Washington, D.C. from Albany, Oct 30–Nov 1: $1,032 for two, all in
The verdict
Our verdict
Worth it, because
- 1h 35m nonstop from Albany to Reagan Washington National
- $349 per person, $378 below the typical fare on this route
- citizenM Washington DC Georgetown: 9 from 276 reviews, free cancellation
The catch: The lowest nonstop leaves Albany at 5:05 AM, and a checked bag is about $160 for two, which isn't in the total.
Worth it if you want museums, monuments and long walks on a short weekend; skip it if you're after sunshine or a slow, sleep-in trip.
Worth it: $1,032 for two, all in, covers the flights at $698 plus 2 nights at citizenM Washington DC Georgetown at $294, taxes and fees included. You fly nonstop on American (operated by PSA Airlines as American Eagle) from Albany to Reagan Washington National, Friday, Oct 30 to Sunday, Nov 1, 2026, in 1h 35m each way out. A checked bag and spending money aren't in that total.
The total, before you go
$1,032 for two · 2 nights · flights, hotel, taxes, fees & the resort fee
| For two | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two, round trip | $698 |
| citizenM Washington DC Georgetown, 2 nights, two guests, taxes in | $294 |
| Resort fee, collected at the desk | $40 |
| The total, before you go | $1,032 |
| A checked bag each, round trip (not in the total) | about $160 |
$378 per person below the typical fare on this route.
Not in it: seat picks on basic fares and a checked bag (about $40 each way per bag on American, $160 for two round trip); 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
$349 per person, round trip
$698 for two, taxes and fees included · American. Operated by PSA Airlines as American Eagle · nonstop · 1h 35m
Out Fri, Oct 30, 5:05 AM – Fri, Oct 30, 6:40 AM
| Airline | Per person | Stops | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| American. Operated by PSA Airlines as American Eagle | $349 | nonstop | 1h 35m |
| American. Operated by Republic Airways as American Eagle | $349 | nonstop | 1h 37m |
| American. Operated by PSA Airlines as American Eagle | $349 | nonstop | 1h 41m |
Prices checked Oct 15, 2026, 1:57 AM EDT. Prices change; the binding price is the one on the booking site.
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Why now
At $349 per person, this nonstop is $378 below the typical fare on this route, which is 52% less, and it carries a Lowest in 30 days badge. Across the 12 offers we checked, fares ran from $349 to $633 per person, so this one sits at the bottom of that range. With 2 nights at citizenM Washington DC Georgetown, the whole trip comes to $1,032 for two, taxes and fees included; a checked bag and spending money are extra. Late October in Washington usually brings highs of 64–69°F and lows near 48°F, with overcast skies in the normals, which is comfortable weather for walking the National Mall between museums. With no time difference and a 311-mile hop, a Friday-to-Sunday trip leaves real time on the ground. Prices were all-in when we found them and they move, so check the live fare.
The kind of trip this is
A city and history weekend for two at an easy-but-full pace: free Smithsonian museums, the monuments of the National Mall and dinner on the waterfront, all tied together by the Metro. It suits couples and friends who like to walk, read every placard and still make a dinner reservation. Expect cool, gray fall days that work well for museums and outdoor walks alike.
Weather in Washington, D.C., Oct 30–Nov 1
Typical highs 64–69°F, lows near 48°F this time of year
| Day | Typical high | Typical low | Typical weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, Oct 30 | 69 °F | 49 °F | Overcast |
| Sat, Oct 31 | 65 °F | 48 °F | Overcast |
| Sun, Nov 1 | 64 °F | 48 °F | Overcast |
Weather data by Open-Meteo.com · averages, not a forecast
Where to stay in Washington, D.C.
We priced three hotels, all in Northwest Washington and all room only. citizenM Washington DC Georgetown is the best-value pick and the one in our total: $294 for the 2 nights ($147 a night), rated 9 from 276 reviews, with free cancellation. State Plaza Hotel is the top-rated pick by volume: $305 for the stay ($153 a night), rated 8.7 from 3,948 reviews, also with free cancellation. Beacon Hotel Washington Dc, Tapestry Collection By Hilton is the budget pick at $288 ($144 a night), rated 7.4 from 2,092 reviews, but it has no free cancellation. If you're weighing areas, Georgetown is good for cobbled streets and canal walks, while Downtown / Penn Quarter lets you walk to the National Mall, the museums and the White House.
citizenM Washington DC Georgetown
$294 for 2 nights, two guests · $147 a night
See roomsState Plaza Hotel
$305 for 2 nights, two guests · $153 a night
See roomsBeacon Hotel Washington Dc, Tapestry Collection By Hilton
$288 for 2 nights, two guests · $144 a night
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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
- Visit 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
Also worth it
- 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 Albany | Albany International (ALB) |
|---|---|
| Airports in Washington, D.C. | Reagan Washington National (DCA), Washington Dulles International (IAD), Baltimore/Washington International (BWI) |
| Flight time | 1h 35m nonstop |
| Distance | 311 miles each way |
| Time difference | same time zone |
What 2 nights in Washington, D.C. costs
| Estimate | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two | $698 |
| Hotel, 2 nights (citizenM Washington DC Georgetown) | $294 |
| Food, getting around and tickets, 2 days for two | $520 |
| Total for two | $1,512 |
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: Albany to Washington, D.C.
| Per person | |
|---|---|
| This trip | $349 per person |
| Lowest in the last 30 days | $349 (Oct 15, 2026) |
| Typical price, last 60 days | $727 |
| Price checks | 7 |
Good to know
- Passport: no passport needed for travelers from the United States: a government photo ID is enough for Washington, D.C..
- Currency: US dollar (USD).
- No passport needed; it's a domestic trip, the currency is the US dollar and there's no time difference.
- The flight is 95 minutes for 311 miles; nonstops at 10:34 AM and 2:00 PM were also $349 per person.
- A checked bag is about $160 for two and isn't in the $1,032 total.
- All three hotels are room only; Beacon Hotel Washington Dc, Tapestry Collection By Hilton has no free cancellation.
- Fares were all-in, taxes and fees included, when we checked; they can change.
Questions readers ask
Is it worth it?
Yes. It's a 1h 35m nonstop at $349 per person, $378 below the typical fare on this route, plus a hotel rated 9 with free cancellation. The trade-off is the 5:05 AM departure on the lowest fare and a bag that costs extra.
How much is the whole trip for two?
$1,032 for two: $698 for the flights plus $294 for 2 nights at citizenM Washington DC Georgetown, taxes and fees included. A checked bag, about $160 for two, and spending money are not in it.
Do I need a passport?
No. It's a domestic trip from Albany, paid in US dollars, with no time difference.
What is the weather like?
Normals for these dates show highs of 64–69°F and lows near 48°F, with overcast skies. Pack a layer for the evenings.
Is 2 nights enough?
For a first look, yes. Arriving Friday, Oct 30 and leaving Sunday, Nov 1 gives you time for the National Mall, a couple of Smithsonian museums and a Capitol tour.
Do I have to take the 5:05 AM flight?
No. When we checked, nonstops at 10:34 AM and 2:00 PM were also $349 per person, arriving at Reagan Washington National at 12:11 PM and 3:41 PM.
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