$69 Cheap Flights from Raleigh (RDU) to Washington (DCA)

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Today's featured flight deals from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)

Nonstop
Carry-on included
Lower price than typical

Cheap Flights from Raleigh to Washington (RDU-DCA)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $69 for one-way flights and $137 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Delta
Mon, Nov 3 - Thu, Nov 6
RDU
Raleigh
DCA
Washington
$137 Roundtrip, just found
$137
Roundtrip
just found
Select Delta flight, departing Mon, Nov 3 from Raleigh to Washington, returning Thu, Nov 6, priced at $137 just found
American Airlines
Mon, Dec 15 - Wed, Dec 17
RDU
Raleigh
DCA
Washington
$138 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$138
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Mon, Dec 15 from Raleigh to Washington, returning Wed, Dec 17, priced at $138 found 4 hours ago
American Airlines
Thu, Oct 30 - Mon, Nov 3
RDU
Raleigh
DCA
Washington
$139 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$139
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Thu, Oct 30 from Raleigh to Washington, returning Mon, Nov 3, priced at $139 found 1 hour ago
Delta
Fri, Oct 31 - Mon, Nov 3
RDU
Raleigh
DCA
Washington
$154 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$154
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Delta flight, departing Fri, Oct 31 from Raleigh to Washington, returning Mon, Nov 3, priced at $154 found 1 hour ago
American Airlines
Tue, Jan 13 - Sat, Jan 17
RDU
Raleigh
DCA
Washington
$156 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$156
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, Jan 13 from Raleigh to Washington, returning Sat, Jan 17, priced at $156 found 7 hours ago
American Airlines
Fri, Oct 31 - Mon, Nov 3
RDU
Raleigh
DCA
Washington
$157 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$157
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Fri, Oct 31 from Raleigh to Washington, returning Mon, Nov 3, priced at $157 found 1 hour ago
Delta
Tue, Dec 2 - Sun, Dec 14
RDU
Raleigh
DCA
Washington
$158 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$158
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Delta flight, departing Tue, Dec 2 from Raleigh to Washington, returning Sun, Dec 14, priced at $158 found 1 day ago
JetBlue Airways
Thu, Oct 30 - Mon, Nov 3
RDU
Raleigh
DCA
Washington
$185 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$185
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Thu, Oct 30 from Raleigh to Washington, returning Mon, Nov 3, priced at $185 found 1 hour ago
United
Tue, Dec 9 - Tue, Dec 16
RDU
Raleigh
DCA
Washington
$343 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$343
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Tue, Dec 9 from Raleigh to Washington, returning Tue, Dec 16, priced at $343 found 2 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Thu, Nov 13 - Thu, Nov 20
RDU
Raleigh
DCA
Washington
$392 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$392
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Thu, Nov 13 from Raleigh to Washington, returning Thu, Nov 20, priced at $392 found 2 hours ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Raleigh (RDU) to Washington (DCA)

April is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $97 - $179 per traveler.

Alternative airports near Washington

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to Baltimore Washington Intl. Thurgood Marshall BWI. Average driving time to city center is 40 minutes. Flights from $197
BWI
Baltimore Washington Intl. Thurgood Marshall
Average driving time to city center40 min
Flights from $197
Select flight to Washington Dulles Intl. IAD. Cheapest option available. Average driving time to city center is 36 minutes. Flights from $184
IAD
Washington Dulles Intl.
Cheapest
Average driving time to city center36 min
Flights from $184
Flights from Raleigh (RDU) to Washington (DCA)
Origin airport
Raleigh - Durham Intl.
Destination airport
Ronald Reagan Washington National
Airlines serving
American Airlines, Delta, JetBlue Airways, Southwest Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$137
Distance
226 mi
Average flight time
1 hour 21 mins

Raleigh to Washington Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Raleigh to Washington

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Raleigh to Washington are during the month of November. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Raleigh to Washington with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Raleigh to Washington

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Raleigh to Washington: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Raleigh to Washington

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Raleigh to Washington in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $69 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Raleigh to Washington flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Raleigh to Washington airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) cost?
Grab a cheap one-way flight from $69 or cheap return flight from $137 from Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to see our cheapest flight offers on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)?
The cheapest month to fly from RDU to DCA is November, when demand is low. Off-peak months are typically when better flight deals are available between these airports.
Which airlines fly direct from Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)?
You can travel nonstop from Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) on an American Airlines flight.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)?
The cheapest airline to offer flights between Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) and Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) can change depending on your travel plans. Delta Air Lines and American Airlines are just some well-known options offering reasonable prices. Use Expedia's search tool to compare airlines in one place and find the right RDU to DCA flight for your budget.
How many flights per day from Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)?
Every day on average, 8 nonstop flights operate from Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA). Choose the departure time that best fits your itinerary.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)?
More passengers fly between RDU and DCA at 6 AM than at any other point in the day. Rather skip the crowds? Try choosing a quieter departure window and you could save on your fare as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from RDU to DCA?
If you fly on a Thursday, you'll get the largest range of options for flights from Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA).
What is the earliest flight from Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)?
Hop on the earliest flight at around 5:55AM UTC-5, leaving from Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU). You'll be traveling for about 1h 21m, touching down at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) at approximately 7:16AM UTC-5.
How long does it take to fly from Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)?
It takes roughly 1 hour and 16 minutes to fly the 230 mi from RDU to DCA.
What is the best time to fly from Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)?
To avoid possible delays on the Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) route, travel before 3 PM. Later departures have a 22% higher chance of cancellation.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Washington from Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU)?
Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) has direct flights to Washington. Here are some of the airports you can fly to without stops:

  • Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)
  • Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD)
  • Baltimore Washington Intl. Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)

Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) last-minute?
Booking your ticket from RDU to DCA just before your journey is generally more expensive. However, if there's some wiggle room with your departure times and dates, you could score a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a RDU to DCA flight and hotel package?
Opting for a RDU to DCA flight and hotel package tends to be cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the ease of organizing your trip in one place. Choose from our impressive range of accommodations and then add flights, activities and car rentals to your booking. Bundle everything together, and you could save hundreds of dollars.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)?
Usually, it's possible to cancel or reschedule your RDU to DCA flight. However, if the booking was made more than 24 hours ago, additional charges may apply. Refer to your airline's policies in your itinerary to see what changes are possible and whether any costs are involved. You'll also find further details on our Customer Service portal.

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