$81 Cheap flight deals from Memphis (MEM) to Washington (WAS)

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This Weekend's Flight Deals from Memphis to Washington

This weekend's flight prices found within the past 7 days, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Sun, Jul 20 - Wed, Jul 23
MEM
Memphis Intl.
BWI
Baltimore Washington Intl. Thurgood Marshall
$344 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$344
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sun, Jul 20 from Memphis Intl. to Baltimore Washington Intl. Thurgood Marshall, returning Wed, Jul 23, priced at $344 found 5 hours ago
Sun, Jul 20 - Wed, Jul 23
MEM
Memphis Intl.
DCA
Ronald Reagan Washington National
$344 Roundtrip, found 16 hours ago
$344
Roundtrip
found 16 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sun, Jul 20 from Memphis Intl. to Ronald Reagan Washington National, returning Wed, Jul 23, priced at $344 found 16 hours ago
Sat, Jul 19 - Tue, Jul 22
MEM
Memphis Intl.
IAD
Washington Dulles Intl.
$439 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$439
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Sat, Jul 19 from Memphis Intl. to Washington Dulles Intl., returning Tue, Jul 22, priced at $439 found 2 days ago

Airfares from $81 One Way, $192 Round Trip from Memphis to Washington

Prices starting at $192 for return flights and $81 for one-way flights to Washington were the cheapest prices found within the past 7 days, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Tue, Sep 9 - Wed, Sep 10
MEM
Memphis
IAD
Washington
$192 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$192
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select United flight, departing Tue, Sep 9 from Memphis to Washington, returning Wed, Sep 10, priced at $192 found 6 days ago
Thu, Sep 11 - Sun, Sep 14
MEM
Memphis
BWI
Baltimore
$194 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$194
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 11 from Memphis to Baltimore, returning Sun, Sep 14, priced at $194 found 6 days ago
Thu, Sep 4 - Sun, Sep 7
MEM
Memphis
BWI
Baltimore
$195 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$195
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 4 from Memphis to Baltimore, returning Sun, Sep 7, priced at $195 found 6 days ago
Wed, Aug 13 - Mon, Aug 25
MEM
Memphis
BWI
Baltimore
$197 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$197
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Wed, Aug 13 from Memphis to Baltimore, returning Mon, Aug 25, priced at $197 found 5 days ago
Thu, Sep 4 - Mon, Sep 8
MEM
Memphis
BWI
Baltimore
$202 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$202
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 4 from Memphis to Baltimore, returning Mon, Sep 8, priced at $202 found 3 hours ago

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2.0-star property

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8/10 Very Good! (848 reviews)

Sep 10 - Sep 13

3 night stay

Memphis (MEM) to Washington (DCA)

Southwest Airlines • Non-stop roundtrip • Coach
per person
found 1 day ago
parking so expensive !! Rooms are not clean !! bathroom tub is so bad

Reviewed on Jul 1, 2025

Glover Park - Georgetown
4.0-star property

Glover Park - Georgetown

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Sep 10 - Sep 13

3 night stay

Memphis (MEM) to Washington (DCA)

Southwest Airlines • Non-stop roundtrip • Coach
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per person
found 1 day ago
Clean, comfortable room, and really helpful staff. I really enjoyed my stay and can highly recommend this hotel!

Reviewed on Jul 14, 2025

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2.0-star property

SIXTY DC

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Sep 10 - Sep 13

3 night stay

Memphis (MEM) to Washington (DCA)

Southwest Airlines • Non-stop roundtrip • Coach
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per person
found 1 day ago
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More About Flying To Washington from Memphis

Route Information for Flights from Memphis to Washington

Origin Airport IATA Code
MEM
Destination Airport IATA Code
WAS
Distance
760 mi
Direct Flight Airlines
American Airlines
Earliest Flight Arrival
2:19PM UTC
Latest Flight Arrival
2:23AM UTC

Fly from Memphis to Washington, DC

Washington, DC is the perfect place to learn about US history. You can fly to the city from Memphis in under three hours, and the Memphis International Airport (MEM) is easy to find off Interstate 240. The airport's MEMpark system allows you to decide whether you want the most convenient or the most affordable parking spot.

Attractions

Start your trip at the US Capitol Visitor Center. This is where you pick up your tour passes for a guided walk through the Capitol Building. You may request a tour of the White House in advance of your trip, but no advance arrangements are needed to enjoy the National Mall. This is an outdoor park surrounding the White House that is often referred to as America's Front Yard. Additional highlights of your trip may include the Washington Monument, Lincoln Memorial and Vietnam Veterans Memorial. You may even have some fun at the International Spy Museum.

Hints and tips

Once you arrive at the Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), it's best to take the subway or reserve space on a shuttle. You can rent a car, but the subway system is well developed and is preferred by many guests. Pack light for day trips because large bags aren't permitted in the Capitol Building. If you're over the age of 18, you will need identification to enter the White House for a scheduled tour.

Frequently asked questions

Are there non-stop flights from Memphis to Washington?
American Airlines will fly you directly from MEM to Washington, DC (DCA-Ronald Reagan Washington National), so you won't have to stress about annoying layovers or missing your next flight.
What is the shortest flight from Memphis to Washington?
The trip from Memphis to Washington can be as quick as 2 hours and 48 minutes. With a short and sweet flight time like this, why not book an impulsive getaway?
What airlines fly from Memphis to Washington most frequently?
American Airlines offers the most flights along this route. This trusted air carrier operates 73 flights from MEM to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) each month.
What is the cheapest day of the week to fly?
Consider flying out early in the week to save on your airfare. Orbitz data from 2021 shows that Monday is the cheapest day to depart, followed by Tuesday. Saturday showed the highest average ticket prices likely because many travelers prefer to start their vacation on a weekend.
What is the cheapest month to fly?
We won't keep you guessing, according to Orbitz data from 2021, the cheapest month to fly is February. Perfect for those who need a weekend getaway, or just a break from it all in the shortest month of the year. Be aware that the most expensive time to fly is during the height of summer in July, and in the holiday month of December.*According to flight demand on Orbitz.com from January to December 2021. Savings are subject to change based on departure location, date and destination.

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