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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from New York to Washington Dulles Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 2,091. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Washington D.C..R 1,006 per passenger.Departing Tue, 5 May.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from New York LaGuardia on Tue, 5 May, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,006, select.
Washington D.C..R 1,009 per passenger.Departing Tue, 14 Apr.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from New York Newark on Tue, 14 Apr, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,009, select.
Washington D.C..R 1,133 per passenger.Departing Wed, 16 Sep.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Wed, 16 Sep, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,133, select.
Washington D.C..R 1,133 per passenger.Departing Thu, 10 Dec.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Thu, 10 Dec, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,133, select.
Washington D.C..R 1,134 per passenger.Departing Fri, 24 Jul.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from New York Newark on Fri, 24 Jul, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,134, select.
Washington D.C..R 1,134 per passenger.Departing Wed, 8 Apr.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from New York LaGuardia on Wed, 8 Apr, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,134, select.
Washington D.C..R 1,134 per passenger.Departing Thu, 26 Nov.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Thu, 26 Nov, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,134, select.
Washington D.C..R 1,134 per passenger.Departing Wed, 20 Jan.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from New York Newark on Wed, 20 Jan, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,134, select.
Washington D.C..R 1,134 per passenger.Departing Sun, 3 May.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from New York LaGuardia on Sun, 3 May, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,134, select.
Washington D.C..R 1,134 per passenger.Departing Sun, 30 Aug.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Sun, 30 Aug, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,134, select.
Washington D.C..R 1,134 per passenger.Departing Thu, 4 Jun.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Thu, 4 Jun, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,134, select.
Washington D.C..R 1,134 per passenger.Departing Sun, 29 Mar.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from New York LaGuardia on Sun, 29 Mar, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,134, select.
Washington D.C..R 1,293 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 Oct.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Thu, 1 Oct, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,293, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from New York to Washington Dulles

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like New York to Washington Dulles flights are currently cheapest in May.
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New York to Washington Dulles: Alternative routes

Compare routes from New York to Washington D.C. below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Washington Dulles.

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Baltimore Washington International

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New York to Washington D.C.: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 1,006
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time1 hr, 29 mins
Most popular airlineUnited
Average flights per week342

Finding cheap flights from New York to Washington Dulles: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from New York to Washington Dulles is R 2,091. 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 29 minutes is the average flight time from New York to Washington Dulles.
United, Republic Airways and Mesa Airlines fly direct from New York to Washington Dulles.
As of March 2026, there are 342 flights per week flying from New York to Washington Dulles.
The cheapest month to fly from New York to Washington Dulles is usually April.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from New York to Washington Dulles Airport on Tuesday, 14 April 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 29 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 Dulles 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.

Flying from New York to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD): What you need to know

  • Start your travels at one of New York's main airports, John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) or Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR). Check out your options for booking a flight from New York to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) departing from either of these.

  • Expect to be travelling for 1 hour 30 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct New York to Washington Dulles International Airport flight.

  • Washington DC's timezone is UTC-4, which is the same as New York. Washington Dulles International Airport is located in Washington DC.

  • With 14 direct flights a week between the two airports, John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) is the busiest route. Delta Air Lines operates the earliest flight at 10:13am. If you're eager to get more out of your day before jetting off, the latest flight from JFK to IAD is with Delta Air Lines at 6:12pm.

  • Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from New York to IAD. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the mad dash to your gate.

  • If you're travelling during a major holiday or other peak period, allow extra time. Get there two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at check-in and security will be longer.

Airports in New York

John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

  • Reach your destination without the detour from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). Direct flights from New York to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) can be booked from here.

  • Delta Air Lines is a popular carrier that offers direct flights from New York to Washington Dulles International Airport leaving from JFK.

  • The preferred choice for passengers flying between JFK and IAD is Delta Air Lines.

  • With 77.36% of its services arriving as scheduled, Delta Air Lines is the best performing carrier for punctuality on this route.

  • Travelling from central New York to JFK takes around 1 hour 20 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 48 kilometres in 50 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

  • Looking for a comfortable hotel close to John F. Kennedy International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from New York to Washington Dulles International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:

  • When it comes to John F. Kennedy International Airport's on-time performance, 74.1% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.

  • You'll find JFK at JFK Airport.

Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)

  • Consider starting your journey from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR). You can book a direct New York to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) plane ticket from this popular hub.

  • United Airlines has direct flights from New York to IAD leaving from EWR. Book your favourite seat and get to your destination in a single hop.

  • On the EWR to IAD route, United Airlines is the preferred choice for many passengers.

  • United Airlines is the most reliable carrier flying between Newark Liberty International Airport and Washington Dulles International Airport, with 67.72% of its services arriving on schedule.

  • You can get to EWR from the centre of New York in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 10 minutes to cover the 24 kilometres or so.

  • Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your New York to IAD flight? Check in to a hotel near Newark Liberty International Airport before your trip officially starts. Here's where you can stay:

  • Newark Liberty International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 73.3%. This figure reflects how often flights that take off from this airport make it to their destination on time.

  • You'll find EWR at Building 1, Conrad Road.

LaGuardia Airport (LGA)

  • Board once and be on your way from LaGuardia Airport (LGA). Direct flights from New York to Washington Dulles International Airport can be booked from here.

  • United Airlines is one trusted airline that offers direct New York to IAD plane tickets from LGA.

  • The preferred airline for passengers flying between LGA and IAD is United Airlines.

  • With 78.1% of its services arriving as scheduled, United Airlines is the top on-time carrier on this route.

  • The journey to LGA from the centre of New York is around 1 hour by public transport. If you're going by car, it'll take you about 25 minutes to cover the 18 kilometres or so.

  • Make catching an early New York to Washington Dulles International Airport flight the easiest part of your journey. Stay at one of these accommodation options near LaGuardia Airport and get to your boarding gate with time to spare:

  • With 80.0% of its departing flights arriving without delays, LGA is a reliable starting point for any trip.

  • The street address of LaGuardia Airport is Hangar 7 Centre.

About Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

Getting from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to central Washington DC

  • Washington Dulles International Airport is around 40 kilometres from central Washington DC. The time it takes to get to the centre by car hire or cab depends on the time of day. Do a little research before your trip.

  • It typically takes 1 hour 10 minutes when travelling by public transport.

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

  • R 1,006 is the best price for a one-way ticket from New York to Washington Dulles International Airport. Return flights start from R 2,091. These prices can change based on availability and demand.

  • Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from New York to IAD. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.

  • If you can be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across each month when searching for your New York to Washington Dulles International Airport ticket.

  • Finding a cheap plane ticket from New York to IAD is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as there's a price drop.

  • Save on your flight from New York to Washington Dulles International Airport by using the search filters. Choose your ideal departure time, duration and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

The best time to fly from New York to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

  • Think about the kind of experience you want when deciding when to fly. February is the quietest month to go to Washington DC. July is when most people book flights from New York to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD), which may be ideal if you're chasing more excitement.

  • The warmest month in Washington DC is July, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Lock in your New York to IAD plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.

  • January sees temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF). Search for cheap tickets from New York to Washington Dulles International Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

More about Washington DC

Explore more of the United States

  • Philadelphia is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be discovered after you've seen Washington DC. Around 225 kilometres away to the north-east, its best attractions include Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art.

  • Around 274 kilometres south-east of Washington DC, Virginia Beach is another essential stop in the United States. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Virginia Beach Oceanfront, Virginia Beach Boardwalk and Resort Beach.

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