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Cheap flights from Atlanta to Washington, D.C. 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 17/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ATL — WAS
18 Dec — 25 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson to Washington, D.C. are usually found in February or December, booked 33 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Friday and return on a Tuesday

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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 18 November 2025.

Wed 24/1216:05ATL - DCA
Nonstop1h 45mSouthwest
Thu 25/1215:45DCA - ATL
Nonstop2h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 16/11£104
Tue 9/1210:05ATL - DCA
Nonstop1h 55mSouthwest
Wed 31/1206:55DCA - ATL
Nonstop2h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 17/11£119
Thu 11/1216:20ATL - DCA
Nonstop1h 45mSouthwest
Sun 14/1206:05DCA - ATL
Nonstop2h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 18/11£132
Fri 12/1218:59ATL - DCA
Nonstop1h 41mDelta
Sat 13/1210:20DCA - ATL
Nonstop2h 00mDelta
Deal found 17/11£134
Tue 16/1215:45ATL - DCA
1 stop3h 20mSouthwest
Wed 17/1211:40DCA - ATL
Nonstop2h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 16/11£135
Wed 3/1220:59ATL - DCA
Nonstop1h 41mDelta
Wed 17/1212:37DCA - ATL
Nonstop1h 58mDelta
Deal found 16/11£142
Wed 17/1210:05ATL - DCA
Nonstop1h 55mSouthwest
Fri 19/1206:10DCA - ATL
Nonstop2h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 17/11£144
Wed 24/1214:40ATL - DCA
1 stop5h 25mSouthwest
Wed 31/1207:55DCA - ATL
1 stop3h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 16/11£146
Wed 24/1206:25ATL - DCA
1 stop7h 35mSouthwest
Mon 29/1206:10DCA - ATL
Nonstop2h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 18/11£152
Fri 12/1206:05ATL - DCA
2 stops7h 00mSouthwest
Mon 15/1206:55DCA - ATL
Nonstop2h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 15/11£153

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 18 November 2025.

Round-trip from

£104

One-way from

£52

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

February

Average price

£138

Good round-trip deal

£112 or less
Southwest
  • Southwest
  • 24/12-25/12
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 45m total
  • Atlanta to Washington, D.C.
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  • 20/1
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 45m total
  • Atlanta to Washington, D.C.
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AtlantaWashington, D.C.

ATL - DCA

ATLDCA

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sat 10/1

09:38-11:20

Nonstop1h 42m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 11/1

19:30-21:45

Nonstop2h 15m

£112

AtlantaWashington, D.C.

ATL - DCA

ATLDCA

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Thu 29/1

07:05-08:50

Nonstop1h 45m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 1/2

06:05-08:10

Nonstop2h 05m

£119

AtlantaWashington, D.C.

ATL - DCA

ATLDCA

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Thu 8/1

15:17-16:58

Nonstop1h 41m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 12/1

19:30-21:45

Nonstop2h 15m

£119

AtlantaWashington, D.C.

ATL - DCA

ATLDCA

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Wed 11/2

17:20-22:00

1 stop4h 40m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 15/2

11:35-13:35

Nonstop2h 00m

£127

AtlantaWashington, D.C.

ATL - DCA

ATLDCA

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Thu 12/2

15:45-21:55

1 stop6h 10m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 15/2

15:30-17:35

Nonstop2h 05m

£127

AtlantaWashington, D.C.

ATL - DCA

ATLDCA

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Fri 12/12

16:45-18:26

Nonstop1h 41m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 13/12

12:37-14:35

Nonstop1h 58m

£134

AtlantaWashington, D.C.

ATL - DCA

ATLDCA

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Mon 8/12

07:00-08:40

Nonstop1h 40m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 8/12

11:40-13:40

Nonstop2h 00m

£134

AtlantaWashington, D.C.

ATL - DCA

ATLDCA

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Fri 12/12

18:59-20:40

Nonstop1h 41m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 14/12

20:40-22:52

Nonstop2h 12m

£134

AtlantaWashington, D.C.

ATL - DCA

ATLDCA

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sat 13/12

11:00-12:42

Nonstop1h 42m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 13/12

18:21-20:33

Nonstop2h 12m

£134

AtlantaWashington, D.C.

ATL - DCA

ATLDCA

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Mon 8/12

10:05-12:00

Nonstop1h 55m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 10/12

11:40-13:40

Nonstop2h 00m

£134

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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 14 November 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 33 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 £27). Flying from Atlanta to Washington, D.C. in July is currently the most expensive (average of £55). 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 18 November 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 morning could potentially save you up to 48% 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 2 November 2025.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Atlanta to Washington, D.C. flight should consider departing on Saturday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at midday 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 18 November 2025.

The most flights from ATL to WAS are scheduled on a Friday (100 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (68 on average).

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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 85 outbound flights to Washington, D.C. per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 1 airline has 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 long is the flight from Atlanta to Washington, D.C.?

    For as low as £104, Delta can have you in Washington, D.C. from Atlanta in 1h 37m. Airlines will cover a distance of 546 mi. Generally, flights for this route are direct.

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

    Consider ANA (98%), Mesa Airlines (97%) or Copa Airlines (90%) 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 £27). Flying from Atlanta to Washington, D.C. in July is currently the most expensive (average of £55). 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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