How long does a flight from Washington, D.C. to Boston take?

The duration of a direct flight to Boston from Washington, D.C. is typically 1h 35m . The journey crosses a distance of 396 miles.

How many flights are there between Washington, D.C. and Boston per day?

Each day, there are between 28 and 45 direct flights that take off from Washington, D.C. and land in Boston, with an average flight time of 1h 37m. The most common departure time is 10:00 and most flights take off in the morning. Each week, there are 295 flights. The most frequent day of departure is Monday, when 15% of all weekly flights depart. The fewest flights depart on a Saturday.

What is the cheapest flight from Washington, D.C. to Boston?

In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Washington, D.C. to Boston was £44 for a one-way ticket and £104 for a return.

Which airlines fly most frequently between Washington, D.C. and Boston?

Washington, D.C. and Boston are connected by different airlines. The airlines that fly that route the most regularly are Delta (89 flights per week), American Airlines (67 flights per week), and JetBlue (59 flights per week).

Which airports will I be using when flying from Washington, D.C. to Boston?

On your way to Boston, you’ll fly out from one of these Washington, D.C. airports: Washington, D.C. Reagan-National or Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl. You’ll be landing at Boston Logan Intl.

What’s the earliest departure time from Washington, D.C. to Boston?

Early birds can take the earliest flight from Washington, D.C. at 05:59 and will be landing in Boston at 07:49.

What’s the latest departure time from Washington, D.C. to Boston?

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from Washington, D.C. to Boston jets off at 23:15 and lands at 00:45.

Which airlines fly direct between Washington, D.C. and Boston?

There are 2 airlines that fly direct from Washington, D.C. to Boston. They are Delta and JetBlue . The cheapest airline for this route is Delta, with the best return deal found costing £103. On average, the best prices for this route can be found at Delta.

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

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

Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Washington, D.C. to Boston?

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

On which days can I fly direct from Washington, D.C. to Boston?

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

What is the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. to Boston?

The cheapest month for flights from Washington, D.C. to Boston is January , where tickets cost £158 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is £256 and £252 respectively.

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

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 Washington, D.C. to Boston.

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

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

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

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 Boston with an airline and back to Washington, D.C. with another airline.

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

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 Boston from Washington, D.C. up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

How often are flights from Washington, D.C. to Boston delayed?

Weekly flights between Washington, D.C. and Boston historically see delays in approximately 21% of cases , with the average delay over the past year being 132 minutes.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Washington, D.C. to Boston flights?

Based on our data, United Airlines have experienced the fewest delays on this route in the past 12 months, with only about 16% of their flights encountering any delays.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Statistically, Saturday is the day of the week with the fewest delays on this flight route, while Sunday has typically experienced more delays than other days.

What is the most punctual flight time for Washington, D.C. to Boston flights?

Typically, flights leaving in the morning tend to face fewer delays, whereas flights in the evening have historically encountered delays more often.

Which cabin class options are there for flights between Washington, D.C. and Boston?

There are 2 cabin class options for the route. These are Economy and Prem Economy . Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Boston?

In the past 5 days, the cheapest return tickets from Washington, D.C. to Boston were found on JetBlue (£104) and United Airlines (£105).

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

The absolute cheapest return flight from Washington, D.C. to Boston costs £223 on the route between Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport (DCA) and Boston (BOS). However, over the past month, flights between Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (IAD) and Boston (BOS) were, on average, 32% cheaper than other Washington, D.C.-Boston routes. The most popular route is between Baltimore (BWI) and Boston (BOS).

How far in advance should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Boston?

To get a below average price on the flight from Washington, D.C. to Boston, you should book around 4 weeks before departure , which saves you about 43% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 23 weeks before departure.

Can I save money by flying with a stopover from Washington, D.C. to Boston?

Yes , flying with a stopover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop stopover the cheapest option at £175 on average.

How much is a return flight from Washington, D.C. to Boston?

Flight prices are below average for this route right now. Flights to Boston from Washington, D.C. usually cost between £144 and £258 in December. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £104 on JetBlue (5 Dec–7 Dec).

What are the most popular airlines flying to Boston?

The most popular airline among KAYAK users flying to Boston is Delta, followed by JetBlue.

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JetBlue Blue Basic includes a cabin bag, adding value on this short route.

American Basic Economy suits light travelers; DCA is most convenient downtown.

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Every day

You can fly direct with American Airlines, Delta, and others. Average duration is 1h 37m

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DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-BOS Boston Logan Intl

Cheapest • 32% average savings

BWI Baltimore/Washington-BOS Boston Logan Intl

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Most punctual • 84% on-time

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Best time • Fewest delays

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January

Cheapest • 26% price drop

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Recent return flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Boston

Mon, 11 Jan - Mon, 11 Jan

06:00 - 10:47DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-BOS Boston Logan Intl

4h 47m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl

18:30 - 22:55BOS Boston Logan Intl-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

4h 25m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl

£104JetBlue

Wed, 9 Dec - Wed, 9 Dec

06:15 - 10:46DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-BOS Boston Logan Intl

4h 31m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl

18:30 - 22:52BOS Boston Logan Intl-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

4h 22m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl

£104JetBlue

Sat, 5 Dec - Mon, 7 Dec

06:18 - 10:46DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-BOS Boston Logan Intl

4h 28m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl

18:30 - 22:52BOS Boston Logan Intl-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

4h 22m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl

£104JetBlue

Tue, 1 Dec - Tue, 1 Dec

06:15 - 12:14DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-BOS Boston Logan Intl

5h 59m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl

18:30 - 22:52BOS Boston Logan Intl-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

4h 22m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl

£104JetBlue

Thu, 3 Dec - Thu, 3 Dec

06:15 - 10:46DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-BOS Boston Logan Intl

4h 31m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl

18:30 - 22:52BOS Boston Logan Intl-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

4h 22m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl

£104JetBlue

Fri, 11 Dec - Sat, 12 Dec

06:15 - 10:46DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-BOS Boston Logan Intl

4h 31m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl

18:30 - 22:52BOS Boston Logan Intl-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

4h 22m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl

£104JetBlue

Fri, 4 Dec - Fri, 4 Dec

06:15 - 10:46DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-BOS Boston Logan Intl

4h 31m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl

18:30 - 22:52BOS Boston Logan Intl-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

4h 22m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl

£104JetBlue

Tue, 8 Dec - Tue, 8 Dec

06:15 - 10:46DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-BOS Boston Logan Intl

4h 31m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl

18:30 - 22:52BOS Boston Logan Intl-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

4h 22m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl

£104JetBlue

Fri, 11 Dec - Sat, 12 Dec

22:19 - 23:59IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-BOS Boston Logan Intl

1h 40mdirect

09:30 - 11:15BOS Boston Logan Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

1h 45mdirect

£105United Airlines

Fri, 25 Dec - Wed, 30 Dec

07:10 - 08:50DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-BOS Boston Logan Intl

1h 40mdirect

07:15 - 09:25BOS Boston Logan Intl-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

2h 10mdirect

£109Delta

Recent last minute flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Boston

Tue, 10 Nov - Wed, 11 Nov

20:59 - 22:36DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-BOS Boston Logan Intl

1h 37mdirect

13:00 - 14:45BOS Boston Logan Intl-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

1h 45mdirect

£195JetBlue

Mon, 9 Nov - Wed, 11 Nov

13:09 - 15:00DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-BOS Boston Logan Intl

1h 51mdirect

06:10 - 07:59BOS Boston Logan Intl-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

1h 49mdirect

£195JetBlue

Mon, 9 Nov - Thu, 12 Nov

08:55 - 10:28DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-BOS Boston Logan Intl

1h 33mdirect

18:20 - 20:09BOS Boston Logan Intl-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

1h 49mdirect

£195JetBlue

Tue, 10 Nov - Wed, 2 Dec

12:50 - 14:32IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-BOS Boston Logan Intl

1h 42mdirect

19:33 - 21:20BOS Boston Logan Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

1h 47mdirect

£255United Airlines

Tue, 10 Nov - Wed, 2 Dec

08:37 - 13:31IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-BOS Boston Logan Intl

4h 54m1 stop Newark

19:33 - 21:20BOS Boston Logan Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

1h 47mdirect

£263United Airlines

Tue, 10 Nov - Wed, 2 Dec

17:50 - 21:59IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-BOS Boston Logan Intl

4h 09m1 stop Newark

19:01 - 22:54BOS Boston Logan Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

3h 53m1 stop Newark

£292United Airlines

Tue, 10 Nov - Tue, 17 Nov

13:20 - 15:03DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-BOS Boston Logan Intl

1h 43mdirect

18:00 - 19:59BOS Boston Logan Intl-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

1h 59mdirect

£332Delta

Tue, 10 Nov - Tue, 17 Nov

11:13 - 14:38DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-BOS Boston Logan Intl

3h 25m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl

14:28 - 16:20BOS Boston Logan Intl-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

1h 52mdirect

£339Delta

Wed, 11 Nov - Tue, 17 Nov

11:00 - 14:21DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-BOS Boston Logan Intl

3h 21m1 stop New York LaGuardia

21:45 - 23:41BOS Boston Logan Intl-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

1h 56mdirect

£347Delta

Mon, 9 Nov - Wed, 18 Nov

06:15 - 10:41DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-BOS Boston Logan Intl

4h 26m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl

06:10 - 07:59BOS Boston Logan Intl-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

1h 49mdirect

£352JetBlue

Recent direct flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Boston

Fri, 11 Dec - Sat, 12 Dec

22:19 - 23:59IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-BOS Boston Logan Intl

1h 40mdirect

09:30 - 11:15BOS Boston Logan Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

1h 45mdirect

£105United Airlines

Fri, 25 Dec - Wed, 30 Dec

07:10 - 08:50DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-BOS Boston Logan Intl

1h 40mdirect

07:15 - 09:25BOS Boston Logan Intl-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

2h 10mdirect

£109Delta

Thu, 18 Feb - Thu, 18 Feb

06:00 - 07:41DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-BOS Boston Logan Intl

1h 41mdirect

15:55 - 17:54BOS Boston Logan Intl-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

1h 59mdirect

£109Delta

Wed, 16 Dec - Wed, 23 Dec

13:25 - 15:11DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-BOS Boston Logan Intl

1h 46mdirect

08:50 - 10:51BOS Boston Logan Intl-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

2h 01mdirect

£109Delta

Fri, 19 Feb - Fri, 19 Feb

06:00 - 07:41DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-BOS Boston Logan Intl

1h 41mdirect

21:15 - 23:15BOS Boston Logan Intl-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

2h 00mdirect

£109Delta

Fri, 18 Dec - Fri, 18 Dec

06:59 - 08:40DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-BOS Boston Logan Intl

1h 41mdirect

14:29 - 16:20BOS Boston Logan Intl-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

1h 51mdirect

£109Delta

Wed, 25 Nov - Wed, 2 Dec

21:30 - 23:13DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-BOS Boston Logan Intl

1h 43mdirect

10:45 - 12:44BOS Boston Logan Intl-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

1h 59mdirect

£109Delta

Wed, 25 Nov - Tue, 1 Dec

15:30 - 17:11DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-BOS Boston Logan Intl

1h 41mdirect

14:29 - 16:20BOS Boston Logan Intl-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

1h 51mdirect

£109Delta

Fri, 25 Dec - Sun, 7 Feb

20:19 - 21:52DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-BOS Boston Logan Intl

1h 33mdirect

06:08 - 07:59BOS Boston Logan Intl-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

1h 51mdirect

£131JetBlue

Thu, 24 Dec - Sun, 7 Feb

11:31 - 13:00DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-BOS Boston Logan Intl

1h 29mdirect

15:15 - 17:03BOS Boston Logan Intl-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

1h 48mdirect

£132JetBlue

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KAYAK’s insights & trends for Washington, D.C. to Boston flights

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

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How much is a return flight from Washington, D.C. to Boston? This analysis is based on the cheapest return trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Washington, D.C. to Boston departing in December.
What is the cheapest Washington, D.C. to Boston flight route? Data is based on round-trip flight searches on KAYAK over the past month.: The absolute cheapest return flight from Washington, D.C. to Boston costs £223 on the route between Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport (DCA) and Boston (BOS). However, over the past month, flights between Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (IAD) and Boston (BOS) were, on average, 32% cheaper than other Washington, D.C.-Boston routes. The most popular route is between Baltimore (BWI) and Boston (BOS).
What is the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. to Boston? To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. to Boston, 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 Washington, D.C. to Boston is January, where tickets cost £158 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is £256 and £252 respectively.
Can I save money by flying with a stopover from Washington, D.C. to Boston? 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.: Yes, flying with a stopover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop stopover the cheapest option at £175 on average.
How far in advance should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Boston? To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. to Boston, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.: To get a below average price on the flight from Washington, D.C. to Boston, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 43% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 23 weeks before departure.

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Cheapest flight	£44

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What is the cheapest flight from Washington, D.C. to Boston?
In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Washington, D.C. to Boston was £44 for a one-way ticket and £104 for a return.
Which airports will I be using when flying from Washington, D.C. to Boston?
On your way to Boston, you’ll fly out from one of these Washington, D.C. airports: Washington, D.C. Reagan-National or Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl. You’ll be landing at Boston Logan Intl.
Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Washington, D.C. to Boston?
JetBlue, Delta, and American Airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Washington, D.C. to Boston flight route.
Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Washington, D.C. to Boston?
The Embraer 175 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Washington, D.C. to Boston flight route.
On which days can I fly direct from Washington, D.C. to Boston?
There are direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Boston on a daily basis.
How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Washington, D.C. to Boston?
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 Washington, D.C. to Boston.
How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Washington, D.C. to Boston?
KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Boston from Washington, D.C. is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.
What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Washington, D.C. to Boston?
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 Boston with an airline and back to Washington, D.C. with another airline.
What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Washington, D.C. to Boston?
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 Boston from Washington, D.C. up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Looking for a cheap flight from Washington, D.C. to Boston? 25% of our users found flights on this route for £201 or less one-way and £421 or less round-trip.

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Washington, D.C. to Boston Logan Intl

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