$65 Cheap Flights from Washington (DCA) to Austin (AUS)

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Popular airlines from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS)

Cheap Flights from Washington to Austin (DCA-AUS)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $65 for one-way flights and $138 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Frontier Airlines
Sun, Dec 7 - Mon, Dec 8
DCA
Washington
AUS
Austin
$138 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$138
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sun, Dec 7 from Washington to Austin, returning Mon, Dec 8, priced at $138 found 2 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Thu, Dec 4 - Mon, Dec 8
DCA
Washington
AUS
Austin
$140 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$140
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Dec 4 from Washington to Austin, returning Mon, Dec 8, priced at $140 found 1 hour ago
Frontier Airlines
Sat, Jan 24 - Sun, Feb 1
DCA
Washington
AUS
Austin
$142 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$142
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, Jan 24 from Washington to Austin, returning Sun, Feb 1, priced at $142 found 3 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Thu, Dec 4 - Sun, Dec 7
DCA
Washington
AUS
Austin
$144 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$144
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Dec 4 from Washington to Austin, returning Sun, Dec 7, priced at $144 found 1 hour ago
Frontier Airlines
Sun, Nov 16 - Mon, Nov 17
DCA
Washington
AUS
Austin
$146 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$146
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sun, Nov 16 from Washington to Austin, returning Mon, Nov 17, priced at $146 found 2 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Fri, Jan 23 - Sun, Feb 1
DCA
Washington
AUS
Austin
$148 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$148
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Jan 23 from Washington to Austin, returning Sun, Feb 1, priced at $148 found 7 hours ago
JetBlue Airways
Sat, Jan 31 - Sat, Feb 7
DCA
Washington
AUS
Austin
$210 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$210
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Sat, Jan 31 from Washington to Austin, returning Sat, Feb 7, priced at $210 found 1 hour ago
Delta
Wed, Dec 3 - Wed, Dec 10
DCA
Washington
AUS
Austin
$383 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$383
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Delta flight, departing Wed, Dec 3 from Washington to Austin, returning Wed, Dec 10, priced at $383 found 1 day ago
American Airlines
Mon, Nov 24 - Thu, Nov 27
DCA
Washington
AUS
Austin
$390 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$390
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Mon, Nov 24 from Washington to Austin, returning Thu, Nov 27, priced at $390 found 3 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Tue, Jan 13 - Tue, Jan 20
DCA
Washington
AUS
Austin
$397 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$397
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Tue, Jan 13 from Washington to Austin, returning Tue, Jan 20, priced at $397 found 6 hours ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Washington (DCA) to Austin (AUS)

March is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $120 - $508 per traveler.

Alternative airports near Austin

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

Select flight to Austin-Bergstrom Intl. AUS. Cheapest and Closest option available. Average driving time to city center is 11 minutes. Flights from $557
AUS
Austin-Bergstrom Intl.
CheapestClosest
Average driving time to city center11 min
Flights from $557
Flights from Washington (DCA) to Austin (AUS)
Origin airport
Ronald Reagan Washington National
Destination airport
Austin-Bergstrom Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, JetBlue Airways, Southwest Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$138
Distance
1313 mi
Average flight time
3 hours 18 mins

Washington to Austin Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Washington to Austin

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 Washington to Austin are during the month of December. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Washington to Austin with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Washington to Austin

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Washington to Austin: 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 Washington to Austin

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 Washington to Austin in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $65 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 Washington to Austin 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 Washington to Austin 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 Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) cost?
Lock in a cheap one-way flight from $65 or cheap return flight from $138 from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) 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 Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS)?
The cheapest month to fly from DCA to AUS is December, when demand is low. Off-peak months are typically when you'll find cheap fares for travel between these airports.
Which airlines fly direct from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS)?
When flying out of Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), you can board a nonstop flight to Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) with Southwest Airlines.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS)?
Expedia's filter tool lets you easily compare airlines, flight times and baggage options all in one place. Tailor the search to your trip, then sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to find the carrier with the cheapest DCA to AUS flight.
How many flights per day from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS)?
On average, Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) only offers 1 direct flight to Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) every day. For more choices, try our easy-to-use filters. Simply enter your details, then select "1 Stop" or "2+ Stops" to find flights with layovers.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS)?
More passengers fly between DCA and AUS at 5 PM than at any other point in the day. Looking for a quieter experience? Try choosing a quieter departure window and you could save on your ticket as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from DCA to AUS?
Depart on a Friday if you're looking for the biggest selection of flights from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS).
What is the earliest flight from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS)?
Hop on the earliest flight at around 5:25PM UTC-5, heading out of Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA). You'll be in the air for roughly 3h 50m, arriving at Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) at approximately 8:15PM UTC-6.
How long does it take to fly from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS)?
The average flight duration from DCA to AUS is 3 hours and 54 minutes, covering a distance of 1,300 mi.
What is the best time to fly from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS)?
Select a flight from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) that takes off before 3 PM to reduce the risk of delays and cancellations. Departures after this time have a 22% higher chance of being canceled, on average.**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 Austin from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)?
If you've booked a direct flight from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Austin, Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) is the only airport you can touch down at.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) last-minute?
Booking your flight from DCA to AUS shortly before your getaway is usually more expensive. But if there's some wiggle room with your schedule, you could grab a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a DCA to AUS flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging hotels and flights separately, booking a DCA to AUS flight and hotel package with Expedia could lead to significant savings. Better still, having everything in one place will take the hassle out of travel planning. Just pick your flights and select from our wide range of stays, then personalize your trip with extras like activities, tours and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS)?
In most cases, you can reschedule or cancel your DCA to AUS flight. However, there may be additional fees, especially if your booking was made over 24 hours ago. Check your itinerary for the airline's guidelines and fees on flight changes, or if you'd like further information, visit our Customer Service portal.

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