Cheap flights from Washington to New York
228 mi · 45m average nonstop
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Quick answer: Washington to New York at a glance
Cheap flights from Washington (IAD) to New York (LGA) cover 228 miles (366 km) in about 45m nonstop, with 1 airline flying direct — a short-haul domestic route. Search Kayak for today's cheapest live fare. Route difficulty 1/10.
Summary computed from real OpenFlights coordinates — not an estimate. Prices update live on Kayak.
Flying from Washington to New York covers 228 miles (367 km) in approximately 0 hour 45 minutes. 1 airline offers direct flights on this short-haul domestic route. This is a short-haul domestic route typically served by direct flights.
Nonstop distance 228 miles. Direct carriers include UA.
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Airlines on this route
1 airlines fly Washington → New York. All are direct routes.
| Airline | Route type |
|---|---|
| UA | Direct |
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Washington to New York — quick answers
How far is Washington from New York by plane?
The nonstop flight distance from Washington (IAD) to New York (LGA) is 228 miles (366 km), calculated as a great-circle line from published OpenFlights airport coordinates. Actual flown distance is slightly longer due to airways and winds.
How long is the flight from Washington to New York?
The average nonstop flight time from IAD to LGA is 45 minutes. Gate-to-gate time is usually 20–35 minutes longer; connecting itineraries add 1–4 hours depending on the layover.
Which airlines fly from Washington to New York?
1 airlines serve this route nonstop: UA. Schedules and amenities differ by carrier — compare live frequencies and fare classes on Kayak before you book.