Basic Economy allows a personal item only; no carry-on bags without extra fees.
Economy Plus offers extra legroom seats towards the front of the economy cabin.
$33+ Cheap flights from Atlanta (ATL) to Washington, D.C. (WAS)
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 4/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ATL — WAS
Mar 26 — Apr 21
1 adult, Economy
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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 March 21, 2025.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $65 (Cheapflightsfares) |
One-way from | $33 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | July |
Cheapest in | February |
Average price | $164 |
Good round-trip deal | $79 or less |
Good one-way deal | $56 or less |
Find flight deals from Atlanta to Washington, D.C.
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 March 21, 2025.
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 March 21, 2025.
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/19. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/237:15 amATL - BWI
Nonstop1h 44mSpirit Airlines
Sun 4/275:55 amBWI - ATL
Nonstop2h 00mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/19![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$65
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/21. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/128:35 amATL - IAD
Nonstop1h 46mFrontier
Tue 4/158:34 pmIAD - ATL
Nonstop1h 56mFrontier
Deal found 3/21![Frontier logo]()
$98
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/139:15 amATL - BWI
Nonstop1h 49mMultiple Airlines
Fri 5/166:36 pmBWI - ATL
Nonstop2h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/20![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$103
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/1510:45 pmATL - BWI
Nonstop1h 55mFrontier
Thu 4/176:00 amBWI - ATL
Nonstop2h 09mFrontier
Deal found 3/20![Frontier logo]()
$127
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/21. 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.
Wed 5/75:45 pmATL - DCA
Nonstop1h 46mDelta
Tue 5/138:59 amDCA - ATL
Nonstop2h 00mDelta
Deal found 3/21![Delta logo]()
$157
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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 5/16:15 pmATL - BWI
Nonstop1h 45mDelta
Mon 5/510:19 amBWI - ATL
Nonstop1h 58mDelta
Deal found 3/20![Delta logo]()
$177
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/21. 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.
Thu 5/17:05 amATL - DCA
Nonstop1h 45mSouthwest
Mon 5/53:00 pmDCA - ATL
Nonstop1h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 3/21![Southwest logo]()
$177
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/175:45 amATL - IAD
Nonstop1h 48mUnited Airlines
Thu 4/2410:09 pmIAD - ATL
Nonstop1h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/20![United Airlines logo]()
$177
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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 4/2610:45 pmATL - IAD
Nonstop1h 40mDelta
Sun 4/276:00 amIAD - ATL
Nonstop1h 58mDelta
Deal found 3/20![Delta logo]()
$182
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/178:35 amATL - BWI
2 stops5h 30mSouthwest
Sun 4/208:15 amBWI - ATL
1 stop5h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 3/20![Southwest logo]()
$212
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/196:03 amATL - DCA
Nonstop1h 57mAmerican Airlines
Tue 4/227:10 amDCA - ATL
Nonstop1h 51mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/20![American Airlines logo]()
$213
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/16:00 amATL - DCA
1 stop6h 36mUnited Airlines
Mon 5/511:15 amDCA - ATL
1 stop7h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/20![United Airlines logo]()
$216
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Price
AtlantaBaltimore
ATL - BWI
ATLBWI
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Wed 4/23
7:15 am-8:59 am
Nonstop1h 44m
Baltimore/Washington
Sun 4/27
5:55 am-7:55 am
Nonstop2h 00m
$65
AtlantaWashington, D.C.
ATL - IAD
ATLIAD
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Sat 4/12
8:35 am-10:21 am
Nonstop1h 46m
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Tue 4/15
8:34 pm-10:30 pm
Nonstop1h 56m
$98
AtlantaBaltimore
ATL - BWI
ATLBWI
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Tue 5/13
9:15 am-11:04 am
Nonstop1h 49m
Baltimore/Washington
Fri 5/16
6:36 pm-8:51 pm
Nonstop2h 15m
$103
AtlantaBaltimore
ATL - BWI
ATLBWI
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Tue 4/15
10:45 pm-12:40 am
Nonstop1h 55m
Baltimore/Washington
Thu 4/17
6:00 am-8:09 am
Nonstop2h 09m
$127
AtlantaWashington, D.C.
ATL - DCA
ATLDCA
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Wed 5/7
5:45 pm-7:31 pm
Nonstop1h 46m
Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
Tue 5/13
8:59 am-10:59 am
Nonstop2h 00m
$157
AtlantaWashington, D.C.
ATL - IAD
ATLIAD
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Sat 4/26
9:25 am-11:13 am
Nonstop1h 48m
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Sat 4/26
5:45 pm-7:44 pm
Nonstop1h 59m
$157
AtlantaWashington, D.C.
ATL - DCA
ATLDCA
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Thu 5/1
7:05 am-8:50 am
Nonstop1h 45m
Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
Mon 5/5
3:00 pm-4:50 pm
Nonstop1h 50m
$177
AtlantaBaltimore
ATL - BWI
ATLBWI
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Thu 5/1
6:15 pm-8:00 pm
Nonstop1h 45m
Baltimore/Washington
Mon 5/5
10:19 am-12:17 pm
Nonstop1h 58m
$177
AtlantaWashington, D.C.
ATL - IAD
ATLIAD
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Thu 4/17
7:40 am-9:18 am
Nonstop1h 38m
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Thu 4/24
7:35 am-9:31 am
Nonstop1h 56m
$177
AtlantaBaltimore
ATL - BWI
ATLBWI
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Thu 4/17
8:35 am-2:05 pm
2 stops5h 30m
Baltimore/Washington
Sun 4/20
8:15 am-2:00 pm
1 stop5h 45m
$212
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| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*2 stars | |
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*2 stars | |
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars |
- 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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Everything you need to know about your flight from Atlanta to Washington, D.C.
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 round-trip flight from Atlanta to Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on March 14, 2025.
Booking 59 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 month to book a flight from Atlanta to Washington, D.C.?
Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Atlanta to Washington, D.C. (average of $309). Flying from Atlanta to Washington, D.C. in June is currently the most expensive (average of $387). 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 March 21, 2025.
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 81% versus a flight at noon.
What is the cheapest day to fly from Atlanta to Washington, D.C.?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Atlanta to Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on March 16, 2025.
Travelers 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. Saturday at noon 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 March 21, 2025.
The most flights from ATL to WAS are scheduled on a Thursday (95 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (36 on average).
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 March 21, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta and Avelo Airlines from Atlanta to Washington, D.C. have to say. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Food
7.1
Boarding
8.2
Crew
8.7
Entertainment
7.6
Overall
8.1
Comfort
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentIla,Mar 2025
HOU - DAL
Food
7.1
Boarding
8.2
Crew
8.7
Entertainment
7.6
Overall
8.1
Comfort
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentIla,Mar 2025
HOU - DAL
Food
7.1
Boarding
8.2
Crew
8.7
Entertainment
7.6
Overall
8.1
Comfort
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentIla,Mar 2025
HOU - DAL
Avelo Airlines
Food
7.1
Boarding
8.2
Crew
8.7
Entertainment
7.6
Overall
8.1
Comfort
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentIla,Mar 2025
HOU - DAL
Food
7.1
Boarding
8.2
Crew
8.7
Entertainment
7.6
Overall
8.1
Comfort
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentIla,Mar 2025
HOU - DAL
Food
7.1
Boarding
8.2
Crew
8.7
Entertainment
7.6
Overall
8.1
Comfort
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentIla,Mar 2025
HOU - DAL
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$36 | Average$109 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time65% | |
| Cheapest$52 | Average$136 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$126 | Average$274 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$138 | Average$272 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% | |
| Cheapest$148 | Average$259 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$172 | Average$375 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% |