Cheap Flights from Pittsburgh (PIT) to Washington (DCA)

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Frequently asked questions

How long does it take to fly from Pittsburgh Intl. Airport (PIT) to DCA?
Book your trip with American Airlines and you'll be traveling for roughly 1 hour and 7 minutes. This top airline operates a direct flight that departs at 3:22PM from Pittsburgh Airport and gets to National Airport at 4:29PM. Expedia has some incredible flight deals, so check out what's on offer on this route today.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Pittsburgh Intl. Airport (PIT) to DCA last minute?
Booking your journey from Pittsburgh Intl. Airport (PIT) to DCA last minute could save you money if you strike it lucky and find a real bargain. However, tickets usually don't get cheaper closer to the departure date. If you hold off, flights could also be booked out or the best seats taken (because who wants the middle seat?). If you want to be on the safe side, book well ahead of your departure date. In fact, you can find some of the biggest deals up to a year in advance. If your preferred airline hasn't released its fares yet, check back regularly as deals are updated on Expedia constantly.
What airports do you fly into for Washington from Pittsburgh?
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD) and Baltimore Washington Intl. Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) are your choices when jetting from Pittsburgh to Washington. About 6 kilometers south of the heart of Washington, Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) is the city's main entry point. Think about things such as flight arrival and departure times and the distance to your hotel before deciding on an airport. White House and United States Capitol are two top attractions to add to your must-see list when you arrive at your destination.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Pittsburgh Airport to National Airport?
For American Airlines flights jetting out from Pittsburgh Intl. Airport (PIT) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), the busiest period is between 6:00 AM - 7:00 AM. If you'd like to avoid any delays, head off in the morning. This way you're likely to escape the heavy air traffic that builds up in the afternoon and evening.
Can I change the date of my flight from PIT to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)?
Quickly make changes to your Pittsburgh Airport to DCA journey by logging in to the Expedia Trips portal. But before doing so, check out the fare rules in your itinerary to see what the airline will let you do and if change fees apply. Some carriers have a change fee per person, on top of any difference in ticket prices. However, if you booked in the last 24 hours, you may be able to cancel for free and organize new flights. You can also head to our Customer Service portal for more information and to chat with our Virtual Agent.

Travel information

Origin airport
Pittsburgh Intl.
Destination airport
Ronald Reagan Washington National
Distance
328 km
Average flight time
2 hours 9 mins

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