Orlando to Washington (ISM–DCA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Orlando to Washington
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Flights/wk 772 mi 1h 41m nonstop 38 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between ISM and DCA, connecting options are available through 38 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for ISM to DCA.
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One-Stop Connections
38
Hubs
~3h
Fastest
~11h
Longest
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2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
51
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Alternatives

Other ways to reach Washington from Orlando

Nearby airports with service to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport.
Metric ISM→DCA MCO→DCA DAB→DCA
Distance from ISM – 12 mi 66 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 7 1
Weekly flights 1 148 –
Flight time 1h 41m 2h 5m 2h 16m
Orlando (MCO) to Washington flights · Daytona Beach (DAB) to Washington flights · Tampa (TPA) to Washington flights
Airports within 200 miles of ISM with service to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
0h
Washington is 0 hours the same as Orlando.
ISM: EDT · DCA: EDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Orlando, it's 6:00 PM in Washington.
Distance & Flight Time
772 mi / 1,243 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 1h 41m.
Getting from DCA

The Metro station is inside Terminal B/C with covered walkway access; Terminal A requires a short outdoor walk or shuttle. Yellow and Blue line trains run to downtown DC in 15–25 minutes for $2.25–$3.85.

Taxis and Uber/Lyft operate from designated pick-up zones outside each terminal; fares to downtown run $15–30. DCA serves the National Mall area and is well-positioned for the U.S. Capitol, Pentagon, and downtown offices. International arrivals clear customs at DCA only for pre-cleared flights; most international traffic uses IAD (Dulles). Rental cars are in a consolidated facility accessible by shuttle.

Washington Climate

Humid subtropical climate. Summers (June–August) are hot and very humid at 29–34°C with frequent afternoon thunderstorms causing ground stops and airspace flow programs. The summer storm season is the primary operational disruption risk at DCA. Spring and autumn are transitional with variable conditions and occasional severe thunderstorm outbreaks.

Winters (December–February) bring cold temperatures (−2 to 7°C) with occasional snowstorms that disproportionately affect the DC area due to limited snow-removal infrastructure. Even moderate snowfall (5–10 cm) can shut regional airports for hours. Pack layers for winter; the region's storm response is notoriously inconsistent.

Check current weather forecasts before travel.
Facts

ISM–DCA Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Orlando to Washington route.
Route details
Distance772 mi / 1,243 km
Flight time1h 41m
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights1 out / 1 return
1-stop connections38 hubs
Origin: ISM
Full nameKissimmee Gateway Airport
IATA / ICAOISM / KISM
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Elevation82 ft / 25 m
Destination: DCA
Full nameRonald Reagan Washington National Airport
IATA / ICAODCA / KDCA
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr25.5M
Elevation15 ft / 5 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about ISM to DCA flights.
Nonstop flights from Kissimmee Gateway Airport to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport take approximately 1h 41m. The route covers 772 miles.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from ISM to DCA. The return direction has about 1 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through BHM, IAD, BWI, CHS, MCO, BNA, HHH, RDU, SRQ, PBI, STL, RSW, TEB, ATL, CMH, FLL, SDF, BUF, NAS, ALB, MIA, SYR, PVD, JFK, MDW, HOU, MKE, ORD, DAL, MSP, OMA, SAT, AUS, OKC, SLC, PSP, SJC and LAX. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Yes, return flights from DCA to ISM are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include MCO, DAB and TPA. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
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See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from ISM to DCA

Kissimmee Gateway Airport (ISM) and Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

ISM to DCA Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from ISM to DCA ranges from 1 hours 41 minutes. The route covers a distance of 772 miles (1,243 km). There are approximately 1 weekly flights outbound and 1 return, totaling 2 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

38 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via BHM. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Orlando (MCO), Daytona Beach (DAB) and Tampa (TPA).