$94 Cheap Flights from Salt Lake City (SLC) to Washington (DCA)

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Cheap Flights from Salt Lake City to Washington (SLC-DCA)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $94 for one-way flights and $188 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Frontier Airlines
Tue, Apr 29 - Wed, Apr 30
SLC
Salt Lake City
DCA
Washington
$188 Roundtrip, just found
$188
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Tue, Apr 29 from Salt Lake City to Washington, returning Wed, Apr 30, priced at $188 just found
Frontier Airlines
Tue, Apr 29 - Fri, May 2
SLC
Salt Lake City
DCA
Washington
$198 Roundtrip, just found
$198
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Tue, Apr 29 from Salt Lake City to Washington, returning Fri, May 2, priced at $198 just found
Frontier Airlines
Fri, Apr 25 - Fri, May 2
SLC
Salt Lake City
DCA
Washington
$208 Roundtrip, just found
$208
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Apr 25 from Salt Lake City to Washington, returning Fri, May 2, priced at $208 just found
Frontier Airlines
Wed, May 7 - Fri, May 9
SLC
Salt Lake City
DCA
Washington
$218 Roundtrip, just found
$218
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Wed, May 7 from Salt Lake City to Washington, returning Fri, May 9, priced at $218 just found
Frontier Airlines
Tue, May 20 - Fri, May 23
SLC
Salt Lake City
DCA
Washington
$224 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$224
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Tue, May 20 from Salt Lake City to Washington, returning Fri, May 23, priced at $224 found 5 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Fri, Apr 25 - Sun, Apr 27
SLC
Salt Lake City
DCA
Washington
$228 Roundtrip, just found
$228
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Apr 25 from Salt Lake City to Washington, returning Sun, Apr 27, priced at $228 just found
JetBlue Airways
Fri, Jul 18 - Mon, Jul 21
SLC
Salt Lake City
DCA
Washington
$263 Roundtrip, just found
$263
Roundtrip
just found
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Fri, Jul 18 from Salt Lake City to Washington, returning Mon, Jul 21, priced at $263 just found
Delta
Sat, May 24 - Mon, May 26
SLC
Salt Lake City
DCA
Washington
$279 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$279
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Delta flight, departing Sat, May 24 from Salt Lake City to Washington, returning Mon, May 26, priced at $279 found 1 hour ago
American Airlines
Wed, Aug 20 - Mon, Aug 25
SLC
Salt Lake City
DCA
Washington
$289 Roundtrip, just found
$289
Roundtrip
just found
Select American Airlines flight, departing Wed, Aug 20 from Salt Lake City to Washington, returning Mon, Aug 25, priced at $289 just found
United
Wed, Aug 20 - Mon, Aug 25
SLC
Salt Lake City
DCA
Washington
$289 Roundtrip, just found
$289
Roundtrip
just found
Select United flight, departing Wed, Aug 20 from Salt Lake City to Washington, returning Mon, Aug 25, priced at $289 just found
Flights from Salt Lake City (SLC) to Washington (DCA)
Origin airport
Salt Lake City Intl.
Destination airport
Ronald Reagan Washington National
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, JetBlue Airways, Southwest Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$188
Distance
1846 mi
Average flight time
4 hours 1 min

Salt Lake City to Washington Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Salt Lake City to Washington

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Salt Lake City to Washington are during the month of April. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Salt Lake City to Washington with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

The best time to book a flight from Salt Lake City to Washington

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Salt Lake City to Washington: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Salt Lake City to Washington

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Salt Lake City to Washington in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $94 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Salt Lake City to Washington flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Salt Lake City to Washington airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Salt Lake City Intl. Airport (SLC) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) cost?
You can land cheap return flights from Salt Lake City Intl. Airport (SLC) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) starting from $299. Grab a seat and get ready to go. This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a Delta flight leaving SLC on May 13 2025 and touching down at DCA. The price was last updated on April 19 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from SLC to DCA?
The cheapest flights from SLC to DCA are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
Which airlines fly direct from Salt Lake City Intl. Airport (SLC) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)?
You can fly directly from Salt Lake City Intl. Airport (SLC) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) on a Delta Air Lines flight.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from SLC to DCA?
Fly from SLC to DCA with Delta. This carrier currently offers the cheapest one-way fare on this route, starting from $219. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from SLC on May 28 2025. Prices were last updated on April 19 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Salt Lake City Intl. Airport (SLC) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)?
On average, only 1 direct flight departs daily from Salt Lake City Intl. Airport (SLC) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA). Need more options? Use our filters to find flights with layovers and add an extra destination to your journey.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Salt Lake City Intl. Airport (SLC) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)?
The 9 AM departures from SLC to DCA are the busiest. These flights can come with a higher price due to their popularity. If you’re looking to save, choose a less crowded time to fly.
What day of the week has the most flights from SLC to DCA?
Friday has the most flights from Salt Lake City Intl. Airport (SLC) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA). Consider jetting off on this day and you’ll have a greater chance of finding a departure that works with your plans.
What is the earliest flight from Salt Lake City Intl. Airport (SLC) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)?
The earliest flight taking off from Salt Lake City Intl. Airport (SLC) is at around 9:52AM UTC-7. Hop on this flight and you’ll land at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) at approximately 4:00PM UTC-5. The overall travel time is 4h 8m.
How long does it take to fly from Salt Lake City Intl. Airport (SLC) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)?
Flights from SLC to DCA have an average travel time of 4 hours and 8 minutes. The total distance between the two is 1,850 mi.
What airline has the least delays from SLC to DCA?
With 85% of journeys usually arriving as scheduled, Delta Air Lines has the best on-time performance for nonstop flights from Salt Lake City Intl. Airport (SLC) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA). To keep track of your flight status and get notified about any changes, head to the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from Salt Lake City Intl. Airport (SLC) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)?
Book a flight from Salt Lake City Intl. Airport (SLC) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) that takes off before 3 PM to reduce the risk of delays and cancellations. Departures after this time are on average 22% more likely to be canceled.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG’s global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Washington from Salt Lake City Intl. Airport (SLC)?
Take a direct flight from Salt Lake City Intl. Airport (SLC) to Washington and arrive at one of these airports:

  • Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)
  • Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD)
  • Baltimore Washington Intl. Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)

Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Salt Lake City Intl. Airport (SLC) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) last-minute?
Booking your plane ticket from SLC to DCA shortly before your getaway is typically more expensive. However, if you’re flexible with your schedule, you could snag a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a SLC to DCA flight and hotel package?
Securing a SLC to DCA flight and hotel package tends to be cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the ease of organizing your trip all in one place. Pick from our extensive range of stays and then add car rentals, activities and flights to your booking. Bundle it all together, and you could save hundreds of dollars.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Salt Lake City Intl. Airport (SLC) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)?
It’s usually possible to cancel or reschedule your SLC to DCA flight. However, for bookings made more than 24 hours ago, additional fees may apply. Check your airline’s policies in your itinerary to see what changes are allowed and if any costs are involved. You’ll also find further details on our Customer Service portal.

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