Oklahoma City to Washington (OKC–DCA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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OKC–DCA is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. American Airlines and Southwest Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 1,155 miles in approximately 2h 57m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AA American Airlines | 13 | CR7, CR9 | 3h03-3h08 | Oneworld | – | |
| WN Southwest Airlines | 8 | 737, 7S7 | 2h28-2h50 | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Washington from Oklahoma City
| Metric | OKC→DCA | TUL→DCA | ICT→DCA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from OKC | – | 111 mi | 156 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 21 | 7 | 7 |
| Flight time | 2h 57m | 2h 33m | 2h 58m |
| Departure OTP | 100% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
OKC: CDT · DCA: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Oklahoma City, it's 7:00 PM in Washington.
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.
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.
OKC–DCA Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from OKC to DCA
OKC Will Rogers World Airport (OKC) and Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) are connected by nonstop service from American Airlines and Southwest Airlines. With 21 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
OKC to DCA Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from OKC to DCA is about 2 hours 57 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,155 miles (1,859 km). There are approximately 21 weekly flights outbound and 21 return, totaling 42 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Chicago Midway, Nashville and Dallas Love Field. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Tulsa (TUL), Wichita (ICT) and Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW).