Travelling from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Washington Ronald Reagan Airport (DCA): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 15 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Washington Ronald Reagan Airport.
Philadelphia and Washington DC are in the UTC-5 timezone. That means there's no time difference to consider.
Take your pick of 14 weekly Philadelphia International Airport to Washington Ronald Reagan Airport flights. The 05:32 departure with American Airlines is the earliest available. American Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 19:33.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your PHL to DCA flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Travelling during a peak time like August? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
American Airlines is your gateway to exploring Washington DC (and maybe even some other exciting corners of the United States!). Check out the direct flights from Philadelphia International Airport to Washington Ronald Reagan Airport offered by this airline.
The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is American Airlines.
With 67.87% of its services landing on schedule, American Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating PHL to DCA flights.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Philadelphia International Airport to Washington Ronald Reagan Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Check out these options between PHL and DCA:
Raleigh / Durham Airport
Pittsburgh International Airport
Providence Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Washington Ronald Reagan Airport (DCA)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Philadelphia International Airport to Washington Ronald Reagan Airport flight is R 1,966. A round-trip ticket is currently R 3,942. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Score cheap tickets from PHL to DCA by booking one month ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
Plan your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Philadelphia International Airport to Washington Ronald Reagan Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across every month.
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Select your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Philadelphia International Airport to Washington Ronald Reagan Airport.
Handy information about Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
PHL's address is 8500 Essington Ave.
77% of flights that take off from Philadelphia International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Philadelphia International Airport is around 18 kilometres from central Philadelphia. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport takes about 30 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel near PHL? If you're boarding an early flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Washington Ronald Reagan Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Washington Ronald Reagan Airport (DCA)
Consider staying in a hotel close to DCA if you're catching a late Philadelphia International Airport to Washington Ronald Reagan Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Travel at your own pace with a Washington Ronald Reagan Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Thrifty, Sixt or Dollar and see more of Washington DC and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport about four weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport (DCA) to central Washington DC
DCA is located at 1 Aviation Circle.
Washington Ronald Reagan Airport is roughly 6 kilometres from the centre of Washington DC. The drive time takes about 10 minutes.
It takes roughly 25 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Washington Ronald Reagan Airport (DCA)
The quietest month for a flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Washington Ronald Reagan Airport is March, while August is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Washington DC based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Book your flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Washington Ronald Reagan Airport for July if you want to go to Washington DC during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from PHL to DCA in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -6ºC (21ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) on average.
Explore more of the United States
New York is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Washington DC. Around 322 kilometres away to the north-east, popular attractions include Central Park, Statue of Liberty and Metropolitan Museum of Art.
If you want to check out another major stop in the United States, head for Philadelphia, about 193 kilometres north-east of Washington DC. Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art are highlights.
