£162 Cheap Flights from Washington D.C. (WASA) to Phoenix (PHXA)

Q: How many airports are there in Phoenix?

There are 4 airports in Phoenix: Phoenix Sky Harbor, Phoenix Scottsdale Municipal, Phoenix-Deer Valley, and Phoenix-Mesa Gateway.

Q: How much are return flights from Washington D.C. to Phoenix?

The best price we found for a return flight from Washington D.C. to Phoenix is £162. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

Q: How long does it take to fly from Washington D.C. to Phoenix?

5 hours and 4 minutes is the average flight time from Washington D.C. to Phoenix.

Q: Which airlines fly direct from Washington D.C. to Phoenix?

Southwest Airlines, American Airlines and United fly direct from Washington D.C. to Phoenix.

Q: How many flights are there a week from Washington D.C. to Phoenix?

As of May 2025, there are 130 flights per week flying from Washington D.C. to Phoenix.

Q: When is the cheapest time to fly from Washington D.C. to Phoenix?

The cheapest month to fly from Washington D.C. to Phoenix is usually May 2025.

Q: Which is the cheapest airport to fly into in Phoenix?

If you're flying from Washington D.C., the cheapest airport near Phoenix is Phoenix Sky Harbor – which is 3.7 miles away from the centre of Phoenix. We've found flights into this airport from £162 .

Q: Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Washington D.C. to Phoenix on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Washington D.C. to Phoenix on Thursday, 12 June 2025 .

Q: Can I get a direct flight from Washington D.C. to Phoenix?

Yes – the average flight time is 5 hours and 4 minutes.

Q: How can I get the best flight deal from Washington D.C. to Phoenix?

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Phoenix.£162 per passenger.Departing Sun, 10 Aug, returning Wed, 13 Aug.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Baltimore Washington International on Sun, 10 Aug, arriving in Phoenix Sky Harbor.Inbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Phoenix Sky Harbor on Wed, 13 Aug, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £162, select.

Phoenix.£162 per passenger.Departing Thu, 12 Jun, returning Wed, 18 Jun.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Baltimore Washington International on Thu, 12 Jun, arriving in Phoenix Sky Harbor.Inbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Phoenix Sky Harbor on Wed, 18 Jun, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £162, select.

Phoenix.£166 per passenger.Departing Fri, 27 Jun, returning Sat, 5 Jul.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Baltimore Washington International on Fri, 27 Jun, arriving in Phoenix Sky Harbor.Inbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Phoenix Sky Harbor on Sat, 5 Jul, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £166, select.

Phoenix.£167 per passenger.Departing Sat, 12 Jul, returning Wed, 16 Jul.Return flight with Spirit Airlines and Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Baltimore Washington International on Sat, 12 Jul, arriving in Phoenix Sky Harbor.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Phoenix Sky Harbor on Wed, 16 Jul, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £167, select.

Phoenix.£177 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Jul, returning Tue, 1 Jul.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Washington Dulles on Tue, 1 Jul, arriving in Phoenix Sky Harbor.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Phoenix Sky Harbor on Tue, 1 Jul, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From £177, select.

Phoenix.£177 per passenger.Departing Sat, 4 Oct, returning Tue, 7 Oct.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Washington Ronald Reagan on Sat, 4 Oct, arriving in Phoenix Sky Harbor.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Phoenix Sky Harbor on Tue, 7 Oct, arriving in Washington Ronald Reagan.Price includes taxes and charges.From £177, select.

Phoenix.£178 per passenger.Departing Tue, 30 Sep, returning Tue, 7 Oct.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Washington Ronald Reagan on Tue, 30 Sep, arriving in Phoenix Sky Harbor.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Phoenix Sky Harbor on Tue, 7 Oct, arriving in Washington Ronald Reagan.Price includes taxes and charges.From £178, select.

Phoenix.£178 per passenger.Departing Wed, 11 Jun, returning Fri, 29 Aug.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Washington Ronald Reagan on Wed, 11 Jun, arriving in Phoenix Sky Harbor.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Phoenix Sky Harbor on Fri, 29 Aug, arriving in Washington Ronald Reagan.Price includes taxes and charges.From £178, select.

The cheapest month to fly from Washington D.C. to Phoenix

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Washington D.C. to Phoenix: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found	£162
Cheapest month to fly	June
Average flight time	5 hrs, 4 mins
Most popular airline	Southwest Airlines
Average flights per week	1,170

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Travelling from Washington DC to Phoenix: what you need to know

Many great adventures start at one of Washington DC's main airports, Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) or Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). Explore your options for booking a flight from Washington DC to Phoenix taking off from either of these bases.
The major arrival points in Phoenix are Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) and Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA).
Book a direct Washington DC to Phoenix flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 5 hours 5 minutes.
Phoenix is three hours behind Washington DC and observes the UTC-7 timezone.
With 21 weekly flights between the two airports, Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) is the most popular route. Hop on the first flight from Washington DC to Phoenix with American Airlines at 07:00. If you'd like to make the most of your day before you fly, the latest flight from DCA to PHX is with American Airlines at 17:35.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your Washington DC to Phoenix flight.
Popular months like February or holiday periods such as Thanksgiving and Christmas will mean longer queues at check-in and security. If you're travelling then, play it safe and head to the airport even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and four hours ahead of an international departure is a smart move.

How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Phoenix

The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Phoenix is £65. For a return flight on this route, the best price is £162. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Score cheap Washington DC to Phoenix flights by booking two months ahead. According to our research, that's the ideal time frame for finding a bargain.
May is the best month for picking up an awesome deal on a plane ticket from Washington DC to Phoenix. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
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Flying from Washington DC

Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)

You can get a direct flight from Washington DC to Phoenix departing from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA). Start your trip at DCA and end it at Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX).
Secure your Washington DC to Phoenix plane tickets with American Airlines. This carrier is a top choice for direct flights from DCA.
DCA is about 4 miles from central Washington DC. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 45 minutes.
Want a convenient hotel near Ronald Reagan National Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Washington DC to Phoenix, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
76.44% of flights that depart Ronald Reagan National Airport touch down at their destination on time.
The address for DCA is 1 Aviation Circle.

Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

You can book a direct flight from Washington DC to Phoenix out of Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). Nonstop services from IAD will get you to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX).
United Airlines offers direct Washington DC to Phoenix plane tickets from IAD. Book your favourite aisle (or window) seat and get to your destination in one go.
IAD is around 25 miles from central Washington DC. It takes 50 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
Start your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your flight from Washington DC to Phoenix, unwind in one of these hotels near Washington Dulles International Airport:
Washington Dulles International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 74.39%. This figure provides insight into how often flights that leave from this airport land on schedule.
You'll find IAD at 1 Saarinen Circle.

Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)

You can catch a direct flight from Washington DC to Phoenix jetting out of Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI). Reserve a ticket and travel nonstop to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX).
Get set for takeoff with Southwest Airlines. It offers direct Washington DC to Phoenix plane tickets from BWI.
The trip to BWI from the centre of Washington DC is around 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport. If you prefer to travel by car, it'll take you about 50 minutes to cover the 25 miles or so.
Make catching an early Washington DC to Phoenix flight the easiest part of your journey. Book a room at one of these hotels near Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport and head to your check-in counter with plenty of time to spare:
The on-time performance rating of BWI is 77.13%. In simpler terms, that's how often flights from this airport arrive at their destination as planned.

Arriving in Phoenix

Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)

Phoenix Scottsdale Municipal Airport (SCF) is approximately 15 miles from the centre of Phoenix. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take around 35 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 55 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Washington DC to Phoenix. Book one of these accommodation options near PHX instead:

Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)

Central Phoenix is located around 4 miles from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX). Once your flight from Washington DC to Phoenix has landed and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 10 minutes.
You can expect the journey to take approximately 35 minutes on public transport.
Forget about public transport schedules or slow-moving cab lines. Grab a Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport rental car and go in any direction that inspires you. Compare offers from Europcar, Dollar and Thrifty.
Avoid paying extra. Reserving your ride one week ahead of your arrival at PHX will help you save.
The address for Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport is 3400 Sky Harbour Boulevard.

Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA)

Hop off your flight from Washington DC to Phoenix and go directly to your hotel or jump right into exploring. The centre of Phoenix is around 25 miles from Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA) and takes roughly 40 minutes to reach driving.
Put yourself in the driver's seat of the next leg of your journey with a Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport rental car. Dollar, Alamo and Budget will get you on the road.
Plan ahead and pocket the savings. Book your vehicle from AZA two weeks before your flight from Washington DC to Phoenix to access the best deals.
Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport's address is 6033 S. Sossaman Rd..

Best time to go to Phoenix

Before locking in your flights from Washington DC to Washington DC, think about which time of year works best for you. High season in Washington DC offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while the low season means you'll get cheaper deals on hotels and fewer crowds.
The warmest month in Phoenix is July, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 44ºC (111ºF). Lock in your Washington DC to Phoenix ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Washington DC to Phoenix in January when temperatures average between 4ºC (39ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF).

More about Phoenix

Once you've booked your flight from Washington DC to Phoenix, decide where you'll be dropping your bags. Make one of these options your base for exploring Phoenix:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. Desert Botanical Garden, Heard Museum and Papago Park are top attractions which should be on every Phoenix itinerary.

Explore more of United States

San Diego is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Phoenix. Around 300 miles to the west, its top attractions include San Diego Zoo, USS Midway Museum and SeaWorld San Diego.
Around 260 miles north-west of Phoenix, Las Vegas is another favourite stop in United States. Start your sightseeing at Las Vegas Strip, Fountains of Bellagio and Fremont Street Experience.