Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. to Atlanta from £52

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 4/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
WAS — ATL
13 May — 20 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Washington, D.C. to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson are usually found in August or October, booked 71 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Thursday

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Cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Atlanta
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Washington, D.C. to Atlanta. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 13 April 2026.

Sat 9/519:27
IAD
-
ATL
1 stop14h 25m
Frontier
Sat 16/521:16
ATL
-
IAD
Nonstop1h 53m
Frontier
Deal found 9/4£78
Wed 27/518:22
IAD
-
ATL
1 stop5h 50m
Frontier
Wed 3/621:16
ATL
-
IAD
Nonstop1h 53m
Frontier
Deal found 12/4£88
Sat 2/510:51
IAD
-
ATL
Nonstop2h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 6/508:00
ATL
-
IAD
1 stop8h 22m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/4£89
Mon 11/519:27
IAD
-
ATL
1 stop21h 31m
Frontier
Thu 14/514:23
ATL
-
IAD
Nonstop1h 58m
Frontier
Deal found 13/4£92
Sat 23/517:30
IAD
-
ATL
1 stop5h 59m
Frontier
Sat 30/514:23
ATL
-
IAD
Nonstop1h 58m
Frontier
Deal found 8/4£93
Fri 5/607:45
IAD
-
ATL
Nonstop2h 07m
Frontier
Fri 5/621:16
ATL
-
IAD
Nonstop1h 53m
Frontier
Deal found 8/4£104
Mon 11/514:52
IAD
-
ATL
2 stops9h 27m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 14/508:17
ATL
-
IAD
Nonstop1h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/4£114
Fri 19/608:15
IAD
-
ATL
Nonstop1h 59m
United Airlines
Wed 24/605:30
ATL
-
IAD
Nonstop1h 50m
United Airlines
Deal found 12/4£126
Tue 5/506:00
IAD
-
ATL
1 stop5h 28m
United Airlines
Tue 12/509:52
ATL
-
IAD
Nonstop1h 54m
United Airlines
Deal found 8/4£130
Sat 9/522:05
IAD
-
ATL
Nonstop1h 52m
United Airlines
Sat 16/519:24
ATL
-
IAD
Nonstop1h 54m
United Airlines
Deal found 9/4£132

Find flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Atlanta

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Atlanta (ATL). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 13 April 2026.

Round-trip from

£78

One-way from

£52

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

August

Average price

£180

Good round-trip deal

£151 or less

Good one-way deal

£100 or less
Frontier
  • Frontier
  • 9/5-16/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 16h 18m total
  • Washington, D.C. to Atlanta
Frontier
  • Frontier
  • 4/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 14h 44m total
  • Washington, D.C. to Atlanta
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 17% potential increase in price (£23 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£3 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson.

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Return

Price

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Fastest return journey

Washington, D.C.Atlanta

IAD - ATL

IADATL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 12/8

10:05-11:53

Nonstop1h 48m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Wed 19/8

22:25-00:10

Nonstop1h 45m

£126

Washington, D.C.Atlanta

IAD - ATL

IADATL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 14/8

17:17-19:14

Nonstop1h 57m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Mon 17/8

05:30-07:20

Nonstop1h 50m

£126

Washington, D.C.Atlanta

IAD - ATL

IADATL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 23/5

16:24-18:19

Nonstop1h 55m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sun 24/5

08:00-09:48

Nonstop1h 48m

£152

Washington, D.C.Atlanta

IAD - ATL

IADATL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 12/8

10:05-11:53

Nonstop1h 48m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Thu 20/8

07:25-09:10

Nonstop1h 45m

£180

Washington, D.C.Atlanta

IAD - ATL

IADATL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 15/5

22:08-23:59

Nonstop1h 51m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sun 17/5

05:30-07:17

Nonstop1h 47m

£185

Washington, D.C.Atlanta

IAD - ATL

IADATL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 5/5

06:00-11:28

1 stop5h 28m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Wed 6/5

09:52-11:46

Nonstop1h 54m

£190

Washington, D.C.Atlanta

IAD - ATL

IADATL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 20/6

06:33-08:25

Nonstop1h 52m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Wed 24/6

14:59-16:47

Nonstop1h 48m

£195

Washington, D.C.Atlanta

IAD - ATL

IADATL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 23/5

12:35-14:34

Nonstop1h 59m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Mon 25/5

05:30-07:20

Nonstop1h 50m

£201

Washington, D.C.Atlanta

IAD - ATL

IADATL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 2/6

06:33-11:08

1 stop4h 35m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Wed 3/6

14:41-16:35

Nonstop1h 54m

£210

Washington, D.C.Atlanta

IAD - ATL

IADATL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 30/4

06:00-11:29

1 stop5h 29m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Mon 4/5

05:30-07:17

Nonstop1h 47m

£216

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Best time to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Atlanta

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Washington, D.C. to Atlanta

How far ahead should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Atlanta?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Washington, D.C. to Atlanta. Price data was last updated on 10 April 2026.

The best time to book flights from Washington, D.C. to Atlanta is 71 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Atlanta?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Atlanta (average of £38). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Atlanta in July is currently the most expensive (average of £56). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from WAS to ATL?

Find hourly flight availability from Washington, D.C. to Atlanta. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 13 April 2026.

When flying from Washington, D.C. to Atlanta, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 47% versus a flight at midday.

Weekly flight availability from Washington, D.C. to Atlanta

Explore weekly flight availability from Washington, D.C. to Atlanta. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 13 April 2026.

The most flights from WAS to ATL are scheduled on a Sunday (104 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (16 on average).

How much does it cost for a return flight from Washington, D.C. to Atlanta?

How often are flights from Washington, D.C. to Atlanta delayed?

About 15% of weekly flights between Washington, D.C. and Atlanta have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 137 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Washington, D.C. to Atlanta flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Saturday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Sunday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Washington, D.C. to Atlanta flights?

Over the past year, United Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 13% of flights being delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing Atlanta

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Atlanta. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Atlanta. Reviews last updated 13 April 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Frontier from Washington, D.C. to Atlanta by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

5.4

Crew

6.6

Food

4.5

Entertainment

4.3

Boarding

5.9

Overall

5.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Prodipto,Mar 2026

PHL - BNA

Delay at the beginning in Philly and then huge delay just sitting on the tarmac after landing, for one hour in Nashville

Comfort

5.4

Crew

6.6

Food

4.5

Entertainment

4.3

Boarding

5.9

Overall

5.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Prodipto,Mar 2026

PHL - BNA

Delay at the beginning in Philly and then huge delay just sitting on the tarmac after landing, for one hour in Nashville

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Atlanta from Washington, D.C.?

    Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Atlanta. You should not have trouble finding flights to Hartsfield-Jackson from Washington, D.C.; the airport handles an average of 41 inbound flights from Washington, D.C. per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 1 airline has flights to the Atlanta airport from Washington, D.C.. It is only a 8.2 mi journey from Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) to Atlanta’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Washington, D.C. to Atlanta?

    Airlines like United Airlines and Delta fly from Washington, D.C. to Atlanta in about 1h 57m. The time it takes to get you to your destination is usually consistent. The distance between Washington, D.C. and Atlanta is about 533 mi. All flights are typically direct.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Washington, D.C. to Atlanta round-trip?

    Flying on Frontier is currently your cheapest option to Atlanta, with prices starting at £75. You may be able to fly from Washington, D.C. to Atlanta for 48% less than the average price by searching for this airline.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Washington, D.C. to Atlanta?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Washington, D.C. to Atlanta consider choosing KLM (88%), Air France (85%) or Copa Airlines (84%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Atlanta?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Washington, D.C. to Atlanta? While on average our users pay £203, our data indicates the cheapest price to be £100. The most popular route (Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson), is priced around £85.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to Atlanta that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Washington, D.C. to Atlanta flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Atlanta?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Atlanta.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Washington, D.C. to Atlanta?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Atlanta by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Atlanta?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Atlanta (average of £38). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Atlanta in July is currently the most expensive (average of £56). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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FrontierCheapest£42Average£105FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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