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ATL - IAD • Non-stop
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Cheap Flights to Dulles Intl

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights to Dulles Intl 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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Wed, Jun 3 - Fri, Jun 5
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3:34 pm - 5:27 pm
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7:45 am - 9:52 am
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2h 07mnonstop
$59Frontier
Fri, May 29 - Mon, Jun 1
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9:16 pm - 11:09 pm
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1h 53mnonstop
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11:07 am - 1:15 pm
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$60Frontier
Mon, Jun 1 - Wed, Jun 3
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7:37 pm - 9:54 pm
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$61Frontier
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10:15 pm - 11:26 pm
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$234United Airlines
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$270United Airlines
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$295Alaska Airlines
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SEA
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5h 08mnonstop
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7:00 am - 9:45 am
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$300Delta
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$347Delta
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$406American Airlines
Wed, Oct 21 - Sat, Oct 24
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KAYAK's insights & trends for flights to Dulles Intl

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What is the cheapest flight to Washington Dulles Airport?

These are the best round-trip prices found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.

In the last 3 days, the cheapest flight deal to Washington Dulles Airport was found on the route from Atlanta, at $59 return. The most popular connection is from Los Angeles to Washington Dulles Airport and KAYAK users have found round-trip deals for as low as $270 in the last 3 days.

How much is a flight to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

The average and cheapest price for all round-trip flights to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport from each origin found by users searching on KAYAK in the last month.

A flight to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport costs $482 on average. The cheapest price found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks cost $24 and departed from Ogdensburg. The most popular routes on KAYAK are Atlanta to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport which costs $317 on average, and Orlando to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport, which costs $401 on average.

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What is the cheapest day to fly to Washington, D.C.?

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

Based on KAYAK data, the cheapest day to fly to Washington, D.C. is Friday where round-trip tickets can be as cheap as $489. On the other hand, the most expensive day to fly is Sunday, where round-trip prices are $746 on average.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport, 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 to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport is November, where tickets cost $178 on average for return flights. On the other hand, the most expensive months are March and April, where the average cost of tickets from the United States is $311 and $285 respectively. For one-way flights, the best month to travel is December with an average price of $247.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

The average price for all round-trip flights to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport depending on the time of departure, clicked by users on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

The cheapest time of day to fly to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport is generally in the morning, when round-trip flights cost $425 on average. The most expensive time of day to fly to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport is generally in the evening, which is peak travel time and where the average cost of a ticket is $598.

What is a good deal for flights to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

If you’re looking for cheap airfare to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport, 25% of our users found tickets to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport for the following prices or less: From New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport $218 round-trip, from Jacksonville $271 round-trip, from Los Angeles $359 round-trip.

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Flights to Dulles Intl: the best tips from KAYAK users' own experiences

Insights shared by verified travelers who flew to Dulles Intl 
NesrinFlew with Southwest
DEN
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IAD
Feb 2026
Get a seat in the very front if you can, otherwise, it is a very slow process.
DionFlew with American Airlines
DFW
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IAD
Jan 2026
Make sure you eat a heavy meal before boarding the flight.
SuzetteFlew with Alaska Airlines
SEA
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IAD
May 2025
Take a shower before arriving at airport and don't wear perfume at all! Pack bags tight, so boarding is smooth and quick.
Verified travelerFlew with United Airlines
RIC
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IAD
Jul 2024
Know where your connecting gate. You can use the airline app to bring up a map and it can give you directions and time from landing gate to departure gate.
karenFlew with Alaska Airlines
LAX
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IAD
Jun 2024
Personal tips are bring your own food if you're hungry; keep foot space as open as possible for leg room; pack your patience
PatriciaFlew with United Airlines
PBI
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IAD
Jan 2024
Take DCA instead of IAD to avoid those stupid overpacked people movers

FAQs - booking Washington Dulles Airport flights

  • What type of public transportation options exist at Washington Dulles International Airport for me to use after my flight?

    One of the best ways to get into the heart of Washington D.C. is to take the Silver Line Express Bus. This bus will take you from the terminal building at the airport to a nearby Metrorail Station where you can catch the Silver Line to the heart of Washington D.C. The fare to ride the service is around $5.

  • If I want to get a rideshare car when I arrive at the airport where can I go to meet my ride?

    All of the major rideshare companies operate at this airport and the airport has created dedicated pick-up zones for these rideshare cars. You will find these rideshare pick-up locations by exiting either Door Two, Four, or Six on the ground level just outside of baggage claim. The pickup locations have numbers so it makes it easy to find your rideshare car.

  • If I'm looking for a hotel that is close to the airport are there any hotels that have a location right on the airport property?

    There actually is one hotel choice that has a location right on the airport property just opposite the main terminal building. The Washington Dulles Airport Marriott is just steps from the terminal building and the rooms offer soundproofing to give you a good night's rest while staying close to the airport.

  • Where do I go to get a taxi at the airport and what is the approximate cost of a taxi to get me to downtown Washington D.C.?

    You will find taxi queues outside of the terminal building on the arrivals level. You should expect a trip time of around 50min and the approximate fare for the ride will be around $70.

  • What services does Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) offer for families?

    For travelers voyaging with young children not only do they have access to eight different nursing rooms spread throughout each terminal but there is a space-themed play area, designed with the help of NASA equipped with interactive games. The complimentary play aera can be found in Concourse B and is surrounded by comfortable seating and charging stations for parents nearby.

  • Why should I choose Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) over other Washington DC airports?

    In addition to IAD, there is also Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) and Baltimore Washington International Thurgood Marshal Airport (BWI). Depending on where you’re traveling to, it might be worthwhile to choose one over the other. For example, travelers who want to go to Washington D.C. city center might find it easier to fly into DCA while travelers who are continuing on to Virginia might find IAD a better option, while those who are looking at a final destination in Maryland should look at flights to BWI.

  • What amenities are there for business travelers in Dulles International Airport (IAD)?

    Business travelers might also want to look into the VIP Terminal Facilities at IAD which provides passengers with a personal team at their disposal to handle formalities at IAD and affords the travelers maximum privacy throughout their airport travel. If you are trying to organize a meeting look into the Washington Dulles Airport Marriott which is conveniently present on the airport grounds just a short walk from the main terminal building.

  • What lounges are available to me at the Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)?

    If you’re hoping to relax at an airport lounge IAD has lounges from both United, located next to Gate C7 and D8 and Virgin Atlantic, located next to Gate 32. Both have a variety of membership options and a wide range of amenities from complimentary drink and beverages. There is also a United Services Organization lounge for active and retired military personnel.

  • What is the cheapest flight to Washington Dulles Airport?

    In the last 3 days, the cheapest flight deal to Washington Dulles Airport was found on the route from Atlanta, at $59 return. The most popular connection is from Los Angeles to Washington Dulles Airport and KAYAK users have found round-trip deals for as low as $270 in the last 3 days.

  • How far is Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport from central Washington, D.C.?

    The distance between Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport and downtown Washington, D.C. is 22 miles.

  • How much is a flight to Washington, D.C.?

    On average, a flight to Washington, D.C. costs $482. The cheapest price found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks cost $24 and departed from Ogdensburg Airport.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights to Washington Dulles Airport?

    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 to Washington Dulles Airport.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket to Washington Dulles Airport?

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

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights to Washington Dulles Airport?

    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 Dulles Airport with an airline and back with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight to Washington Dulles Airport?

    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 Dulles Airport up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Top tips for finding cheap flights to Washington Dulles Airport

  • Looking for cheap airfare to Washington Dulles Airport? 25% of our users found round-trip tickets to Washington Dulles Airport for the following prices or less: From Chicago O'Hare Intl $870, from San Diego $893, from Jacksonville $926
  • Enter your preferred departure airport and travel dates into the search form above to unlock the latest Washington Dulles Airport flight deals.
  • If you are having somebody come to meet you to pick you up after your flight to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) they can park in the Terminal Parking structure for around $6 per hour.
  • If you are going to be traveling with a pet it is good to know that there are four different pet relief areas at the airport with two of them having a location outside of the terminal and two locations past security inside the terminal building.
  • One of the best things about traveling to this airport are the number of airline lounges you will find here. Airlines such as British Airways, Etihad Airways, Virgin Atlantic, and United Airlines all offer lounge services here at this airport.
  • If you have just landed at the airport and you have lots of luggage to take with you to your ground transportation of choice the airport offers several locations where there are baggage carts for rent. All of these cart rental locations have a location right next to baggage claim carousels.
  • If you have just gotten off your plane and realize that your electronic device is in need of a quick charge, you'll be happy to know that the airport has charging stations that are free throughout much of the concourse areas as well as at many gate areas. One great spot to get your phone charged up while you eat are the charging stations you will find near the food court around Gate B 73.
  • Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) is unique as it is a major hub for both international and national flights and it is located 40min away from Washington D.C.
  • Arriving at Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) will be much easier if you subscribe to the CLEAR program allowing you to avoid lines throughout the airport. Approved CLEAR applicants simply need to show their boarding passes in order to forgo the IAD’s security lines which are well known for being stringent, helping to make your travel process as quick as possible.
  • If you have rented a car to take you to your destination from the Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) exit you will find the shuttle bus to take you to the car rental offices at either Curb 2C or 2D outside the baggage claim terminal.
  • Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) is home to the Interfaith Chapel which can be found in Concourse A, just in front of Gate A32 and is open 24/7.
  • Smokers will be pleased to know that there is a designated smoking area in most of the main airport concourses in Concourse B (across from Gate B37), Concourse C (across from Gate C2) and Concourse D (across from Gate D30).

Reviews of the top 5 airlines flying to Dulles Intl

 
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For such a long flight, Tampa to Seattle, was shocked to learn that no food was served. Also, there were no TV monitors to be able to watch a movie.

6.0 GoodJan, May 2026
TPA - SEA
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For such a long flight, Tampa to Seattle, was shocked to learn that no food was served. Also, there were no TV monitors to be able to watch a movie.

It departed an hour and a half late because the crew got in late the previous night due to weather related problems. So we got into LA later than anticipated and traffic was much worse.

The staff at the check-in counter was responsive to the long queue and intervened to redirect the traffic: foreigners can't complete check-in without human agents; that is the real line which moves quickly enough. On-boarding and off-boarding were smooth and civilized. Overall the operations were efficient and the experience was pleasant.

Good. I didn’t order food and there was no entertainment available.

Ok, but nothing special. Long flight with no blanket/pillow set.

Flight was delayed by 3 hrs. Forcing missed connection and overnight stay. Terrible.

Comfortable seats, good drinks with lots of water refills, staff was kind and understanding of my disabled mother!

The plane was to narrow. Uncomfortable seats.. Kayak is Awesome!

It is a hassle to not have entertainment screens on the backs of the seats.

Considering my flight to Portland was in a broken chair that I had paid extra for, this one was great. So yeah, wonderful.

Enjoyed it very much. Especially liked the free WiFi that Delta offers.

Smooth flight. Left on time, and got in 15 minutes early. Onboard video was great

For some reason, TSA Atlanta didn’t have my bag on the flight on time and they don’t have to provide Delta a reason for that.

WiFi didn’t work on two of four planes. Flight attendants were not overly friendly or welcoming. Planes were extremely slow to board and deplane.

Delta does a great job with entertainment and free wifi. I can still be in touch with my colleagues while in the air.

Aside from a completely packed plane, I really have no complaints.

Bus to plane was delayed for no apparent reason and our luggage was still on the belt when they shut it off. Took about 20 minutes to turn it back on to get our luggage.

It was a pleasant surprise to have complimentary Wi-Fi on the flight

Much better than Latam, the worse airline company ever. I hope I don't have the need to fly Latam ever in my life again.

Seats in Delta Main are unbelievably close to the seat in front of. Hard to get a backpack under the seat.

We were a little disappointed to not be able to complete check in online without uploading pics of passports. Also we have KTN's and they weren't on our boarding passes when we got to security. Had to trek back to counter to have them fix.

Excellent service in Polaris class IAD to ZRH. Arrived rested and well fed after the overnight flight.

It's a short hop. My carryon was checked at the gate, I didn't have to drag it all over the airport. Excellent wheelchair assist.

Was great in general, try to respect time and excuses when slight changes have been made, appreciated!

Terrific in every way. On time, professional staff, multiple movie options to select, great food and drink.

My bags were misplaced!!! Im in a foreign country with no bags

I liked that it was on time, however, the food was not good.

Offered to check carry on to final destination. This is the most absurd thing in the world. I'm carrying on because I need what is in the carry-on. I'm okay with picking up at next stop but then I will be on much larger plane that can accommodate it. Also, if there is ever a change to your flight. Go to the airport and have the people there fix your ticket. Don't do it over the phone or online with United they screwed us up and ended up with flights for our last leg that took off before our first leg.

United is one airline which regardless of how many separate United tickets in existence, if one flight breaks down, the airline will take care of all the flights.

It was okay, the food was good, but after the landing there was not enough time for luggage and security to catch a connection. It was crowded on board.

The airplane was an old model, the overhead didn’t have enough room for people’s items and made boarding and boarding disappointing and stressful. Crew allowed passengers to bring more than the permitted baggage sizes.

It was great. Smooth flight, comfortable, left on time and landed on time.

Horrible experience upon landing. Probably more due to DCA utter incompetence than AA.

Easy boarding. Rows are smaller but that may be an older and bigger me now :)

Flight has been delayed every time I've ever taken it. Seats uncomfortable. Children behind me yelling the entire flight. Some of this is out of their control but overall just consistently not a great experience.

Poor communication ahead of time about flight delays and old planes/other equipment.

Never going to fly your airline again if it can be avoided.

Not to have gotten delayed by 2+ hours for the fourth straight American flight. They're the worst.

Other than nearly three hour delay for maintenance issues, everything went smooth

Snow delayed boarding several times, which I understand happens. Issue I had was that after we did board, pilot told us we were going to roll out to be de-iced, then on our way. We were de-iced once, taxied to the tarmac and then stopped. Sat for another 30 minutes or so, the another de-icing. Then we rolled out to a parking spot, only to sit for another hour due to a traffic stop in DCA, which I'm confident they knew would happen before we boarded. Pilot gave no updates other than we had to hold, attendants did speak to the crew, but when asked, said the pilot would be updating us. We on the ground in the plane waiting for over 2 hours. They did communicate that bathrooms would be open, but no other news until we left. Would have been better to be up front about status.

The staff at the check in counter was so rude. Made you feel Incompetent

Frontier scheduled a 40 minute connection in DEN. What they failed to mention was that they “close the doors” 20 mins prior to departure, which means you only have 20 mins. Not enough time. Possibly against DOT regulations. Filing complaint.

Flight was scheduled at 9:40pm. Got delayed to 10 am, the next day. crazy

The bag check, flight check-in, and onboard experience convinced my wife and me that we will actively go out of our way to avoid flying Frontier Airlines in the future. At bag check, we were informed that check-in could only be completed via the Frontier mobile app. Unfortunately, the app was extremely frustrating—sending us through repetitive, confusing loops that repeatedly forced us to decline add-on services with nearly every click. While most airline apps upsell, this one felt intentionally exhausting. As the process dragged on, we became genuinely concerned that my phone battery would die before check-in could be completed. We approached the bag check staff—who were standing together talking—and explained both our frustration and our predicament. They laughed. Later, my wife described the interaction as “gaslighting,” which felt accurate. We were then informed it would cost $25 per person simply to have our boarding passes printed. From that point forward, the tone of the experience was consistently hostile. The bag check employees were condescending and combative, behaving more like bullies than customer service staff. Unfortunately, that same attitude continued onboard. One flight attendant argued with me when I attempted to stow my backpack in the overhead bin. I explained that we had each paid $75 to check our bags specifically so we would not need to use carry-on space and could have adequate legroom. She demanded to see my ticket, pointed out that it said “no carry-on”—which I acknowledged—and I reiterated that this was precisely why we paid to check our bags. Her response was, “I don’t make the rules.” She then walked away, but not before asking if I “truly wanted to fly back to Chicago today?”—an unnecessary and unmistakable threat. It is also worth noting that despite booking our tickets together in the same transaction, we were not seated together. Upon our return to Chicago—where we could once again sit together—we compared onboard experiences. We both remarked on how unhappy the flight attendants appeared and how each of us was separately asked whether we would like to purchase a beverage. We declined. At no point was water mentioned as an option, leaving us with the clear impression that even water came at a cost—or that complimentary water, if available at all, was deliberately left unmentioned. Overall, the experience was shocking and deeply disappointing, but it was also a profound learning experience—one we will not forget and will not repeat. -Steve

Plane was hot and miserable and the crew was rude!

12 hour delay required getting on and off plane 3 times - would have at least liked to have been offered a snack or drink

They didn’t offer a water, even after I asked

They switched our terminal 3 times and we were delayed for four plus hours!!!

It was an early flight and most people napped/slept and the crew let us which was nice.

The crew acted like they had never done this and kept barking passive aggressive orders at people. + the security line + the delay + sitting on the tarmac for 2 hours + none of the apps or signage updating with correct times

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