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Flight deals from Birmingham Airport to Washington Ronald Reagan Airport

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Birmingham Airport to Washington Ronald Reagan Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from £264. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Washington D.C..£102 per passenger.Departing Wed, 15 Apr.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Birmingham on Wed, 15 Apr, arriving in Washington Ronald Reagan.Price includes taxes and charges.From £102, select.
Washington D.C..£112 per passenger.Departing Sat, 6 Jun.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Birmingham on Sat, 6 Jun, arriving in Washington Ronald Reagan.Price includes taxes and charges.From £112, select.
Washington D.C..£171 per passenger.Departing Sun, 17 May.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Birmingham on Sun, 17 May, arriving in Washington Ronald Reagan.Price includes taxes and charges.From £171, select.
Washington D.C..£198 per passenger.Departing Mon, 30 Mar.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Birmingham on Mon, 30 Mar, arriving in Washington Ronald Reagan.Price includes taxes and charges.From £198, select.
Washington D.C..£297 per passenger.Departing Mon, 6 Jul.One-way flight with Breeze Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Breeze Airways, departs from Birmingham on Mon, 6 Jul, arriving in Washington Ronald Reagan.Price includes taxes and charges.From £297, select.
Washington D.C..£305 per passenger.Departing Sat, 10 Oct.One-way flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Birmingham on Sat, 10 Oct, arriving in Washington Ronald Reagan.Price includes taxes and charges.From £305, select.
Washington D.C..£318 per passenger.Departing Sat, 6 Jun.One-way flight with American Airlines.Outbound direct flight with American Airlines departs from Birmingham on Sat, 6 Jun, arriving in Washington Ronald Reagan.Price includes taxes and charges.From £318, select.
Washington D.C..£361 per passenger.Departing Sun, 17 May.One-way flight with American Airlines.Outbound direct flight with American Airlines departs from Birmingham on Sun, 17 May, arriving in Washington Ronald Reagan.Price includes taxes and charges.From £361, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Birmingham to Washington Ronald Reagan

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Birmingham to Washington Ronald Reagan flights are currently cheapest in April.
Mar
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Birmingham to Washington Ronald Reagan: Alternative routes

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Birmingham to Washington D.C.: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found£102
Cheapest month to flyApril
Average flight time2 hrs, 9 mins
Most popular airlineAmerican Airlines
Average flights per week59

Finding cheap flights from Birmingham to Washington Ronald Reagan: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Birmingham to Washington Ronald Reagan is £240. 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.
2 hours and 9 minutes is the average flight time from Birmingham to Washington Ronald Reagan.
American Airlines, PSA Airlines and Alaska Airlines fly direct from Birmingham to Washington Ronald Reagan.
As of March 2026, there are 59 flights per week flying from Birmingham to Washington Ronald Reagan.
The cheapest month to fly from Birmingham to Washington Ronald Reagan is usually May.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Birmingham Airport to Washington Ronald Reagan Airport on Thursday, 7 May 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 9 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Washington Ronald Reagan but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Washington D.C. is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Southwest Airlines and American Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Washington Ronald Reagan.

Travelling from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM) to Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA): what you need to know

  • Around 2 hours 5 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport.

  • The timezone in Washington DC is UTC-4, which is one hour ahead of Birmingham.

  • Every week, there are 29 Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport flights. If you want to get going as soon as possible, jump on the 05:27 American Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before you fly, the latest flight is at 18:28 with American Airlines.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your BHM to DCA flight.

  • Travelling during a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • Jetting into Washington DC (and then discovering more of United States!) is a breeze with American Airlines. This popular airline has direct flights from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport.

  • The majority of travellers choose to travel with American Airlines on this route.

  • The most punctual carrier that operates BHM to DCA flights is American Airlines. Its services land as scheduled 75.68% of the time.

  • We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between BHM and DCA include:

    • Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport

    • Charlotte Douglas International Airport

    • Nashville International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM) to Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)

  • The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport flight is £102. A return plane ticket right now is £240. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.

  • To get cheap tickets from BHM to DCA, book your journey eight months before your departure date.

  • Organise your trip for July. That's the cheapest month for flights from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across each month.

  • You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from BHM to DCA.

  • Lock in the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.

Handy information about Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM)

  • The address for BHM is 5900 Airport Highway.

  • Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport scores high marks for its on-time performance. 80.37% of flights that depart BHM arrive at their destination as scheduled.

  • Central Birmingham to Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport is approximately 6 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 10 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.

  • Get your journey off to a hassle-free start by staying near BHM. Whether you've booked an early flight from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are ideal:

Arriving at Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)

Getting from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) to central Washington DC

  • The address for DCA is 1 Aviation Circle.

  • Ronald Reagan National Airport to central Washington DC has a drive time of around 15 minutes. It's approximately 5 miles away.

  • It takes roughly 45 minutes to get there using public transport.

When to fly to Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)

  • It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport. February is the busiest month to head to Washington DC. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in May.

  • Before locking in your flight from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport, think about the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Washington DC, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).

  • Look for cheap tickets from BHM to DCA in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -6ºC (21ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) on average.

Explore more of United States

  • You've visited Washington DC, now it's time to explore other parts of United States. Travel around 200 miles north-east to New York to tick off its top attractions. From Statue of Liberty to Central Park and Empire State Building, there's plenty to keep you on the go.

  • If you're ready to explore another major stop in United States, head for Philadelphia, roughly 120 miles north-east of Washington DC. Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art are among the biggest draws.

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