One-way or round-trip: which flight should you book?
Round trips aren't always cheaper. Here's how to decide, and when two one-way tickets make more sense.
September 20, 2026, 4 min read
Washington is served by Reagan National (close to downtown, mainly domestic), Dulles (the main international airport) and Baltimore/Washington (often good for low fares).
United (Dulles), American Airlines (Reagan National), Southwest (BWI), Delta. Routes and schedules change, so search your dates to see who flies when.
Spring, especially cherry blossom season in late March and early April, and fall are the most pleasant. Summers are hot and humid.
Metro serves Reagan National and Dulles (Silver Line); MARC and Amtrak trains serve BWI.
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