$90 Cheap Flights from Hartford (BDL) to Washington (DCA)

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Cheap Flights from Hartford to Washington (BDL-DCA)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $90 for one-way flights and $177 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

American Airlines
Tue, Sep 16 - Wed, Sep 17
BDL
Hartford
DCA
Washington
$177 Roundtrip, just found
$177
Roundtrip
just found
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, Sep 16 from Hartford to Washington, returning Wed, Sep 17, priced at $177 just found
American Airlines
Fri, Oct 17 - Wed, Oct 22
BDL
Hartford
DCA
Washington
$183 Roundtrip, just found
$183
Roundtrip
just found
Select American Airlines flight, departing Fri, Oct 17 from Hartford to Washington, returning Wed, Oct 22, priced at $183 just found
American Airlines
Fri, Oct 31 - Sun, Nov 2
BDL
Hartford
DCA
Washington
$184 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$184
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Fri, Oct 31 from Hartford to Washington, returning Sun, Nov 2, priced at $184 found 3 days ago
American Airlines
Mon, Nov 3 - Wed, Nov 5
BDL
Hartford
DCA
Washington
$186 Roundtrip, just found
$186
Roundtrip
just found
Select American Airlines flight, departing Mon, Nov 3 from Hartford to Washington, returning Wed, Nov 5, priced at $186 just found
American Airlines
Wed, Oct 29 - Fri, Oct 31
BDL
Hartford
DCA
Washington
$187 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$187
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Wed, Oct 29 from Hartford to Washington, returning Fri, Oct 31, priced at $187 found 1 hour ago
Southwest Airlines
Wed, Oct 29 - Fri, Oct 31
BDL
Hartford
DCA
Washington
$188 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$188
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Wed, Oct 29 from Hartford to Washington, returning Fri, Oct 31, priced at $188 found 1 hour ago
American Airlines
Fri, Aug 29 - Mon, Sep 1
BDL
Hartford
DCA
Washington
$189 Roundtrip, just found
$189
Roundtrip
just found
Select American Airlines flight, departing Fri, Aug 29 from Hartford to Washington, returning Mon, Sep 1, priced at $189 just found
Delta
Tue, Sep 16 - Wed, Sep 17
BDL
Hartford
DCA
Washington
$197 Roundtrip, just found
$197
Roundtrip
just found
Select Delta flight, departing Tue, Sep 16 from Hartford to Washington, returning Wed, Sep 17, priced at $197 just found
JetBlue Airways
Tue, Sep 2 - Sun, Sep 7
BDL
Hartford
DCA
Washington
$245 Roundtrip, just found
$245
Roundtrip
just found
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Tue, Sep 2 from Hartford to Washington, returning Sun, Sep 7, priced at $245 just found
United
Sun, Nov 2 - Tue, Nov 18
BDL
Hartford
DCA
Washington
$269 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$269
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select United flight, departing Sun, Nov 2 from Hartford to Washington, returning Tue, Nov 18, priced at $269 found 4 days ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Hartford (BDL) to Washington (DCA)

September is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $145 - $214 per traveler.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

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. Cheapest option available. Average driving time to city center is 40 minutes. Flights from $259
BWI
Baltimore Washington Intl. Thurgood Marshall
Cheapest
Average driving time to city center40 min
Flights from $259
Select flight to Washington Dulles Intl. IAD. Average driving time to city center is 36 minutes. Flights from $289
IAD
Washington Dulles Intl.
Average driving time to city center36 min
Flights from $289
Flights from Hartford (BDL) to Washington (DCA)
Origin airport
Bradley Intl.
Destination airport
Ronald Reagan Washington National
Airlines serving
American Airlines, Delta, JetBlue Airways, Southwest Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$171
Distance
312 mi
Average flight time
1 hour 30 mins

Hartford to Washington Flights

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

 

The best time to book a flight from Hartford to Washington

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Hartford 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 Hartford 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 Hartford to Washington in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $90 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 Hartford 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 Hartford 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 Bradley Intl. Airport (BDL) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) cost?
Grab cheap return fares starting from $156 from Bradley Intl. Airport (BDL) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA). 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 American Airlines and Southwest Airlines flight leaving BDL on August 19 2025 and touching down at DCA. The price was last updated on July 23 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from BDL to DCA?
The cheapest flights from BDL 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 Bradley Intl. Airport (BDL) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)?
You can travel nonstop from Bradley Intl. Airport (BDL) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) on an American Airlines flight.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from BDL to DCA?
Currently, the cheapest carrier operating one-way flights from BDL to DCA is American Airlines. You can book a seat on this route from $98. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from BDL on September 6 2025. Prices were last updated on July 23 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Bradley Intl. Airport (BDL) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)?
With, on average, 5 nonstop flights departing from Bradley Intl. Airport (BDL) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) daily, you'll be soaring through the skies in no time.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Bradley Intl. Airport (BDL) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)?
Flights between BDL and DCA are their busiest at 12 PM. If you want a quieter experience and possibly cheaper tickets, look for a departure outside the usual busy windows.
What day of the week has the most flights from BDL to DCA?
If you fly on a Friday, you'll get the biggest range of choices for flights from Bradley Intl. Airport (BDL) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA).
What is the earliest flight from Bradley Intl. Airport (BDL) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)?
Bradley Intl. Airport (BDL)'s first flight to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) is at approximately 5:07AM UTC-5. With a flight time of 1h 36m, you'll land at around 6:43AM UTC-5.
How long does it take to fly from Bradley Intl. Airport (BDL) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)?
Typically, it takes 1 hour and 35 minutes to fly the 310 mi from BDL to DCA.
What airline has the least delays from BDL to DCA?
American Airlines has the strongest track record for on-time direct flights from Bradley Intl. Airport (BDL) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), with an on-time score of 81%. Use the Expedia App to look up your flight status before you leave and receive notifications about any trip changes.
What is the best time to fly from Bradley Intl. Airport (BDL) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)?
To avoid potential delays on the Bradley Intl. Airport (BDL) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) route, travel before 3 PM. Departures after this time are 22% more likely to be canceled.**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 Bradley Intl. Airport (BDL)?
Catch a direct flight from Bradley Intl. Airport (BDL) to Washington and you'll land at any one of these hubs:

  • 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 Bradley Intl. Airport (BDL) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) last-minute?
Booking your ticket from BDL to DCA right before your trip is typically more expensive. But if you're flexible with your travel times and dates, you could grab a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a BDL to DCA flight and hotel package?
Booking a BDL to DCA flight and hotel package is usually cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the convenience of organizing your travels all in one place. Choose from our impressive range of hotels and then add activities, car rentals and flights to your booking. Bundle everything together, and you could save hundreds of dollars.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Bradley Intl. Airport (BDL) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)?
If you reserved your BDL to DCA flight in the last 24 hours, you may be able to cancel or modify it at no cost. Depending on the airline and the ticket type you purchased, additional charges may apply for changes beyond this timeframe. Airline policies and contact information can be found in your itinerary or confirmation email. Or, go to our Customer Service portal if you'd like more information.

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