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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Washington Dulles Airport to Phoenix? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from 178 €. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Washington Dulles to Phoenix flights are currently cheapest in June.

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Washington D.C. to Phoenix: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found160 €
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time5 hrs, 3 mins
Most popular airlineUnited
Average flights per week144

Finding cheap flights from Washington Dulles to Phoenix: Frequently asked questions

There are 4 airports in Phoenix: Phoenix Sky Harbor, Phoenix Scottsdale Municipal, Phoenix-Deer Valley, and Phoenix-Mesa Gateway.
The best price we found for a return flight from Washington Dulles to Phoenix is 160 €. 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.
5 hours and 3 minutes is the average flight time from Washington Dulles to Phoenix.
United, Lufthansa and Avianca fly direct from Washington Dulles to Phoenix.
As of May 2026, there are 144 flights per week flying from Washington Dulles to Phoenix.
The cheapest month to fly from Washington Dulles to Phoenix is usually May.
If you're flying from Washington Dulles Airport, the cheapest airport near Phoenix is Phoenix Sky Harbor – which is 6.0 km away from the centre of Phoenix. We've found flights into this airport from 160 €.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Washington Dulles Airport to Phoenix on Friday, 29 May 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 5 hours and 3 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 Phoenix 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 Phoenix is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In May, the average temperature is usually around 25°C. July is typically the warmest month in Phoenix, when it usually averages around 40°C. You can expect the least rain in June. The coldest month is December, with temperatures averaging 4°C. The rainiest month is August.
Currently, Frontier Airlines and United offer the cheapest flight tickets to Phoenix.

Flying from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Phoenix: what you need to know

  • Hop on a direct flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Phoenix and you'll be travelling for around 4 hours 15 minutes.

  • Washington Dulles International Airport is located in Washington DC. Based in the UTC-7 timezone, Phoenix is two hours behind Washington DC.

  • With 21 weekly flights between the two airports, Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) is the busiest route. United Airlines operates the earliest flight at 08:15. If you're eager to get more out of your day before taking off, the latest departure from IAD to PHX is with Southwest Airlines at 19:00.

  • For a relaxed start to your IAD to Phoenix flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.

  • Flying during a peak time such as June? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.

  • Direct Washington Dulles International Airport to Phoenix tickets are available for booking. Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) is where you'll step off the plane.

  • United Airlines is a well-known airline that operates direct flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Phoenix.

  • Located around 40 kilometres from central Washington DC, IAD can be reached in about 45 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.

  • Looking for a hotel close to IAD? If you've booked an early flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Phoenix, these accommodation options put the terminal practically at your doorstep:

  • 77% of flights that take off from Washington Dulles International Airport arrive at their destination on time.

  • IAD is located at 1 Saarinen Circle.

How to find the cheapest flights from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Phoenix

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way Washington Dulles International Airport to Phoenix flight is 83 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 160 €. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from IAD to Phoenix. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.

  • If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across each month when searching for a Washington Dulles International Airport to Phoenix ticket.

  • Finding a cheap flight from IAD to Phoenix is easy with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic notifications and we'll get in touch as soon as there's a better deal.

  • Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Phoenix by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best.'

Airports in Phoenix

Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)

  • The distance from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) to central Phoenix is roughly 5 kilometres. It takes around 10 minutes to get to the centre driving.

  • Getting to the centre on public transport takes about 25 minutes.

  • Consider staying in a hotel near PHX if you have a late flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Phoenix. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:

  • Booking your vehicle from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport around one week in advance of your flight from IAD to Phoenix can help you lock in the lowest rate.

  • You'll find PHX at 3400 Sky Harbour Boulevard.

Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA)

  • Central Phoenix is about 32 kilometres from Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA). Once your flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Phoenix has touched down and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of about 30 minutes.

  • If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take about 1 hour 15 minutes.

  • Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel near AZA. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your IAD to Phoenix flight:

  • Score the best price by booking your ride from AZA two weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a bigger selection of vehicles.

  • Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport is located at 6033 S. Sossaman Rd..

Best time to go to Phoenix

  • March is the most popular month for flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Phoenix. To escape the crowds, visit Phoenix in October.

  • Book a Washington Dulles International Airport to Phoenix plane ticket with a departure in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 27ºC (81ºF) to 45ºC (113ºF).

  • January sees average temperatures of between 4ºC (39ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from IAD to Phoenix around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

More about Phoenix

Explore more of the United States

  • San Diego is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Phoenix. Around 483 kilometres away to the west, its best attractions include San Diego Zoo, San Diego Balboa Park and USS Midway Museum.

  • Las Vegas is another essential stop in the United States and is around 418 kilometres northwest of Phoenix. No trip is complete without visiting Ciudad del Pecado o Las Vegas, Las Vegas Strip and Fountains of Bellagio.

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