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Washington D.C..70 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 19 Jun, returning Thu, 10 Jul.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Raleigh / Durham on Thu, 19 Jun, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Baltimore Washington International on Thu, 10 Jul, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Price includes taxes and charges.From 70 €, select.
Washington D.C..70 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 29 May, returning Sun, 1 Jun.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Raleigh / Durham on Thu, 29 May, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Baltimore Washington International on Sun, 1 Jun, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Price includes taxes and charges.From 70 €, select.
Washington D.C..71 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 1 Jun, returning Sun, 8 Jun.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Raleigh / Durham on Sun, 1 Jun, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Baltimore Washington International on Sun, 8 Jun, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Price includes taxes and charges.From 71 €, select.
Washington D.C..88 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 6 Jul, returning Sun, 13 Jul.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Raleigh / Durham on Sun, 6 Jul, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Baltimore Washington International on Sun, 13 Jul, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Price includes taxes and charges.From 88 €, select.
Washington D.C..88 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 22 May, returning Sun, 25 May.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Raleigh / Durham on Thu, 22 May, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Baltimore Washington International on Sun, 25 May, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Price includes taxes and charges.From 88 €, select.
Washington D.C..141 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 25 Aug, returning Thu, 28 Aug.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Raleigh / Durham on Mon, 25 Aug, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Baltimore Washington International on Thu, 28 Aug, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Price includes taxes and charges.From 141 €, select.
Washington D.C..157 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 8 Aug, returning Sun, 10 Aug.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Raleigh / Durham on Fri, 8 Aug, arriving in Washington Dulles.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Washington Dulles on Sun, 10 Aug, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Price includes taxes and charges.From 157 €, select.
Washington D.C..157 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 31 Oct, returning Sun, 2 Nov.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Raleigh / Durham on Fri, 31 Oct, arriving in Washington Dulles.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Washington Dulles on Sun, 2 Nov, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Price includes taxes and charges.From 157 €, select.

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Raleigh / Durham to Washington D.C. flights are currently cheapest in June.
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Direct flights from Raleigh / Durham to Washington D.C.

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

Durham to Washington D.C.: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found70 €
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time1 hr, 14 mins
Most popular airlineAmerican Airlines
Average flights per week305

Finding cheap flights from Raleigh / Durham 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 Raleigh / Durham to Washington D.C. is 70 €. 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.
1 hour and 14 minutes is the average flight time from Raleigh / Durham to Washington D.C..
American Airlines, Southwest Airlines and Republic Airways fly direct from Raleigh / Durham to Washington D.C..
As of May 2025, there are 305 flights per week flying from Raleigh / Durham to Washington D.C..
The cheapest month to fly from Raleigh / Durham to Washington D.C. is usually May 2025.
If you're flying from Raleigh / Durham Airport, 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 70 €.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Washington D.C. on Thursday, 29 May 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 14 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.
Currently, Spirit Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Washington D.C..

Travelling from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Washington DC: what you need to know

  • Expect to be travelling for 1 hour 19 minutes. That's the average time for a direct flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Washington DC.

  • Washington DC and Durham (where Raleigh-Durham International Airport is located) share the UTC-4 timezone. That means you won't need to adjust your watch when you arrive.

  • With 78 flights a week between the two airports, Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) is the busiest route. Delta operates the earliest flight at 06:04. If you're eager to get more out of your day before taking off, the latest departure from RDU to DCA is with American Airlines at 20:21.

  • For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your flight from RDU to Washington DC.

  • If you're flying during a peak month like July, head to the airport even earlier. It's wise to arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures. Expect lines to be longer during holiday periods like Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year.

  • Start your trip with a direct flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Washington DC. From RDU, you can fly seamlessly to any of these Washington DC airports:

    • Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)

    • Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

    • Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)

  • Leading carriers that offer direct flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Washington DC include:

  • When flying within United States, you don't need a visa or passport. However, you'll have to show another form of identification, such as a driver's licence or ID card. Once you've booked cheap tickets from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Washington DC, make sure your ID is up to date.

  • RDU is about 23 kilometres from central Durham. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 18 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be approximately 1 hour and 10 minutes.

  • In search of a convenient hotel near RDU? If you've booked an early flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Washington DC, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:

How to find the cheapest flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Washington DC

  • The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Washington DC is 35 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 70 €. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • To snag cheap tickets from RDU to Washington DC, book your trip 11 months before your departure.

  • July is the cheapest month for tickets from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Washington DC. If you want to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.

  • Create a Price Alert for cheap tickets from RDU to Washington DC. There's no need to search every day to see whether prices have fallen. We'll notify you when the price changes.

  • Tailor your travel plans with filters. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Washington DC.

Airports in Washington DC

Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)

  • Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) to central Washington DC is roughly 8 kilometres. It'll take you around 16 minutes to reach the centre driving.

  • When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 43 minutes.

  • If you have a late flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Washington DC, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near DCA:

Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

  • The centre of Washington DC is about 56 kilometres from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). After your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Washington DC has touched down and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should take about 51 minutes.

  • You can also opt for public transport, which typically takes 3 hours and 26 minutes.

  • Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and relax at a hotel close to IAD. Here are a few options where you can check in after your flight from RDU to Washington DC:

Best time to go to Washington DC

  • July is the busiest month for flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Washington DC. To avoid the crowds, head to Washington DC in May when things are quieter.

  • The warmest month in Washington DC is July, with the temperature ranging between 19ºC and 33ºC. Lock in your flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Washington DC in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.

  • January has average temperatures of between -6ºC and 10ºC. Look for cheap flights from RDU to Washington DC sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.

More about Washington DC

  • Once you've booked your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Washington DC, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Washington DC:

  • White House Historical Association and The White House are just the start of the major attractions to add to your Washington DC travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at National Mall.

Complete your Washington DC trip with a car rental

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