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Flights from Washington to New York

Nonstop flights from Washington (DCA) to New York (JFK) take about 56m (342 km). jetBlue and American Airlines fly it. Lowest fare seen: $68 one-way, nonstop (22 Oct 2026).

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Airlines flying Washington to New York

Carriers on DCA–JFK according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 22 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.

✈ jetBluenonstop fare seen✈ American Airlinesnonstop fare seen

Washington to New York fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Oct 2026, from $68 one-way. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

DepartingNonstop fromCheaper with stops
Oct 2026$6824 Oct 2026 · jetBlue—
Nov 2026$941 Nov 2026 · American Airlines—
Dec 2026$1278 Dec 2026 · American Airlines$82 · 1 stop4 Dec 2026
Feb 2027$15615 Feb 2027 · jetBlue—
Apr 2027$1637 Apr 2027 · jetBlue—
May 2027$15618 May 2027—
Jun 2027$15618 Jun 2027 · American Airlines—
Sept 2027$1557 Sept 2027 · American Airlines—

When to go for the lowest fare

The next few weeks were the cheapest to fly: from $68 in October 2026, against $82 at best later on.

From Travelpayouts flight-search data, city to city (Washington to New York, any airport), USD, read 22 Oct 2026. These are fares that were on sale, not a guarantee of today's price; an airline is named only where we know it flies this route.

Best time to fly to New York

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USA is a great destination year-round. Check local weather patterns before booking and consider shoulder seasons for lower prices and fewer crowds.

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Frequently asked questions — Washington to New York flights

How long is the flight from Washington to New York?
A nonstop flight from Washington (DCA) to New York (JFK) takes about 56m, covering 342 km. That is an estimate from the distance — actual time varies with the airline, aircraft and winds, and connecting itineraries take longer.
How far is Washington from New York by air?
The great-circle distance between Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport and John F. Kennedy International Airport is 342 km (213 miles), a short-haul route.
Which airlines fly from Washington to New York?
Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the DCA–JFK route include jetBlue and American Airlines. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.
How much does a flight from Washington to New York cost?
The lowest one-way fare seen recently on DCA–JFK was $68 USD with jetBlue (nonstop), departing 24 Oct 2026, found in fare searches as of 22 Oct 2026. Fares change constantly and depend on the date, so check the current price before booking.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Washington to New York?
In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in October 2026 were cheapest, from $68 one-way, against $163 for April 2027, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.
Do I need a visa to travel from Washington to USA?
It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter USA visa-free or get a visa on arrival; others must apply in advance. Use AirConnect's Visa Checker to see the rules for your passport.
What is the best time to visit New York?
USA is a great destination year-round. Check local weather patterns before booking and consider shoulder seasons for lower prices and fewer crowds.

Sources: fares from Travelpayouts flight-search data, seen 22 Oct 2026; airlines from each carrier's published network and nonstop fares on sale; distance from OurAirports coordinates; flight time estimated from distance. Fares change daily.

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