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

Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines can get you from Atlanta to Washington, D.C. in just under 1h 43m. Your travel time will be generally consistent. The distance from Atlanta to Washington, D.C. is about 533 mi. Most flights are nonstop.

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

Cheapflights users have booked flights from Atlanta to Washington, D.C. round-trip from $55. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Delta, from $135, and JetBlue, from $146. Frontier is 70% 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 Frontier, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $29. Southwest flights start at $68 while deals on United Airlines start at $78 one-way.

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.

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).

What are the most popular routes from Atlanta to Washington, D.C.?

The most popular route from Atlanta to Washington, D.C. is Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National. You may also consider Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl or Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson - Baltimore/Washington.

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

The cheapest flight price from Atlanta to Washington, D.C. is $57. On average you can expect to pay $1,150. The most popular route, (Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National), can usually be booked for $148.

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

No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Atlanta to Washington, D.C. consider choosing Mesa Airlines (100%), ANA (93%) or Ethiopian Air (86%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Atlanta to Washington, D.C.?

Frontier, Delta and American Airlines are the most popular airlines when flying from Atlanta to Washington, D.C..

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

For a flight from Atlanta to Washington, D.C., you will be flying from Hartsfield-Jackson. Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) is just 8.2 mi from the center of the city. Hartsfield-Jackson is the only Atlanta airport and it handles 60 outbound flights to Washington, D.C. per day. 6 airlines have flights to Washington, D.C. from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson on a regular basis.

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 vacation 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.

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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 August 28, 2026.

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Best flights from Atlanta to Washington, D.C.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Atlanta to Washington, D.C. that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated August 28, 2026.

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Last-minute flights from Atlanta to Washington, D.C.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Atlanta to Washington, D.C.. Data last updated August 28, 2026 and is based on user searches.

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One-way flights from Atlanta to Washington, D.C.
Search for one-way flight options from Atlanta to Washington, D.C.. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated August 28, 2026.

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$54

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$56

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$72

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

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Round-trip from	$79 (Super.com)
One-way from	$54 (CheapOair)
Popular in	July
Cheapest in	February
Average price	$166
Good round-trip deal	$115 or less
Good one-way deal	$117 or less

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AtlantaWashington, D.C.

ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson - DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

ATLDCA

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Thu 10/22

4:30 pm-6:15 pm

Nonstop1h 45m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 10/24

12:00 pm-1:55 pm

Nonstop1h 55m

$169

AtlantaWashington, D.C.

ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson - DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

ATLDCA

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sat 11/7

7:25 am-9:10 am

Nonstop1h 45m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 11/7

6:32 pm-8:29 pm

Nonstop1h 57m

$169

AtlantaWashington, D.C.

ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson - IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

ATLIAD

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Tue 9/29

5:40 am-7:23 am

Nonstop1h 43m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 9/30

5:50 pm-7:56 pm

Nonstop2h 06m

$169

AtlantaWashington, D.C.

ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson - DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

ATLDCA

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Wed 10/14

6:50 pm-8:39 pm

Nonstop1h 49m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 10/21

7:59 am-9:45 am

Nonstop1h 46m

$169

AtlantaWashington, D.C.

ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson - IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

ATLIAD

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Fri 9/18

5:30 am-7:20 am

Nonstop1h 50m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 9/21

8:19 am-10:17 am

Nonstop1h 58m

$187

AtlantaWashington, D.C.

ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson - DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

ATLDCA

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Fri 11/6

7:00 am-11:15 am

1 stop4h 15m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 11/7

3:55 pm-5:55 pm

Nonstop2h 00m

$197

AtlantaWashington, D.C.

ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson - DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

ATLDCA

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sun 11/8

7:59 pm-9:49 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 11/10

6:59 am-9:00 am

Nonstop2h 01m

$208

AtlantaWashington, D.C.

ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson - DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

ATLDCA

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Fri 10/9

9:10 pm-10:55 pm

Nonstop1h 45m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 10/13

1:35 pm-3:25 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

$208

AtlantaBaltimore

ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson - BWI Baltimore/Washington

ATLBWI

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sat 9/26

12:00 pm-6:35 pm

2 stops6h 35m

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 9/29

2:50 pm-4:45 pm

Nonstop1h 55m

$212

AtlantaWashington, D.C.

ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson - IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

ATLIAD

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Mon 9/28

7:59 pm-9:44 pm

Nonstop1h 45m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 9/29

8:08 am-10:00 am

Nonstop1h 52m

$212

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Atlanta to Washington, D.C. in August.

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Expedia	Price Accuracy1 star	Trust Score*3 stars
FlightHub	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
Cheapflightsfares	Price Accuracy2 stars	Trust Score*1 star
JustAirTicket	Price Accuracy-	Trust Score*1 star
eDreams	Price Accuracy2 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
CheapOair	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
Mytrip	Price Accuracy2 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
Justfly.com	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*3 stars

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Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Atlanta-Washington, D.C. flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Atlanta-Washington, D.C. flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Atlanta-Washington, D.C. flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Atlanta-Washington, D.C. flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Atlanta-Washington, D.C. flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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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 $186). Flying from Atlanta to Washington, D.C. in March is currently the most expensive (average of $289). 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?

When flying from Atlanta to Washington, D.C., 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 34% versus a flight at noon.

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

The most flights from ATL to WAS are scheduled on a Wednesday (91 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (28 on average).

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

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Atlanta to Washington, D.C. flights typically cost between $103 and $249 in September.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $79 on Frontier (Sep 26-Sep 28).

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

Booking 87 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Atlanta to Washington, D.C.. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

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

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See what other customers who have flown with Southwest,Delta, andUnited Airlines from Atlanta 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.

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,203 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Libby,Jun 2026

TUS - LAS

One delay in a 2 layover flight=a good trip. The crew was great.

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,203 reviews

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,203 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Libby,Jun 2026

TUS - LAS

One delay in a 2 layover flight=a good trip. The crew was great.

Delta

7.8

Good

8,535 reviews

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,203 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Libby,Jun 2026

TUS - LAS

One delay in a 2 layover flight=a good trip. The crew was great.

United Airlines

7.4

Good

10,135 reviews

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,203 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Libby,Jun 2026

TUS - LAS

One delay in a 2 layover flight=a good trip. The crew was great.

American Airlines

7.1

Good

12,022 reviews

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,203 reviews

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1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Libby,Jun 2026

TUS - LAS

One delay in a 2 layover flight=a good trip. The crew was great.

Frontier

5.6

Fair

2,639 reviews

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,203 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Libby,Jun 2026

TUS - LAS

One delay in a 2 layover flight=a good trip. The crew was great.

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What airport do you fly from for flights from Atlanta to Washington, D.C.?
For a flight from Atlanta to Washington, D.C., you will be flying from Hartsfield-Jackson. Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) is just 8.2 mi from the center of the city. Hartsfield-Jackson is the only Atlanta airport and it handles 60 outbound flights to Washington, D.C. per day. 6 airlines have flights to Washington, D.C. from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson on a regular basis.
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Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines can get you from Atlanta to Washington, D.C. in just under 1h 43m. Your travel time will be generally consistent. The distance from Atlanta to Washington, D.C. is about 533 mi. Most flights are nonstop.
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Cheapflights users have booked flights from Atlanta to Washington, D.C. round-trip from $55. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Delta, from $135, and JetBlue, from $146. Frontier is 70% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.
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To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Frontier, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $29. Southwest flights start at $68 while deals on United Airlines start at $78 one-way.
What are the most popular routes from Atlanta to Washington, D.C.?
The most popular route from Atlanta to Washington, D.C. is Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National. You may also consider Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl or Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson - Baltimore/Washington.
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No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Atlanta to Washington, D.C. consider choosing Mesa Airlines (100%), ANA (93%) or Ethiopian Air (86%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.
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The cheapest flight price from Atlanta to Washington, D.C. is $57. On average you can expect to pay $1,150. The most popular route, (Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National), can usually be booked for $148.
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Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Frontier	Cheapest$55	Average$172	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time62%
Delta	Cheapest$107	Average$290	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A
JetBlue	Cheapest$146	Average$257	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time62%
United Airlines	Cheapest$147	Average$264	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%
Southwest	Cheapest$157	Average$309	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time63%
American Airlines	Cheapest$169	Average$285	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%

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When flying from Atlanta to Washington, D.C., 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 34% versus a flight at noon.

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The most flights from ATL to WAS are scheduled on a Wednesday (91 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (28 on average).

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Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Atlanta to Washington, D.C. flights typically cost between $103 and $249 in September.The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $79 on Frontier (Sep 26-Sep 28).

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Booking 87 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Atlanta to Washington, D.C.. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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Atlanta to Washington, D.C. flights typically cost between $103 and $249 in September.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $79 on Frontier (Sep 26-Sep 28).