Orlando from Washington, DC, 28 Nov – 5 Dec: £859 for two, all in
The verdict
Our verdict
Worth it, because
- Nonstop on Southwest, 2h 30m
- £79 per person below the typical fare on this route
- Rosen Inn Lake Buena Vista, rated 8.1 by 8,422 guests
The catch: Seat selection on basic fares and hold luggage (about £106 for two, return) are extra; everything else is in the total.
Worth it with kids who are up for long days; skip it if you want quiet.
Orlando is 7 nights from Washington, DC, 28 Nov – 5 Dec 2026. The cheapest round trip we found is £191 per person (Southwest, nonstop, 2h 30m), 29% below the typical £270 on this route. Hotels start at £61 a night; Typical highs 68–75°F, lows near 55°F this time of year.
The total, before you go
£859 for two · 7 nights · flights, hotel, taxes, fees & the resort fee
| For two | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two, return | £382 |
| Rosen Inn Lake Buena Vista, 7 nights, two guests, taxes in | £430 |
| Resort fee, collected at the desk | £48 |
| The total, before you go | £859 |
| Hold luggage each, return (not in the total) | about £106 |
£79 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 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
£191 per person, return
£382 for two, taxes and fees included · Southwest · nonstop · 2h 30m
Out Sat, Nov 28, 6:10 AM – Sat, Nov 28, 8:40 AM
| Airline | Per person | Stops | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southwest | £191 | nonstop | 2h 30m |
| JetBlue | £191 | nonstop | 2h 25m |
| American | £191 | nonstop | 2h 33m |
Prices checked 26 Oct 2026, 04:04 GMT-4. Prices change; the binding price is the one on the booking site.
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Why Orlando
Why we picked it: Orlando is the best value we priced for a week away: $253 round trip, nonstop, 29% under the typical price.
Orlando is the theme-park capital, home to Walt Disney World, Universal Orlando and SeaWorld, with villa rentals and outlet shopping for families.
Weather in Orlando, 28 Nov – 5 Dec
Typical highs 68–75°F, lows near 55°F this time of year
| Day | Typical high | Typical low | Typical weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sat 28 Nov | 68 °F | 52 °F | Overcast |
| Sun 29 Nov | 71 °F | 51 °F | Overcast |
| Mon 30 Nov | 73 °F | 54 °F | Clear |
| Tue 1 Dec | 74 °F | 55 °F | Overcast |
| Wed 2 Dec | 75 °F | 59 °F | Drizzle |
| Thu 3 Dec | 74 °F | 57 °F | Overcast |
| Fri 4 Dec | 74 °F | 54 °F | Overcast |
| Sat 5 Dec | 75 °F | 56 °F | Overcast |
Weather data by Open-Meteo.com · averages, not a forecast
Where to stay in Orlando
Rosen Inn Lake Buena Vista
£430 for 7 nights, two guests · £61 a night
See roomsMarriott's Grande Vista
£672 for 7 nights, two guests · £96 a night
See roomsRosen Inn at Pointe Orlando
£469 for 7 nights, two guests · £67 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
Signature experiences
- Watch the fireworks over Cinderella Castle at Magic Kingdom
- Ride Hagrid's Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure at Universal
- 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 30m nonstop |
| Distance | 772 miles each way |
| Time difference | same time zone |
What 7 nights in Orlando costs
| Estimate | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two | £382 |
| Hotel, 7 nights (Rosen Inn Lake Buena Vista) | £430 |
| Food, getting around and tickets, 7 days for two | £1,373 |
| Total for two | £2,185 |
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 | £191 per person |
| Lowest in the last 30 days | £146 (17 Oct 2026) |
| Typical price, last 60 days | £270 |
| Price checks | 146 |
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).
Questions readers ask
How much does 7 nights in Orlando from Washington, DC cost?
About £2,185 for two: £382 in flights, £430 for the hotel and £1,373 for food, getting around and tickets.
What is the weather like in Orlando 28 Nov – 5 Dec?
Typical highs 68–75°F, lows near 55°F this time of year
Do I need a passport for Orlando?
No. No passport needed for travellers from the United States: a government photo ID is enough for Orlando.
How long is the flight from Washington, DC to Orlando?
2h 30m nonstop on Southwest, on the fare we found.
Is £191 a good price for Washington, DC to Orlando?
It is 29% below the typical £270 per person we see on this route, which is why it made the list.
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