Flying from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL) to Washington Dulles Airport (IAD): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 45 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport to Washington Dulles Airport.
Atlanta and Washington DC are in the same timezone, UTC-5.
Flights from ATL to IAD start at 05:30 — the earliest with United Airlines. The latest departure is at 22:55 with Delta Air Lines. Overall, you can choose from 78 weekly Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport to Washington Dulles Airport flights.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your ATL to IAD flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
You'll find a variety of airlines offering direct flights from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport to Washington Dulles Airport. When you're ready to kick off your Washington DC holiday, let one of these carriers take you to this exciting corner of the United States:
Most passengers choose to travel with Delta on this route.
The most punctual carrier offering ATL to IAD flights is United. Its services arrive as scheduled 79.33% of the time.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport to Washington Dulles Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here are some options between ATL and IAD:
Knoxville Airport
Greenville-Spartanburg Airport
Piedmont Triad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL) to Washington Dulles Airport (IAD)
Right now, R 638 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport to Washington Dulles Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 638. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Get cheap tickets from ATL to IAD by booking at least two months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
July is the cheapest month for flights from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport to Washington Dulles Airport. If you'd like to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from ATL to IAD.
Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport to Washington Dulles Airport.
Handy information about Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL)
The address for ATL is 6000 N Terminal Parkway.
Of all flights departing from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport, 77% land on schedule at their destination.
Central Atlanta to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport is around 16 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.
You can expect a journey time of about 20 minutes when using public transport.
Searching for a convenient hotel near ATL? If you're boarding an early flight from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport to Washington Dulles Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Washington Dulles Airport (IAD)
If you're landing on a late Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport to Washington Dulles Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed shortly after at one of these hotels near IAD:
Travel at your own speed with a Washington Dulles Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Sixt and find adventure across Washington DC and beyond.
Booking your ride from Washington Dulles Airport around one week ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Washington Dulles Airport (IAD) to central Washington DC
You'll find IAD at 1 Saarinen Circle.
From Washington Dulles Airport, Washington DC is approximately 40 kilometres away. It takes around 45 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting there by public transport will take you around 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to Washington Dulles Airport (IAD)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport to Washington Dulles Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Washington DC. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
When booking your flight from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport to Washington Dulles Airport, consider the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Washington DC, with the temperature ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF). Search for cheap tickets from ATL to IAD sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of the United States
New York is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Washington DC. Around 322 kilometres away to the north-east, popular attractions include Central Park, Statue of Liberty and Metropolitan Museum of Art.
Philadelphia is another essential stop in the United States and is around 193 kilometres north-east of Washington DC. No journey is complete without dropping by Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
