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Cheap Flights from Fort Lauderdale to Washington (FLL-DCA)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $74 for one-way flights and $147 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Southwest Airlines
Tue, Sep 30 - Wed, Oct 1
FLL
Fort Lauderdale
DCA
Washington
$147 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$147
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Tue, Sep 30 from Fort Lauderdale to Washington, returning Wed, Oct 1, priced at $147 found 3 hours ago
JetBlue Airways
Tue, Sep 30 - Thu, Oct 2
FLL
Fort Lauderdale
DCA
Washington
$152 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$152
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Tue, Sep 30 from Fort Lauderdale to Washington, returning Thu, Oct 2, priced at $152 found 1 hour ago
Southwest Airlines
Tue, Sep 30 - Wed, Oct 1
FLL
Fort Lauderdale
DCA
Washington
$157 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$157
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Tue, Sep 30 from Fort Lauderdale to Washington, returning Wed, Oct 1, priced at $157 found 3 hours ago
American Airlines
Thu, Aug 28 - Mon, Sep 1
FLL
Fort Lauderdale
DCA
Washington
$157 Roundtrip, just found
$157
Roundtrip
just found
Select American Airlines flight, departing Thu, Aug 28 from Fort Lauderdale to Washington, returning Mon, Sep 1, priced at $157 just found
Southwest Airlines
Tue, Sep 30 - Thu, Oct 2
FLL
Fort Lauderdale
DCA
Washington
$162 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$162
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Tue, Sep 30 from Fort Lauderdale to Washington, returning Thu, Oct 2, priced at $162 found 1 hour ago
Southwest Airlines
Sat, Aug 30 - Tue, Sep 9
FLL
Fort Lauderdale
DCA
Washington
$163 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$163
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Sat, Aug 30 from Fort Lauderdale to Washington, returning Tue, Sep 9, priced at $163 found 8 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Mon, Sep 15 - Wed, Sep 17
FLL
Fort Lauderdale
DCA
Washington
$164 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$164
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Mon, Sep 15 from Fort Lauderdale to Washington, returning Wed, Sep 17, priced at $164 found 1 hour ago
Southwest Airlines
Tue, Sep 30 - Wed, Oct 1
FLL
Fort Lauderdale
DCA
Washington
$167 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$167
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Tue, Sep 30 from Fort Lauderdale to Washington, returning Wed, Oct 1, priced at $167 found 3 hours ago
United
Wed, Sep 24 - Fri, Sep 26
FLL
Fort Lauderdale
DCA
Washington
$172 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$172
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select United flight, departing Wed, Sep 24 from Fort Lauderdale to Washington, returning Fri, Sep 26, priced at $172 found 1 hour ago
Delta
Thu, Aug 28 - Mon, Sep 1
FLL
Fort Lauderdale
DCA
Washington
$179 Roundtrip, just found
$179
Roundtrip
just found
Select Delta flight, departing Thu, Aug 28 from Fort Lauderdale to Washington, returning Mon, Sep 1, priced at $179 just found

Find the cheapest month to fly from Fort Lauderdale (FLL) to Washington (DCA)

September is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $96 - $162 per traveler.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

Flights from Fort Lauderdale (FLL) to Washington (DCA)
Origin airport
Fort Lauderdale - Hollywood Intl.
Destination airport
Ronald Reagan Washington National
Airlines serving
American Airlines, Delta, JetBlue Airways, Southwest Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$141
Distance
900 mi
Average flight time
2 hours 34 mins

Fort Lauderdale to Washington Flights

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

 

The best time to book a flight from Fort Lauderdale to Washington

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Fort Lauderdale 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 Fort Lauderdale 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 Fort Lauderdale to Washington in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $74 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 Fort Lauderdale 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.

 

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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 Fort Lauderdale - Hollywood Intl. Airport (FLL) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) cost?
Cheap return flights from Fort Lauderdale - Hollywood Intl. Airport (FLL) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) start at $123. 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 Spirit Airlines flight leaving FLL on July 26 2025 and touching down at DCA. The price was last updated on July 3 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from FLL to DCA?
The cheapest flights from FLL 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 Fort Lauderdale - Hollywood Intl. Airport (FLL) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)?
You can pick from 3 carriers that operate direct flights from Fort Lauderdale - Hollywood Intl. Airport (FLL) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA). Including:

  • JetBlue Airways
  • American Airlines
  • Southwest Airlines

What is the cheapest airline that flies from FLL to DCA?
At the moment, the cheapest airline operating one-way flights from FLL to DCA is JetBlue Airways. You can take off on this route from $72. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from FLL on September 17 2025. Prices were last updated on July 3 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Fort Lauderdale - Hollywood Intl. Airport (FLL) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)?
When jetting out of Fort Lauderdale - Hollywood Intl. Airport (FLL), you can choose from an average of 6 daily nonstop flights to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA).
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Fort Lauderdale - Hollywood Intl. Airport (FLL) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)?
Flights between FLL and DCA are busiest at 6 PM. If you're after a more relaxed trip and possibly cheaper tickets, choose a time outside the usual busy windows.
What day of the week has the most flights from FLL to DCA?
Sunday offers the most flights from Fort Lauderdale - Hollywood Intl. Airport (FLL) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA). Consider traveling on this day and you'll have a greater chance of finding a departure that fits your plans.
What is the earliest flight from Fort Lauderdale - Hollywood Intl. Airport (FLL) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)?
Take the earliest flight at around 6:10AM UTC-5, leaving from Fort Lauderdale - Hollywood Intl. Airport (FLL). You'll be flying for about 2h 24m, landing at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) at approximately 8:34AM UTC-5.
How long does it take to fly from Fort Lauderdale - Hollywood Intl. Airport (FLL) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)?
Flights from FLL to DCA have an average travel time of 2 hours and 31 minutes. The distance between the two is 900 mi.
What is the best time to fly from Fort Lauderdale - Hollywood Intl. Airport (FLL) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)?
To avoid potential delays on the Fort Lauderdale - Hollywood Intl. Airport (FLL) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) route, fly before 3 PM. Departures after this time 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 Fort Lauderdale - Hollywood Intl. Airport (FLL)?
Book a direct flight from Fort Lauderdale - Hollywood Intl. Airport (FLL) to Washington and land at any 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 Fort Lauderdale - Hollywood Intl. Airport (FLL) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) last-minute?
Booking your flight from FLL to DCA shortly before your trip is usually more expensive. However, if you're flexible with your travel dates and times, you could snag a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a FLL to DCA flight and hotel package?
Booking a FLL to DCA flight and hotel package is generally cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the convenience of organizing your trip all in one place. Choose from our wide 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 Fort Lauderdale - Hollywood Intl. Airport (FLL) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)?
If you booked your FLL to DCA flight within the last 24 hours, you may be able to cancel or modify it at no cost. 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 if you want more information.

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