Cheap flights from RDU to DCA (Raleigh - Durham Intl. to Ronald Reagan Washington National)

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Cheap Flights from RDU to DCA starting at $114 One Way, $219 Round Trip

Prices starting at $219 for return flights and $114 for one-way flights to Ronald Reagan Washington National were the cheapest prices found within the past 7 days, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Fri, May 15 - Mon, May 18
RDU
Raleigh
DCA
Washington
$219 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$219
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Fri, May 15 from Raleigh to Washington, returning Mon, May 18, priced at $219 found 6 days ago
Thu, Sep 24 - Mon, Sep 28
RDU
Raleigh
DCA
Washington
$227 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$227
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Thu, Sep 24 from Raleigh to Washington, returning Mon, Sep 28, priced at $227 found 2 days ago
Tue, Jun 9 - Wed, Jun 10
RDU
Raleigh
DCA
Washington
$232 Roundtrip, found 19 hours ago
$232
Roundtrip
found 19 hours ago
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Tue, Jun 9 from Raleigh to Washington, returning Wed, Jun 10, priced at $232 found 19 hours ago
Sat, Jul 11 - Sun, Jul 12
RDU
Raleigh
DCA
Washington
$239 Roundtrip, found 13 hours ago
$239
Roundtrip
found 13 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Sat, Jul 11 from Raleigh to Washington, returning Sun, Jul 12, priced at $239 found 13 hours ago
Tue, Aug 4 - Wed, Aug 5
RDU
Raleigh
DCA
Washington
$241 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$241
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Tue, Aug 4 from Raleigh to Washington, returning Wed, Aug 5, priced at $241 found 5 hours ago

Hotel Ideas near Ronald Reagan Washington National

Airport Hotels near Ronald Reagan Washington National

Courtyard by Marriott Arlington Crystal City/Reagan National

Courtyard by Marriott Arlington Crystal City/Reagan National

3.5 out of 5
2899 Richmond Highway Arlington VA
$132 nightly
The price is $151 total per night from May 1 to May 2
$151 total
May 1 - May 2
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Arlington. Enjoy a free airport shuttle, a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,600 reviews)
Great customer service from front desk to restaurant. Rooms clean. Will definitely recommend. Only con is parking very expensive

Reviewed on Apr 20, 2026

Courtyard by Marriott Arlington Crystal City/Reagan National
DoubleTree by Hilton Washington DC - Crystal City

DoubleTree by Hilton Washington DC - Crystal City

4 out of 5
300 Army Navy Dr Arlington VA
$147 nightly
The price is $168 total per night from May 8 to May 9
$168 total
May 8 - May 9
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Arlington. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a free airport shuttle, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,408 reviews)
Stayed one night, took the free shuttle to DCA. No issues.

Reviewed on Apr 23, 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Washington DC - Crystal City
Sheraton Pentagon City Hotel

Sheraton Pentagon City Hotel

3.5 out of 5
900 S Orme St Arlington VA
$118 nightly
The price is $135 total per night from Apr 25 to Apr 26
$135 total
Apr 25 - Apr 26
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Arlington. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a free airport shuttle, and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (3,141 reviews)
The rooms are a bit outdated, but I felt safe and the staff was wonderful. I needed the shuttle to Reagan airport in that came in super handy.

Reviewed on Apr 23, 2026

Sheraton Pentagon City Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Hotels In Washington

Washington Plaza Hotel

Washington Plaza Hotel

4 out of 5
10 Thomas Circle NW Washington DC
$109 nightly
The price is $126 total per night from May 8 to May 9
$126 total
May 8 - May 9
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Washington. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (5,036 reviews)
Overall a short pleasant stay. Very friendly staff.

Reviewed on Apr 23, 2026

Washington Plaza Hotel
Omni Shoreham Hotel

Omni Shoreham Hotel

4 out of 5
2500 Calvert St Nw Washington DC
$204 nightly
The price is $237 total per night from May 8 to May 9
$237 total
May 8 - May 9
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Washington. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,235 reviews)
It was good. Nice location, older hotel.

Reviewed on Apr 21, 2026

Omni Shoreham Hotel
Hamilton Hotel Washington DC

Hamilton Hotel Washington DC

4 out of 5
1001 14th St NW Washington DC
$165 nightly
The price is $187 total per night from May 1 to May 2
$187 total
May 1 - May 2
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Washington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,336 reviews)
Absolute worst hotel I’ve ever stayed in worst vacation hotel ever

Reviewed on Apr 23, 2026

Hamilton Hotel Washington DC
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Washington Hotels With Airport Transportation

Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center

Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center

4 out of 5
201 Waterfront Street Fort Washington MD
$230 nightly
The price is $272 total per night from May 10 to May 11
$272 total
May 10 - May 11
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this spa resort in National Harbor. Enjoy a full-service spa, 3 restaurants, and a marina. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,013 reviews)
Great location! Food was awesome! Everyone was nice!

Reviewed on Apr 20, 2026

Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center
Courtyard by Marriott Washington, DC Dupont Circle

Courtyard by Marriott Washington, DC Dupont Circle

3.5 out of 5
1733 N St NW Washington DC
$157 nightly
The price is $182 total per night from May 10 to May 11
$182 total
May 10 - May 11
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this boutique hotel in Washington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
Clean room excellent staff. Valet parking separate

Reviewed on Apr 16, 2026

Courtyard by Marriott Washington, DC Dupont Circle
Malolo Bed and Breakfast

Malolo Bed and Breakfast

3.5 out of 5
5213 B Street Southeast Washington DC
Stay at this B&B in Washington. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a free area shuttle. Popular attractions Union Station Shopping Center and Capital One Arena ...
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Malolo Bed and Breakfast
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Low Priced Washington Hotels

Motto by Hilton Washington DC City Center

Motto by Hilton Washington DC City Center

3.5 out of 5
627 H Street NW Washington DC
$114 nightly
The price is $132 total per night from May 10 to May 11
$132 total
May 10 - May 11
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Washington. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,951 reviews)
Mr Denzel was the best!!! Clean, great staff and good breakfast

Reviewed on Apr 22, 2026

Motto by Hilton Washington DC City Center
The Baron Hotel

The Baron Hotel

3 out of 5
1523 22nd Street NW Washington DC
$109 nightly
The price is $126 total per night from May 24 to May 25
$126 total
May 24 - May 25
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Washington. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,015 reviews)
Very good location, close to main attractions, but conditions of the amenities corresponds to the price and the coffee could be better!

Reviewed on Apr 22, 2026

The Baron Hotel
Windsor Inn Hotel

Windsor Inn Hotel

2 out of 5
1842 16th St Nw Washington DC
$100 nightly
The price is $116 total per night from May 18 to May 19
$116 total
May 18 - May 19
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Washington. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
6.8/10 (1,004 reviews)
The location is good, but the interior furniture is not. I understand they try to maintain a legacy look, but the actual furniture in the room was just old and poorly maintained. There was nothing charming about it.

Reviewed on Apr 20, 2026

Windsor Inn Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Family Friendly Hotels in Washington

Embassy Suites by Hilton Washington D.C. – Convention Center

Embassy Suites by Hilton Washington D.C. – Convention Center

3.5 out of 5
900 10th St NW Washington DC
$214 nightly
The price is $248 total per night from Apr 24 to Apr 25
$248 total
Apr 24 - Apr 25
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Washington. Enjoy free breakfast, a 24-hour fitness center, and WiFi (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,299 reviews)
The location was great for our stay to visit a few museums in the city. We also took a preteen and teenager with us and this was a great family environment. The breakfast buffet was awesome and the staff members were very friendly and ready to assist!

Reviewed on Apr 21, 2026

Embassy Suites by Hilton Washington D.C. – Convention Center
Holiday Inn Washington Capitol - Natl Mall by IHG

Holiday Inn Washington Capitol - Natl Mall by IHG

3 out of 5
550 C St SW Washington DC
$180 nightly
The price is $209 total per night from May 10 to May 11
$209 total
May 10 - May 11
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Washington. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,872 reviews)
Perfect location and clean room. Slept like a baby every night. Just wished they had more variety in the breakfast buffet, it seemed like they had the same thing every day.

Reviewed on Apr 22, 2026

Holiday Inn Washington Capitol - Natl Mall by IHG
Hyatt Place Washington DC/National Mall

Hyatt Place Washington DC/National Mall

3 out of 5
400 E Street SW Washington DC
$194 nightly
The price is $225 total per night from May 3 to May 4
$225 total
May 3 - May 4
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Washington. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,645 reviews)
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Reviewed on Apr 22, 2026

Hyatt Place Washington DC/National Mall
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

RDU to DCA Route Info

Origin Airport
Destination Airport
Number Of Airlines Serving
Distance
Shortest Flight Departure Time
Shortest Flight Departure Date
RDU Address & GPS
Address:
Raleigh/Durham NC, 27623
United States
IATA Code:
RDU
Longitude:
-78.790862
Latitude:
35.873592
Time Zone:
America/New_York
DCA Address & GPS
Address:
1 Aviation Circle
Washington DC, 20001-6000
United States
IATA Code:
DCA
Longitude:
-77.043457
Latitude:
38.853434
Time Zone:
America/New_York

Frequently asked questions

Are there non-stop flights from RDU to National Airport?
With several companies offering nonstop flights from RDU to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), you won't need to bother about switching planes or amusing yourself during a stopover. For a stress-free journey, we recommend taking to the skies with American Airlines or Delta Air Lines.
What is the shortest flight from RDU to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)?
There's nothing more exciting than an impromptu getaway. And with the journey from RDU to DCA being a mere 1 hour and 13 minutes, you'll have a hard time finding an excuse not to take one.
How many hours flight from RDU to National Airport?
It takes a leisurely 1 hour and 16 minutes on average to fly from RDU to DCA. Whip out that travel guide and start marking all the spots you want to visit. It won't be long before you'll be seeing them for yourself.
What airlines have the most flights from Raleigh–Durham Airport to National Airport?
While there are several airlines that advertise flights from Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) to National Airport, there are a couple that really shine. Delta Air Lines (DL) is one of the most liked and has 169 flights every month. American Airlines (AA) will also get you to your destination safely and comfortably. Offering 236 flights every month between Raleigh and Washington, it's another traveler favorite.

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