Direct flights from Buffalo to Washington
27 nonstop flights a week on 1 airline. Zero layovers — one hop from BUF to DCA.
Flight time: about 42m nonstop
Which days does it fly?
When does it fly?
Departure times in Buffalo local time, from flights observed over the last 7 days.
| Flight | Departs | Duration | Days |
|---|---|---|---|
| American RPA4434 | 5:09a | 42m | Tue |
| American RPA4536 | 5:33a | 37m | Wed |
| American JIA5096 | 5:40a | 38m | Thu, Sat |
| American JIA5096 | 5:49a | 46m | Mon, Fri, Sun |
| American RPA4647 | 11:54a | 42m | Fri |
| American RPA4647 | 12:01p | 38m | Mon, Wed, Thu |
| American RPA4597 | 12:06p | 49m | Tue |
| American RPA4647 | 12:07p | 46m | Sat–Sun |
| American JIA5051 | 2:27p | 49m | Wed–Thu |
| American JIA5051 | 2:40p | 39m | Fri–Sat |
| American JIA5051 | 3:29p | 59m | Mon |
| American JIA5051 | 3:45p | 39m | Sun |
| American JIA5237 | 5:17p | 39m | Sat |
| American JIA5237 | 5:59p | 40m | Thu |
| American JIA5237 | 6:24p | 37m | Mon |
| American JIA5237 | 6:38p | 1h11m | Wed |
| American JIA5237 | 6:46p | 39m | Sun |
| American JIA5237 | 7:10p | 58m | Fri |
| American JIA5075 | 7:14p | 1h2m | Tue |
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The route
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Nonstop from Buffalo (BUF) to Washington (DCA)
Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) has 27 nonstop flights a week to Washington (DCA), operated by American. No layovers, no connections — one hop out of BUF and you're there.
This route flies every day of the week, so any travel day works. Route data updated September 2026 from observed departures.
Route data updated September 2026 from observed flight departures. Schedules change — always confirm with the airline before booking.
How long is the flight from Buffalo to Washington?
The nonstop flight from Buffalo (BUF) to Washington (DCA) takes about 42m in the air, based on recently observed nonstop departures.
How long does it take to drive from Buffalo to Washington?
Driving from Buffalo to Washington takes about 6h 53m, covering roughly 383 miles. The nonstop flight takes about 42m.