Orlando from Washington, DC, 14 – 21 Nov: £895 for two, all in
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The verdict
Our verdict
Worth it, because
- Delta nonstop from DCA, 2h 22m, landing at 9:22 AM
- $197 per person, $164 below the typical fare on this route
- Hotel rated 8.8 from 1,364 reviews, near Universal, $113 a night
The catch: Resort fees and a checked bag are not in the total, and the best-value hotel has no free cancellation.
Worth it if you want a week of theme parks in mild weather; skip it if you want a quiet, slow beach vacation.
Worth it for the two of you: $1,187 for the trip, with the flights at $394 plus the hotel at $793, taxes and fees included. Resort fees, a checked bag and spending money are not in that total. It's 7 nights, Nov 14–21, 2026, on a Delta nonstop out of DCA that takes 2h 22m.
The total, before you go
£895 for two · 7 nights · flights, hotel, taxes & fees
| For two | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two, return | £297 |
| B&B HOTEL Orlando International Drive near Universal - Newly Renovated!, 7 nights, two guests, taxes in | £598 |
| The total, before you go | £895 |
| Hold luggage each, return (not in the total) | about £106 |
£124 per person below the typical fare on this route.
Not in it: seat selection on basic fares and hold luggage (about £26 each way per bag on Delta, £106 for two return); a resort fee, if the hotel has one, is collected at the desk. Prices are what we found at the time shown; the booking site’s checkout is the binding one.
The flight
£148 per person, return
£297 for two, taxes and fees included · Delta · nonstop · 2h 22m
Out Sat, Nov 14, 7:00 AM – Sat, Nov 14, 9:22 AM
| Airline | Per person | Stops | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Delta | £148 | nonstop | 2h 22m |
| Southwest | £148 | nonstop | 2h 30m |
| Delta | £148 | nonstop | 2h 23m |
Prices checked 13 Oct 2026, 04:02 GMT-4. Prices change; the binding price is the one on the booking site.
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Why now
At $197 per person, the Delta fare is $164 below the typical fare on this route, or 45% less, and it carries the Lowest in 30 days badge from our checks. We saw fares from $197 to $230 across 12 offers. Mid-November also falls outside the summer stretch of hot, stormy afternoons and the longest park lines. Typical highs run 74–78°F with lows near 60°F, which makes long days on your feet at Universal, Epic Universe or EPCOT comfortable. With the flights at $394 and the hotel at $793, the trip comes to $1,187 for two before spending money. Our budget sketch adds $1,820 for food, tickets and getting around, for $3,007 in all. These were all-in prices when we checked, and they can move.
The kind of trip this is
This is a theme-park week at a steady pace: early starts for rides, afternoons by the pool, evenings for fireworks or dinner on International Drive. It suits a couple or two friends who love roller coasters, Harry Potter and big-park energy, with room for a slower day on the Wekiva River. Seven nights means you don't have to cram every park into a few days.
Weather in Orlando, 14 – 21 Nov
Typical highs 74–78°F, lows near 60°F this time of year
| Day | Typical high | Typical low | Typical weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sat 14 Nov | 78 °F | 62 °F | Drizzle |
| Sun 15 Nov | 77 °F | 62 °F | Clear |
| Mon 16 Nov | 77 °F | 60 °F | Partly cloudy |
| Tue 17 Nov | 74 °F | 60 °F | Overcast |
| Wed 18 Nov | 74 °F | 58 °F | Overcast |
| Thu 19 Nov | 77 °F | 59 °F | Overcast |
| Fri 20 Nov | 75 °F | 60 °F | Overcast |
| Sat 21 Nov | 77 °F | 59 °F | Overcast |
Weather data by Open-Meteo.com · averages, not a forecast
Where to stay in Orlando
All three are in the Universal Orlando area, the pick if you want to be close to Universal Studios, Islands of Adventure and Epic Universe. Our best value is B&B HOTEL Orlando International Drive near Universal - Newly Renovated: $793 for 7 nights ($113 a night), rated 8.8 from 1,364 reviews, in a pool-view room with two queen beds, though it has no free cancellation. Top rated is Universal's Endless Summer Resort - Surfside Inn and Suites at $1,177 ($168 a night), rated 9 from 3,432 reviews, with free cancellation and early park admission in the room we found. On a tighter budget, Wyndham I-Drive Avanti Resort & Conference Center is $756 ($108 a night), rated 7.4 from 11,412 reviews. International Drive nearby has outlet malls and restaurants.
B&B HOTEL Orlando International Drive near Universal - Newly Renovated!
£598 for 7 nights, two guests · £85 a night
See roomsUniversal's Endless Summer Resort - Surfside Inn and Suites
£887 for 7 nights, two guests · £127 a night
See roomsWyndham I-Drive Avanti Resort & Conference Center
£570 for 7 nights, two guests · £81 a night
See roomsAll hotels in Orlando for these dates
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Where in Orlando
- Walt Disney World Resort: On-site hotels with early park entry and free transport.
- Lake Buena Vista: Hotels a short shuttle from Disney with lower rates.
- Universal Orlando area: Walkable to Universal Studios, Islands of Adventure and Epic Universe.
- International Drive: Central strip with outlet malls, restaurants and attractions.
- Kissimmee: Vacation villas with private pools for larger families.
What to do in Orlando
- Ride Hagrid's Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure at Universal
- Give a full day to exploring the Epic Universe park
- Watch the fireworks over Cinderella Castle at Magic Kingdom
- Spend a day eating and wandering through EPCOT's World Showcase
- Take a break from the parks with a kayak or airboat tour on the Wekiva River
Also worth it
- Explore the Epic Universe park
- Spend a day at EPCOT's World Showcase
- Take a kayak or airboat tour on the Wekiva River
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Getting there and around
| Airports in Washington, DC | Ronald Reagan Washington National (DCA), Washington Dulles International (IAD), Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall (BWI) |
|---|---|
| Airports in Orlando | Orlando International (MCO), Orlando Sanford International (SFB) |
| Flight time | 2h 22m nonstop |
| Distance | 772 miles each way |
| Time difference | same time zone |
What 7 nights in Orlando costs
| Estimate | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two | £297 |
| Hotel, 7 nights (B&B HOTEL Orlando International Drive near Universal - Newly Renovated!) | £598 |
| Food, getting around and tickets, 7 days for two | £1,372 |
| Total for two | £2,267 |
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: Washington, DC to Orlando
| Per person | |
|---|---|
| This trip | £148 per person |
| Lowest in the last 30 days | £148 (13 Oct 2026) |
| Typical price, last 60 days | £272 |
| Price checks | 28 |
Good to know
- Passport: no passport needed for travellers from the United States: a government photo ID is enough for Orlando.
- Currency: US dollar (USD).
- No passport needed, the currency is the US dollar and there's no time difference from Washington, DC.
- The flight covers 772 miles in 2h 22m, leaving DCA at 7:00 AM and landing at MCO at 9:22 AM.
- All three hotels are room only, so meals aren't included.
- Only Universal's Endless Summer Resort - Surfside Inn and Suites offers free cancellation of the three.
- Orlando has two airports, Orlando International (MCO) and Orlando Sanford International (SFB); this fare lands at MCO.
Questions readers ask
Is it worth it?
Yes, for a couple or friends who want the parks. You get a 2h 22m nonstop, a fare 45% under the typical fare on this route, and a hotel rated 8.8 near Universal. The catch is resort fees and a checked bag on top.
How much is the whole trip for two?
$1,187 all in, taxes and fees included: $394 for two round-trip Delta fares plus $793 for 7 nights at the best-value hotel. Park tickets, food, resort fees and a checked bag are extra. Our budget sketch puts spending at $1,820, for $3,007 in total.
Do I need a passport?
No. It's a domestic trip, the currency is the US dollar and Orlando is on the same clock as Washington, DC.
What is the weather like?
Based on normals for these dates, highs run 74–78°F with lows near 60°F. Expect a mix of clear, partly cloudy and overcast days, with drizzle possible on Nov 14.
Are there other flight times?
Yes. We also found a Southwest nonstop at 12:55 PM and a Delta nonstop at 2:55 PM, both at the same $197 per person.
Is 7 nights enough?
It's plenty for Universal, Epic Universe and a Disney day or two, with a slower day left over for the Wekiva River or the pool.
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