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Data updated: 2026-10-28 13:07:05

Washington (DCA) to Philadelphia (PHL) Flights

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DCA········· ·········PHL
Ronald Reagan Washington National AirportPhiladelphia International Airport
Distance
119 miles
Flight time
1h 14m
Time difference
PHL is 0h ahead
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Flights from Washington to Philadelphia

All times are shown in local time. Prices are for one-way, per adult, including taxes and fees.

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Collected nonstop flight records from DCA to PHL on 2026-11-03
13:42DCAEST UTC−51h 13m
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Nonstop
14:55PHLEST UTC−5$349.00One-way
Flight details
17:10DCAEST UTC−51h 14m
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Nonstop
18:24PHLEST UTC−5$349.00One-way
Flight details

Flight route map

Washington (DCA) to Philadelphia (PHL) Non-stop flight routes illustrated on a map.

Flights from Washington (DCA), District of Columbia, to Philadelphia (PHL), Pennsylvania, are shown on the map. Based on recorded flight history, the distance is approximately 119 miles.

Departure
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport · District of Columbia, United States · 38° 51' 08" N 77° 02' 16" W
Flight route
119 miles · 1h 14m
Direction
53.15° (NE)
Geographic midpoint
The geographic midpoint is at latitude 39.36545, longitude -76.14595, approximately 59.53 miles from both airports.
Great-circle distance
119.1 miles
Driving route
135 miles · 2 hr 43 min
Time difference
PHL is 0h ahead
Destination
Philadelphia International Airport · Pennsylvania, United States · 39° 52' 19" N 75° 14' 28" W
Distance and time are approximate; flight schedules and local times may change.

Route information

Distance
119 miles
Average flight time
1h 14m
Time difference
PHL is 0h ahead
Route direction
The initial bearing on the course from Washington to Philadelphia is 53.15°, and the compass direction is NE.

Airport information

Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport

Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport
Washington, District of Columbia, United States
38° 51' 08" N, 77° 02' 16" W
Elevation: 15 ft (5 m)
Time zone: EDT UTC−4
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What's the weather like in Washington and Philadelphia?

Temperature unit:

DCA · Washington

63°FOvercastFeels like 63°F
Humidity
67%
Wind
3 mph
Precipitation
0 mm

PHL · Philadelphia

60°FOvercastFeels like 58°F
Humidity
62%
Wind
3 mph
Precipitation
0 mm
Wed, Oct 2866°F | 45°FOvercast
Thu, Oct 2967°F | 44°FFog
Fri, Oct 3072°F | 53°FPartly cloudy
Sat, Oct 3161°F | 49°FOvercast
Sun, Nov 166°F | 52°FOvercast

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Everything you need to know for your flight from Washington to Philadelphia

Which departure days are usually cheaper?

If you have flexibility with your travel dates, Tuesday and Wednesday departures are consistently your best bet for finding the lowest airfares. Across global flight routes, flying midweek can easily save you 10% to 20% compared to weekend departures, mainly because you avoid both Monday business trips and Friday weekend getaways. On the flip side, Fridays and Sundays tend to be the most expensive days of the week as leisure travelers head out and return. Another insider tip: opting for early morning flights (before 7:00 AM) or overnight red-eyes often unlocks additional savings while helping you breeze through airport security lines.

How far in advance do fares usually reach their lowest point?

There is no fixed booking window that guarantees the lowest fare for United States to United States (US-US). Once your plans are clearer, compare prices for your intended dates and nearby alternatives, using the same cabin, baggage and change conditions. Choose a fare that fits your budget and flexibility; waiting can result in either lower prices or fewer suitable options.

Should I book now or wait for a lower fare?

If you can change departure dates, the price calendar shows a reference fare of USD 155 on 2026-11-21, USD 194 below the selected date. Prices for different departure dates cannot predict whether the same flight will get cheaper later; check the latest price and availability before booking.

How much could changing the departure date by a few days save?

Among available departure dates within three days of the selected date, the same-currency reference nonstop fare of USD 349 on 2026-11-03 is tied for the lowest. Fares on different dates may not be for the same cabin or fare product; check the latest price and availability before booking.