Flights from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C.

2 airlines fly nonstop from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C..

Distance
123 mi
Nonstop flight
Varies
Time difference
Same time
Nonstop airlines
2
PHL
WAS

Fares from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C.

Checking today’s fares with the airlines.

Nonstop flights

AirlineFromTo
American AirlinesPHL Philadelphia International AirportDCA Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport
United AirlinesPHL Philadelphia International AirportIAD Washington Dulles International Airport

Nonstop service as of October 2026. Airlines change schedules seasonally.

Getting from the airport into Washington, D.C.

IAD

Washington Dulles International Airport

26 miles (42 km) from the city centre. 29 million passengers in 2025

HowRouteTimeCost
SubwayMetro Silver Line from Dulles Airport station to Metro Centerabout 53mstandard distance-based Metro fare, no airport surcharge
DCA

Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport

5 miles (8 km) from the city centre. 26.3 million passengers in 2024

HowRouteCost
SubwayMetro Blue and Yellow lines from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport station, linked to Terminal 2 by pedestrian walkwaysMetro fares $2.25-$6.75 at weekday peak by distance

Before you go

This is domestic travel for US citizens: no passport or visa is needed, but travelers 18 and over need a REAL ID-compliant license or another accepted ID to fly.

Washington, D.C. is the same time as Philadelphia. Washington, D.C. uses the US dollar (USD).

Read the Washington, D.C. guide: when to go, weather, airports and tips

Frequently asked questions

How long is the flight from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C.?

Nonstop flight times vary by airline and season; flights with a connection take longer.

Which airlines fly nonstop from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C.?

As of October 2026, American Airlines and United Airlines fly this route nonstop.

Which airports do nonstop flights use?

Nonstop flights leave from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) and arrive at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) and Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD).

How far is Washington, D.C. from Philadelphia?

About 123 miles (198 km), measured between the city centres.

What is the time difference?

Washington, D.C. is the same time as Philadelphia.

What ID do I need to fly to Washington, D.C.?

This is domestic travel for US citizens: no passport or visa is needed, but travelers 18 and over need a REAL ID-compliant license or another accepted ID to fly.

How do I get from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport into Washington, D.C.?

Metro Blue and Yellow lines from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport station, linked to Terminal 2 by pedestrian walkways, Metro fares $2.25-$6.75 at weekday peak by distance.

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Information checked in October 2026. Schedules, fares and entry rules change, so confirm with the airline or the official source before you travel.