Miami to Washington flights
Direct and connecting flights from Miami International Airport (MIA) 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 Miami to Washington take?
Flight time from Miami (MIA) 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 Miami to Washington?
Airline availability for MIA 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 Miami to Washington?
Direct (nonstop) availability on MIA 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.
- American Airlines5-yr attributed events: 27Last 90 days: none recorded
- ENY5-yr: no attributed events (coverage limited)Last 90 days: none recorded
- Delta Air Lines5-yr attributed events: 52Last 90 days: none recorded
| Carrier | Sightings / 90d | Safety events |
|---|---|---|
| American Airlines | 5 sightings | No recorded events |
| ENY | 2 sightings | No recorded events |
| Delta Air Lines | 1 sighting | No recorded events |
Planning MIA → DCA
MIA to DCA is a short-haul route of 1,483 km (921 mi). See the return DCA → MIA route.
Alternative airports near Miami: Miami (OPF) — 12 km, Kendall-tamiami (TMB) — 22 km, Hollywood (HWO) — 23 km.
Alternative airports near Washington: Camp Springs (ADW) — 15 km, Fort Belvoir (DAA) — 20 km, Fort Meade (FME) — 35 km.