JFK - WAS

£48 Find Cheap Flights from New York to Washington, D.C.

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from New York to Washington, D.C. departing on 13/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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KAYAK searches hundreds of travel sites at once for deals on flights to Washington, D.C.

 
These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from New York to Washington, D.C., as well as popular online travel agencies
These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from New York to Washington, D.C., as well as popular online travel agencies
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Everything you should know

Cheapest return fare
£94
Typical prices: £239-£326
JetBlue
Mon 12/1Mon 19/1
JFK - DCA • Direct
Cheapest one-way flight
£49
Typical prices: £110-£222
Delta
Tue 13/1
JFK - DCA • Direct
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Delta offers free Wi-Fi for SkyMiles members.
DCA is just 4 miles from downtown D.C. for easy access.
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Cheapest • 2% average savings
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June
Cheapest • 23% price drop
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Cheap Flights from New York to Washington, D.C. (JFK-WAS)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from New York to Washington, D.C. that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent return flight deals from New York to Washington, D.C.

Mon, 12 Jan - Mon, 19 Jan
JetBlue Logo
21:45 - 22:59
JFK
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DCA
1h 14mdirect
JetBlue Logo
06:00 - 07:14
DCA
-
JFK
1h 14mdirect
£94JetBlue
Thu, 8 Jan - Sun, 11 Jan
Delta Logo
14:59 - 16:29
JFK
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DCA
1h 30mdirect
Delta Logo
11:10 - 12:32
DCA
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JFK
1h 22mdirect
£96Delta
Thu, 8 Jan - Sun, 11 Jan
Delta Logo
21:15 - 22:48
JFK
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DCA
1h 33mdirect
Delta Logo
17:00 - 18:39
DCA
-
JFK
1h 39mdirect
£97Delta
Mon, 12 Jan - Mon, 19 Jan
JetBlue Logo
06:45 - 11:09
JFK
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DCA
4h 24m1 stop
JetBlue Logo
06:00 - 07:14
DCA
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JFK
1h 14mdirect
£99JetBlue
Wed, 28 Jan - Wed, 4 Feb
JetBlue Logo
14:18 - 18:49
JFK
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DCA
4h 31m1 stop
JetBlue Logo
06:00 - 07:14
DCA
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JFK
1h 14mdirect
£100JetBlue
Tue, 27 Jan - Fri, 30 Jan
Frontier Logo
13:00 - 00:21
JFK
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BWI
11h 21m1 stop
Frontier Logo
18:17 - 09:07
BWI
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JFK
14h 50m1 stop
£117Frontier
Tue, 27 Jan - Fri, 30 Jan
Multiple Airlines Logo
13:00 - 00:21
JFK
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BWI
11h 21m1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
13:00 - 01:03
BWI
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JFK
12h 03m2 stops
£131Multiple Airlines
Wed, 28 Jan - Wed, 4 Feb
Multiple Airlines Logo
16:25 - 23:47
JFK
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BWI
7h 22m1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
08:00 - 15:27
BWI
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JFK
7h 27m1 stop
£185Multiple Airlines
Mon, 5 Jan - Tue, 6 Jan
Alaska Airlines Logo
07:00 - 05:44
JFK
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BWI
22h 44m1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
19:00 - 07:59
BWI
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JFK
12h 59m1 stop
£562Alaska Airlines
Thu, 2 Apr - Mon, 6 Apr
Alaska Airlines Logo
18:29 - 18:02
JFK
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BWI
23h 33m1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
18:55 - 07:14
BWI
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JFK
12h 19m1 stop
£592Alaska Airlines
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for New York to Washington, D.C. flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from New York to Washington, D.C. to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. flight route?

Data is based on round-trip flight searches on KAYAK over the past month.

The cheapest return flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. costs £174 on the route between New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (JFK) and Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport (DCA). Over the past month, this route was, on average, 2% cheaper than other New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport-Washington, D.C. routes. It is also the most popular route.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from New York to Washington, D.C.?

The average price of all round-trip flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

If your flying dates are flexible, you should consider flying to Washington, D.C. on a Monday, as we generally find the cheapest rates on that day for this route. On the other hand, Tuesday is the most expensive day to fly from New York to Washington, D.C.. For your return ticket, we recommend flying on a Saturday and avoiding Mondays for the best deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Washington, D.C.?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Washington, D.C., removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. is June, where tickets cost £103 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are February and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is £166 and £165 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a stopover from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Washington, D.C.?

The average return price for all direct flights, flights with one stopover, and flights with two stopovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

No, with an average price for the route of £203, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from New York to Washington, D.C.

 
AI-powered summary based on content written by travel experts. AI can make mistakes.
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Airlines
American Airlines

Consider Basic Economy for budget travel with hand luggage and no seat assignment until check-in.


Use the 'Track your bag' tool and a tracking tag for checked luggage peace of mind.

Delta

Free Wi-Fi for SkyMiles members on domestic flights; sign up onboard if needed.


Delta One offers lie-flat seats for maximum comfort on longer flights.

Virgin Atlantic

Economy Delight offers priority boarding and extra legroom for a slightly elevated experience.


Enjoy complimentary meals and beverages across all cabins, with high-quality food options.

Airports
JFK

To avoid traffic at JFK, consider being dropped off at the AirTrain station at Lefferts Boulevard. The AirTrain ride to terminals is free.

DCA

DCA is just 4 miles from downtown D.C., making it the most convenient airport for quick access to the city.

IAD

The Silver Line Metro connects IAD to downtown D.C., taking about 50 minutes. It's a cost-effective way to reach the city.

Our travel experts
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Harriet Baskas

Expert on American Airlines and JFK

Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, The Points Guy, and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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Stefanie Waldek

Expert on Delta, DCA and IAD

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Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or out at sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

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Laura Ratliff

Expert on Virgin Atlantic

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Laura Ratliff

Laura Ratliff is a New York-based writer and editor. She lives in downtown Brooklyn with her husband and their beloved dogs. Originally from Texas, she now considers New York City her home. She typically spends more than 200,000 miles on a plane each year and stays in plenty of hotels.

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Good to know - Cheap tickets from New York to Washington, D.C.

Low seasonJanuary
Best time to beat the crowds (12% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (11% more expensive on average)

When to book flights from New York to Washington, D.C.

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from New York to Washington, D.C. based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated return price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking New York to Washington, D.C. flights

  • What is the cheapest flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Washington, D.C.?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. was £48 for a one-way ticket and £94 for a return.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from New York to Washington, D.C.?

    JetBlue, American Airlines, Delta, SWISS, and United Airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the New York to Washington, D.C. flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from New York to Washington, D.C.?

    The Embraer 175 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the New York to Washington, D.C. flight route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from New York to Washington, D.C.?

    There are direct flights from New York to Washington, D.C. on a daily basis.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from New York to Washington, D.C.?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from New York to Washington, D.C..

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from New York to Washington, D.C.?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Washington, D.C. from New York is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from New York to Washington, D.C.?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Washington, D.C. with an airline and back to New York with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from New York to Washington, D.C.?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Washington, D.C. from New York up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Washington, D.C.

  • Looking for a cheap flight from Washington, D.C. to New York? 25% of our users found flights on this route for £35 or less one-way and £174 or less round-trip.

Prefer to fly direct from New York to Washington, D.C.?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from New York John F Kennedy Intl to Washington, D.C..
Find which airlines fly direct from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Washington, D.C., which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

New York John F Kennedy Intl to Washington, D.C.

Monday

American Airlines, Delta, JetBlue

American Airlines, Delta, +1 more

Tuesday

American Airlines, Delta, JetBlue

American Airlines, Delta, +1 more

Wednesday

American Airlines, Delta, JetBlue

American Airlines, Delta, +1 more

Thursday

American Airlines, Delta, JetBlue

American Airlines, Delta, +1 more

Friday

American Airlines, Delta, JetBlue

American Airlines, Delta, +1 more

Saturday

American Airlines, Delta, JetBlue

American Airlines, Delta, +1 more

Sunday

American Airlines, Delta, JetBlue

American Airlines, Delta, +1 more

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Direct returns

Washington, D.C. to New York John F Kennedy Intl

Monday

American Airlines, Delta, JetBlue

American Airlines, Delta, +1 more

Tuesday

American Airlines, Delta, JetBlue

American Airlines, Delta, +1 more

Wednesday

American Airlines, Delta, JetBlue

American Airlines, Delta, +1 more

Thursday

American Airlines, Delta, JetBlue

American Airlines, Delta, +1 more

Friday

American Airlines, Delta, JetBlue

American Airlines, Delta, +1 more

Saturday

American Airlines, Delta, JetBlue

American Airlines, Delta, +1 more

Sunday

American Airlines, Delta, JetBlue

American Airlines, Delta, +1 more

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Everything you need to know for your flight from New York to Washington, D.C.

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