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

At the present moment the cheapest month to fly to Washington, D.C. is currently February ; with June being the most expensive. Prices will vary depending on multiple factors such as booking in advance, airline and departure airports and times.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Washington, D.C. ranges from 66.0 - 102.0 mm per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 102.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Washington, D.C. when rainfall is around 66.0 mm.

Can I find cheaper flights to Washington, D.C. if I am willing to have stopovers?

Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Washington, D.C. on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

What is the best airline to fly to Washington, D.C.?

Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, United Airlines is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Washington, D.C..

What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Washington, D.C.?

Baltimore/Washington Airport is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Washington, D.C.. One-way flights to Baltimore/Washington Airport typically cost $92, while return flights cost around $399.

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

A return flight to Washington, D.C. will typically cost around $361, however they can be found for as little as $256.

Where does the fastest flight to Washington, D.C. depart from?

For those looking to save time traveling to Washington, D.C., Sydney offers the quickest one-way flight (20 hours 57 minutes).

Does Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport have car hire?

Yes. Those touching down at Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

Are there hotels close to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

Yes. Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Sleepbox Lounge Iad, Dulles International Airport is the closest property to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (0.0 km away from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport).

IAD is a unique code, commonly called an IATA code, used in the aviation industry to identify airports. This code, along with many others, are defined by IATA (International Air Transport Association). A IAD flight refers to a flight to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport. This flight destination has multiple associated airports, so we think it might be helpful to learn the name and codes of them as well. They are Baltimore/Washington Airport (BWI), Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport (DCA).

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Wed 29/511:45ORD - DCA

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Tue 4/617:45DCA - ORD

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Deal found 17/4$277

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Deal found 17/4$277

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Deal found 17/4$324

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Deal found 17/4$324

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Wed 29/511:45ORD - DCA

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Deal found 17/4$277

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Deal found 17/4$277

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Mon 8/719:30DCA - ORD

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Deal found 17/4$299

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Deal found 18/4$300

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Thu 4/707:10ORD - DCA

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Average price of flights to Washington, D.C. by month

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight to Washington, D.C. (average of $1,020). Flying to Washington, D.C. in June will prove the most costly (average of $1,668). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

January

$1,855

February

$1,587

March

$1,653

April

$2,056

May

$2,197

June

$2,596

July

$2,303

August

$2,282

September

$2,471

October

$1,925

November

$2,025

December

$2,513

Temperature and rainfall in Washington, D.C. by month

WAS Temperature	2 - 27 °C

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2 - 27 °C

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Washington, D.C., use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 27.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 2.0 C).

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Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

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What does IAD mean?
IAD is a unique code, commonly called an IATA code, used in the aviation industry to identify airports. This code, along with many others, are defined by IATA (International Air Transport Association). A IAD flight refers to a flight to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport. This flight destination has multiple associated airports, so we think it might be helpful to learn the name and codes of them as well. They are Baltimore/Washington Airport (BWI), Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport (DCA).
Can I find cheaper flights to Washington, D.C. if I am willing to have stopovers?
Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Washington, D.C. on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.
What is the best airline to fly to Washington, D.C.?
Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, United Airlines is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Washington, D.C..
What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Washington, D.C.?
Baltimore/Washington Airport is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Washington, D.C.. One-way flights to Baltimore/Washington Airport typically cost $92, while return flights cost around $399.
How much is a return flight to Washington, D.C.?
A return flight to Washington, D.C. will typically cost around $361, however they can be found for as little as $256.
Where does the fastest flight to Washington, D.C. depart from?
For those looking to save time traveling to Washington, D.C., Sydney offers the quickest one-way flight (20 hours 57 minutes).
Does Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport have car hire?
Yes. Those touching down at Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.
Are there hotels close to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?
Yes. Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Sleepbox Lounge Iad, Dulles International Airport is the closest property to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (0.0 km away from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport).

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