Skyscanner

Cheap Flights from Dallas to Washington D.C.

Travellers and cabin class

Compare Dallas to Washington D.C. flight deals

Find the cheapest month or even day of the year to fly to Washington D.C.

Book the best Washington D.C. fare with no extra fees

Flight deals from Dallas to Washington D.C.

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Dallas to Washington D.C.? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Washington D.C..71 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 9 Jun, returning Tue, 10 Jun.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Dallas Fort Worth International on Mon, 9 Jun, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Baltimore Washington International on Tue, 10 Jun, arriving in Dallas Fort Worth International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 71 €, select.
Washington D.C..88 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 5 Jun, returning Thu, 3 Jul.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Dallas Fort Worth International on Thu, 5 Jun, arriving in Washington Dulles.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Washington Dulles on Thu, 3 Jul, arriving in Dallas Fort Worth International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 88 €, select.
Washington D.C..88 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 29 May, returning Thu, 5 Jun.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Dallas Fort Worth International on Thu, 29 May, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Baltimore Washington International on Thu, 5 Jun, arriving in Dallas Fort Worth International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 88 €, select.
Washington D.C..89 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 10 Jul, returning Mon, 14 Jul.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Dallas Fort Worth International on Thu, 10 Jul, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Baltimore Washington International on Mon, 14 Jul, arriving in Dallas Fort Worth International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 89 €, select.
Washington D.C..91 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 4 Aug, returning Sat, 16 Aug.Return flight with Spirit Airlines and Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Dallas Fort Worth International on Mon, 4 Aug, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Washington Dulles on Sat, 16 Aug, arriving in Dallas Fort Worth International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 91 €, select.
Washington D.C..93 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 14 Jun, returning Sat, 23 Aug.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Dallas Fort Worth International on Sat, 14 Jun, arriving in Washington Dulles.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Washington Dulles on Sat, 23 Aug, arriving in Dallas Fort Worth International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 93 €, select.
Washington D.C..99 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 11 Sep, returning Sat, 20 Sep.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Dallas Fort Worth International on Thu, 11 Sep, arriving in Washington Dulles.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Washington Dulles on Sat, 20 Sep, arriving in Dallas Fort Worth International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 99 €, select.
Washington D.C..105 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 29 May, returning Fri, 30 May.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Dallas Fort Worth International on Thu, 29 May, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Baltimore Washington International on Fri, 30 May, arriving in Dallas Fort Worth International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 105 €, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Dallas to Washington D.C.

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Dallas to Washington D.C. flights are currently cheapest in June.
May
from 105 €
Jun
from 71 €
Jul
from 89 €
Aug
from 91 €
Sep
from 99 €
Oct
from 124 €
Nov
from 124 €
Dec
from 239 €
Jan
from 239 €
Feb
from 239 €
Mar
from 232 €
Apr
Find prices

Direct flights from Dallas to Washington D.C.

Alternative Dallas to Washington D.C. routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Dallas to Washington D.C.? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Dallas to Washington D.C.: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found71 €
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time2 hrs, 56 mins
Most popular airlineSouthwest Airlines
Average flights per week383

Finding cheap flights from Dallas to Washington D.C.: Frequently asked questions

There are 5 airports in Washington D.C.: Washington Ronald Reagan, Camp Springs Andrews AFB, Washington Dulles, Baltimore Washington International, and Manassas.
The best price we found for a return flight from Dallas to Washington D.C. is 71 €. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
2 hours and 55 minutes is the average flight time from Dallas to Washington D.C..
Southwest Airlines, American Airlines and Qantas fly direct from Dallas to Washington D.C..
As of May 2025, there are 383 flights per week flying from Dallas to Washington D.C..
The cheapest month to fly from Dallas to Washington D.C. is usually May 2025.
If you're flying from Dallas, the cheapest airport near Washington D.C. is Baltimore Washington International – which is 43.6 km away from the centre of Washington D.C.. We've found flights into this airport from 71 €.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Dallas to Washington D.C. on Monday, 9 June 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 55 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Washington D.C. but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Washington D.C. is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In May, the average temperature is usually around 17°C. July is typically the warmest month in Washington D.C., when it usually averages around 31°C. You can expect the least rain in February. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -4°C. The rainiest month is September.
The cheapest airline that flies to Washington D.C. is Spirit Airlines .

Travelling from Dallas to Washington DC: what you need to know

  • Start your travels at one of Dallas's main airports, Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) or Dallas Love Field Airport (DAL). Check out your options for booking a flight from Dallas to Washington DC taking off from either of these.

  • The primary gateways to Washington DC are Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) and Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD).

  • The average time for a direct Dallas to Washington DC flight is 2 hours 55 minutes.

  • The timezone in Washington DC is UTC-4, which is one hour ahead of Dallas.

  • Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) is the most traveled route that connects these two cities. There are 67 departures a week to pick from. If you prefer a later start to the day, the last flight from Dallas to Washington DC is with American Airlines at 20:59. Opt for the first DFW to DCA departure with American Airlines at 05:02 to make the most of your first day in Washington DC.

  • Give yourself plenty of time to get on your Dallas to Washington DC flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • If you're heading away during a popular month like July, arrive at the terminal even earlier. It's smart to arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. Security lines will be longer during peak periods like Christmas, New Year and spring break.

How to find the cheapest flights from Dallas to Washington DC

  • Currently, 36 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Dallas to Washington DC. The cheapest price for a return flight is 71 €. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • Lock in cheap Dallas to Washington DC flights by booking two months ahead. Based on our research, that's the ideal time for picking up a bargain.

  • May is the best month for scoring an incredible deal on a plane ticket from Dallas to Washington DC. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.

  • Finding a cheap flight from Dallas to Washington DC is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when the price has dropped.

  • Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your Dallas to Washington DC flight results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best.'

Flying from Dallas

Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)

  • You can travel directly to Washington DC leaving from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW). Here are some airports you can reach on a nonstop connection when searching for your flight from Dallas to Washington DC:

    • Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)

    • Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

    • Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)

  • You'll have your pick of airlines that offer direct Dallas to Washington DC plane tickets out of DFW. Let one of these carriers take you there:

  • DFW is about 26 kilometres from central Dallas. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour.

  • Have an early flight from Dallas to Washington DC? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport:

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport, data shows 73.22% of flights complete their journey on time.

  • The address for DFW is 2400 Aviation Dr.

Arriving in Washington DC

Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)

  • Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) is approximately 6 kilometres from the centre of Washington DC. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes around 15 minutes.

  • When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.

  • If you have a late flight from Dallas to Washington DC, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near DCA:

  • Begin your adventure by picking up a Ronald Reagan National Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Thrifty, Sixt or Dollar to explore Washington DC and beyond.

  • Get the best deal by reserving your ride from Ronald Reagan National Airport around four weeks ahead of your trip.

  • The address for DCA is 1 Aviation Circle.

Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

  • As soon as your flight from Dallas to Washington DC has hit the tarmac, you can make your way to the city centre in around 50 minutes by car. Central Washington DC is approximately 40 kilometres from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD).

  • If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 1 hour 10 minutes or so.

  • You'll find some great places to call home for the night near IAD. Settle in and get cosy after your Dallas to Washington DC flight at one of these well-located options:

  • The quickest way to get to where you're going is with a Washington Dulles International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Sixt and be off and running.

  • Get first dibs on the best options. Reserving your ride from IAD one week ahead of time often means lower prices and a wider selection of vehicles.

  • The address for Washington Dulles International Airport is 1 Saarinen Circle.

Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)

  • Hop off your flight from Dallas to Washington DC and head straight for your hotel or start taking in the sights right away. The centre of Washington DC is around 40 kilometres from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) and takes roughly 50 minutes to drive there.

  • The journey will take you about 1 hour 30 minutes by public transport.

  • Enjoy an unhurried start to your break by choosing a hotel near BWI after your Dallas to Washington DC flight. Recover from your travel day or just take a moment to get your footing in a new city at:

  • Whether you're searching for a zippy mini for a solo getaway or a spacious SUV to transport your group, you'll find the perfect Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport rental car for you. Browse the types of wheels available from providers such as Dollar, Thrifty and Budget.

  • About two weeks ahead of your flight from Dallas to Washington DC is the ideal time to secure your vehicle from BWI. You're more likely to lock in a better rate or even snap up an early bird discount.

Best time to go to Washington DC

  • It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Dallas to Washington DC. February is the busiest month to visit Washington DC. If you prefer a quieter atmosphere, go in May.

  • When booking your Dallas to Washington DC tickets, think about what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in Washington DC, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).

  • January sees average temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF). Search for cheap flights from Dallas to Washington DC around that time if you like cooler conditions.

More about Washington DC

Explore more of United States

  • New York is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be explored after you've seen Washington DC. Around 322 kilometres to the north-east, popular attractions include Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Empire State Building.

  • Philadelphia is another must-experience destination in United States and is around 193 kilometres north-east of Washington DC. No trip is complete without visiting Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art.

Plan the rest of your trip from Dallas to Washington D.C.

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 45 days.