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National Air and Space Museum
This world-class museum presents aviation and space history through iconic aircraft, spacecraft, and hands-on science exhibits.
Flights from Bala-Cynwyd, PA to Washington, DC depart on average 41 times per day, taking around 1h 13m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $478 (€394) but you can travel from only $19 (€15) by train.
There are 3 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 18:55, the last at 23:19. The fastest flight covers the 123 miles (198 km) distance in 1h 10m. October is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 123 miles (198 km) |
Average flight duration 1h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price $478 (€394) |
Flights per day 41 |
Direct flights 3 |
Fastest flight 1h 10m |
First flight 6:55 PM |
Last flight 11:19 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Cheapest price
$478
Average price
$498
Fastest journey
1 h 10 m
Average duration
1 h 11 m
Flights per day
2
Distance
198 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Bala-Cynwyd, PA to Washington, DC is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bala-Cynwyd, PA to Washington, DC will cost around $498 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $478.
Of the 2 flights that leave Bala-Cynwyd, PA for Washington, DC onWed, Jul 15, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jul 15 the direct flights cover the 198 km distance in an average of 1 h 11 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h 10 m .
On Wed, Jul 15 the longest flights will take 1 h 11 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.




Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bala-Cynwyd, PA to Washington, DC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $19. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $19, and a flight costs an average of $478.
Distance: 123 miles (198 km)
| Flight | Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|---|
$497 Average price | $23 Average price Cheapest | $27 Average price |
4h 13m Average total duration Fastest 1h 13m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 2h 36m Average total duration 2h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 50m Average total duration 3h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Bala-Cynwyd, PA to Washington, DC:
A train is $4 (€3) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Bala-Cynwyd, PA to Washington, DC costing on average $27 (€22).
A train is $474 (€391) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bala-Cynwyd, PA to Washington, DC costing on average $497 (€410).
Other travel options to Washington, DC take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 6m.
Bus takes on average 3h 20m.
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Most Bala-Cynwyd, PA to Washington, DC flights use the Philadelphia International Airport to Dulles International Airport airport pair, with some services landing at Ronald Reagan National Airport. Use this guide to compare Bala-Cynwyd, PA and Washington, DC airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
Dulles International Airport is 3 km from Washington city centre. Public transport options include:
Dulles International Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, and Car Rental.
Food options include: Restaurants located in all concourses; options include fast food, cafes, and sit-down dining like Five Guys and Chipotle.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located throughout the airport in all terminals.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Dulles International Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Dulles International Airport: Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dulles International Airport: Elevators, ramps, assistance.
Nearby hotels include Hotels nearby include Washington Dulles Airport Marriott within walking distance..
Ronald Reagan National Airport is 4 km from Washington city centre. Public transport options include:
Ronald Reagan National Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, and Car Rental.
Food options include: Restaurants are located in all terminals, offering American, Italian, and fast food options; top choices include Legal Sea Foods and Five Guys.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located throughout the airport, near ticketingas and baggage claim.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Ronald Reagan National Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Ronald Reagan National Airport: Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Ronald Reagan National Airport: Elevators, ramps, assistance.
Nearby hotels include Hotels within walking distance, including the Crystal Gateway Marriott..
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