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Cheapest return flight
£278
Typical prices: £297-£450
United Airlines
Mon 19/11Sat 24/11
IAD - PHX • Direct
Cheapest direct flights
£281
Typical prices: £317-£464
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Mon 29/1Fri 2/2
IAD - PHX • Direct
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You can fly direct with United Airlines. Average duration is 5h 16m
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Our data shows that travellers who book at least 19 weeks in advance save around 42% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • Avg £213 (return)
Shortest trip • 7h 05m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Washington, D.C. to Sky Harbor Intl (IAD-PHX)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Sky Harbor Intl

Thu, 19 Nov - Tue, 24 Nov
United Airlines Logo
08:20 - 11:33IAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-PHX Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
5h 13mdirect
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14:50 - 23:15PHX  Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
6h 25m1 stop Denver Intl
£278United Airlines
Tue, 1 Dec - Sat, 5 Dec
Alaska Airlines Logo
18:42 - 10:27IAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-PHX Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
17h 45m1 stop San Diego
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08:05 - 17:39PHX  Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
7h 34m1 stop San Diego
£279Alaska Airlines
Fri, 27 Nov - Fri, 4 Dec
United Airlines Logo
08:20 - 11:33IAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-PHX Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
5h 13mdirect
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08:00 - 17:32PHX  Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
7h 32m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
£280United Airlines
Fri, 29 Jan - Tue, 2 Feb
United Airlines Logo
12:53 - 16:07IAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-PHX Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
5h 14mdirect
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10:00 - 16:17PHX  Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
4h 17mdirect
£281United Airlines
Thu, 4 Feb - Sun, 7 Feb
Alaska Airlines Logo
18:53 - 11:23IAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-PHX Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
18h 30m1 stop San Diego
Alaska Airlines Logo
12:05 - 17:50PHX  Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
27h 45m1 stop San Diego
£283Alaska Airlines
Sat, 12 Dec - Sat, 19 Dec
Delta Logo
17:27 - 23:38IAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-PHX Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
8h 11m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
12:55 - 23:33PHX  Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
8h 38m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
£285Delta
Tue, 8 Dec - Sat, 12 Dec
Frontier Logo
12:06 - 20:34IAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-PHX Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
10h 28m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Dallas/Fort Worth
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21:29 - 17:38PHX  Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
18h 09m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
£286Frontier
Sun, 15 Nov - Thu, 19 Nov
Alaska Airlines Logo
18:46 - 10:37IAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-PHX Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
17h 51m1 stop San Diego
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08:00 - 17:40PHX  Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
7h 40m1 stop San Diego
£287Alaska Airlines
Thu, 3 Dec - Mon, 7 Dec
United Airlines Logo
17:55 - 21:13IAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-PHX Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
5h 18mdirect
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12:25 - 21:18PHX  Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
6h 53m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
£289United Airlines
Mon, 14 Dec - Tue, 29 Dec
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12:55 - 16:08IAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-PHX Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
5h 13mdirect
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07:00 - 16:03PHX  Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
7h 03m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
£290United Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport flights

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How much is a return flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport?

Return flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport typically range from £297 to £450. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £278 on United Airlines.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport. It's 9% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 12% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport?

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport at £312 return.
•March (£407) and June (£394) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 30% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport are cheapest 19 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 42% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

£144
Beat the crowds with an average 58% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 50% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport

When to book flights from Washington, D.C. to Sky Harbor Intl

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Washington, D.C. to Sky Harbor Intl based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport?

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

    • Earliest: departs at 08:20 and lands at 13:36
    • Latest: departs at 18:00 and lands at 23:16.

    The flight takes about 5h 16m.

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

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport.

  • How long is a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport?

    A direct flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport takes 5h 16m, covering 1,950 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need another form of identification, such as a driving licence.

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

    Return flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport range from £297 to £450, with an average of £367 over the past 12 months. Anything below £297 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 50% above the £367 route average. Book 19 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average £213 return via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS), compared with £377 for direct.

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

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge £30–£60 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport?

    The Boeing 737 MAX 9 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by United Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737-800 variants.

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

    Afternoon is the busiest departure period on Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport flights, with 50% leaving in that window. Evening departures account for 50%, Morning flights for 0%, and Night flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor 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 £278 to £2,271. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £156, which is 23% below the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport (PHX)?

    Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport (PHX) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around £43 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • NU Car
    • Easirent
    • Thrifty
    • Hertz
    • Dollar

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport?

    Flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport usually depart from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) and arrive at Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) – 44% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) – 16% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) – 11% of one-stop connections
    • Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) – 7% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 19% on flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at £334 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at £413, a difference of £78.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • Which airlines fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport?

    Only United Airlines operates flights between Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport and Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport.

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

    Flying via Denver Intl (DEN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 7h 05m, compared to 7h 10m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) and 7h 15m via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW).

  • What is the time difference between Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport and Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport?

    Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport is 3 hours behind Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (Mountain Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport?

    Desert Ridge Marketplace is one of the most viewed places in Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport on KAYAK.

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

    Among airlines operating Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport flights:

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

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

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor 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

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

Your guide to booking Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor 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 and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Saturday flights average £334, about £78 less than Sunday fares (19% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 19 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 42% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport trip for January. Fares historically average £312 return in that month – typically £95 less than the most expensive month, which is March (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Airport (LAS) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest stopover option averages £213 return on this route – about £164 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport.

    • Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Phoenix Airport
    • Holiday Inn & Suites Phoenix Airport By IHG
    • Drury Inn & Suites Phoenix Airport

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Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Monday

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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