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Cheapest round-trip
$318
Typical prices: $314-$521
Delta
Sun 1/7Wed 1/10
DCA - AEX • 1 stop
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IAD - AEX
Cheapest
DCA - AEX
Most popular
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When to travel
December
Cheapest • 16% price drop
April
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Cheapest • Avg $400 (round-trip)
Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)
Shortest trip • 6h 16m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Washington, D.C. to Alexandria (WAS-AEX)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Alexandria

Thu, Jan 7 - Sun, Jan 10
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6:00 am - 10:52 amDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-AEX Alexandria
5h 52m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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5:00 pm - 10:15 pmAEX  Alexandria-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
4h 15m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$318Delta
Tue, Sep 22 - Tue, Sep 29
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6:59 am - 11:10 amDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-AEX Alexandria
5h 11m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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11:50 am - 5:30 pmAEX  Alexandria-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
4h 40m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$318Delta
Fri, Sep 25 - Sun, Sep 27
United Airlines Logo
12:57 pm - 8:00 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-AEX Alexandria
8h 03m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
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4:05 pm - 10:14 pmAEX  Alexandria-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
5h 09m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$318United Airlines
Fri, Oct 9 - Sun, Oct 11
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12:57 pm - 8:00 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-AEX Alexandria
8h 03m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
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4:05 pm - 10:14 pmAEX  Alexandria-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
5h 09m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$318United Airlines
Thu, Jan 7 - Sun, Jan 10
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 10:52 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-AEX Alexandria
5h 52m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 11:59 amAEX  Alexandria-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
4h 59m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$318Delta
Tue, Sep 22 - Tue, Sep 29
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 11:10 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-AEX Alexandria
6h 10m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:12 am - 2:11 pmAEX  Alexandria-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
6h 59m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$318Delta
Fri, Jan 8 - Mon, Jan 11
United Airlines Logo
12:25 pm - 5:38 pmBWI  Baltimore/Washington-AEX Alexandria
6h 13m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
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5:15 am - 11:20 amAEX  Alexandria-BWI Baltimore/Washington
5h 05m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$318United Airlines
Tue, Sep 22 - Tue, Sep 29
American Airlines Logo
3:12 pm - 10:39 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-AEX Alexandria
8h 27m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Dallas/Fort Worth
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6:00 am - 1:43 pmAEX  Alexandria-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
6h 43m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$431American Airlines
Tue, Nov 24 - Fri, Nov 27
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5:00 am - 10:58 amDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-AEX Alexandria
6h 58m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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6:00 am - 12:44 pmAEX  Alexandria-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
5h 44m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$462American Airlines
Tue, Sep 8 - Sat, Sep 12
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1:23 pm - 10:59 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-AEX Alexandria
10h 36m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Dallas/Fort Worth
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10:56 am - 8:24 pmAEX  Alexandria-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
8h 28m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$478American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Washington, D.C. to Alexandria flights

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

Round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. to Alexandria start at $318. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $314 to $521. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $318 on Delta.

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

There's little price difference between Washington, D.C. to Alexandria routes. They average around $367 round-trip, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

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

  • December is the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. to Alexandria at $308 round-trip.
  • September ($888) and November ($679) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 188% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Washington, D.C. to Alexandria flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$318
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 7% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 11% increase in price.
Flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Alexandria

When to book flights from Washington, D.C. to Alexandria

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Washington, D.C. to Alexandria based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Washington, D.C. to Alexandria flight questions, answered

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

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Washington, D.C. to Alexandria?

    Flights from Washington, D.C. to Alexandria may depart from several airports in Washington, D.C. area, including Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA) and Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD). Flights usually arrive at Alexandria (AEX).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Washington, D.C. to Alexandria?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Washington, D.C. to Alexandria:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Washington, D.C. to Alexandria pass through?

    One-stop flights from Washington, D.C. to Alexandria most commonly connect through:

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 83% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 15% of one-stop connections
    • Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 2% of one-stop connections

    Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Washington, D.C. to Alexandria?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 52% on the Washington, D.C. to Alexandria route. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $318 round-trip on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $661, a difference of $343. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How long is a flight from Washington, D.C. to Alexandria?

    There are currently no nonstop flights available from Washington, D.C. to Alexandria. Flights with 1 layover take between 5h 04m and 6h 43m in total, depending on the connection.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Washington, D.C. to Alexandria?

    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.

  • Have flight prices from Washington, D.C. to Alexandria changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $318 to $1,188. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

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

    Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 04m, compared with 6h 16m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) and 6h 43m via Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH).

  • What is the time difference between Washington, D.C. and Alexandria?

    Alexandria is 1 hour behind Washington, D.C. (Central Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Washington, D.C. to Alexandria flight?

    Round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. to Alexandria range from $314 to $521, with an average of $365 over the past 12 months. Anything below $314 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Washington, D.C. to Alexandria 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 Monday departure instead of Wednesday. On this route, Monday flights average $318 - about $343 less than Wednesday (52% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Washington, D.C. to Alexandria trip for December. Fares historically average $308 round-trip in that month - typically $580 less than the most expensive month, which is September (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Alexandria Airport.
    - Parc England Boutique Hotel

Everything you need to know for your flight from Washington, D.C. to Alexandria

Information on your arrival and departure airports

Alexandria (AEX)