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Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History
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Flights from Providence, RI to Washington, DC depart on average 32 times per day, taking around 1h 42m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $102 (€82) but you can travel from only $51 (€41) by bus.
There are 5 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 05:00, the last at 23:55. The fastest flight covers the 358 miles (577 km) distance in 1h 32m. August is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 358 miles (577 km) |
Average flight duration 1h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price $102 (€82) |
Flights per day 32 |
Direct flights 5 |
Fastest flight 1h 32m |
First flight 5:00 AM |
Last flight 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 63 days |
Cheapest price
$202
Average price
$445
Fastest journey
1 h 38 m
Average duration
1 h 40 m
Flights per day
61
Distance
577 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Providence, RI 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 Providence, RI to Washington, DC will cost around $445 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $202.
Of the 61 flights that leave Providence, RI for Washington, DC onSat, May 30, 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, May 30 the direct flights cover the 577 km distance in an average of 1 h 40 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h 38 m .
On Sat, May 30 the longest flights will take 1 h 42 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.
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B61129 · B6955
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AA5363Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Providence, RI to Washington, DC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $51. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 42m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $51, and a flight costs an average of $102.
Distance: 358 miles (577 km)
| Flight | Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$329 Average price | $222 Average price | $84 Average price Cheapest | $116 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 42m Average total duration Fastest 1h 42m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 30m Average total duration 7h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 9m Average total duration 8h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 19m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
1.7 - 3.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.6 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Providence, RI to Washington, DC:
A bus is $138 (€111) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Providence, RI to Washington, DC costing on average $222 (€179).
A bus is $245 (€197) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Providence, RI to Washington, DC costing on average $329 (€264).
Other travel options to Washington, DC take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 0m.
Bus takes on average 8h 39m.
The table below shows live departures for Providence, RI to Washington, DC flights for today, Friday, May 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
AA2318 · AA1318 | 4:43 PM T. F. Green International Airport | 7h24 | 12:07 AM Baltimore/Washington International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA2318 · AA527 | 4:43 PM T. F. Green International Airport | 5h16 | 9:59 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA2318 · AA1269 | 4:43 PM T. F. Green International Airport | 7h11 | 11:54 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA2318 · AA1450 | 4:43 PM T. F. Green International Airport | 7h30 | 12:13 AM Dulles International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA5702 · UA2829 | 5:02 PM T. F. Green International Airport | 7h31 | 12:33 AM Baltimore/Washington International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA5702 · UA1689 | 5:02 PM T. F. Green International Airport | 16h23 | 9:25 AM Dulles International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA5702 · UA2160 | 5:02 PM T. F. Green International Airport | 5h53 | 10:55 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA5363 | 5:33 PM T. F. Green International Airport | 1h42 | 7:15 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AA4663+ AA3771 | 5:39 PM T. F. Green International Airport | 6h32 | 12:11 AM Baltimore/Washington International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA2338 · AA1318 | 7:18 PM T. F. Green International Airport | 4h49 | 12:07 AM Baltimore/Washington International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA2338 · AA1450 | 7:18 PM T. F. Green International Airport | 4h55 | 12:13 AM Dulles International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA2338 · AA1269 | 7:18 PM T. F. Green International Airport | 4h36 | 11:54 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA4305 | 7:35 PM T. F. Green International Airport | 1h42 | 9:17 PM Dulles International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AA4778 | 9:09 PM T. F. Green International Airport | 1h43 | 10:52 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, May 30 | |||||
AA1585+ AA5270 | 5:50 AM T. F. Green International Airport | 7h38 | 1:28 PM Baltimore/Washington International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA1585+ AA5220 | 5:50 AM T. F. Green International Airport | 6h52 | 12:42 PM Dulles International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA1585+ AA5527 | 5:50 AM T. F. Green International Airport | 7h09 | 12:59 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA6192 | 5:50 AM T. F. Green International Airport | 1h39 | 7:29 AM Dulles International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AA1585 · AA2825 | 5:50 AM T. F. Green International Airport | 5h00 | 10:50 AM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 1 transfer | |
B61129 · B6955 | 6:00 AM T. F. Green International Airport | 16h59 | 10:59 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA5786 · UA1550 | 6:00 AM T. F. Green International Airport | 11h01 | 5:01 PM Baltimore/Washington International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA5786 · UA303 | 6:00 AM T. F. Green International Airport | 15h26 | 9:26 PM Baltimore/Washington International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA5786 · UA293 | 6:00 AM T. F. Green International Airport | 10h26 | 4:26 PM Dulles International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA5786 · UA2653 | 6:00 AM T. F. Green International Airport | 7h54 | 1:54 PM Baltimore/Washington International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA5786 · UA2437 | 6:00 AM T. F. Green International Airport | 13h02 | 7:02 PM Dulles International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA5786 · UA2829 | 6:00 AM T. F. Green International Airport | 18h33 | 12:33 AM Baltimore/Washington International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA5786 · UA1015 | 6:00 AM T. F. Green International Airport | 18h59 | 12:59 AM Dulles International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA5786 · UA1314 | 6:00 AM T. F. Green International Airport | 11h12 | 5:12 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA5786 · UA456 | 6:00 AM T. F. Green International Airport | 14h10 | 8:10 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA5786 · UA1869 | 6:00 AM T. F. Green International Airport | 8h08 | 2:08 PM Dulles International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA5786 · UA2202 | 6:00 AM T. F. Green International Airport | 15h22 | 9:22 PM Dulles International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA5786 · UA1369 | 6:00 AM T. F. Green International Airport | 15h09 | 9:09 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA5786 · UA2668 | 6:00 AM T. F. Green International Airport | 8h22 | 2:22 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA5786 · UA2160 | 6:00 AM T. F. Green International Airport | 16h54 | 10:54 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA3356 | 6:00 AM T. F. Green International Airport | 1h39 | 7:39 AM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AA360+ AA4717 | 7:03 AM T. F. Green International Airport | 12h26 | 7:29 PM Baltimore/Washington International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA360 · AA2769 | 7:03 AM T. F. Green International Airport | 10h57 | 6:00 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA360 · AA2398 | 7:03 AM T. F. Green International Airport | 5h48 | 12:51 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA360 · AA1675 | 7:03 AM T. F. Green International Airport | 9h26 | 4:29 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA360+ AA4414 | 7:03 AM T. F. Green International Airport | 6h48 | 1:51 PM Baltimore/Washington International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA360+ AA4789 | 7:03 AM T. F. Green International Airport | 6h41 | 1:44 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA360 · AA1787 | 7:03 AM T. F. Green International Airport | 13h57 | 9:00 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA5337 | 9:32 AM T. F. Green International Airport | 1h44 | 11:16 AM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
UA4360 | 10:25 AM T. F. Green International Airport | 1h38 | 12:03 PM Dulles International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AA5138 · AA5636 | 10:44 AM T. F. Green International Airport | 6h15 | 4:59 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA5764 · UA2160 | 11:12 AM T. F. Green International Airport | 11h42 | 10:54 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA5764 · UA1550 | 11:12 AM T. F. Green International Airport | 5h49 | 5:01 PM Baltimore/Washington International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA5764 · UA303 | 11:12 AM T. F. Green International Airport | 10h14 | 9:26 PM Baltimore/Washington International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA5764 · UA2437 | 11:12 AM T. F. Green International Airport | 7h50 | 7:02 PM Dulles International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA5764 · UA456 | 11:12 AM T. F. Green International Airport | 8h58 | 8:10 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA5764 · UA2202 | 11:12 AM T. F. Green International Airport | 10h10 | 9:22 PM Dulles International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA5764 · UA1369 | 11:12 AM T. F. Green International Airport | 9h57 | 9:09 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA5764 · UA1015 | 11:12 AM T. F. Green International Airport | 13h47 | 12:59 AM Dulles International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA5764 · UA2829 | 11:12 AM T. F. Green International Airport | 13h21 | 12:33 AM Baltimore/Washington International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA5764 · UA1314 | 11:12 AM T. F. Green International Airport | 6h00 | 5:12 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA5508 | 12:06 PM T. F. Green International Airport | 1h44 | 1:50 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
UA4831 | 2:46 PM T. F. Green International Airport | 1h49 | 4:35 PM Dulles International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
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One of the world’s most visited natural history museums, famous for dinosaur fossils, gemstones, and major family-friendly exhibits on Earth and life sciences.
Premier art museum with masterworks from the Middle Ages to modern times, plus a celebrated sculpture garden and strong temporary exhibitions.
Iconic Smithsonian museum covering aviation and space exploration, with historic aircraft and spacecraft that make it a top draw in the city.
Washington’s signature civic landscape lined with museums and monuments, ideal for walking and the city’s top first-time visitor area.
Historic waterfront neighborhood known for cobblestone streets, rowhouses, shopping, and scenic walks along the canal and river.
Scenic walking area around the water framed by major memorials, especially famous during cherry blossom season.
Washington’s signature sausage, usually a coarse smoked pork-and-beef link served on a bun with chili, mustard, and onions. It is one of the city’s most iconic street foods.
A sweet, tangy, slightly spicy sauce closely associated with Washington carryout culture, commonly served with fried chicken and fries. It is a distinctive local condiment.
An oversized late-night pizza slice popular in nightlife areas of Washington, especially Adams Morgan. It is a recognizable local fast-food tradition.
An established, upscale-casual saloon near the White House known for oysters, crab cakes, and other classic Washington and Mid-Atlantic dishes.
Acclaimed Indian restaurant known for refined cooking and a polished dining room. A standout for one of Washington’s most celebrated restaurant experiences.
One of Washington’s best-known restaurants, offering classic French bistro fare in an elegant, energetic space that is popular with locals and visitors.
Prices are high by U.S. standards, especially for hotels and dining in central areas, though casual food is still manageable.
Tip 18-20% at restaurants; 20%+ for great service. Tip bartenders USD 1-2 per drink, taxis about 10-15%, and hotel staff a few dollars.
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