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

JetBlue, Spirit Airlines, and Frontier are the most popular carriers operating from Washington, D.C. to Philadelphia

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

As of March 2026, there are 109 flights per week flying from Washington, D.C. to Philadelphia. The most common day of the week flights depart is Mon, with 15% of flights taking off on this day.

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

As of March 2026, 15 flights take off from Washington, D.C. and land in Philadelphia each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 4:00PM, with 84% of daily flights taking off in the afternoon.

What airlines fly to Philadelphia?

United Airlines, Delta and American Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Philadelphia from Washington, D.C. according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 40% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Philadelphia. Keep in mind that there are 5 different airlines that fly to Philadelphia on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How long does it take to fly to Philadelphia?

If you’re flying from a popular airport in Washington, D.C., such as Washington, D.C. or Baltimore, and flying into Philadelphia, then you can expect flight times to average 1h 15m and 4h 18m, respectively.

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

At 1h 15m, choosing to opt for a flight from Washington, D.C. to Philadelphia for this trip versus opting for a train from Washington, D.C. to Philadelphia or a bus from Washington, D.C. to Philadelphia can save you time on travel.

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

Prices for flights from Washington, D.C. to Philadelphia Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

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

The number of operators available for flights from Washington, D.C. to Philadelphia Airport is 2 as of March 2026.

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

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 Washington, D.C. to Philadelphia Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Philadelphia Airport?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Philadelphia Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Philadelphia Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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Q: What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Washington, D.C. and Philadelphia?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $303 to $510. The lowest price recently found on this route was $144.

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7:12 pm - 8:39 am

BWI

PHL

13h 27m

1 stop

7:56 pm - 4:40 pm

PHL

BWI

20h 44m

1 stop

$144Multiple Airlines

Tue, Apr 7 - Tue, Apr 14

9:21 pm - 9:49 am

BWI

PHL

12h 28m

1 stop

1:30 pm - 9:17 am

PHL

BWI

19h 47m

1 stop

$152Multiple Airlines

Mon, Apr 20 - Wed, Apr 22

6:05 am - 8:06 am

BWI

PHL

26h 01m

2 stops

4:30 pm - 9:17 am

PHL

BWI

16h 47m

1 stop

$179Frontier

Wed, Apr 8 - Wed, Apr 15

2:36 pm - 11:41 am

BWI

PHL

21h 05m

1 stop

5:32 pm - 8:43 am

PHL

BWI

15h 11m

1 stop

$180Frontier

Wed, Apr 15 - Fri, Apr 17

3:39 pm - 10:39 pm

DCA

PHL

7h 00m

1 stop

6:00 am - 9:49 am

PHL

DCA

3h 49m

1 stop

$201JetBlue

Wed, Apr 1 - Wed, Apr 8

4:59 pm - 9:59 pm

DCA

PHL

5h 00m

1 stop

6:00 am - 11:10 am

PHL

DCA

5h 10m

1 stop

$214JetBlue

Tue, Apr 28 - Sat, May 2

2:16 pm - 3:26 pm

DCA

PHL

1h 10mnonstop

3:20 pm - 4:42 pm

PHL

DCA

1h 22mnonstop

$219American Airlines

Wed, Apr 1 - Wed, Apr 8

12:55 pm - 2:10 pm

IAD

PHL

1h 15mnonstop

7:45 pm - 8:55 pm

PHL

IAD

1h 10mnonstop

$219United Airlines

Tue, Apr 7 - Tue, Apr 14

2:16 pm - 3:26 pm

DCA

PHL

1h 10mnonstop

3:20 pm - 4:42 pm

PHL

DCA

1h 22mnonstop

$234American Airlines

Wed, Apr 1 - Wed, Apr 8

12:55 pm - 2:10 pm

IAD

PHL

1h 15mnonstop

7:45 pm - 8:55 pm

PHL

IAD

1h 10mnonstop

$239United Airlines

Fri, Apr 10 - Sat, Apr 11

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

Our best Spirit Airlines deals on Washington, D.C. to Philadelphia flight tickets

Spirit Airlines

Apr 27

BWI5:21 pmBaltimore/Washington

16h 28m

2 stops

PHL9:49 amPhiladelphia

May 4

PHL3:23 pmPhiladelphia

17h 52m

2 stops

BWI9:15 amBaltimore/Washington

$285

Spirit Airlines

Apr 22

BWI5:30 amBaltimore/Washington

14h 21m

2 stops

PHL7:51 pmPhiladelphia

Apr 23

PHL6:12 pmPhiladelphia

15h 03m

1 stop

BWI9:15 amBaltimore/Washington

$295

Spirit Airlines

Apr 20

BWI10:10 amBaltimore/Washington

23h 39m

1 stop

PHL9:49 amPhiladelphia

Apr 24

PHL3:23 pmPhiladelphia

17h 52m

2 stops

BWI9:15 amBaltimore/Washington

$307

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

Our best American Airlines deals on Washington, D.C. to Philadelphia flight tickets

American Airlines

Apr 1

DCA2:16 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

1h 10m

PHL3:26 pmPhiladelphia

Apr 8

PHL3:20 pmPhiladelphia

1h 22m

DCA4:42 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

$219

American Airlines

Apr 1

DCA2:16 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

1h 10m

PHL3:26 pmPhiladelphia

Apr 8

PHL3:20 pmPhiladelphia

1h 22m

DCA4:42 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

$234

American Airlines

Apr 1

DCA2:16 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

1h 10m

PHL3:26 pmPhiladelphia

Apr 8

PHL7:35 pmPhiladelphia

4h 24m

1 stop

DCA11:59 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

$244

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Tue 4/7

7:12 pm-8:39 am

1 stop13h 27m

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Tue 4/14

7:56 pm-4:40 pm

1 stop20h 44m

$144

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Mon 4/20

9:21 pm-9:49 am

1 stop12h 28m

Philadelphia

Wed 4/22

1:30 pm-9:17 am

1 stop19h 47m

$152

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BWI - PHL

BWIPHL

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 4/8

6:05 am-8:06 am

2 stops26h 01m

Philadelphia

Wed 4/15

4:30 pm-9:17 am

1 stop16h 47m

$179

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BWI - PHL

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2:36 pm-11:41 am

1 stop21h 05m

Philadelphia

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5:32 pm-8:43 am

1 stop15h 11m

$180

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DCA - PHL

DCAPHL

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 4/1

3:39 pm-10:39 pm

1 stop7h 00m

Philadelphia

Wed 4/8

6:00 am-9:49 am

1 stop3h 49m

$201

Washington, D.C.Philadelphia

DCA - PHL

DCAPHL

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 4/28

4:59 pm-9:59 pm

1 stop5h 00m

Philadelphia

Sat 5/2

6:00 am-11:10 am

1 stop5h 10m

$214

Washington, D.C.Philadelphia

DCA - PHL

DCAPHL

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 4/1

2:16 pm-3:26 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

Philadelphia

Wed 4/8

3:20 pm-4:42 pm

Nonstop1h 22m

$219

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IAD - PHL

IADPHL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 4/7

12:55 pm-2:10 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

Philadelphia

Tue 4/14

7:45 pm-8:55 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

$219

Washington, D.C.Philadelphia

DCA - PHL

DCAPHL

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 4/1

2:16 pm-3:26 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

Philadelphia

Wed 4/8

3:20 pm-4:42 pm

Nonstop1h 22m

$234

Washington, D.C.Philadelphia

IAD - PHL

IADPHL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 4/10

12:55 pm-2:10 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

Philadelphia

Sat 4/11

7:45 pm-8:55 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

$239

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Washington, D.C. and Philadelphia?

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Philadelphia?

The cheapest day to depart from Washington, D.C. to Philadelphia is on a Friday. Travelers who choose to depart for Philadelphia on a Friday will often find tickets for as low as $492. On the other hand, Wednesday is the most expensive day to depart from Washington, D.C. because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travelers. As a result, prices tend to be around $673.

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

According to our data, the cheapest time of day to fly to Philadelphia is at noon. momondo users have found flights departing from Washington, D.C. to Philadelphia at noon for as low as $509. Keep in mind that these prices may fluctuate based on what airline you choose and the time of year you plan to travel. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Philadelphia is in the afternoon when prices are around $748.

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

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

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

You could potentially save up to 59% on your flight if you consider stops on a Washington, D.C. to Philadelphia flight.

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

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Best Price Found	$183
Fastest flight time	1h 10m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Philadelphia	1 airport

The best one-way flight to Philadelphia from Washington, D.C. in the past 72 hours is $183. The best round-trip flight deal from Washington, D.C. to Philadelphia found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $338.

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

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

There is 1 airport in Philadelphia. From Washington, D.C. there are direct flights to Philadelphia (PHL).

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Is flying the fastest way to get from Washington, D.C. to Philadelphia?
At 1h 15m, choosing to opt for a flight from Washington, D.C. to Philadelphia for this trip versus opting for a train from Washington, D.C. to Philadelphia or a bus from Washington, D.C. to Philadelphia can save you time on travel.
How far is Washington, D.C. to Philadelphia by plane?
There are 123.7 mi between Washington, D.C. and Philadelphia. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 1h 10m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Washington, D.C. to Philadelphia Airport?
Prices for flights from Washington, D.C. to Philadelphia Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Washington, D.C. to Philadelphia Airport?
The number of operators available for flights from Washington, D.C. to Philadelphia Airport is 2 as of March 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Washington, D.C. to Philadelphia Airport?
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 Washington, D.C. to Philadelphia Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Philadelphia Airport?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Philadelphia Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Philadelphia Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
What is the most popular plane model from Washington, D.C. to Philadelphia?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Washington, D.C. and Philadelphia, the leading plane model is Airbus A321neo, making up 12.55% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Boeing 737 MAX 8 with 6.81%, Boeing 737 MAX 9 with 4.47%, and Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet CRJ-550 with 4.47%.
What is the most popular airline from Washington, D.C. to Philadelphia?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from Washington, D.C. to Philadelphia is American Airlines, representing 58% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airline is United Airlines at 42%.

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

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
American Airlines	PriceFrom $179	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,467 reviews		Search American Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $179	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,428 reviews		Search United Airlines flights

United Airlines Flights From Washington, D.C. to Philadelphia
United Airlines flies from Washington, D.C. to Philadelphia around 19 times per week, with 9,428 momondo users rating the airline 7.4/10. The cheapest United Airlines deal from Washington, D.C. to Philadelphia in the last 72 hours was $179 (round-trip), much lower than the average airfare cost of $457 for United Airlines flights on this route.
American Airlines Flights From Washington, D.C. to Philadelphia
American Airlines (7.1/10 from 11,467 reviews) operates around 14 flights from Washington, D.C. to Philadelphia in any given week. The average American Airlines airfare for this route is around $437, with deals from around $179 rare but found on momondo. Referenced prices are for round-trip Washington, D.C. to Philadelphia flight searches in the last 72 hours.

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