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Cheapest return flight
£132
Typical prices: £116-£256
Frontier
Sun 28/10Sun 4/11
LGA - IAD • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
£206
Typical prices: £116-£252
United Airlines
Sun 7/10Mon 8/10
LGA - IAD • Direct
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You can fly direct with United Airlines and Delta. Average duration is 1h 28m
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Cheapest • 17% average savings
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Most punctual • 82% on-time
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Cheapest • 28% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg £146 (return)
Shortest trip • 4h 23m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from New York to Dulles Intl (NYC-IAD)

 
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Recent return flight deals from New York to Dulles Intl

Wed, 28 Oct - Wed, 4 Nov
Frontier Logo
17:30 - 23:43LGA  New York LaGuardia-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
6h 13m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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08:05 - 16:01IAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-LGA New York LaGuardia
7h 56m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
£132Frontier
Tue, 20 Oct - Tue, 27 Oct
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06:10 - 17:13LGA  New York LaGuardia-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
11h 03m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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08:05 - 16:01IAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-LGA New York LaGuardia
7h 56m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
£149Frontier
Wed, 14 Oct - Wed, 21 Oct
Frontier Logo
06:10 - 17:13LGA  New York LaGuardia-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
11h 03m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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07:50 - 16:14IAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-LGA New York LaGuardia
8h 24m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
£162Frontier
Mon, 26 Oct - Mon, 2 Nov
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22:29 - 17:12EWR  Newark-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
18h 43m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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07:40 - 21:19IAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-EWR Newark
13h 39m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
£171Frontier
Mon, 26 Oct - Mon, 2 Nov
Frontier Logo
06:30 - 17:13LGA  New York LaGuardia-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
10h 43m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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07:40 - 16:01IAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-LGA New York LaGuardia
8h 21m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
£186Frontier
Wed, 14 Oct - Wed, 21 Oct
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22:29 - 10:17EWR  Newark-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
11h 48m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Orlando
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11:12 - 01:02IAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-EWR Newark
13h 50m1 stop Orlando
£206Frontier
Wed, 7 Oct - Thu, 8 Oct
United Airlines Logo
14:59 - 16:30LGA  New York LaGuardia-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
1h 31mdirect
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22:10 - 23:30IAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-LGA New York LaGuardia
1h 20mdirect
£206United Airlines
Tue, 29 Sep - Fri, 2 Oct
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14:59 - 16:30LGA  New York LaGuardia-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
1h 31mdirect
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22:10 - 23:30IAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-LGA New York LaGuardia
1h 20mdirect
£209United Airlines
Fri, 25 Sep - Sun, 27 Sep
United Airlines Logo
06:00 - 07:23LGA  New York LaGuardia-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
1h 23mdirect
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22:10 - 23:30IAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-LGA New York LaGuardia
1h 20mdirect
£212United Airlines
Tue, 20 Oct - Sun, 25 Oct
United Airlines Logo
10:25 - 11:55LGA  New York LaGuardia-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
1h 30mdirect
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08:15 - 09:43IAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-LGA New York LaGuardia
1h 28mdirect
£217United Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for New York to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flights

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How much is a return flight from New York to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

Return flights from New York to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport start at £132. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from £116 to £256. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £132 on Frontier.

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

New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (JFK) to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (IAD) is the cheapest New York to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport route, averaging £146 return. Other New York to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport routes average £190, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from New York to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from New York to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport and is 27% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 52% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

  • October is the cheapest month to fly from New York to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport at £123 return.
  • June (£234) and July (£233) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 89% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from New York to Dulles Intl

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Our travel experts
Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on United Airlines, EWR and IAD

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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Jessica Macdonald

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Currently based in Scotland after living in South Africa and the United States, Jessica has been writing travel and aviation content for more than 10 years. She regularly contributes to Travel + Leisure and TripSavvy, and has had work published by Condé Nast Traveller and The Independent. She has travelled to more than 50 countries across six continents.

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Laura Ratliff

Expert on Virgin Atlantic

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.

Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on LGA and JFK

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.

Key details for New York to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

£78
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 32% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 13% lower on average.
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Your New York to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on New York to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flights?

    Among airlines operating New York to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flights:

    • United Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • Delta: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • JetBlue: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines are available on the route from New York to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    2 airlines operate flights between New York and Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

    • United Airlines
    • Delta

  • Which airports can I use when flying from New York to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    Flights from New York to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport may depart from several airports in New York area, including Newark (EWR), New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) and New York LaGuardia (LGA). Flights usually arrive at Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on New York to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • Delta: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • JetBlue: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so travellers should check the fare details before booking.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from New York to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from New York to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport.

  • How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from New York to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average £146 return via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW), compared with £171 for direct.

  • What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from New York to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge £26–£67 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from New York to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from New York to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) – 67% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) – 22% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) – 11% of one-stop connections

    Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from New York to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    On the New York to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 52%. Saturday is the cheapest day at £127 return on average, while Monday is the most expensive at £263 – a £136 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed on the route from New York to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the New York to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport route, 18% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2 hours 8 minutes.

  • How are flight departures from New York to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on New York to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flights, with 46% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 27%, Evening flights for 18%, and Night flights for 9%.

  • What popular places can I visit in Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport are Union Station, Capital One Arena, and Charles Sumner School Museum and Archives. These are among the most viewed places in Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport on KAYAK.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from New York to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from New York to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport:

    • Earliest: departs at 06:00 and lands at 07:28
    • Latest: departs at 22:00 and lands at 23:28.

    The flight takes about 1h 28m.

  • How long is a flight from New York to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    A direct flight from New York to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport takes 1h 28m, covering 222 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from New York to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • Have flight prices from New York to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about £132 to £846. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from New York to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from New York to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £105, which is 11% below the typical average for this route.

  • How does Delta's on-time performance compare to other airlines on New York to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flights?

    Delta is the only airline operating New York to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flights. 82% of its flights are on time.

  • How do delay rates compare for morning and evening flights from New York to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route. Delays tend to pile up throughout the day as one late flight pushes the next, so earlier departures are usually more reliable.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from New York to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    Flying via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 4h 23m, compared to 10h 58m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and 11h 40m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

  • Which car hire options are available at Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (IAD)?

    Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (IAD) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around £18 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Dollar
    • Budget
    • Hertz
    • Sixt
    • Thrifty

  • How much should I expect to pay for a New York to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flight?

    Return flights from New York to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport range from £116 to £256, with an average of £172 over the past 12 months. Anything below £116 counts as a good deal.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on New York to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flights?

    Two airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on New York to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flights:

    • • Delta
    • • JetBlue

    Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty programme, while others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

Your guide to booking New York to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Saturday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Saturday flights average £127 – about £136 less than Monday (52% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your New York to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport trip for October. Fares historically average £123 return in that month – typically £111 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Dallas/Fort Worth Airport (DFW) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest stopover option averages £146 return on this route – about £25 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).

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

 
Find which airlines fly direct from New York to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

New York to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Monday

Delta,United Airlines

Delta,United Airlines

Tuesday

Delta,United Airlines

Delta,United Airlines

Wednesday

Delta,United Airlines

Delta,United Airlines

Thursday

Delta,United Airlines

Delta,United Airlines

Friday

Delta,United Airlines

Delta,United Airlines

Saturday

Delta,United Airlines

Delta,United Airlines

Sunday

Delta,United Airlines

Delta,United Airlines

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Direct returns

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl to New York

Monday

Delta,United Airlines

Delta,United Airlines

Tuesday

Delta,United Airlines

Delta,United Airlines

Wednesday

Delta,United Airlines

Delta,United Airlines

Thursday

Delta,United Airlines

Delta,United Airlines

Friday

Delta,United Airlines

Delta,United Airlines

Saturday

Delta,United Airlines

Delta,United Airlines

Sunday

Delta,United Airlines

Delta,United Airlines

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