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$476+ Cheap flights from Alexandria, LA (AEX) to Washington, D.C. (WAS)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 7/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AEX — WAS
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Alexandria (AEX) 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 June 12, 2025.

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$476
(American Airlines)
From Alexandria to Washington, D.C. (WAS)
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This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Thu 7/176:30 pmAEX - DCA
1 stop5h 19mAmerican Airlines
Sat 7/195:11 pmDCA - AEX
1 stop6h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$476
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Thu 7/1711:09 amAEX - IAD
1 stop5h 29mAmerican Airlines
Sat 7/1911:49 amIAD - AEX
1 stop7h 11mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$476
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/176:09 amAEX - BWI
1 stop5h 19mDelta
Sun 8/244:39 pmBWI - AEX
1 stop5h 43mDelta
Deal found 6/10$476
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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.
Sun 8/1710:10 amAEX - BWI
1 stop7h 40mAmerican Airlines
Sun 8/2412:22 pmBWI - AEX
2 stops11h 33mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/9$482
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/84:50 pmAEX - DCA
1 stop5h 52mDelta
Mon 7/143:59 pmDCA - AEX
1 stop6h 24mDelta
Deal found 6/11$486
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/84:50 pmAEX - IAD
1 stop5h 26mDelta
Mon 7/143:37 pmIAD - AEX
1 stop6h 46mDelta
Deal found 6/11$486

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Washington, D.C.

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AlexandriaWashington, D.C.

AEX - DCA

AEXDCA

Alexandria

Thu 7/17

6:30 pm-12:49 am

1 stop5h 19m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 7/19

5:11 pm-10:41 pm

1 stop6h 30m

$476

AlexandriaBaltimore

AEX - BWI

AEXBWI

Alexandria

Sun 8/17

6:09 am-12:28 pm

1 stop5h 19m

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 8/24

4:39 pm-9:22 pm

1 stop5h 43m

$476

AlexandriaWashington, D.C.

AEX - IAD

AEXIAD

Alexandria

Thu 7/17

11:09 am-5:38 pm

1 stop5h 29m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 7/19

11:49 am-6:00 pm

1 stop7h 11m

$476

AlexandriaBaltimore

AEX - BWI

AEXBWI

Alexandria

Sun 8/17

10:10 am-6:50 pm

1 stop7h 40m

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 8/24

12:22 pm-10:55 pm

2 stops11h 33m

$482

AlexandriaWashington, D.C.

AEX - DCA

AEXDCA

Alexandria

Tue 7/8

4:50 pm-11:42 pm

1 stop5h 52m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 7/14

3:59 pm-9:23 pm

1 stop6h 24m

$486

AlexandriaWashington, D.C.

AEX - IAD

AEXIAD

Alexandria

Tue 7/8

4:50 pm-11:16 pm

1 stop5h 26m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 7/14

3:37 pm-9:23 pm

1 stop6h 46m

$486

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

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Alexandria, Louisiana to Washington, D.C. (average of $241). Flying from Alexandria, Louisiana to Washington, D.C. in March is currently the most expensive (average of $290). 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.

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 2.6 - 4.0 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.0 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Washington, D.C. when rainfall is around 2.6 in.

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 80.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 35.6 F).

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 June 12, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta and American Airlines from Alexandria to Washington, D.C. have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Alexandria to Washington, D.C.. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Most people fly from Alexandria (AEX) if they book a flight from Alexandria to Washington, D.C.. On average, Alexandria has 0 outbound flights to Washington, D.C. per day from 1 airline. Alexandria is conveniently located just 5.8 mi from Alexandria’s city center.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Alexandria, Louisiana to Washington, D.C. is American Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $476 on this airline. An additional option worth looking into is Delta, starting at $476.

  • What are the most popular routes from Alexandria, Louisiana to Washington, D.C.?

    When deciding which route to take from Alexandria, Louisiana to Washington, D.C. consider Alexandria - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl, Alexandria - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National or Alexandria - Baltimore/Washington as they are the most popular.

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Alexandria, Louisiana to Washington, D.C. (average of $241). Flying from Alexandria, Louisiana to Washington, D.C. in March is currently the most expensive (average of $290). 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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