Cheap flights from Phoenix to Washington, D.C.
Flights overview
Prices shown are for one adult in Economy class flights from Zürich to New York. This includes the cheapest Business class options where available.
Prices reflect the lowest available in the next three months, though they are subject to change and availability.
Last-minute deals apply to the cheapest weekend trips available in the next seven days, with weekend trips being flights departing between Thursday and Saturday and returning on Sunday or Monday.
Flight duration shown is based on nonstop flights or those with the fewest stops available.
Prices reflect the lowest available in the next three months, though they are subject to change and availability.
Last-minute deals apply to the cheapest weekend trips available in the next seven days, with weekend trips being flights departing between Thursday and Saturday and returning on Sunday or Monday.
Flight duration shown is based on nonstop flights or those with the fewest stops available.
Useful information for finding cheap flights from Phoenix to Washington, D.C. and booking your next trip
| Cheapest round-trip flights | $209 | Frontier1 stop22 hrMon, Apr 27 — Tue, May 5 | The cheapest round-trip flight from Phoenix to Washington, D.C. is currently $209 | |
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| Cheapest one-way flight | $96 | Frontier1 stop27 hrWed, May 6 | The cheapest one-way flight from Phoenix to Washington, D.C. is currently $96 | |
| Cheapest nonstop flights | $389 | SouthwestNonstop5 hrSat, Apr 25 — Sat, May 2 | The cheapest nonstop round-trip flight from Phoenix to Washington, D.C. is currently $389 | |
| Last-minute weekend getaway | $325 | United1 stop8 hrFri, Mar 20 — Mon, Mar 23 | The cheapest last-minute weekend getaway from Phoenix to Washington, D.C. is currently $325 | |
| Cheapest business class flights | $448 | Frontier1 stop13 hrFri, Apr 24 — Fri, May 1 | The cheapest business class round-trip flight from Phoenix to Washington, D.C. is currently $448 | |
| Fastest flight | 4 hr 5 min | The fastest nonstop flight from Phoenix to Washington, D.C. takes 4 hr 5 min | ||
| Nonstop flights | Every day | There are direct flights on this route every day. |
When is the cheapest time to fly?
Typical prices for the least expensive flights for 1-week trips from Phoenix to Washington, D.C. per month. Insights are based on fares observed in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ.
The cheapest month to fly from Phoenix to Washington, D.C. is typically September. The most expensive month to fly is typically March.
January
Prices in January are usually between $180 and $285.
Popular airlines from Phoenix to Washington, D.C.
Popularity is based on the number of weekly nonstop and connecting flights the airline operates. Connecting flights do not include interline routes.
Flight suggestions are based on an airline's cheapest round-trip fares from Phoenix to Washington, D.C. in the next 3 months. Prices include required taxes + fees for one adult. Optional charges and bag fees may apply.
Typical prices are based on fares observed in the past year for one-week round trips with the same origin, destination, and airline.
- SouthwestNonstopfrom $399Typical price: $305–55033 weekly nonstop flightsPHX - BWI, IADEvery day2195 weekly connecting flightsPHX - BWI, DCA, IADEvery day
- AmericanNonstopfrom $339Typical price: $265–43521 weekly nonstop flightsPHX - DCAEvery day1336 weekly connecting flightsPHX - BWI, DCA, IADEvery day
- UnitedNonstopfrom $292Typical price: $255–45021 weekly nonstop flightsPHX - IADEvery day908 weekly connecting flightsPHX - BWI, DCA, IADEvery day
- Deltafrom $277Typical price: $275–550779 weekly connecting flightsPHX - BWI, DCA, IADEvery day
- Alaskafrom $289Typical price: $330–71097 weekly connecting flightsPHX - BWI, DCA, IADEvery day
- Frontierfrom $209Typical price: $190–38078 weekly connecting flightsPHX - BWI, DCA, IADEvery day
Popular airports near Phoenix
Distance and driving time are relative to the city center. Airports are listed based on distance from Phoenix center and popularity with travelers.
- Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX)PhoenixUnited States12 min3 mi
- Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA)PhoenixUnited States41 min25 mi
- Tucson International Airport (TUS)TucsonUnited States1 hr 53 min112 mi
- Scottsdale Airport (SCF)PhoenixUnited States31 min15 mi
Popular airports near Washington, D.C.
Distance and driving time are relative to the city center. Airports are listed based on distance from Washington, D.C. center and popularity with travelers.
- Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)WashingtonUnited States17 min4 mi
- Dulles International Airport (IAD)WashingtonUnited States53 min22 mi
- Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) (BWI)BaltimoreUnited States48 min27 mi
- Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)PhiladelphiaUnited States2 hr 19 min116 mi
Frequently asked questions about flying from Phoenix to Washington, D.C.
The cheapest flights from Phoenix to Washington, D.C. are usually in September. Typical ticket prices in September range from $160 to $260.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Phoenix to Washington, D.C. recently found on Google Flights was with Frontier from $209. The cheapest one-way flight was with Frontier from $96.
Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
- The cheapest Southwest flight from Phoenix to Washington, D.C. is $399, flying from May 2 to May 9.
- The cheapest American flight from Phoenix to Washington, D.C. is $339, flying from May 1 to May 9.
- The cheapest United flight from Phoenix to Washington, D.C. is $292, flying from Apr 17 to Apr 23.
- The cheapest Delta flight from Phoenix to Washington, D.C. is $277, flying from Apr 23 to May 1.
- The cheapest Alaska flight from Phoenix to Washington, D.C. is $289, flying from Apr 25 to May 3.
- The cheapest Frontier flight from Phoenix to Washington, D.C. is $209, flying from Apr 27 to May 5.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Phoenix to Washington, D.C. starts at $209 from Mon, Apr 27 to Tue, May 5. The cheapest one-way flight starts at $96 and departs on Wed, May 6.
4 hr 5 min is the shortest flight time from Phoenix to Washington, D.C..
Mid-Mar–Jun is Washington DC's busiest time, with many people timing their visits to coincide with cherry blossom season (late Mar–mid Apr). Washington DC’s conference centers and hotels also bustle while Congress is in session (Sep–Nov and mid-Jan–Jun). Jul–Aug tend to be hot and humid, while snowfall can vary widely in winter. The city’s most popular events are the annual Cherry Blossom Festival in spring, the 4th of July celebration in summer, and the lighting of the National Christmas Tree in winter.
It's easy to use Google Flights to find the cheapest days to fly from Phoenix to Washington, D.C..
Just click the Departure label near the top of the page to open the calendar. Choose a start date and a return date to see how the round-trip fare changes on those specific days.
Adjust the trip type to see one-way fares. The cheapest available flights are highlighted and easy to spot. Once you settle on dates, click the Search button to see flight options and book the deal.
You can also turn on price tracking to get alerts if the price changes for a route or flight.
Just click the Departure label near the top of the page to open the calendar. Choose a start date and a return date to see how the round-trip fare changes on those specific days.
Adjust the trip type to see one-way fares. The cheapest available flights are highlighted and easy to spot. Once you settle on dates, click the Search button to see flight options and book the deal.
You can also turn on price tracking to get alerts if the price changes for a route or flight.
What counts as the best airline for your flights from Phoenix to Washington, D.C. really depends on your individual needs. You may have a favorite carrier or a loyalty program you like, but price, convenience, and airports served also come into play. Flexibility and booking terms – Can you change flights if you want to stay longer or get a refund if you have to postpone your trip? – are also factors that help determine which airline is best to fly from Phoenix to Washington, D.C..
In terms of nonstop flights, Southwest is the most popular. Southwest offers 33 nonstop flights and 2,195 connecting flights per week. Southwest flies from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) to Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) (BWI), Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), Dulles International Airport (IAD).
Other popular airlines flying from Phoenix to Washington, D.C. are:
In terms of nonstop flights, Southwest is the most popular. Southwest offers 33 nonstop flights and 2,195 connecting flights per week. Southwest flies from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) to Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) (BWI), Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), Dulles International Airport (IAD).
Other popular airlines flying from Phoenix to Washington, D.C. are:
- American offers 21 nonstop flights and 1,336 connecting flights per week. American flies from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) to Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) (BWI), Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), Dulles International Airport (IAD).
- United offers 21 nonstop flights and 908 connecting flights per week. United flies from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) to Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) (BWI), Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), Dulles International Airport (IAD).
- Delta offers 779 connecting flights per week. Delta flies from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) to Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) (BWI), Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), Dulles International Airport (IAD).
- Alaska offers 97 connecting flights per week. Alaska flies from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) to Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) (BWI), Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), Dulles International Airport (IAD).
- Frontier offers 78 connecting flights per week. Frontier flies from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) to Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) (BWI), Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), Dulles International Airport (IAD).
The cheapest round-trip flight from Phoenix to Washington, D.C. recently found on Google Flights was with Frontier from $209. The cheapest one-way flight was with Frontier from $96.
Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
- The cheapest Southwest flight from Phoenix to Washington, D.C. is $399, flying from May 2 to May 9.
- The cheapest American flight from Phoenix to Washington, D.C. is $339, flying from May 1 to May 9.
- The cheapest United flight from Phoenix to Washington, D.C. is $292, flying from Apr 17 to Apr 23.
- The cheapest Delta flight from Phoenix to Washington, D.C. is $277, flying from Apr 23 to May 1.
- The cheapest Alaska flight from Phoenix to Washington, D.C. is $289, flying from Apr 25 to May 3.
- The cheapest Frontier flight from Phoenix to Washington, D.C. is $209, flying from Apr 27 to May 5.
Southwest, American and United fly direct from Phoenix to Washington, D.C..
- There are 33 Southwest direct flights from Phoenix to Washington, D.C. per week. Flights are available every day.
- There are 21 American direct flights from Phoenix to Washington, D.C. per week. Flights are available every day.
- There are 21 United direct flights from Phoenix to Washington, D.C. per week. Flights are available every day.
The cheapest last-minute deal between Phoenix and Washington, D.C. at price $325 is offered by United from Fri, Mar 20 to Mon, Mar 23.
Southwest, American and United fly direct from Phoenix to Washington, D.C..
- There are 33 Southwest direct flights from Phoenix to Washington, D.C. per week. Flights are available every day.
- There are 21 American direct flights from Phoenix to Washington, D.C. per week. Flights are available every day.
- There are 21 United direct flights from Phoenix to Washington, D.C. per week. Flights are available every day.
There are direct flights from Phoenix to Washington, D.C. on a daily basis.
The cheapest direct (nonstop) round-trip flights between Phoenix and Washington, D.C. start at $389 from Sat, Apr 25 to Sat, May 2 with Southwest.
It's easy to find nonstop flights with Google Flights! Once you've searched for flights from Phoenix to Washington, D.C., just select the nonstop flights only option in the 'Stops’ filter in the search form and view all available direct flights and their prices.
The cheapest business class round-trip flights between Phoenix and Washington, D.C. start at $448 from Fri, Apr 24 to Fri, May 1 with Frontier.
The cheapest economy class round-trip flights between Phoenix and Washington, D.C. start at $209 from Mon, Apr 27 to Tue, May 5.
To book business class trips from Phoenix to Washington, D.C., look for the default Economy selection at the top, and change it to your desired cabin class such as Premium Economy, Business Class, or First Class. You can then select your departure and arrival dates, consider available options, and book your business travel.
You can also adjust the trip type to view one-way fares.
You can also adjust the trip type to view one-way fares.
The best last-minute getaway deal for the next weekend between Phoenix and Washington, D.C. starts at $325 from Fri, Mar 20 to Mon, Mar 23 with United.
The cheapest last-minute deal between Phoenix and Washington, D.C. at price $325 is offered by United from Fri, Mar 20 to Mon, Mar 23.
To find last-minute flight deals from Phoenix to Washington, D.C., start by entering the city names, select the desired departure and return dates, and hit the Search button to view flight options.
You can check for last-minute flights for the same day or adjust the trip type to see one-way fares.
You can check for last-minute flights for the same day or adjust the trip type to see one-way fares.
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Prices include required taxes + fees for 1 adult. Optional charges and bag fees may apply.
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