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74 € Cheap Flights from Atlanta to Washington D.C.

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Washington D.C..74 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 4 Feb, returning Wed, 11 Feb.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson on Wed, 4 Feb, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Baltimore Washington International on Wed, 11 Feb, arriving in Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson.Price includes taxes and charges.From 74 €, select.
Washington D.C..74 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 5 Dec, returning Sun, 14 Dec.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson on Fri, 5 Dec, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Baltimore Washington International on Sun, 14 Dec, arriving in Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson.Price includes taxes and charges.From 74 €, select.
Washington D.C..74 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 16 Oct, returning Wed, 5 Nov.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson on Thu, 16 Oct, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Baltimore Washington International on Wed, 5 Nov, arriving in Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson.Price includes taxes and charges.From 74 €, select.
Washington D.C..74 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 30 Sep, returning Sat, 18 Oct.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson on Tue, 30 Sep, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Baltimore Washington International on Sat, 18 Oct, arriving in Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson.Price includes taxes and charges.From 74 €, select.
Washington D.C..74 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 18 Nov, returning Fri, 5 Dec.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson on Tue, 18 Nov, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Baltimore Washington International on Fri, 5 Dec, arriving in Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson.Price includes taxes and charges.From 74 €, select.
Washington D.C..74 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 6 Oct, returning Sat, 18 Oct.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson on Mon, 6 Oct, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Baltimore Washington International on Sat, 18 Oct, arriving in Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson.Price includes taxes and charges.From 74 €, select.
Washington D.C..74 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 23 Jan, returning Wed, 11 Feb.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson on Fri, 23 Jan, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Baltimore Washington International on Wed, 11 Feb, arriving in Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson.Price includes taxes and charges.From 74 €, select.
Washington D.C..74 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 10 Jan, returning Fri, 23 Jan.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson on Sat, 10 Jan, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Baltimore Washington International on Fri, 23 Jan, arriving in Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson.Price includes taxes and charges.From 74 €, select.

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Atlanta to Washington D.C. flights are currently cheapest in September.
Aug
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Sep
from 74 €
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Atlanta to Washington D.C.: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found74 €
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time1 hr, 48 mins
Most popular airlineLATAM Airlines
Average flights per week1,713

Finding cheap flights from Atlanta to Washington D.C.: Frequently asked questions

There are 5 airports in Washington D.C.: Washington Ronald Reagan, Camp Springs Andrews AFB, Washington Dulles, Baltimore Washington International, and Manassas.
The best price we found for a return flight from Atlanta to Washington D.C. is 74 €. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
1 hour and 47 minutes is the average flight time from Atlanta to Washington D.C..
LATAM Airlines, Delta and KLM fly direct from Atlanta to Washington D.C..
As of August 2025, there are 1,713 flights per week flying from Atlanta to Washington D.C..
The cheapest month to fly from Atlanta to Washington D.C. is usually September.
If you're flying from Atlanta, the cheapest airport near Washington D.C. is Baltimore Washington International – which is 43.6 km away from the centre of Washington D.C.. We've found flights into this airport from 74 €.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Atlanta to Washington D.C. on Tuesday, 16 September 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 47 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Washington D.C. but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Washington D.C. is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In August, the average temperature is usually around 25°C. July is typically the warmest month in Washington D.C., when it usually averages around 31°C. You can expect the least rain in February. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -4°C. The rainiest month is September.
The cheapest airline that flies to Washington D.C. is Spirit Airlines .

Flying from Atlanta to Washington DC: what you need to know

  • Atlanta's main airport is Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL). Check out your departure options from this terminal when searching for flights from Atlanta to Washington DC.

  • The chief entry points to Washington DC are Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) and Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD).

  • The average time for a direct Atlanta to Washington DC flight is 1 hour 50 minutes.

  • Atlanta and Washington DC share the same timezone, UTC-4.

  • Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) to Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) is the most traveled route that connects these two cities. There are 125 weekly flights to choose from. If you have things to do before leaving, the last flight from Atlanta to Washington DC is with Delta Air Lines at 21:59. Choose the first ATL to DCA departure with Southwest Airlines at 06:20 to fit in more activities on your first day in Washington DC.

  • To ensure you don't miss your Atlanta to Washington DC flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.

  • Flying during a peak time like July? Busy periods (like spring break, Christmas and New Year) can easily add an hour at check-in and security. Be extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.

How to find the cheapest flights from Atlanta to Washington DC

  • 37 € is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Atlanta to Washington DC. A return flight starts from 74 €. These fares can change depending on demand and availability.

  • Book two months before your departure date. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap Atlanta to Washington DC flights.

  • Schedule your trip for May. That's the best month for landing cheap plane tickets from Atlanta to Washington DC. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.

  • There's no need to check every day to see if prices have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know when a better deal comes up on cheap flights from Atlanta to Washington DC.

  • Tailor your trip using filters. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' Atlanta to Washington DC flights.

Flying from Atlanta

Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)

  • You can find a direct flight from Atlanta to Washington DC departing from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL). Catch your plane at ATL and then land at any of these Washington DC airports:

    • Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)

    • Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

    • Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)

  • You'll find plenty of airlines that offer direct Atlanta to Washington DC plane tickets out of ATL. The most popular include:

  • The journey from central Atlanta to ATL takes about 1 hour 10 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 13 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • In search of a handy hotel near Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Atlanta to Washington DC, these accommodation options will put you nice and close to your departure gate:

  • Of the departures from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, 76.64% arrive on time at their destination.

  • ATL's address is 6000 N Terminal Parkway.

Arriving in Washington DC

Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)

  • Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) is approximately 6 kilometres from central Washington DC. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 15 minutes.

  • Getting to the centre by public transport takes about 45 minutes.

  • The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Atlanta to Washington DC. Check in to one of these accommodation options near DCA instead:

  • Get your adventure underway by picking up a Ronald Reagan National Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Thrifty, Sixt or Dollar and experience the lesser-explored corners of Washington DC and beyond.

  • Booking your ride from Ronald Reagan National Airport about four weeks ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.

  • DCA is located at 1 Aviation Circle.

Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

  • Once your flight from Atlanta to Washington DC has touched down, you can make your way to the city centre in about 50 minutes by car. Central Washington DC is roughly 40 kilometres from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD).

  • You can expect the journey to take approximately 1 hour 10 minutes on public transport.

  • Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel near IAD. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your flight from Atlanta to Washington DC:

  • Dollar, Thrifty and Sixt make collecting a Washington Dulles International Airport rental car quick and easy. These companies are located around or in the terminal and will have you on the road before long.

  • Don't pay more than you need to. Booking your ride one week before your arrival at IAD can land you a better rate.

  • The address for Washington Dulles International Airport is 1 Saarinen Circle.

Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)

  • Make your way into the city centre after your flight from Atlanta to Washington DC has touched down. Central Washington DC is about 40 kilometres from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) and takes roughly 50 minutes to get there in a car.

  • The journey will take about 1 hour 30 minutes if you use public transport.

  • Reserve a hotel near BWI and quickly go from touchdown to tucked into your bed. Whether you have a late Atlanta to Washington DC flight or just want an easier arrival, these stays offer convenience when you need it most:

  • Whether you're searching for a zippy mini for solo travel or a spacious SUV to fit the whole crew comfortably, you'll find the ideal Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport rental car for you. Explore wheels available here from providers such as Dollar, Thrifty and Budget.

  • Around two weeks before your flight from Atlanta to Washington DC is a good time to book your ride from BWI. You're likely to snag a better deal or get access to early bird discounts.

Best time to go to Washington DC

  • May is the quietest month for flights from Atlanta to Washington DC, while February is the most popular. Figure out the ideal time to visit Washington DC based on whether you want a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.

  • Book an Atlanta to Washington DC ticket departing in July if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Washington DC to range from 19ºC (66ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).

  • If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Atlanta to Washington DC in January when temperatures average between -6ºC (21ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF).

More about Washington DC

Explore more of United States

  • New York is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen Washington DC. Around 322 kilometres to the north-east, check out popular attractions including Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Empire State Building.

  • If you're looking to explore another well-known destination in United States, consider Philadelphia, roughly 193 kilometres north-east of Washington DC. Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art are key reasons to visit.

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