Gulf Shores

$60+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Gulf Shores, AL

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WAS — PNS
Nov 26 — Dec 31
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The best prices from Washington, D.C. to Gulf Shores are usually found in January or February, booked 22 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Thursday

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

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Gulf Shores (GU9). 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 November 21, 2024.

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Round-trip from

$121
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$60
(FlightHub)
High demand for flights, 12% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 27% potential price drop
From Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Gulf Shores
One-way flight from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Gulf Shores

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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 November 21, 2024.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/912:20 pmBWI - PNS
1 stop6h 45mSpirit Airlines
Wed 12/117:00 pmPNS - BWI
1 stop12h 38mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/20$121
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/147:19 pmBWI - PNS
2 stops21h 23mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/177:00 pmPNS - BWI
1 stop11h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/21$186
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/187:00 amDCA - PNS
1 stop27h 58mFrontier
Wed 12/2512:45 pmPNS - DCA
1 stop22h 23mFrontier
Deal found 11/21$298
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/176:00 amDCA - PNS
1 stop6h 12mUnited Airlines
Thu 12/197:00 amPNS - DCA
1 stop5h 46mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/21$302
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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 12/177:45 amIAD - PNS
1 stop5h 57mDelta
Thu 12/197:11 pmPNS - IAD
1 stop4h 27mDelta
Deal found 11/21$302
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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.
Wed 12/185:00 amIAD - PNS
1 stop6h 42mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/257:30 amPNS - IAD
1 stop4h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/21$308
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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.
Wed 12/187:54 pmDCA - PNS
Nonstop2h 43mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/2511:09 amPNS - DCA
1 stop3h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/21$315
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/912:55 pmIAD - PNS
3 stops28h 14mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/117:00 pmPNS - IAD
2 stops25h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/20$320
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/249:25 amDCA - PNS
2 stops10h 25mSouthwest
Wed 12/254:25 pmPNS - DCA
1 stop4h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 11/21$323
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
Sat 11/237:35 pmDCA - PNS
1 stop4h 35mDelta
Tue 11/261:29 pmPNS - DCA
1 stop4h 54mDelta
Deal found 11/20$343
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/310:25 pmIAD - PNS
1 stop11h 10mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/107:55 pmPNS - IAD
1 stop14h 07mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/19$344
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
Thu 12/129:59 amBWI - PNS
1 stop5h 17mDelta
Fri 12/135:47 pmPNS - BWI
1 stop4h 16mDelta
Deal found 11/20$371

Find flights from Washington, D.C. to Gulf Shores within your budget

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 2,612,795 searches. Data last updated November 21, 2024.

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BaltimorePensacola

BWI - PNS

BWIPNS

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 12/9

12:20 pm-6:05 pm

1 stop6h 45m

Pensacola

Wed 12/11

7:00 pm-8:38 am

1 stop12h 38m

$121

BaltimorePensacola

BWI - PNS

BWIPNS

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 12/14

7:19 pm-3:42 pm

2 stops21h 23m

Pensacola

Tue 12/17

7:00 pm-7:39 am

1 stop11h 39m

$186

Washington, D.C.Pensacola

DCA - PNS

DCAPNS

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 12/18

7:00 am-9:58 am

1 stop27h 58m

Pensacola

Wed 12/25

12:45 pm-12:08 pm

1 stop22h 23m

$298

BaltimorePensacola

BWI - PNS

BWIPNS

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 1/28

10:05 am-6:18 pm

2 stops9h 13m

Pensacola

Tue 2/4

7:00 am-4:20 pm

1 stop8h 20m

$301

Washington, D.C.Pensacola

IAD - PNS

IADPNS

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 12/17

7:45 am-12:42 pm

1 stop5h 57m

Pensacola

Thu 12/19

7:11 pm-12:38 am

1 stop4h 27m

$302

Washington, D.C.Pensacola

DCA - PNS

DCAPNS

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 12/17

6:00 am-11:12 am

1 stop6h 12m

Pensacola

Thu 12/19

7:00 am-1:46 pm

1 stop5h 46m

$302

Washington, D.C.Pensacola

DCA - PNS

DCAPNS

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 1/30

8:00 am-5:25 pm

2 stops10h 25m

Pensacola

Sun 2/2

5:00 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop4h 35m

$307

Washington, D.C.Pensacola

IAD - PNS

IADPNS

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 12/18

5:00 am-10:42 am

1 stop6h 42m

Pensacola

Wed 12/25

7:30 am-1:25 pm

1 stop4h 55m

$308

Washington, D.C.Pensacola

DCA - PNS

DCAPNS

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 12/18

7:54 pm-9:37 pm

Nonstop2h 43m

Pensacola

Wed 12/25

11:09 am-3:54 pm

1 stop3h 45m

$315

Washington, D.C.Pensacola

IAD - PNS

IADPNS

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 12/18

12:55 pm-4:09 pm

3 stops28h 14m

Pensacola

Wed 12/25

7:00 pm-8:35 pm

2 stops24h 35m

$330

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Travel insights for flights from Washington, D.C. to Gulf Shores

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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 November 15, 2024.

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 22 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 $296). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Gulf Shores in March is currently the most expensive (average of $380). 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 November 21, 2024.

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 March 24, 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. Friday evenings 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 November 21, 2024.

The most flights from WAS to GU9 are scheduled on a Monday (3 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

Rainfall in Gulf Shores by month

Plan your trip to Gulf Shores by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Gulf Shores ranges from 4.2 - 7.4 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 7.4 in. May is typically the driest time to visit Gulf Shores when rainfall is around 4.2 in.

Temperature in Gulf Shores by month

Plan your trip to Gulf Shores by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Gulf Shores, 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 82.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

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 November 21, 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Washington, D.C. to Gulf Shores, such as Spirit Airlines, Frontier and United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very good
5,005 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

8.1
Very good
5,005 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,005 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

8.0
Very good
8,755 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,005 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

7.5
Good
3,829 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,005 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

7.5
Good
3,389 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,005 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

7.4
Good
9,172 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,005 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Related info for your journey

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Spirit Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $60. However, be on the lookout for offers from Frontier and American 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.

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    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 $296). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Gulf Shores in March is currently the most expensive (average of $380). 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 7 airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Gulf Shores

Discover the top 7 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 2,612,795 searches. Data last updated November 21, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$90Average$126FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$102Average$207FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$103Average$248FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$155Average$439FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$175Average$397FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$204Average$379FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$266Average$427FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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