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Cheap Flights from Washington, D.C. to Alaska

Cheapest round-trip prices found by our users on KAYAK in the last 5 days
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Fairbanks
11h 01m2 stops
from $454per person
Anchorage
9h 39m2 stops
from $457per person
Juneau
9h 44m3 stops
from $1,016per person
Kodiak
15h 33m4 stops
from $1,132per person
Barrow
Barrow
33h 25m4 stops
from $1,136per person
Nome
Nome
38h 09m4 stops
from $1,388per person
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Price, demand and travel trends for Washington, D.C. to Alaska flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

What are the cheapest fares from Washington, D.C. to Alaska recently?

The cheapest fares from Washington, D.C. to Alaska on KAYAK in the last week were to Fairbanks (FAI) from $454 round-trip and to Anchorage (ANC) from $457 round-trip.

How do fares into airports in Alaska compare?

According to KAYAK data from the last 12 months, the cheapest airports to fly into Alaska from Washington, D.C. are:

• Fairbanks (FAI) (avg. price $712)
• Anchorage (ANC) (avg. price $779)
• Juneau Intl (JNU) (avg. price $781)

Are flights from Washington, D.C. to Alaska cheaper or more expensive than last year?

Fares from Washington, D.C. to Alaska are about 40% higher than they were in November last year, averaging $855 round-trip.

What's the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. to Alaska?

January is typically the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. to Alaska, with round-trip fares averaging $594. June and July are usually the most expensive, averaging $845 and $833, respectively.

How do fares from Washington, D.C. to Alaska vary by day of the week?

On average, Saturday is the cheapest day to fly from Washington, D.C. to Alaska and Thursday is the most expensive. Looking at the past 12 months of KAYAK data, it's 11% more expensive to fly on a Thursday compared to Saturday.

What's the best time of day to fly from Washington, D.C. to Alaska?

It's cheapest to fly to Alaska in the afternoon with average prices of $648. The night is the most expensive time to fly, with average prices of $1,267.

What's the best time to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Alaska?

Book your flights 26 weeks before your trip. KAYAK data collected over the past 12 months shows that booking in this window can save you around 33% compared to booking at the last minute (within 2 weeks of departure).

Key details for Washington, D.C. to Alaska flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$253
Beat the crowds with an average 69% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 149% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Fairbanks

Your Washington, D.C. to Alaska flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • Is now a good time to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Alaska?

    Yes. Fares from Washington, D.C. to Alaska are low right now. As a rule of thumb, a round-trip under $636 (cheaper than most fares this year) is a good deal, so if you spot one at or below that, it's a good time to book.

  • How much should I budget for a flight from Washington, D.C. to Alaska?

    Over the past 12 months, round-trip fares from Washington, D.C. to Alaska have typically cost between $636 and $960.

  • What are the main airports serving Alaska?

    There are 198 airports in Alaska. 63% of KAYAK users choose Anchorage (ANC) as their arrival airport, while 28% choose Fairbanks (FAI).

  • Which airlines fly nonstop from Washington, D.C. to Alaska?

    Based on the flight schedule for the next 3 months, no airline regularly operates nonstop flights from Washington, D.C. to Alaska. One-stop options include:

    • United Airlines
    • Delta
    • American Airlines

  • Which destinations in Alaska can I fly nonstop from Washington, D.C.?

    Based on the flight schedule for the next 3 months, there are no nonstop flights from Washington, D.C. to Alaska. The most popular destination you can reach with one stop is Anchorage.

  • Is it cheaper to fly with a layover from Washington, D.C. to Alaska?

    Yes, nonstop flights from Washington, D.C. to Alaska average $834 over the past 12 months, but flights with a layover can cost less. The most affordable connecting airports are:

    • Portland (PDX) (avg. price $438)
    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) (avg. price $557)
    • Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) (avg. price $648)

  • Which cabin classes are available from Washington, D.C. to Alaska?

    On flights from Washington, D.C. to Alaska you can book Economy Class, Business Class or First Class.

  • What are some popular landmarks around Alaska?

    Alaska is home to many popular sights. KAYAK travelers' favorites include:

    • Alaska Railroad Depot
    • Dena'ina Civic and Convention Center
    • William A. Egan Civic & Convention Center
    • Delaney Park

Your guide to booking Washington, D.C. to Alaska flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If you can plan ahead, the sweet spot for booking your flight is 26 weeks before your trip. KAYAK data shows fares in this window are around 33% lower than last-minute bookings (made within 2 weeks of departure). Not ready to commit? Set a Price Alert and we'll let you know when prices change.
  • Flexible with your dates? Fly in January to save some money. It's typically the cheapest month on this route, while flights in June will cost you the most.
  • Fly out on a Saturday to get the cheapest fares. Avoid Thursday flights, which are about 11% more expensive.
  • If you're watching your budget, fly into Fairbanks (FAI) which has the lowest average airfare in the region. Just remember to budget for any onward travel by bus, car or domestic flight.
  • Start your trip in Anchorage, the most popular destination in Alaska. From there, it's easy to continue on to other popular spots such as Fairbanks, Seward and Juneau.

Reviews of the top 4 airlines serving from Washington, D.C. to Alaska

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Washington, D.C. to Alaska? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.9
Alaska AirlinesOverall score based on 13159 reviews
7.0Entertainment
7.8Comfort
8.1Boarding
7.0Food
8.5Crew
Airline reviews

1. The internet with T-Mobile didn't work, so I had to pay $8 :( 2. We stayed more almost 40 minutes because our arrival gate was not available

6.0 GoodMartin, Nov 2026
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1. The internet with T-Mobile didn't work, so I had to pay $8 :( 2. We stayed more almost 40 minutes because our arrival gate was not available

Excellent because of the flight attendant Wendy in first class. She is the by far the best flight attendant I have ever experienced!

Trouble linking to the Tmobile wifi. The legroom on the 737 was fantastic. No more knees touching the seat back in front. Plenty of charging plugs and inovative clips to hold phones and tablets.

First class flight attendants went out of their way to help me with bag of ice to ice my foot (recovering from surgery) which helped with swelling. And helped with leg rest that I couldn’t move.

I ended up having to sit next to a rather large individual who spilled over into my seat the entire flight. My neck and shoulder hurt from having to sit awkwardly for over 5 hours because this person didn't fit in their seat.

On time departure & early arrival made the long day much better

Alaska has been my favorite airline for years, so this last trip came as a shock and disappointment. The seats on the plane were so uncomfortable and seemingly cheap. The person sitting next to me said the same thing. I used to love the in cabin lighting, the purple was so relaxing, it's now gone. The little touches that made Alaska great are gone. I purchased the wifi and it wasn't working during much of the flight, the flight attendants kept rebooting it. I wouldn't have spent my money that way had I known it would be unusable for 50% of the flight. I am bummed because I always chose Alaska over price shopping. I have an upcoming flight back to DC and decided to go with American Airlines. It was a better price and I don't feel like Alaska gives me anything special.

The agents were super helpful. I was traveling with my mother inlaw who needed whell chair assisstance. The help and accomodation from the checkin crew, to the boarding crew and inflight crew was excellent.

It departed an hour and a half late because the crew got in late the previous night due to weather related problems. So we got into LA later than anticipated and traffic was much worse.

Good. I didn’t order food and there was no entertainment available.

We experienced delays in small increments that added up to more than an hour. At the gate, staff showed little concern and compared our delay with the inbound flight’s two-hour tarmac wait, which didn’t address our situation. Once onboard, the flight attendants seemed tired and unfriendly. I understand delays are frustrating for everyone, but passengers shouldn’t feel blamed for them. During the flight, a bright light above the emergency exit stayed on. It was concerning, and no one explained it or offered passengers the option to move. After landing, we waited about 30 minutes on the tarmac for a gate, then waited again for an agent to connect the plane to the terminal. From the Reagan gate staff to the cabin crew and RDU personnel, the service felt dismissive throughout. Overall, this was a stressful trip and a very disappointing customer-service experience

delayed take-off, then had to circle in air for awhile, wi-fi did not work, then the cabin got extremely hot multiple times and the luggage was at wrong carousel at LGA. In addition, plenty of overhead space so they checked bags too early. Horrible flight.

WiFi only works on about 75% of my Delta flights. I rarely fly SW, but their WiFi works 100% of the time and is easy to connect. On my DL flight from DCA to BNA today, I try to connect to WiFi for about 30 minutes, but I gave up. I have a lot of work to do, and I lost two hours today. Very frustrating.

I don't know why the crew decided to board 15 minutes early without informing anyone not at the gate. Why would you have the app send a notification that we're boarding on time, instead board early, and then rush me to the gate. Then have me check my carry-on when I specifically packed my bag as to not do so.

Long delays at both DCA and MSP; Crew did not keep us informed (or very little). Airplane was showing signs of heavy use (not up to Delta standards). Food options for Business Class have dropped in quality. After landing we sat on tarmac for maybe 25 minutes with no provided chance to use the bathroom and crew did not tell us what was going on or give an estimated time to expect to be at a gate.

Flight was delayed for about an hour but overall good experience

The gentleman at the gate I think his name is RIE was exceptional

This flight was no comparison to our prior flight. I'm thinking it all has to do with the age of the aircraft.

2 of the seats in row 31 the entertainment system was not working, and one seat the tray table did not go all the way down. Flight arrived early and departed on time which was great.

Waited at the usual crowded gate at DCA where one ends up standing up because there aren't enough seats.

I appreciate how quickly and kindly the people at the gate at DCA accommodated several of us who wanted to switch from the 6pm flight to the 5pm flight at the last minute. The flight crew was helpful to us too (dealing with luggage).

Terrible boarding - 4 flights boarded from the same gate. Chaos there; long ramps to the plane.

The couple in front of me were constantly talking over the announcement from the captain and this was annoying me.

Short. Nice quick flight, appreciated after Munich to DC leg.

This was a small aircraft (relatively) and we were delayed half an hour on takeoff, which is not the airlines fault.

Flight delayed over an hour with plane on runway because of weather in an area of the country we were not in or flying to.

Flight attendant incredibly rude. Stuck her finger in my drink and didn’t even have the courtesy to apologize.

The food was horrible. There was no. Wifi, and it was just terrible from bangkok to d. C

Crew was great. Seats are cramped and uncomfortable and I’m a small person.

Flying to anchorage would have been cool but the weather got in the way

The flight was cancelled without compensation on hotel lodging near MSP. We had to buy tickets from another airlines to fly home.

Boarding and crew were great, but seats are terribly uncomfortable. No food or entertainment options.

Everything went very smoothly! Thanks for a great first experience flying with small children!

Crew members great. Everything else a 0! Got on plane at 530am. Got de boarded for mechanical issue. Supposed to leave by 830 am. Zero communication from gate agents. Then supposed to leave by 230pm. Then delayed till 330pm. Still zero communication with gate agents. All they would say is if you have an issue call the 1800 number. You call and sit on hold minimum 45 minutes for zero answer. Finally board at 345pm didn’t take off till after 4pm! Sat in airport for 11 hours with 4 adults and 3 kids. Finally offered a $100 (we are sorry) voucher for next trip. Missed whole day in Florida had to change reservations in Florida! Absolute joke of an airline! And I usually really like sun country.

Booked through Kayak for $236. They canceled the flight unknown to me; retaining $100 for canceling it. Found out when I went to check in. Rebooked the same flight for $400. Incredibly disappointed. The Sun Country part was as to be expected. Crowded, no food, no arm room but got me where I wanted to go.

3 seperate extremely rude unhelpful staff. Delayed flight. Lost my bag

Sat between 2 big men. I was uncomfortable. Flight was delayed twice. About 2 hours altogether.

It was a good experience. I do wish the seats were roomier. Also, I did not like being charged for my carry on bag

The crew was friendly, but I only got a drink, no food.

The delay was a pain… Loved the crew and they made up time and treated us very well. Ticket counter was awesome, boarding agents not so much

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