Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. to Phoenix

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Cheapest round-trip flights $128
Frontier 1 stop 16 hr Thu, Dec 4 — Thu, Dec 11
The cheapest round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. to Phoenix is currently $128
Cheapest one-way flight $64
Frontier 1 stop 10 hr Wed, Nov 12
The cheapest one-way flight from Washington, D.C. to Phoenix is currently $64
Cheapest nonstop flights $303
American Nonstop 6 hr Thu, Jan 8 — Sat, Jan 17
The cheapest nonstop round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. to Phoenix is currently $303
Last-minute weekend getaway $347
Frontier 1 stop 21 hr Sat, Oct 18 — Mon, Oct 20
The cheapest last-minute weekend getaway from Washington, D.C. to Phoenix is currently $347
Cheapest business class flights $967
Delta 1 stop 8 hr Fri, Nov 14 — Thu, Nov 20
The cheapest business class round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. to Phoenix is currently $967
Fastest flight 4 hr 45 min The fastest nonstop flight from Washington, D.C. to Phoenix takes 4 hr 45 min
Nonstop flights Every day There are direct flights on this route every day.

When is the cheapest time to fly?

The cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. to Phoenix is typically January. The most expensive month to fly is typically July.
January
Cheapest
Typical prices: $145–245
July
Most expensive
Typical prices: $220–295

Popular airlines from Washington, D.C. to Phoenix

  • Southwest
    Nonstop
    from $277
    Typical price: $295–580
    34 weekly nonstop flights
    BWI, IAD - PHX Every day
    2212 weekly connecting flights
    BWI, DCA, IAD - PHX Every day
  • American
    Nonstop
    from $307
    Typical price: $285–465
    21 weekly nonstop flights
    DCA - PHX Every day
    1429 weekly connecting flights
    BWI, DCA, IAD - PHX Every day
  • United
    Nonstop
    from $292
    Typical price: $275–495
    14 weekly nonstop flights
    IAD - PHX Every day
    1040 weekly connecting flights
    BWI, DCA, IAD - PHX Every day
  • Delta
    from $297
    Typical price: $295–590
    862 weekly connecting flights
    BWI, DCA, IAD - PHX Every day
  • Alaska
    from $306
    Typical price: $365–790
    111 weekly connecting flights
    BWI, DCA, IAD - PHX Every day
  • Frontier
    from $128
    Typical price: $165–355
    86 weekly connecting flights
    BWI, DCA, IAD - PHX Every day

Popular airports near Washington, D.C.

  • Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)
    Washington United States 18 min 4 mi
  • Dulles International Airport (IAD)
    Washington United States 50 min 22 mi
  • Baltimore/Washington International Airport (BWI)
    Baltimore United States 50 min 27 mi
  • Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
    Philadelphia United States 2 hr 20 min 116 mi

Popular airports near Phoenix

  • Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX)
    Phoenix United States 12 min 3 mi
  • Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA)
    Phoenix United States 41 min 25 mi
  • Tucson International Airport (TUS)
    Tucson United States 1 hr 53 min 112 mi
  • Scottsdale Airport (SCF)
    Phoenix United States 31 min 15 mi

Frequently asked questions about flying from Washington, D.C. to Phoenix

When are the cheapest days to fly from Washington, D.C. to Phoenix?
The cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Phoenix are usually in January. Typical ticket prices in January range from $145 to $245.
Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Phoenix?
The cheapest round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. to Phoenix recently found on Google Flights was with Frontier from $128. The cheapest one-way flight was with Frontier from $64.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
  • The cheapest Southwest flight from Washington, D.C. to Phoenix is $277, flying from Dec 4 to Dec 10.
  • The cheapest American flight from Washington, D.C. to Phoenix is $307, flying from Dec 4 to Dec 10.
  • The cheapest United flight from Washington, D.C. to Phoenix is $292, flying from Jan 8 to Jan 14.
  • The cheapest Delta flight from Washington, D.C. to Phoenix is $297, flying from Oct 30 to Nov 5.
  • The cheapest Alaska flight from Washington, D.C. to Phoenix is $306, flying from Dec 7 to Dec 16.
  • The cheapest Frontier flight from Washington, D.C. to Phoenix is $128, flying from Nov 8 to Nov 15.
What are the cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Phoenix?
The cheapest round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. to Phoenix starts at $128 from Thu, Dec 4 to Thu, Dec 11. The cheapest one-way flight starts at $64 and departs on Wed, Nov 12.
How long does it take to fly from Washington, D.C. to Phoenix?
4 hr 45 min is the shortest flight time from Washington, D.C. to Phoenix.
When should you fly to Phoenix, United States?
Most visitors arrive Dec–May, when the weather is warm and dry. Summers (May–Sep) are very hot. Local events include the Phoenix Open professional golf tournament (late Jan–early Feb), the Arizona State Fair (Oct) and the Arizona National Livestock Show (Dec).
How do I find cheap dates to fly from Washington, D.C. to Phoenix?
It's easy to use Google Flights to find the cheapest days to fly from Washington, D.C. to Phoenix.
Just click the Departure label near the top of the page to open the calendar. Choose a start date and a return date to see how the round-trip fare changes on those specific days.
Adjust the trip type to see one-way fares. The cheapest available flights are highlighted and easy to spot. Once you settle on dates, click the Search button to see flight options and book the deal.

You can also turn on price tracking to get alerts if the price changes for a route or flight.
What is the best airline to fly from Washington, D.C. to Phoenix?
What counts as the best airline for your flights from Washington, D.C. to Phoenix really depends on your individual needs. You may have a favorite carrier or a loyalty program you like, but price, convenience, and airports served also come into play. Flexibility and booking terms – Can you change flights if you want to stay longer or get a refund if you have to postpone your trip? – are also factors that help determine which airline is best to fly from Washington, D.C. to Phoenix.

In terms of nonstop flights, Southwest is the most popular. Southwest offers 34 nonstop flights and 2,212 connecting flights per week. Southwest flies from Baltimore/Washington International Airport (BWI) , Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) , Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) .

Other popular airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Phoenix are:
  • American offers 21 nonstop flights and 1,429 connecting flights per week. American flies from Baltimore/Washington International Airport (BWI) , Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) , Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) .
  • United offers 14 nonstop flights and 1,040 connecting flights per week. United flies from Baltimore/Washington International Airport (BWI) , Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) , Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) .
  • Delta offers 862 connecting flights per week. Delta flies from Baltimore/Washington International Airport (BWI) , Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) , Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) .
  • Alaska offers 111 connecting flights per week. Alaska flies from Baltimore/Washington International Airport (BWI) , Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) , Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) .
  • Frontier offers 86 connecting flights per week. Frontier flies from Baltimore/Washington International Airport (BWI) , Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) , Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) .
The number of connecting flights refers to distinct flights with at least one stop between Washington, D.C. and Phoenix.
Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Phoenix?
The cheapest round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. to Phoenix recently found on Google Flights was with Frontier from $128. The cheapest one-way flight was with Frontier from $64.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
  • The cheapest Southwest flight from Washington, D.C. to Phoenix is $277, flying from Dec 4 to Dec 10.
  • The cheapest American flight from Washington, D.C. to Phoenix is $307, flying from Dec 4 to Dec 10.
  • The cheapest United flight from Washington, D.C. to Phoenix is $292, flying from Jan 8 to Jan 14.
  • The cheapest Delta flight from Washington, D.C. to Phoenix is $297, flying from Oct 30 to Nov 5.
  • The cheapest Alaska flight from Washington, D.C. to Phoenix is $306, flying from Dec 7 to Dec 16.
  • The cheapest Frontier flight from Washington, D.C. to Phoenix is $128, flying from Nov 8 to Nov 15.
Which airlines have direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Phoenix?
Southwest, American and United fly direct from Washington, D.C. to Phoenix.
  • There are 34 Southwest direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Phoenix per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 21 American direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Phoenix per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 14 United direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Phoenix per week. Flights are available every day.
Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.
Which airline provides the cheapest last-minute getaway flight from Washington, D.C. to Phoenix?
The cheapest last-minute deal between Washington, D.C. and Phoenix at price $347 is offered by Frontier from Sat, Oct 18 to Mon, Oct 20.
Which airlines have direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Phoenix?
Southwest, American and United fly direct from Washington, D.C. to Phoenix.
  • There are 34 Southwest direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Phoenix per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 21 American direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Phoenix per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 14 United direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Phoenix per week. Flights are available every day.
Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.
When are direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Phoenix available?
There are direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Phoenix on a daily basis.
What are the cheapest direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Phoenix?
The cheapest direct (nonstop) round-trip flights between Washington, D.C. and Phoenix start at $303 from Thu, Jan 8 to Sat, Jan 17 with American.
How can I find nonstop flights from Washington, D.C. to Phoenix?
It's easy to find nonstop flights with Google Flights! Once you've searched for flights from Washington, D.C. to Phoenix, just select the nonstop flights only option in the 'Stops’ filter in the search form and view all available direct flights and their prices.
What are the cheapest business class flights from Washington, D.C. to Phoenix?
The cheapest business class round-trip flights between Washington, D.C. and Phoenix start at $967 from Fri, Nov 14 to Thu, Nov 20 with Delta.
What are the cheapest economy class flights from Washington, D.C. to Phoenix?
The cheapest economy class round-trip flights between Washington, D.C. and Phoenix start at $128 from Thu, Dec 4 to Thu, Dec 11.
How can I book business class trips from Washington, D.C. to Phoenix?
To book business class trips from Washington, D.C. to Phoenix, look for the default Economy selection at the top, and change it to your desired cabin class such as Premium Economy, Business Class, or First Class. You can then select your departure and arrival dates, consider available options, and book your business travel.

You can also adjust the trip type to view one-way fares.
Are there any last-minute deals from Washington, D.C. to Phoenix next weekend?
The best last-minute getaway deal for the next weekend between Washington, D.C. and Phoenix starts at $347 from Sat, Oct 18 to Mon, Oct 20 with Frontier.
Which airline provides the cheapest last-minute getaway flight from Washington, D.C. to Phoenix?
The cheapest last-minute deal between Washington, D.C. and Phoenix at price $347 is offered by Frontier from Sat, Oct 18 to Mon, Oct 20.
How can I find last-minute flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Phoenix?
To find last-minute flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Phoenix, start by entering the city names, select the desired departure and return dates, and hit the Search button to view flight options.

You can check for last-minute flights for the same day or adjust the trip type to see one-way fares.

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