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Cheapest round-trip
$75
Typical prices: $89-$219
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ATL - BWI • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$49
Typical prices: $88-$197
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Wed 8/26
ATL - BWI • Non-stop
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Cheap Flights from Atlanta to Washington, D.C. (ATL-WAS)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Atlanta to Washington, D.C. that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Atlanta to Washington, D.C.

Wed, Sep 2 - Wed, Sep 2
Frontier Logo
3:41 pm - 5:43 pmATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-BWI Baltimore/Washington
2h 02mnonstop
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9:32 pm - 11:44 pmBWI  Baltimore/Washington-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
2h 12mnonstop
$75Frontier
Sat, Sep 5 - Sun, Sep 6
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5:30 am - 7:26 amATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-BWI Baltimore/Washington
1h 56mnonstop
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6:45 am - 9:10 amBWI  Baltimore/Washington-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
2h 25mnonstop
$79Frontier
Sun, Aug 30 - Fri, Sep 11
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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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6:46 pm - 11:14 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
16h 28m2 stops Blountville Tri Cities TN/VA Orlando
$118Multiple Airlines
Thu, Aug 27 - Mon, Aug 31
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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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12:00 pm - 7:10 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
19h 10m2 stops Blountville Tri Cities TN/VA Orlando
$123Multiple Airlines
Wed, Nov 18 - Sun, Nov 22
Delta Logo
9:15 am - 11:04 amATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-BWI Baltimore/Washington
1h 49mnonstop
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7:52 pm - 10:00 pmBWI  Baltimore/Washington-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
2h 08mnonstop
$167Delta
Mon, Nov 23 - Tue, Dec 1
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5:00 pm - 6:47 pmATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-BWI Baltimore/Washington
1h 47mnonstop
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8:10 am - 10:18 amBWI  Baltimore/Washington-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
2h 08mnonstop
$167Delta
Fri, Sep 4 - Tue, Sep 8
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4:35 pm - 6:25 pmATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-BWI Baltimore/Washington
1h 50mnonstop
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2:50 pm - 4:45 pmBWI  Baltimore/Washington-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
1h 55mnonstop
$167Southwest
Sat, Sep 5 - Sun, Sep 6
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4:53 pm - 7:00 pmATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
2h 07mnonstop
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8:00 pm - 10:03 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
2h 03mnonstop
$168American Airlines
Sat, Sep 5 - Fri, Sep 11
Southwest Logo
2:50 pm - 4:35 pmATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
1h 45mnonstop
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1:00 pm - 2:50 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
1h 50mnonstop
$169Southwest
Sat, Sep 5 - Fri, Sep 11
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4:53 pm - 7:00 pmATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
2h 07mnonstop
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6:23 am - 8:24 amDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
2h 01mnonstop
$169American Airlines
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Atlanta to Washington, D.C. flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Atlanta to Washington, D.C. to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

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

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Atlanta to Washington, D.C. departing in September.

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.

Flights to Washington, D.C. from Atlanta usually cost between $103 and $211 in September.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $75 on Frontier (Sep 2-Sep 2).

What is the cheapest Atlanta to Washington, D.C. flight route?

Data is based on round-trip flight searches on KAYAK over the past month.

The cheapest return flight from Atlanta to Washington, D.C. costs $58 on the route between Atlanta (ATL) and Baltimore (BWI). Over the past month, this route was, on average, 43% cheaper than other Atlanta-Washington, D.C. routes. It is also the most popular route.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Atlanta to Washington, D.C.?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Atlanta to Washington, D.C. clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

For Atlanta to Washington, D.C., Thursday is the cheapest day to fly on average and Tuesday is the most expensive. Flying from Washington, D.C. back to Atlanta, the best deals are generally found on Friday, with Monday being the most expensive.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Atlanta to Washington, D.C., removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Atlanta to Washington, D.C. is February, where tickets cost $186 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are March and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $288 and $277 respectively.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Atlanta to Washington, D.C., removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Atlanta to Washington, D.C., you should book around 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 24% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 10 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from Atlanta to Washington, D.C.

 
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KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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January

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Most popular time to fly and prices are also 16% lower on average.
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Flights from Atlanta to Washington, D.C.: the best tips from KAYAK users' own experiences

Insights shared by verified travelers who flew the route from Atlanta to Washington, D.C. 
GailFlew with American Airlines-Feb 2026
American to DCA is great because they arrive and depart from Terminal T which is the closest terminal to the airport entrance/exit. No need to hike/take the train to one of the other terminals where Delta, the most prevalent airline at ATL has flights.
LaToyaFlew with American Airlines-Feb 2026
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FAQs for booking flights from Atlanta to Washington, D.C.

  • What are the parking options at Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)?

    There are various parking options available at the Atlanta International Airport, known as the Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL). The short-term parking gets priced at around $4 for the first 6h, and after that, it costs around $36 a day. The daily parking charges are about $3 per hour and around $19 daily—economy parking charges around $3 per hour and approximately $19 per day. International parking costs around $3 per hour and roughly $36 per day for anyone who wishes to park within the airport.

  • Where are the pet relief areas at Hartsfield Atlanta Airport?

    ATL has designated pet relief areas in each concourse, conveniently located near Gates T7, A10, C19, E14, B33, F7, and the D-Midpoint. These areas allow pets to walk around and relieve themselves before flights to Washington D.C. There is also a large dog park available in the Domestic Terminal.

  • Where can I find nursing rooms at Reagan National Airport (DCA)?

    There is a nursing room in Terminal 1 before the security checkpoint, while Terminal 2 has a room between Gates B10-B22. At the same time, another is found between Gates V23 and C34. You will also find two other rooms between Gates E59 and E46.

  • Where can I find a peaceful place to spend some time before flying out of Atlanta?

    The interfaith chapel is available for use if you need a quiet spot to relax before departing from ATL. The domestic terminal chapel is situated in the atrium, landside, and third floor, and provides Catholic, Christian, and Muslim services.

  • What are the lounges in Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)?

    Delta Airlines is a primary carrier at the airport. The facility has multiple locations where the company's Sky Club can get found. In the A Concourse, there are two areas: one on the second level and one near Gate A17. Also, in Concourse B, there is one area near Gate B18 and the other in Concourse C, another near Gate C37. In the D Concourse, there are two lounges: one near Gate D27 and another near Gate D12. Concourse F, T, and E also have the Delta Sky Club Lounges.

  • Can I rent a car at Ronald Reagan Washington Airport (DCA)?

    Yes. Travelers will find rental car facilities at the Terminal Parking Garage A. The on-site rental companies you find include Alamo, Avis, Dollar, Enterprise, National, Thrifty, and Zip Car. If you're renting from Advantage or EZ Rent, they are located offsite, but you can catch a free "Parking/Rental Car" shuttle from outside the baggage claim area at each terminal to reach them.

  • Is there a hotel near the Baltimore Airport (BWI)?

    The Holiday Inn Baltimore BWI Airport and the Hilton Baltimore BWI Airport are the most convenient hotels to spend the night in case of an early flight from the airport. The hotels are located 1.6 miles and 1.7 miles from the airport.

  • Can I take a train from Baltimore Airport (BWI) to Washington?

    Yes. The MTA MARC Train provides service from BWI Marshall Rail Station to Washington's Union Station. There are shuttle services available from BWI to the MARC rail station for convenient transportation. Another option is to take the Light Rail Service from BWI Marshall Airport.

  • What are the public transportation options from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)?

    The Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA) offers the Silver Line Express Bus, which provides transportation between the Dulles Airport Terminal and the Wiehle-Reston East metro station on the Silver Line. From this station, travelers can then take the metro directly into Washington, DC. Additionally, the Fairfax Connector Bus 981 and the Loudoun County Transit Bus 950 provide service between the airport and surrounding communities.

  • Are there accessibility features at Washington Dulles International Airport?

    Yes. IAD provides wheelchair services for passengers who require them. The airport also has elevators available in both the terminal and at the metro station for easy accessibility. The airport also offers services for travelers with hearing and visual impairment, including accessible parking, shuttle services, and TTY phone services.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Atlanta to Washington, D.C.?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Atlanta to Washington, D.C. was $49 for a one-way ticket and $75 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Atlanta and Washington, D.C.?

    Even though you are not required to have a passport, keep in mind that an official ID is needed to board the airplane.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Atlanta to Washington, D.C.?

    When flying out of Atlanta you will be using Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson. You will be landing at one of these airports: Washington, D.C. Reagan-National or Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Atlanta to Washington, D.C.?

    Delta, American Airlines, and JetBlue offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Atlanta to Washington, D.C. flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Atlanta to Washington, D.C.?

    The Airbus A321neo is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Atlanta to Washington, D.C. flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Atlanta to Washington, D.C.?

    Star Alliance, oneworld, and SkyTeam are the airline alliances operating flights between Atlanta and Washington, D.C., with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Atlanta to Washington, D.C.?

    There are nonstop flights from Atlanta to Washington, D.C. on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Atlanta to Washington, D.C., Southwest or Delta?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Atlanta to Washington, D.C. are Southwest and Delta. With an average price for the route of $252 and an overall rating of 8.0, Southwest is the most popular choice. Delta is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $281 and an overall rating of 7.8.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Atlanta to Washington, D.C.?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Atlanta to Washington, D.C..

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Atlanta to Washington, D.C.?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Washington, D.C. from Atlanta is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Atlanta to Washington, D.C.?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Washington, D.C. with an airline and back to Atlanta with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Atlanta to Washington, D.C.?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Washington, D.C. from Atlanta up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Atlanta to Washington, D.C.

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $143 or less one-way and $187 or less round-trip.
  • There are three airports in the Washington DC region. They include the Ronald Reagan Washington Airport (DCA), Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD), and Baltimore International Airport (BWI). However, Dulles International Airport is the main airport in the city. The Reagan Washington Airport (DCA) is the closest airport to downtown Washington for it is only 4 miles away. In contrast, Dulles International (IAD) is 22.6 miles away, and the Baltimore International airport (BWI) is 28 miles away.
  • Environmentally conscious travelers will be glad to know that there are sustainable airlines that offer flights between Atlanta and Washington D.C. Few of the options are Delta, Alaska Airlines, and United Airlines. However, it's worth noting that there may not be direct flights between Atlanta and Washington D.C. on Alaska and United Airlines, and you may need to take connecting flights.
  • The Dallas International Airport (IAD) features a single central terminal and two adjacent airside concourses. The pedestrian walkway and the aerotrain help ease the way for people moving about the concourses. However, many international passengers don't use the train because they must clear customs first.
  • If you find that you need to make any clarifications for your flight from Atlanta to Washington D.C., you can head to the Atrium NW in ATL where you will find an Information Desk that is always open. Furthermore, guest service representatives are stationed all through the airport to aid travelers with their queries and concerns.
  • There is a couple of pet relief area in Reagan Airport (DCA). One is located past the security next to the North Metrorail Station Entrance, while another is in the south Metrorail station entrance. Terminal, the north end, and the south end of Terminal A also have pet relief areas before the security checkpoint.
  • Baggage carts are provided for a fee at Hartsfield Atlanta Airport. You can find them at multiple locations, including Atrium SW, Atrium NE, T North, and South Terminal. These carts can be used to carry luggage through any space in the airport.
  • The MARTA trains are the best way to get to Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL) from downtown. It will take around 15min to travel to the airport, and it will cost you about $3 for the train. However, if you prefer to use a taxi, you can expect to pay around $35 for the trip, which will take you 20min to complete in regular traffic.
  • Their children's play area in the Baltimore International Airport (BWI) is located upstairs in the main terminal inside the observation deck. There is also the Totsville Indoor playground in Concourse D.

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Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson to Washington, D.C.

Monday

American Airlines,Delta,Frontier, +2 more

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

American Airlines,Delta,Frontier, +2 more

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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Direct returns

Washington, D.C. to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Monday

American Airlines,Delta,Frontier, +2 more

American Airlines,Delta, +3 more

Tuesday

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American Airlines,Delta, +3 more

Wednesday

American Airlines,Delta,Frontier, +2 more

American Airlines,Delta, +3 more

Thursday

American Airlines,Delta,Frontier, +2 more

American Airlines,Delta, +3 more

Friday

American Airlines,Delta,Frontier, +2 more

American Airlines,Delta, +3 more

Saturday

American Airlines,Delta,Frontier, +2 more

American Airlines,Delta, +3 more

Sunday

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