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Cheapest round-trip
$338
Typical prices: $308-$480
Delta
Sat 12/29Tue 1/2
DCA - AEX • 1 stop
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IAD - AEX
Cheapest • 7% average savings
DCA - AEX
Most popular
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January
Cheapest • 15% price drop
December
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Cheapest • Avg $400 (round-trip)
Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH)
Shortest trip • 6h 10m (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

Tue, Dec 29 - Sat, Jan 2
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10:15 am - 4:13 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-AEX Alexandria
6h 58m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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4:58 pm - 11:28 pmAEX  Alexandria-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
5h 30m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$338Delta
Tue, Dec 29 - Sat, Jan 2
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4:28 pm - 8:44 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-AEX Alexandria
5h 16m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:05 am - 11:33 amAEX  Alexandria-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
4h 28m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$338Delta
Fri, Dec 11 - Mon, Dec 14
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5:00 pm - 9:47 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-AEX Alexandria
5h 47m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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5:25 pm - 12:41 amAEX  Alexandria-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
6h 16m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$338Delta
Thu, Dec 31 - Thu, Jan 7
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8:27 am - 3:25 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-AEX Alexandria
7h 58m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
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9:15 am - 4:11 pmAEX  Alexandria-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
5h 56m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$353United Airlines
Thu, Nov 19 - Sat, Nov 21
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8:34 am - 3:31 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-AEX Alexandria
7h 57m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
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4:06 pm - 12:37 amAEX  Alexandria-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
7h 31m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$363United Airlines
Thu, Nov 19 - Sun, Nov 22
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 11:08 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-AEX Alexandria
6h 08m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:05 am - 1:54 pmAEX  Alexandria-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
6h 49m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$363Delta
Wed, Nov 18 - Sun, Nov 22
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11:55 am - 4:52 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-AEX Alexandria
5h 57m1 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
$388American Airlines
Sat, Nov 14 - Wed, Nov 18
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2:38 pm - 8:07 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-AEX Alexandria
6h 29m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
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4:06 pm - 12:37 amAEX  Alexandria-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
7h 31m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$388United Airlines
Tue, Dec 22 - Fri, Dec 25
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9:31 am - 5:04 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-AEX Alexandria
8h 33m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Dallas/Fort Worth
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11:30 am - 6:47 pmAEX  Alexandria-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
6h 17m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$461American Airlines
Sat, Nov 14 - Wed, Nov 18
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3:17 pm - 10:57 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-AEX Alexandria
8h 40m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Dallas/Fort Worth
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5:22 pm - 11:59 pmAEX  Alexandria-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
5h 37m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$463American 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 typically range from $308 to $480. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $338, on Delta.

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

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (IAD) to Alexandria (AEX) is the cheapest Washington, D.C. to Alexandria route, averaging $333 round-trip. Other Washington, D.C. to Alexandria routes average $383, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

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

•January and August are the cheapest months to fly from Washington, D.C. to Alexandria at $318 round-trip.
•November ($708) and September ($584) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 122% 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

September

Cheapest flight

$338
Beat the crowds with an average 49% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 38% increase in travelers.
Round-trip 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 answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

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

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Washington, D.C. to Alexandria.

  • 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 07m and 6h 16m 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.

  • 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 $308 to $480, with an average of $376 over the past 12 months. Anything below $308 counts as a good deal.

  • 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 $338 to $1,259. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

  • 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).

  • 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) - 79% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 17% of one-stop connections
    • Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 5% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 59% on flights from Washington, D.C. to Alexandria. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $318 round-trip on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $772, a difference of $454.

    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 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 07m, compared with 6h 10m via Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) and 6h 16m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

  • 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.

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 are flexible, aim for a Monday departure and avoid flying on Wednesday. On this route, Monday flights average $318, about $454 less than Wednesday fares (59% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Washington, D.C. to Alexandria trip for January. Fares historically average $318 round-trip in that month - typically $390 less than the most expensive month, which is November (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

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