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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 Cambridge, MA to Washington, DC depart on average 128 times per day, taking around 3h 59m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at €114 but you can travel from only €43 by bus.
There are 29 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 05:00, the last at 22:45. The fastest flight covers the 392 miles (632 km) distance in 1h 27m. February is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 392 miles (632 km) |
Average flight duration 3h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price €114 |
Flights per day 128 |
Direct flights 29 |
Fastest flight 1h 27m |
First flight 5:00 AM |
Last flight 10:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Best time to book 1 day |
Cheapest price on Sep 29
€193
Average ticket price on Sep 29
€208
Fastest journey on Sep 29
1 h 46 m
Average journey duration on Sep 29
1 h 47 m
Flights on Sep 29
2
Distance
632 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Cambridge, MA 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 Cambridge, MA to Washington, DC will cost around €208 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €193.
On Tue, Sep 29, we found 2 flights from Cambridge, MA to Washington, DC, including 2 direct services.
On Tue, Sep 29 the direct flights cover the 632 km distance in an average of 1 h 47 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h 46 m .
On Tue, Sep 29 the longest flights will take 1 h 48 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.




The table below shows live departures for Cambridge, MA to Washington, DC flights for today, Sunday, September 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:10 AM Cambridge, MA | 1h48 | 11:58 AM Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:15 AM Cambridge, MA | 1h46 | 12:01 PM Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:09 PM Cambridge, MA | 1h51 | 2:00 PM Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:17 PM Cambridge, MA | 7h12 | 2:29 AM Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, September 28 | |||||
![]() | 1:30 AM Cambridge, MA | 1h46 | 3:16 AM Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Tip 18-20% at restaurants, more for great service. Taxis usually 10-15%. Cafes: round up or add $1-2.
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Most Cambridge, MA to Washington, DC flights use the Edward L. Logan International Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport airport pair, with some services landing at Dulles International Airport. Use this guide to compare Cambridge, MA and Washington, DC airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
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..
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..
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