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 $139 One Way, $157 Round Trip

Prices starting at $157 for return flights and $139 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.

Sat, Dec 12 - Mon, Dec 14
RDU
Raleigh
DCA
Washington
$157 Roundtrip, found 20 hours ago
$157
Roundtrip
found 20 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Sat, Dec 12 from Raleigh to Washington, returning Mon, Dec 14, priced at $157 found 20 hours ago
Sat, Dec 12 - Mon, Dec 14
RDU
Raleigh
DCA
Washington
$157 Roundtrip, found 20 hours ago
$157
Roundtrip
found 20 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sat, Dec 12 from Raleigh to Washington, returning Mon, Dec 14, priced at $157 found 20 hours ago
Fri, Dec 11 - Mon, Dec 14
RDU
Raleigh
DCA
Washington
$181 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$181
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Fri, Dec 11 from Raleigh to Washington, returning Mon, Dec 14, priced at $181 found 8 hours ago
Fri, Dec 11 - Mon, Dec 14
RDU
Raleigh
DCA
Washington
$191 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$191
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Fri, Dec 11 from Raleigh to Washington, returning Mon, Dec 14, priced at $191 found 8 hours ago
Thu, Nov 26 - Sun, Nov 29
RDU
Raleigh
DCA
Washington
$213 Roundtrip, found 23 hours ago
$213
Roundtrip
found 23 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Thu, Nov 26 from Raleigh to Washington, returning Sun, Nov 29, priced at $213 found 23 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 Sep 11 to Sep 12
$151 total
Sep 11 - Sep 12
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 ...
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
$119 nightly
The price is $136 total per night from Sep 6 to Sep 7
$136 total
Sep 6 - Sep 7
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Arlington. Enjoy 2 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,532 reviews)
"Clean staff was great"

Reviewed on Sep 2, 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Washington DC - Crystal City
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 Sep 3 to Sep 4
$126 total
Sep 3 - Sep 4
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! (5,420 reviews)
"Hotel is good and staff is also friendly"

Reviewed on Sep 2, 2026

Washington Plaza 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
The price is $126 total per night from Sep 3 to Sep 4
$126 total
per night
Sep 3 - Sep 4
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! (5,420 reviews)
"Hotel is good and staff is also friendly"

Reviewed on Sep 2, 2026

Washington Plaza Hotel
Hilton Washington DC Capitol Hill

Hilton Washington DC Capitol Hill

4 out of 5
525 New Jersey Ave Nw Washington DC
The price is $218 total per night from Sep 27 to Sep 28
$218 total
per night
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Stay at this hotel in Washington. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
Hilton Washington DC Capitol Hill
Omni Shoreham Hotel Washington DC

Omni Shoreham Hotel Washington DC

4 out of 5
2500 Calvert St Nw Washington DC
The price is $205 total per night from Sep 3 to Sep 4
$205 total
per night
Sep 3 - Sep 4
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 ...
Omni Shoreham 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
$256 nightly
The price is $302 total per night from Sep 6 to Sep 7
$302 total
Sep 6 - Sep 7
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 ...
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
$144 nightly
The price is $167 total per night from Sep 3 to Sep 4
$167 total
Sep 3 - Sep 4
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 ...
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 Capital One Arena and National Mall are located ...
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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 Downtown

Motto by Hilton Washington DC Downtown

3.5 out of 5
627 H Street NW Washington DC
$93 nightly
The price is $107 total per night from Sep 7 to Sep 8
$107 total
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Total with taxes and fees
Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center.
9/10 Wonderful! (2,030 reviews)
"Have staff be better informed about parking pricing. Was told it was $28 and it was $37."

Reviewed on Aug 31, 2026

Motto by Hilton Washington DC Downtown
The Baron Hotel

The Baron Hotel

3 out of 5
1523 22nd Street NW Washington DC
$64 nightly
The price is $75 total per night from Sep 6 to Sep 7
$75 total
Sep 6 - Sep 7
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 ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,011 reviews)
"In my experience the room that I had is was not in good condition"

Reviewed on Sep 2, 2026

The Baron Hotel
Windsor Inn Hotel

Windsor Inn Hotel

2 out of 5
1842 16th St Nw Washington DC
$85 nightly
The price is $98 total per night from Sep 8 to Sep 9
$98 total
Sep 8 - Sep 9
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 ...
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
$183 nightly
The price is $212 total per night from Sep 10 to Sep 11
$212 total
Sep 10 - Sep 11
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! (2,478 reviews)
"This hotel is walking distance from pretty much anything that you would like to see Washington D.C related. The room was nice and the hotel as a whole provided my family with everything we needed. I recommend this hotel to future travelers."

Reviewed on Sep 2, 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
$178 nightly
The price is $206 total per night from Sep 7 to Sep 8
$206 total
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Washington. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
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
$189 nightly
The price is $219 total per night from Sep 3 to Sep 4
$219 total
Sep 3 - Sep 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 ...
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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