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Cheap flights from Atlanta to Washington, D.C. from £51

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 18/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ATL — WAS
18 Jun — 25 Jun1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson to Washington, D.C. are usually found in February or September, booked 59 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Saturday and return on a Saturday

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

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Atlanta (ATL) to Washington, D.C. (WAS). 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 June 2025.

Round-trip from

£101

One-way from

£51

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

£123

Good round-trip deal

£530 or less

Good one-way deal

£43 or less
Southwest
  • Southwest
  • 1/10-8/10
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 40m total
  • Atlanta to Washington, D.C.
Delta
  • Delta
  • 18/10
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 44m total
  • Atlanta to Washington, D.C.
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (£5 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£2 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson to Washington, D.C. (WAS).
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson to Washington, D.C. (WAS).

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Cheapest flights from Atlanta to Washington, D.C.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Atlanta to Washington, D.C.. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 13 June 2025.

Wed 1/1006:15ATL - DCA
Nonstop1h 45mSouthwest
Wed 8/1011:45DCA - ATL
Nonstop1h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 11/6£101
Sat 30/819:30ATL - DCA
Nonstop1h 49mDelta
Mon 1/920:45DCA - ATL
Nonstop2h 11mDelta
Deal found 13/6£108
Wed 2/707:14ATL - DCA
1 stop5h 11mUnited Airlines
Thu 10/716:05DCA - ATL
1 stop6h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/6£183
Tue 4/1115:58ATL - DCA
1 stop6h 49mJetBlue
Wed 5/1106:59DCA - ATL
1 stop4h 49mJetBlue
Deal found 12/6£188

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Fly from

Atlanta

Fly to

Washington, D.C.

Route

Depart

Return

Price

AtlantaWashington, D.C.

ATL - DCA

ATLDCA

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Wed 1/10

06:15-08:00

Nonstop1h 45m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 8/10

11:45-13:40

Nonstop1h 55m

£101

AtlantaWashington, D.C.

ATL - DCA

ATLDCA

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sat 30/8

19:30-21:19

Nonstop1h 49m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 1/9

20:45-22:56

Nonstop2h 11m

£108

AtlantaWashington, D.C.

ATL - DCA

ATLDCA

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Wed 2/7

06:00-12:25

1 stop6h 25m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 8/7

06:00-10:57

1 stop4h 57m

£183

AtlantaWashington, D.C.

ATL - DCA

ATLDCA

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Tue 4/11

15:58-22:47

1 stop6h 49m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 5/11

06:59-11:48

1 stop4h 49m

£188

AtlantaWashington, D.C.

ATL - DCA

ATLDCA

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sat 18/10

09:10-10:54

Nonstop1h 44m

£51

AtlantaWashington, D.C.

ATL - DCA

ATLDCA

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Tue 4/11

15:45-19:05

1 stop3h 20m

£62

AtlantaWashington, D.C.

ATL - DCA

ATLDCA

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Fri 4/7

06:00-10:27

1 stop4h 27m

£92

AtlantaWashington, D.C.

ATL - DCA

ATLDCA

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Wed 6/8

17:30-22:59

1 stop5h 29m

£94

AtlantaWashington, D.C.

ATL - DCA

ATLDCA

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sun 20/7

05:00-09:33

1 stop4h 33m

£121

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Atlanta to Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on 9 June 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Atlanta to Washington, D.C. may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 59 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Atlanta to Washington, D.C. (average of £565). Flying from Atlanta to Washington, D.C. in July is currently the most expensive (average of £946). 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 ATL to WAS?

Find hourly flight availability from Atlanta to Washington, D.C.. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 13 June 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Atlanta to Washington, D.C. is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at midday tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 78% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Atlanta to Washington, D.C.?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Atlanta to Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on 8 June 2025.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Atlanta to Washington, D.C. flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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

Explore weekly flight availability from Atlanta to Washington, D.C.. 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 June 2025.

The most flights from ATL to WAS are scheduled on a Friday (104 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (20 on average).

Rainfall in Washington, D.C. by month

Plan your trip to Washington, D.C. by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Washington, D.C. ranges from 66.0 - 102.0 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 102.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Washington, D.C. when rainfall is around 66.0 mm.

Temperature in Washington, D.C. by month

Plan your trip to Washington, D.C. by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Washington, D.C., use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 27.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 2.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Washington, D.C.

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Washington, D.C.. 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 Washington, D.C.. Reviews last updated 13 June 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Delta and United Airlines from Atlanta to Washington, D.C.. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
8.0
Very Good

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Related info for your journey

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

    Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Atlanta to Washington, D.C.. You should not have trouble finding flights to Washington, D.C. from Hartsfield-Jackson; the airport handles an average of 80 outbound flights to Washington, D.C. per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 2 airlines have flights from the Atlanta airport to Washington, D.C.. It is only a 8.2 mi journey to Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) from Atlanta’s city center.

  • How popular is this Atlanta to Washington, D.C. flight route?

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Atlanta to Washington, D.C. round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Atlanta to Washington, D.C. is Southwest. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as £101 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Delta and United Airlines, starting at £108 and £183 round-trip. Southwest is 15% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Atlanta to Washington, D.C. one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Delta, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at £51. Southwest flights start at £62 while deals on United Airlines start at £92 one-way.

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

    Consider LATAM Airlines (83%), Spirit Airlines (77%) or WestJet (75%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Atlanta to Washington, D.C..

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Atlanta to Washington, D.C. 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 Atlanta to Washington, D.C.?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Atlanta to Washington, D.C. (average of £565). Flying from Atlanta to Washington, D.C. in July is currently the most expensive (average of £946). 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£58Average£94FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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DeltaCheapest£127Average£297FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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