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£43 Find Cheap Flights from Washington, D.C. to New York

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Washington, D.C. to New York departing on 24/12. 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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Cheap Flights from Washington, D.C. to New York (WAS-NYC)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Washington, D.C. to New York 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.
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Recent return flight deals from Washington, D.C. to New York

mar, 11 nov - sab, 15 nov
United Airlines Logo
22:12 - 23:30IAD-LGA
1h 18mdirect
United Airlines Logo
06:00 - 07:27LGA-IAD
1h 27mdirect
£81United Airlines
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mer, 12 nov - sab, 15 nov
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06:24 - 07:40DCA-JFK
1h 16mdirect
JetBlue Logo
13:14 - 14:35JFK-DCA
1h 21mdirect
£81JetBlue
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mar, 16 dic - sab, 10 gen
United Airlines Logo
12:40 - 14:14IAD-LGA
1h 34mdirect
United Airlines Logo
06:00 - 07:30LGA-IAD
1h 30mdirect
£85United Airlines
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gio, 4 dic - sab, 6 dic
Delta Logo
06:00 - 07:12DCA-LGA
1h 12mdirect
Delta Logo
07:30 - 08:59LGA-DCA
1h 29mdirect
£104Delta
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mar, 18 nov - mar, 25 nov
Delta Logo
13:45 - 15:07DCA-LGA
1h 22mdirect
Delta Logo
06:00 - 07:21LGA-DCA
1h 21mdirect
£109Delta
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ven, 12 dic - mer, 17 dic
American Airlines Logo
06:30 - 07:41DCA-LGA
1h 11mdirect
American Airlines Logo
07:45 - 09:08LGA-DCA
1h 23mdirect
£124American Airlines
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mar, 18 nov - gio, 20 nov
American Airlines Logo
08:30 - 10:00DCA-LGA
1h 30mdirect
American Airlines Logo
06:30 - 07:49LGA-DCA
1h 19mdirect
£143American Airlines
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ven, 5 dic - dom, 7 dic
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:48 - 21:30BWI-EWR
9h 42m1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
20:33 - 09:35EWR-BWI
13h 02m1 stop
£149Multiple Airlines
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sab, 13 dic - sab, 20 dic
Multiple Airlines Logo
05:45 - 20:31IAD-EWR
14h 46m1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
17:41 - 21:03EWR-IAD
27h 22m1 stop
£152Multiple Airlines
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ven, 12 dic - mer, 17 dic
Frontier Logo
21:11 - 10:00BWI-JFK
12h 49m1 stop
Frontier Logo
06:00 - 00:24JFK-BWI
18h 24m2 stops
£153Frontier
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Our travellers' advice
AI-generated summary based on content written by travel experts
United's Economy Plus offers more legroom for comfort.
DCA is the most convenient airport for downtown access.
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Top routes
DCA-LGA
Cheapest • 79% average savings
DCA-EWR
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When to book
3 weeks
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Our data shows that travellers who book at least 3 weeks in advance save around 45% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
April
Cheapest • 25% price drop
November
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Cheapest return fare
£81
Overall average: £228
United Airlines
mar 11/11sab 15/11
IAD - LGA • Direct
Cheapest direct flights
£81
Typical prices: £247-£341
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lun 8/12mer 10/12
IAD - LGA • Direct
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Washington, D.C. to New York flights

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

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

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 New York departing in November.

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

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

The cheapest return flight from Washington, D.C. to New York costs £97 on the route between Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport (DCA) and New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA). Over the past month, this route was, on average, 79% cheaper than other Washington, D.C.-New York routes. The most popular route is between Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport (DCA) and Newark Airport (EWR).

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

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

Your flight ticket price will generally be cheaper if you fly to New York on a Saturday and more expensive on a Monday. On your return trip to Washington, D.C., you should consider flying back on a Monday, and avoid Tuesdays for better deals.

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

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 New York, 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 New York is April, where tickets cost £121 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and October, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is £214 and £207 respectively.

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

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 £123 on average.

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

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 New York, 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 New York, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 45% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 26 weeks before departure.

Expert advice

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

 
Snippets provided in this section are AI-generated based on a summarisation of KAYAK-commissioned articles. The articles are presented as-is, for general informational purposes only, and may not be up-to-date. The opinions contained in the articles are original to the author and reflect their authentic experience, which may vary significantly from the experience of others.
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Airlines
American Airlines

American's Main Cabin Extra offers early boarding and complimentary drinks, enhancing short-haul comfort.


American Airlines' Wi-Fi offers 20 minutes free with an ad, useful for quick tasks.

Delta

Delta offers free Wi-Fi for SkyMiles members on domestic flights, enhancing productivity during travel.


Delta's Sky Priority check-in speeds up the process for premium cabin and elite status passengers.

Read more about Deltaby Stefanie Waldek
United Airlines

United's Economy Plus offers up to six inches more legroom, ideal for a comfortable short flight.


United's Priority Boarding ensures overhead bin space, a smart choice for carry-on travellers.

Virgin Atlantic

Virgin's Economy Delight offers extra legroom and priority boarding, ideal for comfort on short flights.


Virgin Atlantic's Wi-Fi packages cater to light browsing or streaming, ensuring connectivity.

British Airways

BA's Euro Traveller fares include a cabin bag, avoiding surprise fees common with budget airlines.


BA's CityFlyer offers fast travel with no 100 ml liquid limit for cabin baggage.

Airports
DCA

DCA is the most convenient airport for quick access to downtown D.C., located just 4 miles away, making it ideal for business travellers.

Read more about DCAby Stefanie Waldek
IAD

IAD offers AeroTrain and mobile lounges for quick terminal transfers, essential for navigating its large layout efficiently.

Read more about IADby Stefanie Waldek
EWR

Use NJ Transit from EWR to reach NYC efficiently, avoiding costly taxi rides and traffic delays.

Read more about EWRby Stefanie Waldek
JFK

Travel between JFK and Manhattan via AirTrain and subway for a cost-effective option, avoiding traffic and high taxi fares.

Read more about JFKby Harriet Baskas
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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 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 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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Duncan is a freelance travel writer, copywriter and book author in constant search of travel stories and the perpetual sensation of being on holiday. He’s never happier than when on a dusty trail in search of empty waves or ducking under the piste tape in search of snowbound solitude. British born, living in Germany, but happiest heading for the horizon. His first book, Found in Translation, explores the etymologies and stories of country names around the world and is out now.

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

Low seasonJanuary
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 19% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly (17% more expensive on average)

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

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Washington, D.C. to New York 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 flights from Washington, D.C. to New York

  • Does John F. Kennedy Airport have an on-site hotel?

    To take a quick nap, you can rent one of the GoSleep pods that are placed in Terminal 5. In Terminal 4, you will find Minute Suites, which is a small hotel that rents rooms by the hour or for entire nights. The TWA Hotel is directly connected to Terminal 5 by the AirTrain, and you can rent a room for any period up to 12h.

  • What services does Newark Liberty International Airport offer for families?

    In each terminal of Newark Liberty International Airport, you’ll find several washrooms that are equipped with changing tables. Every terminal also has nursing rooms, which are designed to give mothers privacy while breastfeeding.

  • What options are there for going from the city center to Dulles International Airport?

    If you decide to take a taxi or drive from the city center to Dulles International Airport, the trip will normally take you between 35-40min depending on how much traffic there is. Public transportation is an option as well, and if you grab bus lines 38B and 5A, you’ll arrive at Dulles Airport in around 1h 15min.

  • Does Baltimore International Airport have any amenities for those traveling with pets?

    If you’ll be traveling with your pet, keep in mind that Baltimore International Airport has designated pet relief zones in Concourse E and in front of the Hourly Garage. These areas have a small amount of green space, trashcans, and benches.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Washington, D.C. to New York?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Washington, D.C. to New York was £43 for a one-way ticket and £81 for a return.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

    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 New York.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to New York 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 New York?

    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 New York 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 New York?

    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 New York from Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. to New York

  • Looking for a cheap flight from Washington, D.C. to New York? 25% of our users found flights on this route for £72 or less one-way and £650 or less round-trip.
  • Flights from Washington, D.C. to New York will depart from one of three airports, either Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD), Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA), or Baltimore International Airport (BWI). While Ronald Regan Airport is just southwest of Washington, Dulles Airport is further east of the city. Baltimore Airport can be found in Baltimore, Maryland.
  • New York has three main airports that you may land, Newark Liberty (EWR), John F. Kennedy (JFK), and LaGuardia Airport (LGA). While both JFK and LaGuardia can be found in the borough of Queens, Newark is to the west of the city.
  • There are many nonstop flights from Washington, D.C to New York, and they are frequently serviced by airlines such as Delta, JetBlue, and United. You can also find flights between these two cities that require layovers, and these may be offered by airlines like American and Spirit.
  • Because New York is such a business hub, it’s not uncommon for people to travel here for work. If this is why you’ll be flying to the city, you may want to land at LaGuardia Airport, as this airport is closest to Manhattan, a neighborhood that contains many of the city’s office buildings and banks.
  • If you have some free time before you need to begin boarding your flight at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, consider relaxing at one of the available lounges. The American Airlines Admirals Club is in Terminals B and C, while the United Club can be found in Terminal B. If you’re a member, you can also go to the Delta Sky Club that is in Terminal B.

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

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

Direct departures

Washington, D.C. to New York

Monday

American Airlines, Delta, JetBlue, +1 more

American Airlines, Delta, +2 more

Tuesday

American Airlines, Delta, JetBlue, +1 more

American Airlines, Delta, +2 more

Wednesday

American Airlines, Delta, JetBlue, +1 more

American Airlines, Delta, +2 more

Thursday

American Airlines, Delta, JetBlue, +1 more

American Airlines, Delta, +2 more

Friday

American Airlines, Delta, JetBlue, +1 more

American Airlines, Delta, +2 more

Saturday

American Airlines, Delta, JetBlue, +1 more

American Airlines, Delta, +2 more

Sunday

American Airlines, Delta, JetBlue, +1 more

American Airlines, Delta, +2 more

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Direct returns

New York to Washington, D.C.

Monday

American Airlines, Delta, JetBlue, +1 more

American Airlines, Delta, +2 more

Tuesday

American Airlines, Delta, JetBlue, +1 more

American Airlines, Delta, +2 more

Wednesday

American Airlines, Delta, JetBlue, +1 more

American Airlines, Delta, +2 more

Thursday

American Airlines, Delta, JetBlue, +1 more

American Airlines, Delta, +2 more

Friday

American Airlines, Delta, JetBlue, +1 more

American Airlines, Delta, +2 more

Saturday

American Airlines, Delta, JetBlue, +1 more

American Airlines, Delta, +2 more

Sunday

American Airlines, Delta, JetBlue, +1 more

American Airlines, Delta, +2 more

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

Cabin class types available on flights from Washington, D.C. to New York

Cabin classes available on flights from Washington, D.C. to New York. Prices are the lowest found on KAYAK over the last 7 days. Price and availability are not guaranteed.

Compare transportation modes for Washington, D.C. to New York

Transportation modeAverage priceAverage duration
Flights£5151h 11m
Trains£383h 29m
Buses£354h 01m

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