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Cheapest Cremation in Arlington, VA (2026)

Prices from $2,475 at 2 cremation providers in Arlington. Sorted cheapest first.

How much does cremation cost in Arlington?

Cheapest Option $2,475 Chinn Funeral Service
Average Cremation $3,598 Arlington average
Providers Compared 2 with pricing data

Cremation Providers in Arlington — Sorted by Price

# Provider Direct Cremation Basic Services Fee Phone
🏆 Chinn Funeral Service
2605 S Shirlington Rd
 $2,475 $1,495 703-979-1666
2 Murphy Funeral Homes & Cremation Services
4510 Wilson Boulevard
 $4,720 $3,280 703-920-4800

What is included in direct cremation?

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Transportation

Transfer of the deceased from the place of death to the crematory.

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Death certificate filing

The funeral home completes and files the death certificate with the state. Additional certified copies are typically $10–$25 each.

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Cremation

The actual cremation process, carried out at a licensed crematory.

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Return of remains

Ashes returned in a basic plastic or cardboard container. Upgrades to urns cost extra.

What is NOT included in direct cremation:

  • Embalming (not needed for direct cremation)
  • Viewing or visitation
  • Formal funeral service or ceremony
  • Decorative urn (add $50–$500+)
  • Obituary placement
  • Flowers

Many families choose direct cremation and then hold a separate memorial service at home, a park, or a place of worship — at no additional cost to the funeral home.

Frequently Asked Questions — Cremation in Arlington

What is the cheapest cremation option in Arlington, Virginia?

The cheapest direct cremation in Arlington is $2,475 at Chinn Funeral Service, located at 2605 S Shirlington Rd. Call 703-979-1666 for current availability.

Is direct cremation legal in Virginia?

Yes, direct cremation is legal in all 50 states including Virginia. The FTC Funeral Rule guarantees your right to choose only the services you want. No funeral home can require you to purchase embalming, a viewing, or a casket if you choose direct cremation.

What is the difference between direct cremation and cremation with a service?

Direct cremation has no embalming, no viewing, and no funeral ceremony at the funeral home. It's the simplest and least expensive option. Cremation with a service (sometimes called "cremation with memorial") adds one or more of those elements — a viewing before cremation, a funeral ceremony at the funeral home, or a graveside service. Each addition increases the cost.

Can I hold a memorial service after direct cremation?

Yes. Many families choose direct cremation precisely because it separates the practical arrangements from the memorial. Once you have the ashes, you can hold a memorial service anywhere — at home, at a park, at a church, or at a restaurant — at any time that works for the family. There is no funeral home fee for this.

About This Pricing Data

Cremation prices for Arlington, Virginia are sourced from OfficialObituary.com's directory of 10,000+ funeral homes. Prices are collected from individual funeral home General Price Lists and updated periodically. Always confirm current pricing directly with the provider before making arrangements.

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