$80 Cheap Flights from Charlotte (CLT) to Washington (IAD)

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Popular airlines from Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT) to Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD)

Today's featured flight deals from Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT) to Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD)

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Cheap Flights from Charlotte to Washington (CLT-IAD)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $80 for one-way flights and $137 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

American Airlines
Wed, Sep 24 - Wed, Oct 22
CLT
Charlotte
IAD
Washington
$137 Roundtrip, just found
$137
Roundtrip
just found
Select American Airlines flight, departing Wed, Sep 24 from Charlotte to Washington, returning Wed, Oct 22, priced at $137 just found
American Airlines
Tue, Nov 18 - Sat, Nov 22
CLT
Charlotte
IAD
Washington
$138 Roundtrip, just found
$138
Roundtrip
just found
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, Nov 18 from Charlotte to Washington, returning Sat, Nov 22, priced at $138 just found
United
Thu, Sep 18 - Tue, Sep 23
CLT
Charlotte
IAD
Washington
$139 Roundtrip, just found
$139
Roundtrip
just found
Select United flight, departing Thu, Sep 18 from Charlotte to Washington, returning Tue, Sep 23, priced at $139 just found
American Airlines
Thu, Oct 16 - Sun, Oct 19
CLT
Charlotte
IAD
Washington
$145 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$145
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Thu, Oct 16 from Charlotte to Washington, returning Sun, Oct 19, priced at $145 found 1 day ago
United
Thu, Sep 25 - Sat, Sep 27
CLT
Charlotte
IAD
Washington
$155 Roundtrip, found 11 hours ago
$155
Roundtrip
found 11 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Thu, Sep 25 from Charlotte to Washington, returning Sat, Sep 27, priced at $155 found 11 hours ago
United
Wed, Sep 24 - Sun, Sep 28
CLT
Charlotte
IAD
Washington
$160 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$160
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select United flight, departing Wed, Sep 24 from Charlotte to Washington, returning Sun, Sep 28, priced at $160 found 3 days ago
Frontier Airlines
Sun, Sep 14 - Sat, Sep 20
CLT
Charlotte
IAD
Washington
$160 Roundtrip, just found
$160
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sun, Sep 14 from Charlotte to Washington, returning Sat, Sep 20, priced at $160 just found
Frontier Airlines
Fri, Oct 24 - Sun, Oct 26
CLT
Charlotte
IAD
Washington
$163 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$163
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Oct 24 from Charlotte to Washington, returning Sun, Oct 26, priced at $163 found 1 hour ago
United
Tue, Sep 23 - Tue, Sep 30
CLT
Charlotte
IAD
Washington
$164 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$164
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Tue, Sep 23 from Charlotte to Washington, returning Tue, Sep 30, priced at $164 found 2 hours ago
Delta
Thu, Sep 18 - Tue, Sep 23
CLT
Charlotte
IAD
Washington
$177 Roundtrip, just found
$177
Roundtrip
just found
Select Delta flight, departing Thu, Sep 18 from Charlotte to Washington, returning Tue, Sep 23, priced at $177 just found

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

December is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $112 - $353 per traveler.

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Alternative airports near Washington

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

Select flight to Ronald Reagan Washington National DCA. Closest option available. Average driving time to city center is 8 minutes. Flights from $219
DCA
Ronald Reagan Washington National
Closest
Average driving time to city center8 min
Flights from $219
Flights from Charlotte (CLT) to Washington (IAD)
Origin airport
Charlotte-Douglas Intl.
Destination airport
Washington Dulles Intl.
Airlines serving
American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$137
Distance
321 mi
Average flight time
1 hour 26 mins

Charlotte to Washington Flights

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

 

The best time to book a flight from Charlotte to Washington

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Charlotte 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 Charlotte 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 Charlotte to Washington in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $80 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 Charlotte 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 Charlotte 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 Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT) to Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD) cost?
Snag a cheap one-way flight from $80 or cheap return flight from $137 from Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT) to Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to find our cheapest flight deals on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT) to Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD)?
Flying in September may help you find better deals, as it's the cheapest month for flights between CLT and IAD. You'll typically find the lowest prices during off-peak months.
Which airlines fly direct from Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT) to Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD)?
Board a direct flight with American Airlines and journey straight from Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT) to Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD).
What is the cheapest airline that flies from Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT) to Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD)?
The cheapest airline to offer flights between Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT) and Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD) will vary based on when you want to travel. United Airlines and American Airlines are just some of the choices offering competitive fares. Use Expedia's search tool to compare airlines in one place and find the right CLT to IAD flight for your budget.
How many flights per day from Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT) to Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD)?
When jetting out of Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT), you'll have a choice from an average of 6 daily direct flights to Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD).
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT) to Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD)?
More people fly between CLT and IAD at 2 PM than at any other point in the day. Rather go when it's quieter? 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 CLT to IAD?
Monday has the most flights from Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT) to Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD). Consider leaving on this day and you'll have a greater chance of finding a schedule that works for you.
What is the earliest flight from Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT) to Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD)?
The earliest flight leaving Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT) is at around 7:15AM UTC-5. Hop on this flight and you'll land at Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD) at approximately 8:41AM UTC-5. The total travel time is 1h 26m.
How long does it take to fly from Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT) to Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD)?
The average flight duration from CLT to IAD is 1 hour and 29 minutes, covering a distance of 320 mi.
What airline has the least delays from CLT to IAD?
Consider traveling with American Airlines if you'd like to go straight from Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT) to Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD) without any interruptions. This airline has the best track record for punctuality, with an on-time performance of 81%. Want to be updated if anything changes? You can keep an eye on your flight status using the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT) to Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD)?
To reach Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD) without delays, opt for a flight that takes off from Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT) before 3 PM. The chance of cancellations is 22% higher, on average, for departures after this time.**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)?
Touch down at any of these Washington airports after your direct flight from Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT):

  • 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 Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD) last-minute?
Holding off until right before your break to book a flight from CLT to IAD generally means paying more. While you might find some last-minute discounts, they aren't always guaranteed. Keep your travel plans flexible to boost your chances of snagging a bargain.
Is it cheaper to book a CLT to IAD flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging hotels and flights separately, booking a CLT to IAD flight and hotel package with Expedia could lead to significant savings. Better still, having everything in one convenient place will take the stress out of travel planning. Simply secure your flights and select from our extensive range of stays, then tailor your trip with other add-ons like activities, tours and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT) to Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD)?
If you booked your CLT to IAD flight within the last 24 hours, you may be able to modify or cancel it without any fees. Depending on the airline and the fare type you purchased, additional charges may apply for changes beyond that time. Airline policies and contact information can be found in your itinerary or confirmation email. Or, visit our Customer Service portal for more details.

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