 am - 11:29 amBDL Hartford Bradley Intl-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

5h 59m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$439Delta

Sat, Nov 14 - Sun, Nov 15

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10:00 am - 11:27 amDCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-BDL Hartford Bradley Intl

1h 27mnonstop

9:10 am - 10:57 amBDL Hartford Bradley Intl-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

1h 47mnonstop

$239American Airlines

Wed, Dec 9 - Sat, Dec 12

9:00 pm - 10:26 pmDCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-BDL Hartford Bradley Intl

1h 26mnonstop

6:28 am - 8:00 amBDL Hartford Bradley Intl-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

1h 32mnonstop

$239American Airlines

Sat, Dec 5 - Sat, Dec 12

12:38 pm - 2:05 pmDCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-BDL Hartford Bradley Intl

1h 27mnonstop

5:56 pm - 7:46 pmBDL Hartford Bradley Intl-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

1h 50mnonstop

$239American Airlines

Sat, Dec 5 - Sat, Dec 12

12:45 pm - 2:10 pmIAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-BDL Hartford Bradley Intl

1h 25mnonstop

6:00 am - 7:25 amBDL Hartford Bradley Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

1h 25mnonstop

$249United Airlines

Tue, Dec 8 - Tue, Dec 15

10:00 am - 11:27 amDCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-BDL Hartford Bradley Intl

1h 27mnonstop

5:15 am - 6:44 amBDL Hartford Bradley Intl-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

1h 29mnonstop

$249American Airlines

Tue, Dec 8 - Tue, Dec 15

9:00 pm - 10:26 pmDCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-BDL Hartford Bradley Intl

1h 26mnonstop

7:36 pm - 9:30 pmBDL Hartford Bradley Intl-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

1h 54mnonstop

$253American Airlines

Sat, Dec 5 - Mon, Dec 7

8:30 am - 10:07 amDCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-BDL Hartford Bradley Intl

1h 37mnonstop

7:36 pm - 9:30 pmBDL Hartford Bradley Intl-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

1h 54mnonstop

$254American Airlines

Thu, Dec 3 - Tue, Dec 8

9:00 pm - 10:26 pmDCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-BDL Hartford Bradley Intl

1h 26mnonstop

7:36 pm - 9:30 pmBDL Hartford Bradley Intl-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

1h 54mnonstop

$254American Airlines

Sat, Dec 5 - Mon, Dec 7

10:04 pm - 11:28 pmDCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-BDL Hartford Bradley Intl

1h 24mnonstop

7:33 pm - 9:30 pmBDL Hartford Bradley Intl-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

1h 57mnonstop

$254American Airlines

Wed, Dec 30 - Mon, Jan 4

12:45 pm - 2:10 pmIAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-BDL Hartford Bradley Intl

1h 25mnonstop

10:05 am - 11:30 amBDL Hartford Bradley Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

1h 25mnonstop

$269United Airlines

Mon, Dec 7 - Mon, Dec 14

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

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American Airlines

Dec 5

DCA9:00 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

1h 26m

BDL10:26 pmHartford Bradley Intl

Dec 12

BDL6:28 amHartford Bradley Intl

1h 32m

DCA8:00 amWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

$239

American Airlines

Dec 5

DCA2:59 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

5h 30m

1 stop

BDL8:29 pmHartford Bradley Intl

Dec 12

BDL9:10 amHartford Bradley Intl

1h 47m

DCA10:57 amWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

$249

American Airlines

Dec 5

DCA9:00 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

1h 26m

BDL10:26 pmHartford Bradley Intl

Dec 7

BDL7:36 pmHartford Bradley Intl

1h 54m

DCA9:30 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

$253

Delta flights from Washington, D.C. to Connecticut

Our best Delta deals on Washington, D.C. to Connecticut flight tickets

Delta

Dec 5

DCA9:45 amWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

6h 37m

1 stop

BDL4:22 pmHartford Bradley Intl

Dec 8

BDL5:09 pmHartford Bradley Intl

6h 25m

1 stop

DCA11:34 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

$259

Delta

Dec 8

IAD6:00 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

6h 06m

1 stop

BDL12:06 pmHartford Bradley Intl

Dec 15

BDL5:17 amHartford Bradley Intl

5h 25m

1 stop

IAD10:42 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$269

Delta

Dec 3

DCA9:45 amWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

6h 37m

1 stop

BDL4:22 pmHartford Bradley Intl

Dec 8

BDL5:09 pmHartford Bradley Intl

6h 25m

1 stop

DCA11:34 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

$274

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Washington, D.C.Hartford

DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - BDL Hartford Bradley Intl

DCABDL

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 12/9

10:00 am-11:27 am

Nonstop1h 27m

Hartford Bradley Intl

Sat 12/12

9:10 am-10:57 am

Nonstop1h 47m

$239

Washington, D.C.Hartford

DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - BDL Hartford Bradley Intl

DCABDL

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 12/5

9:00 pm-10:26 pm

Nonstop1h 26m

Hartford Bradley Intl

Sat 12/12

6:28 am-8:00 am

Nonstop1h 32m

$239

Washington, D.C.Hartford

DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - BDL Hartford Bradley Intl

DCABDL

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 12/5

12:38 pm-2:05 pm

Nonstop1h 27m

Hartford Bradley Intl

Sat 12/12

5:56 pm-7:46 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

$239

Quickest round-trip

Washington, D.C.Hartford

IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - BDL Hartford Bradley Intl

IADBDL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 12/8

12:45 pm-2:10 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

Hartford Bradley Intl

Tue 12/15

6:00 am-7:25 am

Nonstop1h 25m

$249

Washington, D.C.Hartford

DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - BDL Hartford Bradley Intl

DCABDL

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 12/5

2:59 pm-8:29 pm

1 stop5h 30m

Hartford Bradley Intl

Sat 12/12

9:10 am-10:57 am

Nonstop1h 47m

$249

Washington, D.C.Hartford

IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - BDL Hartford Bradley Intl

IADBDL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 12/5

11:30 am-4:22 pm

1 stop4h 52m

Hartford Bradley Intl

Sat 12/12

5:17 am-10:37 am

1 stop5h 20m

$259

Washington, D.C.Hartford

IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - BDL Hartford Bradley Intl

IADBDL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 12/2

11:30 am-4:22 pm

1 stop4h 52m

Hartford Bradley Intl

Sat 12/12

5:17 am-10:37 am

1 stop5h 20m

$259

Washington, D.C.Hartford

IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - BDL Hartford Bradley Intl

IADBDL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 12/2

11:30 am-4:22 pm

1 stop4h 52m

Hartford Bradley Intl

Sat 12/5

5:17 am-10:37 am

1 stop5h 20m

$259

Washington, D.C.Hartford

IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - BDL Hartford Bradley Intl

IADBDL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 12/5

6:00 am-12:06 pm

1 stop6h 06m

Hartford Bradley Intl

Tue 12/8

5:17 am-10:42 am

1 stop5h 25m

$259

Washington, D.C.Hartford

IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - BDL Hartford Bradley Intl

IADBDL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 12/7

12:45 pm-2:10 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

Hartford Bradley Intl

Mon 12/14

10:05 am-11:30 am

Nonstop1h 25m

$269

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

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Connecticut?

In general, May is the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. to Connecticut. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $302. If you aren’t able to travel to Connecticut during the month of May, then flying in January is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $310.

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

Fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl to Tweed-New Haven for the best Washington, D.C. - Connecticut flight prices

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

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Washington, D.C. to Connecticut 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 Washington, D.C. to Connecticut flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between Washington, D.C. to Connecticut.

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Best Price Found	$122
Fastest flight time	1h 10m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Connecticut	90 airports

The best one-way flight to Connecticut from Washington, D.C. in the past 72 hours is $122. The best round-trip flight deal from Washington, D.C. to Connecticut found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $239.

The fastest flight from Washington, D.C. to Connecticut takes 1h 10m

Direct flights go from Washington, D.C. to Connecticut every day.

There are 90 airports in Connecticut. From Washington, D.C. there are direct flights to Hartford Bradley Intl (BDL).

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Washington, D.C. to Connecticut

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Washington, D.C. to Connecticut?
Prices for flights from Washington, D.C. to Connecticut are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Washington, D.C. to Connecticut?
The number of operators available for flights from Washington, D.C. to Connecticut is 3 as of November 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Washington, D.C. to Connecticut?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Washington, D.C. to Connecticut.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Connecticut?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Connecticut may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Connecticut. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Washington, D.C. to Connecticut?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Washington, D.C. and Connecticut, the leading plane model is Airbus A319, making up 20.18% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet 700 with 12.57%, Boeing 737 MAX 8 with 11.14%, and Embraer 175 (Enhanced Winglets) with 10.40%.

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

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Avelo Airlines	PriceFrom $38	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 87 reviews	Search Avelo Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $211	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 10,471 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Southwest	PriceFrom $217	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 4,219 reviews	Search Southwest flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $219	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.0 12,228 reviews	Search American Airlines flights

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