Washington, D.C. from Buffalo, Nov 19–22: $993 for two, all in
The verdict
Our verdict
Worth it, because
- Nonstop on American, 1h 32m from Buffalo to Reagan National
- $302 per person, $265 below the typical fare on this route
- citizenM rated 9 from 276 reviews, with free cancellation
The catch: A checked bag runs about $160 for two and isn't in the $993, and the normal weather for these dates is 48–52°F with rain on Sunday.
Worth it if you like museums, monuments and long walks in cool weather; skip it if you want warm sun or a beach.
Worth it: $993 for two covers the nonstop round-trip flights at $604, plus 3 nights at citizenM Washington DC Georgetown at $342 and its $47 in property fees, with taxes and fees included. You fly out Thursday, Nov 19 and come home Sunday, Nov 22, 2026. The flight is a 1h 32m nonstop on American, operated by Envoy Air as American Eagle.
The total, before you go
$993 for two · 3 nights · flights, hotel, taxes, fees & the resort fee
| For two | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two, round trip | $604 |
| citizenM Washington DC Georgetown, 3 nights, two guests, taxes in | $342 |
| Resort fee, collected at the desk | $47 |
| The total, before you go | $993 |
| A checked bag each, round trip (not in the total) | about $160 |
$265 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
$302 per person, round trip
$604 for two, taxes and fees included · American. Operated by Envoy Air as American Eagle · nonstop · 1h 32m
Out Thu, Nov 19, 5:28 AM – Thu, Nov 19, 7:00 AM
| Airline | Per person | Stops | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| American. Operated by Envoy Air as American Eagle | $302 | nonstop | 1h 32m |
| American. Operated by Republic Airways as American Eagle | $302 | nonstop | 1h 29m |
| American. Operated by Envoy Air as American Eagle | $302 | nonstop | 1h 34m |
Prices checked Oct 15, 2026, 2:06 AM EDT. Prices change; the binding price is the one on the booking site.
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Why now
The fare is $302 per person round trip, nonstop. That's $265 below the typical fare on this route, a 47% gap, and the lowest we've seen in 30 days. For two, the flights come to $604. Add 3 nights at citizenM Washington DC Georgetown for $342 plus its $47 in property fees, and the trip totals $993 with taxes and fees included. That doesn't cover bags or spending money. In mid-November, Washington's highs usually run 48–52°F with lows near 37°F, which is good weather for indoor days. The Smithsonian museums are free, and the Metro connects them. You don't need a passport, there's no time change, and the flight takes 1h 32m, so a Thursday-to-Sunday trip loses very little time to travel. These prices are what we found when we checked, and they can change.
The kind of trip this is
This is a city-and-history long weekend: free museums, monuments you can walk between and dinner at the Wharf. You set the pace. You can spend full days on the National Mall or take slow mornings along Georgetown's canal. It suits couples, friends or a parent and grown kid who'd rather walk, read the plaques and eat well than lie on a beach. Pack layers for highs of 48–52°F.
Weather in Washington, D.C., Nov 19–22
Typical highs 48–52°F, lows near 37°F this time of year
| Day | Typical high | Typical low | Typical weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thu, Nov 19 | 52 °F | 38 °F | Overcast |
| Fri, Nov 20 | 48 °F | 36 °F | Overcast |
| Sat, Nov 21 | 51 °F | 35 °F | Clear |
| Sun, Nov 22 | 52 °F | 38 °F | Rain |
Weather data by Open-Meteo.com · averages, not a forecast
Where to stay in Washington, D.C.
Our pick is citizenM Washington DC Georgetown: $342 for 3 nights ($114 a night) in a King Room with North View. It's rated 9 from 276 reviews, offers free cancellation and charges $47 in property fees, which are already in our total. Courtyard by Marriott Washington Downtown/Convention Center costs $358 ($119 a night) and is rated 8.5 from 1,311 reviews, but this rate has no free cancellation and adds $49 in property fees. State Plaza Hotel, a 4-star hotel, is $437 ($146 a night) and rated 8.7 from 3,948 reviews, with free cancellation and $60 in property fees. All three are room only and listed in Northwest, Washington, D.C. Georgetown is good for cobbled streets, canal walks and shopping. From Downtown / Penn Quarter you can walk to the National Mall, the museums and the White House.
citizenM Washington DC Georgetown
$342 for 3 nights, two guests · $114 a night
See roomsCourtyard by Marriott Washington Downtown/Convention Center
$358 for 3 nights, two guests · $119 a night
See roomsState Plaza Hotel
$437 for 3 nights, two guests · $146 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
- Spend a morning 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
- Walk Georgetown's cobbled streets and canal paths
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 Buffalo | Buffalo Niagara International (BUF) |
|---|---|
| Airports in Washington, D.C. | Reagan Washington National (DCA), Washington Dulles International (IAD), Baltimore/Washington International (BWI) |
| Flight time | 1h 32m nonstop |
| Distance | 292 miles each way |
| Time difference | same time zone |
What 3 nights in Washington, D.C. costs
| Estimate | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two | $604 |
| Hotel, 3 nights (citizenM Washington DC Georgetown) | $342 |
| Food, getting around and tickets, 3 days for two | $780 |
| Total for two | $1,726 |
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: Buffalo to Washington, D.C.
| Per person | |
|---|---|
| This trip | $302 per person |
| Lowest in the last 30 days | $302 (Oct 15, 2026) |
| Typical price, last 60 days | $567 |
| Price checks | 15 |
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, prices are in US dollars, and there's no time difference from Buffalo.
- The flight is a 92-minute, 292-mile nonstop from BUF to DCA. The same $302 fare showed departures at 5:28 AM, 11:56 AM and 6:36 PM.
- A checked bag is about $160 for two and isn't included in the $993 total.
- citizenM Washington DC Georgetown and State Plaza Hotel offer free cancellation; this Courtyard rate doesn't. All three are room only.
- Washington is also served by Dulles (IAD) and Baltimore/Washington (BWI), but this fare lands at Reagan National.
Questions readers ask
Is it worth it?
Yes, for most readers. It's a 1h 32m nonstop at $302 per person, which is $265 below the typical fare on this route. The best-value hotel is rated 9 and offers free cancellation. The trade-off is cool November weather.
How much is the whole trip for two?
$993, with taxes and fees included: $604 for the flights, $342 for 3 nights at citizenM Washington DC Georgetown and $47 in property fees. A checked bag is about $160 for two on top of that. Our budget with $780 in spending money comes to $1,726.
Do I need a passport?
No. It's a domestic trip from Buffalo, prices are in US dollars and there's no time difference.
What is the weather like?
Highs usually run 48–52°F, with lows near 37°F. Normal conditions for these dates are overcast Thursday and Friday, clear Saturday and rain on Sunday, Nov 22.
Is 3 nights enough?
For a first look, yes. The 5:28 AM nonstop lands at 7:00 AM Thursday, so you get a full first day. That's time for the Mall, two Smithsonian museums, the Capitol and a dinner at the Wharf.
Which hotel should we pick?
citizenM Washington DC Georgetown at $342 for the stay, rated 9 from 276 reviews, with free cancellation. If you want a 4-star hotel, State Plaza Hotel is $437 and rated 8.7 from 3,948 reviews.
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