Cheap flights from Newark to Washington
198 mi · 45m average nonstop
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Quick answer: Newark to Washington at a glance
Cheap flights from Newark (EWR) to Washington (DCA) cover 198 miles (318 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.
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Flying from Newark to Washington covers 198 miles (319 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 198 miles. Direct carriers include UA.
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Airlines on this route
1 airlines fly Newark → Washington. All are direct routes.
| Airline | Route type |
|---|---|
| UA | Direct |
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Newark to Washington — quick answers
How far is Newark from Washington by plane?
The nonstop flight distance from Newark (EWR) to Washington (DCA) is 198 miles (318 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 Newark to Washington?
The average nonstop flight time from EWR to DCA 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 Newark to Washington?
1 airlines serve this route nonstop: UA. Schedules and amenities differ by carrier — compare live frequencies and fare classes on Kayak before you book.