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Essential information to help you plan your flight from Washington to Detroit.
Cheapest Flight Round-trip
$108
Lowest round-trip price available on Priceline for this route right now.
This fare recently dropped from $231.
1 stop · economyCheapest Flight One-way
$123
Lowest one-way price found on Priceline for this route in the last 16 days. Found 11 days ago.
The typical one-way fare on this route is $202.
Outbound · Nov 1
1:00 pmDCAReagan Washington National Airport
11:51 pmDTWDetroit Metropolitan Airport
10h 51m · 1 stop via Denver (DEN)
Cheapest Nonstop
$146
Cheapest nonstop found on Priceline for this route in the last 16 days. Found 8 days ago.
$38 more than the cheapest round-trip.
Outbound · Nov 2
10:20 pmBWIBaltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport
11:55 pmDTWDetroit Metropolitan Airport
1h 35m · Nonstop
Return · Nov 9
4:50 pmDTWDetroit Metropolitan Airport
6:25 pmBWIBaltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport
1h 35m · Nonstop
Good deal price
$154
A round-trip at or under $154 is a good deal on this route right now.
75% of the fares we found on this route cost more; only a quarter cost less.
Timing Your Trip
The best day, time of day, season and booking window for this route.
Best day to fly
Saturdays
Saturday departures average $213 on this route, the lowest of any weekday.
$10 less than the average weekday, which is $223.
Best time to fly
Evenings
Evening departures average $175 on this route, the lowest of any time of day.
$41 less than the average departure, which is $216.
Low season
January
Fares average $138 in January, the cheapest month to fly this route, bottoming out near $135 in late January.
$17 below the yearly average of $155.
When to book
5 weeks ahead
Fares on this route are lowest when booked about 5 weeks before departure.
Booking then averages $146, versus $180 in the final days before the flight.
Price Drop Deals
Priceline is always monitoring flight prices on this route. When we spot an offer on a specific flight that’s significantly lower than what that flight usually sells for, we call it out here as a price drop.
BWIDTW
53% Price DropFrontier Airlines
Depart Nov 13 · Return Nov 17
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$231now only$108Round-trip
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Depart Nov 5 · Return Nov 9
4-night trip · economy
$285now only$154Round-trip
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47% Price DropUnited Airlines
Depart Nov 6 · Return Nov 9
3-night trip · economy
$287now only$154Round-trip
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Depart Oct 25 · Return Oct 28
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$290now only$192Round-trip
IADDTW
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Depart Nov 5 · Return Nov 8
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$285now only$210Round-trip
IADDTW
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Depart Nov 7 · Return Nov 10
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$290now only$211Round-trip
IADDTW
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Depart Nov 12 · Return Nov 16
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$289now only$211Round-trip
IADDTW
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Depart Nov 19 · Return Nov 23
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$289now only$223Round-trip
IADDTW
12% Price DropDelta Air Lines
Depart Nov 26 · Return Nov 29
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$287now only$253Round-trip
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Depart Nov 21 · Return Nov 26
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$287now only$255Round-trip
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20% Price DropDelta Air Lines
Depart Nov 12 · Return Nov 16
4-night trip · economy
$332now only$265Round-trip
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20% Price DropAmerican Airlines
Depart Nov 13 · Return Nov 16
3-night trip · economy
$331now only$265Round-trip
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Southwest Airlinesfound Oct 1111/02/26
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11:55 pm
DTWDetroit Metropolitan Airport
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BWIBaltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport
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11/03/26
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DTWDetroit Metropolitan Airport
11/10/26
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American Airlinesfound Oct 1111/02/26
7:15 am
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11/02/26
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11/09/26
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$149
Southwest Airlinesfound Oct 1111/02/26
10:20 pm
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11/02/26
11:55 pm
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DTWDetroit Metropolitan Airport
11/09/26
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Southwest Airlinesfound Oct 1311/10/26
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11/10/26
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11/17/26
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11/17/26
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American Airlinesfound Oct 1111/02/26
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11/09/26
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11/09/26
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DTWDetroit Metropolitan Airport
11/17/26
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11/17/26
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WAS to DTT
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When is the cheapest time to fly?
Cheapest in late January at about $135
Fares from Washington to Detroit are lowest in late January, around $135, and January is the cheapest month overall, averaging $138. They peak in late December at about $166, $31 more than the low. The yearly average is $155.
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| Month | Average fare | Early month | Late month |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | $138 | $141 | $135 |
| February | $145 | $142 | $148 |
| March | $154 | $150 | $157 |
| April | $156 | $157 | $155 |
| May | $162 | $162 | $163 |
| June | $164 | $163 | $165 |
| July | $161 | $161 | $160 |
| August | $152 | $155 | $149 |
| September | $154 | $153 | $154 |
| October | $154 | $157 | $151 |
| November | $155 | $147 | $163 |
| December | $160 | $154 | $166 |
How far in advance should I book?
Cheapest about 5 weeks out at $146
Book about 5 weeks before departure for the best fares from Washington to Detroit, around $146. Booking in the final days before the flight costs about $180, $34 more. Booking six months ahead runs about $200.
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| Days before departure | Average fare |
|---|---|
| 180 days | $200 |
| 172 days | $200 |
| 164 days | $203 |
| 156 days | $210 |
| 149 days | $215 |
| 148 days | $215 |
| 140 days | $211 |
| 132 days | $203 |
| 124 days | $193 |
| 116 days | $188 |
| 108 days | $183 |
| 100 days | $177 |
| 92 days | $172 |
| 84 days | $165 |
| 76 days | $161 |
| 68 days | $162 |
| 2mo | $165 |
| 52 days | $160 |
| 44 days | $152 |
| 36 days | $147 |
| 34 days | $146 |
| 28 days | $147 |
| 20 days | $152 |
| 12 days | $164 |
| 4 days | $175 |
| 0 days | $180 |
What's the cheapest day of the week to fly?
Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Washington to Detroit. At $213 it is 5% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day, 9% above average.
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| Day | Average fare |
|---|---|
| Sun | $243 |
| Mon | $233 |
| Tue | $221 |
| Wed | $213 |
| Thu | $213 |
| Fri | $225 |
| Sat | $213 |
When is the best time of day to fly?
Evening (5pm - 9pm) is the cheapest time of day to fly from Washington to Detroit. At $175 it is 19% cheaper than the average time. Morning (5am - 12pm) is the most expensive time, 14% above average.
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| Time of day | Average fare |
|---|---|
| Morning | $246 |
| Midday | $226 |
| Afternoon | $214 |
| Evening | $175 |
| Late Night | $219 |
What do round-trip flights from Washington to Detroit cost?
Share of fares in each price range, adjusted to current prices.
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| Price range | Share of fares |
|---|---|
| $0 to $100 | 2% |
| $100 to $200 | 50% |
| $200 to $300 | 32% |
| $300 to $400 | 11% |
| $400 to $500 | 3% |
| $500 and up | <1% |
Methodology: learn how we calculate these charts
The charts “When is the cheapest time to fly?”, “How far in advance should I book?”, “What's the cheapest day of the week to fly?” and “What do round-trip flights from Washington to Detroit cost?” are built from the prices Priceline customers actually paid for flights on this route over the past 12 months or more.
Where a route has too few bookings to fill every point in a chart, we borrow the shape of the curve from a group of routes with similar price behavior and fit it to the fares booked on this route.
Because past fares don’t reflect today’s market, we then adjust the historical prices for current conditions such as inflation and fuel costs, using the round-trip fares found in recent searches on this route.
The chart “When is the best time of day to fly?” is calculated directly from the fares found in recent searches, not from historical bookings.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about flying from Washington to Detroit.
What is the typical flight duration from Washington to Detroit?
Flights from Washington to Detroit are about 405 miles. The typical nonstop flight time is 1 hour 40 minutes outbound, with the return leg at 1 hour 35 minutes — a difference too small to matter. Delta, American, and United all serve the route nonstop.
Methodology
Flight times and distances come from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). The typical flight time is the median scheduled block time across all carriers on the route, computed the same way in both directions so the difference reflects prevailing winds rather than any change in method. Distance is the great-circle distance between the two airports, so the actual flown track is typically 2-5% longer.
Are there any direct flights from Washington to Detroit?
Yes, there are direct non-stop flights from Washington to Detroit, operated by Delta Air Lines, American Airlines, and United Airlines. Delta flies up to 34 times a week from Reagan National plus additional service from Dulles, American (operated by PSA Airlines) flies 19 weekly from Reagan National, and United (operated by Mesa and Republic) flies from Dulles, with most routes running daily. Service is daily across all carriers, though a couple of Delta frequencies run only six days a week or Saturdays only.
Methodology
Airlines and weekly frequencies are compiled from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a median fare is shown for a carrier, it reflects the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours.
What are the ground transportation options in Detroit?
From Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW), getting to downtown Detroit is easiest by rideshare or taxi; Uber and Lyft operate 24/7 from designated pickup zones outside baggage claim, and this is the most-used option for its convenience and speed, typically reaching the city center in about 20–30 minutes. Car rentals are also popular, with all major agencies on Lucas Drive a short free shuttle from the terminals, but public transit is weak: SMART buses serve the airport, yet weekday rush-hour trips require a transfer to a DDOT bus downtown, and the Detroit Air Xpress coach runs daily from 3:30 a.m. to 11 p.m. for $6–8, though overall bus service is best reserved for budget travelers. There is no rail link to the airport. For most visitors, a rideshare or taxi is the fastest and most reliable choice, while the DAX bus is the cheapest direct public option.
References
- Transport en commun | Wayne County Airport Authority
- Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport – Travel guide at Wikivoyage
- Detroit Metropolitan Airport
- Airport Service | TheRide
- Transporte público | Wayne County Airport Authority
- How to get from Detroit Airport (DTW) to Detroit, MI | Uber
- Find cheap flights to Detroit (DTW) | American Airlines
- Detroit Airport Taxi Cab - Request a Ride with Uber
When is the cheapest time to fly from Washington to Detroit?
Fares from Washington to Detroit are lowest in late January, around $135. January is the cheapest month overall, averaging $138, followed by February ($145) and August ($152). June is the most expensive month at about $164, and fares peak in late December at about $166. The yearly average is $155. Fares are adjusted to current market conditions.
Methodology
Seasonal fares come from Priceline's own air booking-summary archive, analysed in-house and refreshed monthly. For each day of the year we take a representative round-trip fare, a blend of the 25th-percentile and average ticket price over the route's bookings, and smooth the series into a seasonal curve; the half-month low and high and the monthly figures quoted here are averages of that curve. Thin and international routes borrow their seasonal shape from the nearest busy routes, with the price level anchored to the route's own bookings.
How far in advance should I book tickets from Washington to Detroit?
Book about 5 weeks before departure for the best fares from Washington to Detroit, around $146. Booking in the final days before the flight costs about $180, $34 more. Booking six months ahead runs about $200. Fares are adjusted to current market conditions.
Methodology
Booking-window guidance comes from the same monthly in-house analysis of Priceline's own air booking-summary archive. We aggregate the route's bookings by how many days before departure they were made, from about 180 days out to the day of travel, smooth the curve, and highlight the stretch of lead times with the lowest average fare. Thin and international routes borrow the curve shape from the nearest busy routes, anchored to the route's own price level. It reflects current fares and is refreshed monthly.
Are overnight (red‑eye) flights available from Washington to Detroit?
There are no nonstop red-eye flights from Washington to Detroit, but connecting overnight itineraries are available. American Airlines operates a red-eye leg from Charlotte to Detroit departing at 22:45 and arriving at 00:35, in the early hours after midnight, with a short 51-minute connection in Charlotte.
Methodology
Red-eye flights are identified from scheduled local departure and arrival times and block times in our flight-schedule database — built from published airline timetables and official schedule data, including U.S. Department of Transportation records for domestic routes. A flight counts as a red-eye when it departs in the afternoon or evening (3 p.m. or later local time) or in the early hours before 4 a.m., and is in the air at some point between midnight and 4 a.m. local time at both its departure airport and its arrival airport. An evening flight that lands before midnight at its destination is never counted, nor is a morning departure or a daytime long-haul that reaches the next calendar date only because of time zones. Each red-eye is labelled with its timing (for example, overnight and landing the next morning, or late-night and landing after midnight). For connecting itineraries the same rule is applied to the longer leg, from one representative day's flight search.
Which airlines usually operate this route from Washington to Detroit?
Delta, American, and United all fly nonstop from Washington to Detroit, with Delta offering up to 34 weekly flights from Reagan National and American up to 19. United serves the route from Dulles with up to 19 weekly flights, while Delta also operates from Dulles with up to 12 additional weekly flights. Most of these flights run daily, though a handful of Delta's Dulles and National departures operate on fewer days. The airlines currently scheduled on this route include Delta, American, and United.
Methodology
Airlines and weekly frequencies come from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a typical fare is shown for a carrier, it is the median of the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours.
How reliable are on‑time arrivals on this route from Washington to Detroit?
Delta's mainline flights from Dulles are the most reliable, arriving on time 90.9% of the time with no cancellations. American Eagle E175 flights operated by Republic are next at 85.9% on time with zero cancellations, while American's CRJ-700 flights operated by PSA are the least reliable at 73.4% on time with a 6.2% cancellation rate.
Methodology
On-time arrival and cancellation rates come from the U.S. Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS) Airline On-Time Performance dataset, which covers U.S. domestic routes only; a flight counts as on time when it arrives within 15 minutes of schedule. Carriers are ranked by arrival on-time rate on this route, and the carrier list itself comes from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI).
Which airport should I use in Detroit?
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) is the only major commercial airport serving Detroit. It is located about 20 miles southwest of downtown and is a hub for Delta Air Lines, with strong domestic and international connections.
How do I get to Washington Dulles International Airport from the city center?
From downtown Washington, D.C. to Washington Dulles International Airport, the Metrorail Silver Line offers a direct, economical ride of about 47–53 minutes, with frequent departures from early morning until late evening. Ride-share services like Uber and Lyft are the most popular choice for their speed and door-to-door convenience, while taxis run 24/7 and typically take 30–60 minutes. Shuttle buses such as the Silver Line Express provide a budget-friendly link to the metro, and private car services offer premium comfort. Driving and parking are available at the airport, but public transit and ride-share are generally faster and more convenient for most travelers.
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Are there hotels or sleeping facilities at Detroit airport?
The Westin Detroit Metropolitan Airport is located inside the McNamara terminal at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, giving you direct access from its lobby to airport check-in and TSA without leaving the building. It offers a free shuttle between the airport's external terminals and features amenities like a 24-hour fitness center and an indoor heated pool. Numerous other hotels are nearby in Romulus, many with complimentary airport shuttles.
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- Detroit Airport Hotel | The Westin Detroit Metropolitan Airport
- 15 Best Hotels near Detroit Metro Wayne Co Airport (DTW) for 2026 | U.S. News Travel
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- Sheraton Detroit Metro Airport, 8000 Merriman Rd, Romulus, MI 48174, US - MapQuest
What facilities and services are available to travelers at Detroit Metro Airport?
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) offers free Wi-Fi throughout both terminals, with charging stations and bottle filling stations available. Both the McNamara and Evans terminals have nursing rooms, a kids play area, and airport volunteer stations. Travelers can find a variety of dining options, including local favorites like Buddy's Pizza and regional specialties at Zingerman's Deli, as well as retail shops. There are a few airport lounges at DTW, such as Delta Sky Clubs in the McNamara Terminal and a Lufthansa Business Lounge in the Evans Terminal, which may offer complimentary food and beverages to patrons. The airport also has a Be Relax Spa in the McNamara Terminal and a Gameway entertainment space near gate A17 in the McNamara Terminal.
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- Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport Food Guide: Dining at DTW | Chase
- Detroit Metropolitan Airport DTW Lounges - DTW Airport Guide and lounges. | Priority Pass
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- Detroit Metro Airport: A Comprehensive Guide | Chase
- Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) (KDTW) passenger reviews | Flightradar24
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Are there accessible services or children's facilities at the Washington and Detroit airports?
At Washington Dulles International Airport, travelers can arrange wheelchair assistance through their airline, and the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Program provides lanyards at the USO Lounge and information desks between 8:00 AM and 8:00 PM daily. Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport offers wheelchair and mobility assistance through Prospect Airport Services at both McNamara and Evans terminals, with staff available to help from the curb through security to the aircraft; travelers should contact their airline prior to the flight to request assistance. Both airports provide accessible parking and shuttle services, and Detroit also features family restrooms, braille signage, hearing loops, and a stimulus-sensitivity control for the McNamara tunnel lights.
What aircraft are typically used on flights from Washington to Detroit?
Delta Air Lines operates the most nonstop flights from Washington to Detroit, using Airbus A319 and Boeing 717-200 aircraft on its mainline services, with regional partners SkyWest and Republic operating Bombardier CRJ-900 and Embraer E175 jets under the Delta brand. American Airlines regional partner PSA Airlines flies Bombardier CRJ-700 aircraft, while United Airlines regional partners Mesa and Republic both use Embraer E175 jets. The Delta, American, and United regional services are currently scheduled non-stop, with other carriers possibly serving the route via connections.
Methodology
Aircraft types come from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). For U.S. routes the type is grounded in the tail number that actually operated the flight; elsewhere it comes from the airline's filed equipment code. Where the source does not commit to a specific variant we name the aircraft family (for example Airbus A320 family) rather than guess, and where no reliable type is on file the aircraft is omitted rather than estimated. Types describe typical scheduled equipment and can vary with seasonal or day-of-week assignments and last-minute swaps.
Which airline alliances serve flights from Washington to Detroit?
From Washington to Detroit, Delta (SkyTeam), American (oneworld), and United (Star Alliance) all fly nonstop, so all three major global alliances are represented on the route. Delta's regional flights operate under the Delta brand via SkyWest and Republic, American's via PSA, and United's via Mesa and Republic, all of which are affiliated with their respective alliance member rather than being members themselves.
Methodology
Airlines and weekly frequencies are compiled from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a median fare is shown for a carrier, it reflects the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours.
What are the best airport lounge options when departing from Washington?
When departing from Washington Dulles International Airport, the best lounge options include the Capital One Lounge in the Main Terminal, which offers paid walk-up access for any traveler, and the United Polaris Lounge in Concourse C, available to United Polaris business class and Star Alliance international first and business class passengers. There are also three United Clubs in Concourses C and D, and the Air France-KLM Lounge, Etihad Lounge in collaboration with Chase, and Virgin Atlantic Clubhouse in Concourse A. For Priority Pass members, the Air France-KLM Lounge, British Airways Galleries Lounge, Lufthansa Business Lounge, and Turkish Airlines Lounge in Concourse B are accessible, though the Lufthansa Lounge has specific entry restrictions for cardholders. The Capital One Lounge is currently operating with a limited-service model offering grab-and-go food and a full-service coffee bar but no seating, while the USO Lounge in the Main Terminal is the only pre-security lounge.
References
- Washington Dulles Airport (IAD) Lounge Guide
- Airport Lounges at Washington Dulles International Airport [IAD]
- Lufthansa Business Lounge (Temporarily Closed) at Washington Dulles International Airport | Amex US
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Are same‑day changes or standby possible on this route?
Same-day changes and standby depend on the airline and fare class, with flexible and premium tickets offering the best options while Basic Economy generally does not.