Washington, D.C. from Fort Lauderdale, 23 – 25 Oct: £945 for two, all in
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The verdict
Our verdict
Worth it, because
- Southwest nonstop, 2h 30m, lands at Reagan National at 3:00 PM
- citizenM Washington DC Capitol scores 8.6 from 3,530 reviews
- Highs of 59–74°F and low rain chances most of the weekend
The catch: A checked bag is about $140 for two and isn't in the total, and the citizenM Washington DC Capitol rate has no free cancellation.
Worth it if you want monuments, museums and long walks in mild weather; skip it if you're after a beach or a pool.
Worth it for the two of you: $1,254 for two, all in. That covers Southwest flights at $710, 2 nights at citizenM Washington DC Capitol at $478 and $66 in fees paid at the hotel, with taxes included. You go Friday to Sunday, Oct 23–25, 2026, on a nonstop that leaves Fort Lauderdale at 12:30 PM and lands at Reagan National at 3:00 PM, and checked bags and spending money aren't in that total.
The total, before you go
£945 for two · 2 nights · flights, hotel, taxes, fees & the resort fee
| For two | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two, return | £535 |
| citizenM Washington DC Capitol, 2 nights, two guests, taxes in | £360 |
| Resort fee, collected at the desk | £50 |
| The total, before you go | £945 |
| Hold luggage each, return (not in the total) | about £106 |
£52 per person below the highest fare we saw for these dates.
Not in it: seat selection on basic fares and hold luggage (about £26 each way per bag on Southwest, £106 for two return); the resort fee is counted above. Prices are what we found at the time shown; the booking site’s checkout is the binding one.
The flight
£268 per person, return
£535 for two, taxes and fees included · Southwest · nonstop · 2h 30m
Out Fri, Oct 23, 12:30 PM – Fri, Oct 23, 3:00 PM
| Airline | Per person | Stops | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southwest | £268 | nonstop | 2h 30m |
| American | £268 | 1 stop | 4h 55m |
| American | £268 | 1 stop | 6h 17m |
Prices checked 14 Oct 2026, 16:57 GMT-4. Prices change; the binding price is the one on the booking site.
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Why now
Southwest has the nonstop at $355 per person, which is $69 below the highest fare we saw for these dates, a 16% gap across the 12 offers we checked. Add 2 nights at citizenM Washington DC Capitol plus its $66 in property fees, and the weekend comes to $1,254 for two, all in. The forecast looks like good walking weather. Friday brings drizzle and a high of 59°F, Saturday is overcast at 71°F with a 7% rain chance, and Sunday reaches 74°F with a 25% chance of drizzle. That works well for a weekend on the National Mall and in the free Smithsonian museums, and you won't need a passport or deal with a time change. These were the all-in prices when we checked, and they can change before you book.
The kind of trip this is
A city weekend built on history and culture: monuments, free museums and a growing food scene, all linked by an easy Metro. It suits a couple or two friends who like to walk all day and eat well at night. The pace is full but flexible. Friday afternoon is for settling in after a 3:00 PM landing, and Saturday is the big day.
Weather in Washington, D.C., 23 – 25 Oct
Highs 59–74°F, little rain expected
| Day | High | Low | Rain chance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fri 23 Oct | 59 °F | 56 °F | 8% |
| Sat 24 Oct | 71 °F | 58 °F | 7% |
| Sun 25 Oct | 74 °F | 63 °F | 25% |
Where to stay in Washington, D.C.
Our pick is citizenM Washington DC Capitol in Southwest. It's the best value at $478 for 2 nights ($239 a night) and scores 8.6 from 3,530 reviews. It's room only, the rate has no free cancellation, and its $66 in property fees is already in our total. For the top score, State Plaza Hotel in Northwest costs $659 for the stay ($330 a night) and is rated 8.7 from 3,948 reviews, with free cancellation and $91 in property fees. On a tighter budget, Wyndham Garden Washington DC North costs $373 ($187 a night) and is rated 7.4 from 3,394 reviews, with breakfast, free cancellation and $43 in property fees. Downtown / Penn Quarter lets you walk to the National Mall, the museums and the White House. Arlington, VA has lower rates one Metro stop from the monuments.
citizenM Washington DC Capitol
£360 for 2 nights, two guests · £180 a night
See roomsState Plaza Hotel
£497 for 2 nights, two guests · £249 a night
See roomsWyndham Garden Washington DC North
£281 for 2 nights, two guests · £141 a night
See roomsAll hotels in Washington, D.C. for these dates
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Where in Washington, D.C.
- Downtown / Penn Quarter: Walk to the National Mall, museums and the White House.
- Dupont Circle: Embassy-row townhouses, cafes and quick Metro links.
- Georgetown: Cobbled streets, canal walks and upscale shopping.
- Capitol Hill / Navy Yard: Near the Capitol, Eastern Market and the ballpark.
- Arlington, VA: Lower rates one Metro stop from the monuments.
What to do in Washington, D.C.
- Walk the National Mall from the Capitol to the Lincoln Memorial on overcast, 71°F Saturday
- Spend drizzly Friday afternoon at the National Air and Space Museum and the Natural History Museum
- Tour the Capitol and the Library of Congress
- Pay respects at Arlington National Cemetery
- Dine along the Wharf on the Southwest waterfront on Saturday night
Also worth it
- Visit the National Air and Space Museum and the Natural History Museum
- See the cherry blossoms around the Tidal Basin
Tours and tickets in Washington, D.C.
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Getting there and around
| Airports in Fort Lauderdale | Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International (FLL) |
|---|---|
| Airports in Washington, D.C. | Reagan Washington National (DCA), Washington Dulles International (IAD), Baltimore/Washington International (BWI) |
| Flight time | 2h 30m nonstop |
| Distance | 901 miles each way |
| Time difference | same time zone |
What 2 nights in Washington, D.C. costs
| Estimate | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two | £535 |
| Hotel, 2 nights (citizenM Washington DC Capitol) | £360 |
| Food, getting around and tickets, 2 days for two | £392 |
| Total for two | £1,287 |
Flights and hotel are the prices we found; spending is a planning estimate for an upscale destination, per person per day times two.
Price history: Fort Lauderdale to Washington, D.C.
| Per person | |
|---|---|
| This trip | £268 per person |
| Lowest in the last 30 days | £268 (14 Oct 2026) |
| Price checks | 2 |
Good to know
- Passport: no passport needed for travellers from the United States: a government photo ID is enough for Washington, D.C..
- Currency: US dollar (USD).
- No passport needed, prices are in US dollars, and there's no time difference from Fort Lauderdale
- The flight is 901 miles, 2h 30m nonstop, from FLL to Reagan Washington National (DCA)
- The $1,254 total includes taxes and fees; a checked bag is about $140 for two and isn't in it
- State Plaza Hotel and Wyndham Garden Washington DC North offer free cancellation; citizenM Washington DC Capitol does not
- For spending money we budget $520 for two for the weekend, which is $130 per person per day
Questions readers ask
Is it worth it?
Yes, for a city weekend. You get a 2h 30m Southwest nonstop, a hotel rated 8.6 from 3,530 reviews and a fare $69 below the highest one we saw for these dates. Keep in mind that bags run about $140 for two and the citizenM rate has no free cancellation.
How much is the whole trip for two?
$1,254 for two, all in. That's $710 for flights, $478 for 2 nights at citizenM Washington DC Capitol and $66 in property fees. Checked bags (about $140 for two) and spending money aren't included. We budget $520 for two for the weekend.
What is the weather like?
Friday has drizzle and a high of 59°F with an 8% rain chance. Saturday is overcast at 71°F with a 7% chance. Sunday reaches 74°F with a 25% chance of drizzle. Bring a light layer and a compact umbrella.
Is 2 nights enough?
It's enough for the National Mall, a couple of Smithsonian museums and dinner at the Wharf. You land at 3:00 PM on Friday, so Saturday is your full day. If you also want the Capitol tour and Arlington National Cemetery, plan on a busy schedule.
Which airport do we fly into?
The Southwest nonstop goes from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International (FLL) to Reagan Washington National (DCA). It leaves at 12:30 PM and lands at 3:00 PM on Friday, Oct 23.
Do I need a passport?
No. It's a domestic trip, prices are in US dollars, and Washington is on the same time as Fort Lauderdale.
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