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New York.RM391 per passenger.Departing Wed, 16 Apr, returning Wed, 23 Apr.Return flight with jetBlue.Outbound direct flight with jetBlue departs from Washington Ronald Reagan on Wed, 16 Apr, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Inbound direct flight with jetBlue departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Wed, 23 Apr, arriving in Washington Ronald Reagan.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM391, select.
New York.RM400 per passenger.Departing Wed, 6 Aug, returning Wed, 27 Aug.Return flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Washington Ronald Reagan on Wed, 6 Aug, arriving in New York LaGuardia.Inbound direct flight with Delta departs from New York LaGuardia on Wed, 27 Aug, arriving in Washington Ronald Reagan.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM400, select.
New York.RM401 per passenger.Departing Tue, 24 Jun, returning Tue, 1 Jul.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Washington Ronald Reagan on Tue, 24 Jun, arriving in New York Newark.Inbound direct flight with United departs from New York Newark on Tue, 1 Jul, arriving in Washington Ronald Reagan.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM401, select.
New York.RM401 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Jul, returning Tue, 8 Jul.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Washington Ronald Reagan on Tue, 1 Jul, arriving in New York Newark.Inbound direct flight with United departs from New York Newark on Tue, 8 Jul, arriving in Washington Ronald Reagan.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM401, select.
New York.RM401 per passenger.Departing Tue, 30 Dec, returning Tue, 6 Jan.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Washington Dulles on Tue, 30 Dec, arriving in New York LaGuardia.Inbound direct flight with United departs from New York LaGuardia on Tue, 6 Jan, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM401, select.
New York.RM401 per passenger.Departing Sat, 3 Jan, returning Sat, 10 Jan.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Washington Dulles on Sat, 3 Jan, arriving in New York LaGuardia.Inbound direct flight with United departs from New York LaGuardia on Sat, 10 Jan, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM401, select.
New York.RM401 per passenger.Departing Tue, 22 Jul, returning Tue, 5 Aug.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Washington Ronald Reagan on Tue, 22 Jul, arriving in New York Newark.Inbound direct flight with United departs from New York Newark on Tue, 5 Aug, arriving in Washington Ronald Reagan.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM401, select.
New York.RM401 per passenger.Departing Tue, 17 Jun, returning Tue, 24 Jun.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Washington Ronald Reagan on Tue, 17 Jun, arriving in New York Newark.Inbound direct flight with United departs from New York Newark on Tue, 24 Jun, arriving in Washington Ronald Reagan.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM401, 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 Washington D.C. to New York flights are currently cheapest in April.
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Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Washington D.C. to New York? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Washington D.C. to New York: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRM391
Cheapest month to flyApril
Average flight time1 hr, 27 mins
Most popular airlineRepublic Airways
Average flights per week1,890

Finding cheap flights from Washington D.C. to New York: Frequently asked questions

There are 6 airports in New York: New York LaGuardia, New York Newark, New York John F. Kennedy, Westchester County, Islip, and Stewart International.
The best price we found for a return flight from Washington D.C. to New York is RM391. 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 26 minutes is the average flight time from Washington D.C. to New York.
Republic Airways, American Airlines and United fly direct from Washington D.C. to New York.
As of March 2025, there are 1,890 flights per week flying from Washington D.C. to New York.
The cheapest month to fly from Washington D.C. to New York is usually March 2025.
If you're flying from Washington D.C., the cheapest airport near New York is New York John F. Kennedy – which is 20.9 km away from the centre of New York. We've found flights into this airport from RM391.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Washington D.C. to New York on Wednesday, 16 April 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 26 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 New York 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 New York is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In March, the average temperature is usually around 4°C. July is typically the warmest month in New York, when it usually averages around 27°C. You can expect the least rain in February. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -4°C. The rainiest month is August.
The cheapest airline that flies to New York is jetBlue .

Travelling from Washington DC to New York: what you need to know

  • Begin your journey at one of Washington DC's main airports, Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) or Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). Explore your options for booking a flight from Washington DC to New York taking off from either of these.

  • When it comes to arriving in New York, Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) is a major hub. Another is John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK).

  • A direct flight from Washington DC to New York takes on average 1 hour 24 minutes. New York's timezone is UTC-4 — the same as Washington DC.

  • Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) is the most popular route between these two cities. There are 726 weekly departures to choose from. If you prefer starting your day later, the last flight from Washington DC to New York is with United Airlines at 20:10. Opt for the first DCA to JFK departure with United Airlines at 06:00 if you're more of an early bird.

  • To ensure you catch your flight from Washington DC to New York, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.

  • Delays at check-in and security are likely if you're heading away during high season, so allow a little extra breathing room. A good general rule for peak times? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.

  • You won't need a visa or passport to fly within United States. You will need a valid proof of identity though, like an ID card or driver's licence. Put them on your packing checklist once you've booked cheap flights from Washington DC to New York.

Flying from Washington DC

Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)

  • Take off from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) on a direct flight from Washington DC to New York. These New York airports have seamless connections to DCA:

    • Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)

    • John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

    • LaGuardia Airport (LGA)

  • At DCA, there's a good selection of carriers that offer direct flights from Washington DC to New York, such as:

  • We make it a cinch to find a flight from Washington DC to New York with a stopover. To see all the options leaving from Ronald Reagan National Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply select a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Major stopovers include:

    • Logan International Airport (BOS)

    • Martha's Vineyard Airport (MVY)

    • Greater Rochester International Airport (ROC)

  • DCA is about 8 kilometres from central Washington DC. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 16 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be approximately 43 minutes.

  • Catching an early flight from Washington DC to New York? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels near Ronald Reagan National Airport:

Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

  • Looking for a direct flight from Washington DC to New York jetting off from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)? You can fly nonstop from IAD to these airports:

    • Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)

    • John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

    • LaGuardia Airport (LGA)

  • United Airlines has direct flights from Washington DC to New York out of IAD. Book your favourite window (or aisle) seat and reach your destination in a single hop.

  • Get the most out of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Washington DC to New York. Visit family or friends or tick another city off your bucket list. Whatever you choose to do, check out these stops between Ronald Reagan National Airport and New York:

    • Logan International Airport (BOS)

    • Martha's Vineyard Airport (MVY)

    • Greater Rochester International Airport (ROC)

  • With public transport, you can travel from central Washington DC to IAD in about 3 hours and 26 minutes. The terminal is roughly 56 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 51 minutes.

  • Get your holiday started early with an extra night away from home. Before your flight from Washington DC to New York, take it easy in one of these hotels close to Washington Dulles International Airport:

Arriving in New York

Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)

  • Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to central New York is roughly 24 kilometres. It takes around 28 minutes to get to the centre driving.

  • If you're using public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour and 11 minutes.

  • Book a hotel near EWR if you're taking a late flight from Washington DC to New York. Select one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:

John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

  • The centre of New York is around 48 kilometres from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). After your flight from Washington DC to New York has landed and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 48 minutes.

  • The trip will take about 1 hour and 20 minutes on public transport.

  • After your flight from Washington DC to New York, unwind at a hotel close to JFK. These are some comfortable options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:

How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to New York

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to New York is RM188. For a return flight on this route, the best price is RM391. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares could change.

  • To snag cheap tickets from Washington DC to New York, book your journey 9 months before the departure date.

  • May is the cheapest month for tickets from Washington DC to New York. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.

  • Getting a cheap ticket from Washington DC to New York is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as the price has dropped.

  • Use filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Washington DC to New York, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.

Best time to go to New York

  • It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Washington DC to New York. August is the most popular month to travel to New York. If you like a quieter atmosphere, go in February.

  • The warmest month in New York is July, with the temperature ranging between 18ºC and 30ºC. Lock in your flights from Washington DC to New York in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.

  • If you like cooler conditions, lock in a cheap ticket from Washington DC to New York in January when temperatures average between -6ºC and 8ºC.

More about New York

  • Start your New York trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Washington DC to New York, check out our selection of accommodation options including:

  • Statue of Liberty and Central Park are just two of the major attractions to add to your New York travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Empire State Building.

Complete your New York trip with a car rental

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