Cheap flights from Washington (WAS) to Atlanta (ATL)

If you live in the D.C. metro area, Atlanta's sprawling metropolis may feel very familiar. This city definitely makes its own mark with landmarks such as the Georgia Aquarium, the CNN Tower and the World of Coke. History also beckons visitors to the Martin Luther King Jr. historic sites and the gold-domed state capitol. You’ll find The High Museum of Art anchors the city's bustling cultural scene, but business visitors also flock to Atlanta.

Key Facts

From the major I-75 corridor, you can easily access most of the city’s downtown sites including Fox Theater, the Carter Presidential Library and the Centennial Olympic Park. I-75 north takes you to Marietta's Cobb Performing Arts Center, while I-75 South offers up the Braves at Turner Stadium.

The excitement of Six Flags and the outdoor adventure of Stone Mountain Park are easily accessed via the I-285 loop. Kids will love Grant Park Zoo and Atlanta's favorite residents, the giant pandas. The downtown Skywheel offers a fun way to look over the city and perhaps catch a glimpse of a TV or movie crew in action.

Hints and Tips

The flight from Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) is just over an hour. The Rental Car Center at ATL is a five minute ride from the main terminal via the SkyTrain.