$70 Cheap Flights from Charlotte (CLT) to Washington (DCA)

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Cheap Flights from Charlotte to Washington (CLT-DCA)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $70 for one-way flights and $139 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

American Airlines
Thu, Sep 18 - Sat, Sep 27
CLT
Charlotte
DCA
Washington
$139 Roundtrip, just found
$139
Roundtrip
just found
Select American Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 18 from Charlotte to Washington, returning Sat, Sep 27, priced at $139 just found
American Airlines
Wed, Oct 8 - Sun, Oct 12
CLT
Charlotte
DCA
Washington
$145 Roundtrip, just found
$145
Roundtrip
just found
Select American Airlines flight, departing Wed, Oct 8 from Charlotte to Washington, returning Sun, Oct 12, priced at $145 just found
Southwest Airlines
Thu, Sep 18 - Sat, Sep 27
CLT
Charlotte
DCA
Washington
$149 Roundtrip, just found
$149
Roundtrip
just found
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 18 from Charlotte to Washington, returning Sat, Sep 27, priced at $149 just found
American Airlines
Fri, Sep 19 - Sun, Sep 21
CLT
Charlotte
DCA
Washington
$151 Roundtrip, just found
$151
Roundtrip
just found
Select American Airlines flight, departing Fri, Sep 19 from Charlotte to Washington, returning Sun, Sep 21, priced at $151 just found
Southwest Airlines
Sat, Sep 6 - Mon, Sep 8
CLT
Charlotte
DCA
Washington
$155 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$155
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Sat, Sep 6 from Charlotte to Washington, returning Mon, Sep 8, priced at $155 found 8 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Thu, Sep 18 - Sat, Sep 27
CLT
Charlotte
DCA
Washington
$159 Roundtrip, just found
$159
Roundtrip
just found
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 18 from Charlotte to Washington, returning Sat, Sep 27, priced at $159 just found
American Airlines
Tue, Oct 28 - Fri, Oct 31
CLT
Charlotte
DCA
Washington
$159 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$159
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, Oct 28 from Charlotte to Washington, returning Fri, Oct 31, priced at $159 found 5 hours ago
American Airlines
Fri, Aug 22 - Sun, Aug 24
CLT
Charlotte
DCA
Washington
$161 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$161
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Fri, Aug 22 from Charlotte to Washington, returning Sun, Aug 24, priced at $161 found 1 hour ago
Delta
Sun, Aug 31 - Mon, Sep 8
CLT
Charlotte
DCA
Washington
$179 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$179
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Sun, Aug 31 from Charlotte to Washington, returning Mon, Sep 8, priced at $179 found 2 hours ago
United
Thu, Sep 25 - Mon, Sep 29
CLT
Charlotte
DCA
Washington
$209 Roundtrip, just found
$209
Roundtrip
just found
Select United flight, departing Thu, Sep 25 from Charlotte to Washington, returning Mon, Sep 29, priced at $209 just found

Find the cheapest month to fly from Charlotte (CLT) to Washington (DCA)

September is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $97 - $192 per traveler.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

Flights from Charlotte (CLT) to Washington (DCA)
Origin airport
Charlotte-Douglas Intl.
Destination airport
Ronald Reagan Washington National
Airlines serving
American Airlines, Delta, Southwest Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$139
Distance
330 mi
Average flight time
1 hour 29 mins

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) cost?
Grab cheap return flights starting from $153 from Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT) 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 flight leaving CLT on August 8 2025 and touching down at DCA. The price was last updated on July 12 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from CLT to DCA?
The cheapest flights from CLT 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 Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)?
Take a nonstop flight with American Airlines and journey straight from Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA).
What is the cheapest airline that flies from CLT to DCA?
Journey from CLT to DCA with American Airlines. This carrier currently offers the lowest one-way fare on this route, starting at $90. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from CLT on August 30 2025. Prices were last updated on July 12 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)?
Each day on average, 10 nonstop flights operate from Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA). Choose the departure that best fits your schedule.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)?
The 8 AM departures from CLT to DCA are the busiest. They can also be more expensive. If you want to save on your trip, book during off-peak hours.
What day of the week has the most flights from CLT to DCA?
Depart on a Monday if you're after the largest selection of flights from Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA).
What is the earliest flight from Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)?
Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT)'s earliest flight to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) takes off at approximately 7:10AM UTC-5. With a flight time of 1h 24m, you'll arrive at around 8:34AM UTC-5.
How long does it take to fly from Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)?
Flights from CLT to DCA have an average travel time of 1 hour and 25 minutes. The total distance between the two airports is 330 mi.
What is the best time to fly from Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)?
To avoid possible delays on the Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) route, aim to travel before 3 PM. Later flights 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 Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT)?
Take a direct flight from Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT) to Washington and touch down at one of these hubs:

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

Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) last-minute?
Holding off until right before your break to book your flight from CLT to DCA generally means paying more. While you may find some last-minute offers, they aren't always guaranteed. Keep your travel schedule open to boost your chances of landing a bargain.
Is it cheaper to book a CLT to DCA flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging hotels and flights separately, booking a CLT to DCA flight and hotel package with Expedia could lead to significant savings. Better still, having everything in one easy place will take the stress out of travel planning. Just pick your flights and select from our extensive range of hotels, then personalize your trip with other add-ons like car rentals and activities.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)?
Generally, it's possible to reschedule or cancel your CLT to DCA flight. However, if the booking was made more than 24 hours ago, additional fees may apply. Check 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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