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Washington D.C..R 1,384 per passenger.Departing Wed, 19 Nov.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Tampa International on Wed, 19 Nov, arriving in Washington Ronald Reagan.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,384, select.
Washington D.C..R 1,384 per passenger.Departing Wed, 6 Aug.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Tampa International on Wed, 6 Aug, arriving in Washington Ronald Reagan.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,384, select.
Washington D.C..R 1,389 per passenger.Departing Thu, 18 Sep.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Tampa International on Thu, 18 Sep, arriving in Washington Ronald Reagan.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,389, select.
Washington D.C..R 1,392 per passenger.Departing Thu, 11 Dec.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Tampa International on Thu, 11 Dec, arriving in Washington Ronald Reagan.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,392, select.
Washington D.C..R 1,395 per passenger.Departing Wed, 1 Oct.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Tampa International on Wed, 1 Oct, arriving in Washington Ronald Reagan.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,395, select.
Washington D.C..R 2,450 per passenger.Departing Thu, 8 Jan.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Tampa International on Thu, 8 Jan, arriving in Washington Ronald Reagan.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,450, select.
Washington D.C..R 2,717 per passenger.Departing Sun, 27 Jul.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Tampa International on Sun, 27 Jul, arriving in Washington Ronald Reagan.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,717, select.
Washington D.C..R 2,996 per passenger.Departing Sat, 26 Jul.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Tampa International on Sat, 26 Jul, arriving in Washington Ronald Reagan.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,996, select.

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Direct flights from Tampa to Washington Ronald Reagan

Tampa to Washington Ronald Reagan: Alternative routes

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

Tampa to Washington D.C.: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 1,384
Cheapest month to flyAugust
Average flight time2 hrs, 18 mins
Most popular airlineAmerican Airlines
Average flights per week51

Finding cheap flights from Tampa to Washington Ronald Reagan: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Tampa to Washington Ronald Reagan is R 2,769. 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.
2 hours and 18 minutes is the average flight time from Tampa to Washington Ronald Reagan.
American Airlines, Southwest Airlines and Alaska Airlines fly direct from Tampa to Washington Ronald Reagan.
As of July 2025, there are 51 flights per week flying from Tampa to Washington Ronald Reagan.
The cheapest month to fly from Tampa to Washington Ronald Reagan is usually August.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Tampa to Washington Ronald Reagan Airport on Tuesday, 19 August 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 18 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 Ronald Reagan 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.
The cheapest airline that flies to Washington Ronald Reagan is Southwest Airlines .

Flying from Tampa to Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA): What you need to know

  • Your adventure gets underway at one of Tampa's main airports, Tampa International Airport (TPA) or St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE). Check out your options for booking a flight from Tampa to Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) taking off from either of these bases.

  • Take a direct Tampa to Ronald Reagan National Airport flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 15 minutes.

  • Washington DC (where Ronald Reagan National Airport is located) and Tampa share the UTC-4 timezone. You'll have no time difference to factor in for your trip.

  • With 34 direct flights a week between the two airports, Tampa International Airport (TPA) to Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) is the busiest route. American Airlines operates the earliest flight at 7am. If you prefer to make the most of your day before taking off, the last flight from TPA to DCA is with American Airlines at 7:46pm.

  • Leave enough time to get on your flight from Tampa to DCA. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • With more people on the move during high season, you'll want to be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will help you deal with longer queues.

Airports in Tampa

Tampa International Airport (TPA)

  • You can find a direct flight from Tampa to Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) leaving from Tampa International Airport (TPA).

  • You can book a direct flight from Tampa to Ronald Reagan National Airport with American Airlines. This popular airline offers services from TPA.

  • The preferred choice for passengers flying between TPA and DCA is American Airlines.

  • Southwest Airlines is the most punctual carrier on this route, with 78.13% of its services landing on schedule.

  • Travelling from central Tampa to TPA takes around 55 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 13 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • In search of a comfortable hotel near Tampa International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Tampa to Ronald Reagan National Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:

  • 78.59% of flights departing from Tampa International Airport touch down at their destination on time.

  • The address for TPA is 5507 West Spruce Street.

St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE)

  • PIE is around 29 kilometres from central Tampa. It'll take you 25 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 2 hours 10 minutes.

  • Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your Tampa to DCA flight? Relax in a hotel near St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport before your break officially starts. These stays are expecting you:

  • St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 77.01%. This figure provides insight into how often flights that take off from this airport land at their destination on time.

  • PIE is located at Suite 221 - Terminal Building.

About Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)

Getting from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) to central Washington DC

  • Central Washington DC is around 6 kilometres from Ronald Reagan National Airport. Travel times by car hire or cab will vary based on time of day and traffic conditions, so do some research ahead of your trip.

  • Travelling by public transport will take you roughly 45 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from Tampa to Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)

  • Currently, R 1,384 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Tampa to Ronald Reagan National Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 2,769. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Tampa to DCA. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.

  • The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest Tampa to Ronald Reagan National Airport tickets across each month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.

  • Never miss a deal on plane tickets from Tampa to DCA by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when prices go down.

  • Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Tampa to Ronald Reagan National Airport.

The best time to fly from Tampa to Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)

  • Think about the pace you're looking for when deciding the best time to fly. May is the quietest month to visit Washington DC. July is when most people book flights from Tampa to Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA), which may be perfect if you're after more action.

  • When booking your Tampa to DCA plane ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. July is the warmest month in Washington DC, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).

  • January sees temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Tampa to Ronald Reagan National Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.

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 explored once you've seen the sights of Washington DC. Around 209 kilometres away to the north-east, well-known attractions include Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art.

  • If you're ready to explore another side of the United States, consider Virginia Beach, roughly 241 kilometres south-east of Washington DC. Virginia Beach Oceanfront, Virginia Beach Boardwalk and Resort Beach are among its highlights.

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