Gulf Shores

$100+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Gulf Shores, AL

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 11/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
WAS — PNS
Oct 15 — Oct 221
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Washington, D.C. to Gulf Shores are usually found in August or July, booked 85 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Tuesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Gulf Shores

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Washington, D.C. to Gulf Shores flight deals. Data was last updated September 15, 2025.

Round-trip from

$210
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$100
(American Airlines)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$417
From Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Gulf Shores
One-way flight from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Gulf Shores
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price ($25 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($8 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in September 2025

Find flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Gulf Shores

Cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Gulf Shores
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Washington, D.C. to Gulf Shores. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 15, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/118:17 pmBWI - PNS
1 stop20h 14mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/225:56 pmPNS - BWI
1 stop15h 34mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/13$210
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/36:56 amBWI - PNS
1 stop9h 35mSpirit Airlines
Sat 11/810:02 amPNS - BWI
1 stop8h 15mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/13$212
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/65:00 amBWI - PNS
1 stop6h 33mAmerican Airlines
Sat 10/116:53 pmPNS - BWI
1 stop4h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/13$213
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/510:48 amBWI - PNS
1 stop5h 48mSpirit Airlines
Thu 11/64:41 pmPNS - BWI
1 stop6h 13mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/14$215
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/118:17 pmBWI - PNS
1 stop20h 14mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/206:25 pmPNS - BWI
1 stop14h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/13$218
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/118:17 pmBWI - PNS
1 stop20h 14mMultiple Airlines
Thu 10/2310:28 amPNS - BWI
1 stop6h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/13$219
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/118:17 pmBWI - PNS
1 stop20h 14mMultiple Airlines
Fri 10/177:54 pmPNS - BWI
1 stop13h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/13$220
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/610:48 amBWI - PNS
1 stop5h 48mSpirit Airlines
Thu 11/134:41 pmPNS - BWI
1 stop6h 13mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/14$227
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/118:17 pmBWI - PNS
1 stop20h 14mSpirit Airlines
Sun 10/194:36 pmPNS - BWI
1 stop18h 18mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/13$229
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/154:00 pmBWI - PNS
1 stop24h 31mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/225:56 pmPNS - BWI
1 stop15h 34mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/13$230
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/206:34 amIAD - PNS
1 stop4h 59mAmerican Airlines
Thu 10/236:37 pmPNS - IAD
1 stop4h 16mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/13$251
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/297:14 pmIAD - PNS
1 stop23h 56mMultiple Airlines
Fri 10/37:10 pmPNS - IAD
1 stop22h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/14$256

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Washington, D.C. to Gulf Shores that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated September 15, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Washington, D.C. to Gulf Shores that are best for you.

Fly from

Washington, D.C.

Fly to

Gulf Shores

Route

Depart

Return

Price

BaltimorePensacola

BWI - PNS

BWIPNS

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 10/28

2:05 pm-7:05 pm

2 stops6h 00m

Pensacola

Tue 11/4

1:25 pm-9:15 pm

2 stops6h 50m

$247

BaltimorePensacola

BWI - PNS

BWIPNS

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 11/15

1:45 pm-5:00 pm

1 stop4h 15m

Pensacola

Tue 11/18

4:15 pm-9:15 pm

1 stop4h 00m

$247

BaltimorePensacola

BWI - PNS

BWIPNS

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 11/15

6:15 am-1:15 pm

1 stop8h 00m

Pensacola

Tue 11/18

7:00 am-9:24 pm

2 stops13h 24m

$252

BaltimorePensacola

BWI - PNS

BWIPNS

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 11/1

6:35 am-9:40 am

1 stop4h 05m

Pensacola

Mon 11/3

4:15 pm-9:15 pm

1 stop4h 00m

$257

Washington, D.C.Pensacola

DCA - PNS

DCAPNS

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 11/14

3:02 pm-4:44 pm

Nonstop2h 42m

Pensacola

Sun 11/16

4:37 pm-12:24 am

1 stop6h 47m

$265

Washington, D.C.Pensacola

DCA - PNS

DCAPNS

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 10/6

7:45 pm-9:11 pm

Nonstop2h 26m

Pensacola

Sat 10/11

6:17 am-9:35 am

Nonstop2h 18m

$278

Washington, D.C.Pensacola

DCA - PNS

DCAPNS

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 11/5

6:05 am-3:35 pm

2 stops10h 30m

Pensacola

Mon 11/10

5:30 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop5h 25m

$282

BaltimorePensacola

BWI - PNS

BWIPNS

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 11/12

8:55 am-3:35 pm

2 stops7h 40m

Pensacola

Wed 11/19

7:20 am-5:40 pm

2 stops9h 20m

$283

BaltimorePensacola

BWI - PNS

BWIPNS

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 10/14

7:05 am-10:39 am

1 stop4h 34m

Pensacola

Tue 10/21

6:00 am-12:45 pm

1 stop5h 45m

$298

BaltimorePensacola

BWI - PNS

BWIPNS

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 10/11

6:00 am-10:39 am

1 stop5h 39m

Pensacola

Tue 10/21

6:00 am-12:45 pm

1 stop5h 45m

$298

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

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. to Gulf Shores. Price data was last updated on September 12, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Washington, D.C. to Gulf Shores, you should look to book at least 85 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Gulf Shores (average of $303). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Gulf Shores in March is currently the most expensive (average of $415). 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 GU9?

Find hourly flight availability from Washington, D.C. to Gulf Shores. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated September 15, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Washington, D.C. to Gulf Shores as you normally would.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. to Gulf Shores. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Washington, D.C. to Gulf Shores flight should consider departing on Tuesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Washington, D.C. to Gulf Shores

Explore weekly flight availability from Washington, D.C. to Gulf Shores. 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 September 15, 2025.

The most flights from WAS to GU9 are scheduled on a Monday (4 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. to Gulf Shores?

Reviews of airlines servicing Gulf Shores

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Gulf Shores. 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 Gulf Shores. Reviews last updated September 15, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and American Airlines from Washington, D.C. to Gulf Shores have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Washington, D.C. to Gulf Shores. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • How long is the flight from Washington, D.C. to Gulf Shores?

    For as low as $265, Southwest can have you in Gulf Shores from Washington, D.C. in 2h 42m. Washington, D.C. and Gulf Shores are separated by a distance of 816 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Delta, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $101. However, be on the lookout for offers from Southwest and United Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Washington, D.C. to Gulf Shores for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from Washington, D.C. to Gulf Shores?

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

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

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

    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 Gulf Shores.

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Gulf Shores (average of $303). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Gulf Shores in March is currently the most expensive (average of $415). 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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Top 6 airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Gulf Shores

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Washington, D.C. to Gulf Shores. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated September 15, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$71Average$122FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$149Average$239FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$204Average$414FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$205Average$387FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$222Average$417FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$248Average$444FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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