$79 Cheap Flights from West Palm Beach (PBI) to Washington (DCA)

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Cheap Flights from West Palm Beach to Washington (PBI-DCA)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $79 for one-way flights and $137 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

JetBlue Airways
Wed, Oct 1 - Sat, Oct 4
PBI
West Palm Beach
DCA
Washington
$137 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$137
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Wed, Oct 1 from West Palm Beach to Washington, returning Sat, Oct 4, priced at $137 found 1 hour ago
American Airlines
Thu, Aug 21 - Wed, Sep 3
PBI
West Palm Beach
DCA
Washington
$147 Roundtrip, found 10 hours ago
$147
Roundtrip
found 10 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Thu, Aug 21 from West Palm Beach to Washington, returning Wed, Sep 3, priced at $147 found 10 hours ago
JetBlue Airways
Tue, Nov 18 - Sat, Dec 6
PBI
West Palm Beach
DCA
Washington
$154 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$154
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Tue, Nov 18 from West Palm Beach to Washington, returning Sat, Dec 6, priced at $154 found 4 days ago
Southwest Airlines
Wed, Oct 1 - Sat, Oct 4
PBI
West Palm Beach
DCA
Washington
$157 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$157
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Wed, Oct 1 from West Palm Beach to Washington, returning Sat, Oct 4, priced at $157 found 1 hour ago
JetBlue Airways
Wed, Oct 1 - Sat, Oct 4
PBI
West Palm Beach
DCA
Washington
$157 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$157
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Wed, Oct 1 from West Palm Beach to Washington, returning Sat, Oct 4, priced at $157 found 1 hour ago
American Airlines
Tue, Aug 12 - Tue, Aug 19
PBI
West Palm Beach
DCA
Washington
$158 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$158
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, Aug 12 from West Palm Beach to Washington, returning Tue, Aug 19, priced at $158 found 4 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Wed, Oct 1 - Sat, Oct 4
PBI
West Palm Beach
DCA
Washington
$162 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$162
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Wed, Oct 1 from West Palm Beach to Washington, returning Sat, Oct 4, priced at $162 found 1 hour ago
JetBlue Airways
Mon, Aug 4 - Sat, Aug 9
PBI
West Palm Beach
DCA
Washington
$164 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$164
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Mon, Aug 4 from West Palm Beach to Washington, returning Sat, Aug 9, priced at $164 found 1 hour ago
Delta
Wed, Jul 30 - Mon, Aug 4
PBI
West Palm Beach
DCA
Washington
$178 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$178
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Wed, Jul 30 from West Palm Beach to Washington, returning Mon, Aug 4, priced at $178 found 3 hours ago
United
Thu, Aug 21 - Sun, Aug 24
PBI
West Palm Beach
DCA
Washington
$191 Roundtrip, just found
$191
Roundtrip
just found
Select United flight, departing Thu, Aug 21 from West Palm Beach to Washington, returning Sun, Aug 24, priced at $191 just found

Find the cheapest month to fly from West Palm Beach (PBI) to Washington (DCA)

August is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $96 - $147 per traveler.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

Flights from West Palm Beach (PBI) to Washington (DCA)
Origin airport
Palm Beach Intl.
Destination airport
Ronald Reagan Washington National
Airlines serving
American Airlines, Delta, JetBlue Airways, Southwest Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$137
Distance
858 mi
Average flight time
2 hours 27 mins

West Palm Beach to Washington Flights

The cheapest times to fly from West Palm Beach 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 West Palm Beach to Washington are during the month of October. You can find some of the cheapest flights from West Palm Beach to Washington with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from West Palm Beach to Washington

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from West Palm Beach 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 West Palm Beach 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 West Palm Beach to Washington in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $79 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 West Palm Beach 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 West Palm Beach 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 Palm Beach Intl. Airport (PBI) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) cost?
Cheap return flights from Palm Beach Intl. Airport (PBI) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) start from $137. This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a JetBlue Airways flight leaving PBI on July 26 2025 and touching down at DCA. The price was last updated on July 2 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from PBI to DCA?
The cheapest flights from PBI to DCA are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
Which airlines fly direct from Palm Beach Intl. Airport (PBI) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)?
When setting off from Palm Beach Intl. Airport (PBI), you can get on a direct flight to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) with American Airlines.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from PBI to DCA?
At the moment, the cheapest airline offering one-way flights from PBI to DCA is JetBlue Airways. You can jet off on this route from $77. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from PBI on September 20 2025. Prices were last updated on July 2 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Palm Beach Intl. Airport (PBI) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)?
When jetting out of Palm Beach Intl. Airport (PBI), you can pick from an average of 5 daily nonstop flights to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA).
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Palm Beach Intl. Airport (PBI) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)?
Flights between PBI and DCA tend to be busiest at 12 PM. For a more relaxed atmosphere and potentially cheaper prices, look for a departure outside the usual busy windows.
What day of the week has the most flights from PBI to DCA?
If you depart on a Friday, you'll get the greatest range of choices for flights from Palm Beach Intl. Airport (PBI) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA).
What is the earliest flight from Palm Beach Intl. Airport (PBI) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)?
Palm Beach Intl. Airport (PBI)'s first flight to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) is at approximately 10:38AM UTC-5. With a travel duration of 2h 39m, you'll land at around 1:17PM UTC-5.
How long does it take to fly from Palm Beach Intl. Airport (PBI) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)?
Typically, it takes 2 hours and 30 minutes to cover the 860 mi from PBI to DCA.
What airline has the least delays from PBI to DCA?
With 81% of journeys generally arriving as scheduled, American Airlines has the best on-time performance for nonstop flights from Palm Beach Intl. Airport (PBI) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA). To keep track of your flight status and get notifications about any changes, simply head to the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from Palm Beach Intl. Airport (PBI) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)?
Choose a flight from Palm Beach Intl. Airport (PBI) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) that leaves before 3 PM to reduce the likelihood 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 Washington from Palm Beach Intl. Airport (PBI)?
You can arrive at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) or Baltimore Washington Intl. Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) when you travel to Washington on a direct flight from Palm Beach Intl. Airport (PBI).
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Palm Beach Intl. Airport (PBI) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) last-minute?
Holding off until right before your break to book a ticket from PBI to DCA often results in higher prices. While you may find some last-minute offers, they're not always guaranteed. Be flexible with your itinerary to maximize your chances of getting a bargain.
Is it cheaper to book a PBI to DCA flight and hotel package?
You'll generally save money by securing a PBI to DCA flight and hotel package compared to booking separately. In fact, you could save hundreds of dollars by bundling with Expedia. And it's simple to manage it all in one place. After choosing your ideal flights and accommodations, you can add extras such as activities, car rentals and tours.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Palm Beach Intl. Airport (PBI) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)?
It's generally possible to reschedule or cancel your PBI to DCA flight. However, for bookings made more than 24 hours ago, additional fees may apply. Refer to your airline's policies in your itinerary to see what changes are possible and if any costs are involved. You'll also find further details on our Customer Service portal.

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