New York to Washington flights
Direct and connecting flights from John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) — airlines, aircraft types, and the safety record for this route.
Route FAQ
How long does the flight from New York to Washington take?
Flight time from New York (JFK) to Washington (DCA) depends on routing, aircraft type, and whether the flight is direct or connecting. A direct flight typically reflects great-circle distance plus winds, while one-stop options can add several hours depending on the layover airport. The typical block time and frequency we have observed for this route are shown above.
Which airlines fly from New York to Washington?
Airline availability for JFK to DCA changes by season and sometimes week to week as carriers adjust capacity. The airlines and aircraft types observed operating this route, both direct and connecting, are listed below based on real flight-tracking data.
Are there direct flights from New York to Washington?
Direct (nonstop) availability on JFK to DCA varies by date, day of week, and season. Busy city pairs usually have multiple daily nonstops, while thinner routes may only have direct service a few days per week or only during peak seasons.
No fatal or serious occurrence recorded and attributed to operators on this pair in the last 90 days.
- Republic Airlines5-yr: no attributed events (coverage limited)Last 90 days: none recorded
- JetBlue Airways5-yr attributed events: 13Last 90 days: none recorded
- EDV5-yr: no attributed events (coverage limited)Last 90 days: none recorded
| Carrier | Sightings / 90d | Safety events |
|---|---|---|
| Republic Airlines | 2 sightings | No recorded events |
| JetBlue Airways | 1 sighting | No recorded events |
| EDV | 1 sighting | No recorded events |
Planning JFK → DCA
JFK to DCA is a short-haul route of 342 km (213 mi). See the return DCA → JFK route.
Alternative airports near New York: New York (LGA) — 17 km, New York (JRB) — 21 km, New York (JRA) — 23 km.
Alternative airports near Washington: Camp Springs (ADW) — 15 km, Fort Belvoir (DAA) — 20 km, Fort Meade (FME) — 35 km.