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Cheapest round-trip
$83
Typical prices: $102-$269
Frontier
Tue 10/30Thu 11/1
ATL - IAD • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$56
Typical prices: $98-$209
Frontier
Fri 10/26
ATL - IAD • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Delta, United Airlines and Frontier. Average duration is 1h 49m
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 4 weeks in advance save around 55% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • Avg $245 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 3h 39m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Atlanta to Dulles Intl (ATL-IAD)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Atlanta to Dulles Intl

Fri, Oct 30 - Sun, Nov 1
Frontier Logo
10:37 pm - 12:28 amATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
1h 51mnonstop
Frontier Logo
9:16 pm - 11:15 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
1h 59mnonstop
$83Frontier
Tue, Sep 22 - Tue, Sep 29
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3:25 pm - 5:18 pmATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
1h 53mnonstop
Frontier Logo
7:50 am - 9:53 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
2h 03mnonstop
$83Frontier
Tue, Oct 13 - Thu, Oct 22
Frontier Logo
10:30 pm - 12:21 amATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
1h 51mnonstop
Frontier Logo
7:50 am - 9:54 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
2h 04mnonstop
$83Frontier
Fri, Sep 4 - Mon, Sep 14
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8:59 pm - 10:52 pmATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
1h 53mnonstop
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6:36 pm - 11:14 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
16h 38m2 stops Blountville Tri Cities TN/VA Orlando
$127Multiple Airlines
Fri, Sep 11 - Mon, Sep 14
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3:25 pm - 5:18 pmATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
1h 53mnonstop
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:36 pm - 11:14 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
16h 38m2 stops Blountville Tri Cities TN/VA Orlando
$129Multiple Airlines
Thu, Oct 15 - Mon, Oct 19
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:30 pm - 12:21 amATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
1h 51mnonstop
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:36 pm - 9:02 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
14h 26m2 stops Blountville Tri Cities TN/VA Orlando
$131Multiple Airlines
Sat, Dec 12 - Wed, Dec 30
Delta Logo
6:30 pm - 8:12 pmATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
1h 42mnonstop
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6:00 am - 7:57 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
1h 57mnonstop
$169Delta
Tue, Dec 15 - Tue, Dec 29
Delta Logo
6:30 pm - 8:12 pmATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
1h 42mnonstop
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6:00 am - 7:57 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
1h 57mnonstop
$169Delta
Tue, Dec 22 - Wed, Dec 30
United Airlines Logo
10:02 am - 11:51 amATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
1h 49mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
8:15 am - 10:17 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
2h 02mnonstop
$169United Airlines
Thu, Nov 5 - Sat, Nov 7
United Airlines Logo
9:30 am - 11:23 amATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
1h 53mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
5:35 pm - 7:38 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
2h 03mnonstop
$169United Airlines
Booking Insights

Price, demand and travel trends for Atlanta to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Atlanta to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

Round-trip flights from Atlanta to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport start at $83. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $102 to $269. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $83 on Frontier.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Atlanta to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Atlanta to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport, it is 7% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 29% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Atlanta to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

  • October is the cheapest month to fly from Atlanta to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport at $140 round-trip.
  • March ($259) and July ($245) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 85% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Atlanta to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Atlanta to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport are cheapest 4 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 55% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight from Atlanta to Dulles Intl

 
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Key details for Atlanta to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$56
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 13% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 15% increase in price.
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Your Atlanta to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • How can I get into Washington D.C from Washington Dulles International Airport?

    Dulles Airport is in suburban Virginia, 26 miles from D.C. You have several options to get to D.C. from the Airport. You can take the Washington Flyer Taxicabs; they are outside the Airport's main terminal and operate 24h daily. A ride into D.C. will cost you approximately $60 - $70. Another option is the Silver Line Express Bus; you can purchase a ticket for about $5 inside the Airport at Arrivals Door 4, Luggage claims Level.

  • What hotels are at Hartsfield Jackson Airport?

    Several hotels are within the premise of ATL that provide Wi-Fi, food, day and night bed, work desk, bar, streaming services, and shuttle service to the Airport. The hotels have also adapted facilities for patrons with limited mobility. Some hotels are Minutes Suite, located in Concourse B near Gate B16, and Atlanta Airport Marriott Gateway and Hotel Renaissance, located in College Park; the two are 2min from ATL via ATL SkyTrain.

  • What are transportation means at Hartsfield Jackson Airport?

    You have several options to shift from one point to another at ATL. Passengers can take the airport shuttle service at the A1, A2, or A3, which runs approximately every 15min. The Sky Train at Concourse F operates throughout the day. Or the Plane Train located on Level O, running 24h a day, leaving every 2min, and it's free. To get to the international terminal from the domestic terminal and vice versa or West Parking Deck, Gateway center, and the Rental Car Center.

  • Where are Washington Dulles Airport's Pet/Service Animal Relief areas?

    For passengers traveling with pets or service animal IAD have several designated locations for your pets to use; sites inside the Concourse: across from Gate D1, and adjacent to Gate A32 near the Virgin Atlantic Club. Outside Terminal areas are; near the United Airlines Ticketing Desk Door 16 and the Aero Mexico Ticketing Desk Door 1.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Atlanta to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flights?

    Among airlines operating Atlanta to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flights:

    • Frontier: offers free seat selection
    • Delta: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • United Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • What airlines are available from Atlanta to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    3 airlines operate flights between Atlanta and Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:
    • Delta
    • United Airlines
    • Frontier

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Atlanta to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    Flights from Atlanta to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport usually depart from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and arrive at Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Atlanta to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Frontier: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Delta: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so travelers should check the fare details before booking.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Atlanta to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Atlanta to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Atlanta to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    On this route, nonstop flights are cheaper than layover options on average. Nonstop fares average $173 round-trip, compared to $245 via a layover through Fort Lauderdale (FLL).

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Atlanta to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $35–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Atlanta to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    The Airbus A319 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Delta and United Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A321neo variants.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Atlanta to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Atlanta to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Tampa (TPA) - 60% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 20% of one-stop connections
    • Fort Lauderdale (FLL) - 20% of one-stop connections

    Tampa (TPA) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Atlanta to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    On the Atlanta to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 29%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $162 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $226: a $64 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How are flight departures from Atlanta to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Atlanta to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flights, with 37% of flights leaving in that window. Night departures account for 27%, afternoon flights for 18%, and evening flights for 18%.

  • What popular places can I visit in Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport are Walter E. Washington Convention Center, National Mall and Capital One Arena. These are among the most viewed places in Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport on KAYAK.

  • How long is a flight from Atlanta to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    A nonstop flight from Atlanta to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport takes 1h 49m, covering 533 miles.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Atlanta to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Atlanta to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport:

    • Earliest: departs at 5:30 am and lands at 7:19 am
    • Latest: departs at 10:55 pm and lands at 12:44 am.

    The flight takes about 1h 49m.

  • How expensive are last-minute Atlanta to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 39% above the route average of $174. Book 4 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Atlanta to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • How are flight prices from Atlanta to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Atlanta to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $78, which is 47% below the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Atlanta to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    Flying via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 39m, compared with 7h 12m via Tampa (TPA) and 13h 38m via Fort Lauderdale (FLL).

  • What car rental options are available at Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (IAD)?

    Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (IAD) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $24 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Dollar
    · Budget
    · Hertz
    · Sixt
    · Thrifty

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Atlanta to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Atlanta to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport range from $102 to $269, with an average of $174 over the past 12 months. Anything below $102 counts as a good deal.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Atlanta to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flights?

    Delta is the only airline on the Atlanta to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

Your guide to booking Atlanta to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Saturday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Saturday flights average $162 - about $64 less than Sunday (28% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 4 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 55% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Atlanta to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport trip for October. Fares historically average $140 round-trip in that month - typically $119 less than the most expensive month, which is March (based on the last 12 months).
  • For your flight to Washington D.C from Atlanta, you must arrive at Atlanta Hartsfield Jackson Airport (ATL) approximately 2h before departure. It will provide you time to check in to the Airport, proceed through busy security checkpoints, and get to the gate in time to board your aircraft.
  • If you are flying to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) from ATL, the route includes at least one stop. Dallas, Newark, Detroit, Houston, New York, and Charlotte are the most common layover cities.
  • ALTO, Lyft, and Uber are authorized at IAH to pick up their customers. A dedicated pickup curb for Ride App users is situated on the Airport's ground level outside Luggage Claim, accessible through Doors 6, 4, or 2.
  • The flight to Washington D.C. from Atlanta is long. Kick back and relax on the flight with the streaming on demand, live T.V., or paid Netflix streaming entertainment where you can enjoy movies and T.V. shows. American Airlines, Delta, and United Airlines provide the private entertainment feature. What's more, the airlines also offer snacks, power or USB outlets, 32" seat pitch, and Wi-Fi access at a cost.
  • No worries, IAD got you covered if you are a patron with limited mobility. Special parking is available at Dulles Airport in the following areas. Terminal Lot at the end Rows 2 – 30 and Garage 1 on level 1 at Rows L and N. The two unique parking lots are closest to the Airport's terminal.

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Find which airlines fly direct from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Monday

Delta,Frontier,United Airlines

Delta,Frontier, +1 more

Tuesday

Delta,Frontier,United Airlines

Delta,Frontier, +1 more

Wednesday

Delta,Frontier,United Airlines

Delta,Frontier, +1 more

Thursday

Delta,Frontier,United Airlines

Delta,Frontier, +1 more

Friday

Delta,Frontier,United Airlines

Delta,Frontier, +1 more

Saturday

Delta,Frontier,United Airlines

Delta,Frontier, +1 more

Sunday

Delta,Frontier,United Airlines

Delta,Frontier, +1 more

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Direct returns

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Monday

Delta,Frontier,United Airlines

Delta,Frontier, +1 more

Tuesday

Delta,Frontier,United Airlines

Delta,Frontier, +1 more

Wednesday

Delta,Frontier,United Airlines

Delta,Frontier, +1 more

Thursday

Delta,Frontier,United Airlines

Delta,Frontier, +1 more

Friday

Delta,Frontier,United Airlines

Delta,Frontier, +1 more

Saturday

Delta,Frontier,United Airlines

Delta,Frontier, +1 more

Sunday

Delta,Frontier,United Airlines

Delta,Frontier, +1 more

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