Orlando from Washington, DC, Oct 16–18: $1,070 for two, all in
The verdict
Our verdict
Worth it, if
- Free cancellation at Avanti International Resort
- Highs 78–93°F, some rain likely
- No passport needed
The catch: Not nonstop: a stop on the way, 21h 43m in all.
Worth it with kids who are up for long days; skip it if you want quiet.
When we checked, round-trip flights from Washington, DC to Orlando for Oct 16–18, 2026 (2 nights) were $406 per person, or $811 for two, on JetBlue (B6) with 1 stop each way. Expect overcast days with highs of 78–93°F and some rain likely. The value pick, Avanti International Resort, is $259 for the stay.
The total, before you go
$1,070 for two · 2 nights · flights, hotel, taxes & fees
| For two | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two, round trip | $811 |
| Avanti International Resort, 2 nights, two guests | $259 |
| The total, before you go | $1,070 |
Not in it: a checked bag and seat picks on basic fares, and any resort fee a hotel collects at the desk. Prices are what we found at the time shown; the booking site’s checkout is the binding one.
The flight
$406 per person, round trip
$811 for two, taxes and fees included · JetBlue · 1 stop · 21h 43m
Out Fri, Oct 16, 4:35 PM – Fri, Oct 16, 10:14 PM · back Sun, Oct 18, 5:55 AM – Sun, Oct 18, 9:59 PM
| Airline | Per person | Stops | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| JetBlue | $406 | 1 stop | 21h 43m |
| Frontier | $406 | 1 stop | 27h 47m |
| JetBlue | $406 | 1 stop | 23h 57m |
Prices checked Oct 13, 2026, 8:59 PM EDT. Prices change; the binding price is the one on the booking site.
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Why now
At $406 per person, this fare is $37 above $369, the median of 35 earlier checks on this route, so it isn't a markdown. What makes it worth a look is the timing. It was the lowest fare we priced for this weekend, and mid-October puts you in Orlando during the EPCOT Food & Wine Festival and the Halloween events. Add $259 for two nights at Avanti International Resort and our budget for two comes to $1,591, with $520 of that set aside for spending. The forecast says 93°F on Friday with a 74% chance of rain, then 83°F on Saturday and 78°F on Sunday, with lower rain odds. That makes Saturday the day for a park. All prices include taxes and fees as we found them. They can change before you book.
The kind of trip this is
This is a theme-park weekend, quick and full. You fly in Friday evening, spend Saturday in a park and fly home Sunday. It's a good fit for a couple or a pair of friends who know which rides they want, or for festival fans heading to EPCOT for Food & Wine. There's no room for a slow pace here. Plan one big day and treat the rest as travel.
Weather in Orlando, Oct 16–18
Highs 78–93°F, some rain likely
| Day | High | Low | Rain chance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, Oct 16 | 93 °F | 75 °F | 74% |
| Sat, Oct 17 | 83 °F | 75 °F | 22% |
| Sun, Oct 18 | 78 °F | 75 °F | 32% |
Where to stay in Orlando
Avanti International Resort is the value pick. It's $259 for the 2 nights ($130 a night), scored 7.6 from 8,790 reviews, with free cancellation and two queen beds. Wyndham I-Drive Avanti Resort & Conference Center is the other budget option at $268 ($134 a night), scored 7.4 from 11,415 reviews, also with free cancellation. Both are in the Universal Orlando area, which is walkable to Universal Studios, Islands of Adventure and Epic Universe. That suits a Universal-focused weekend. Caribe Royale Orlando, WorldHotels Elite is the top-rated pick, scored 8.9 from 2,353 reviews, at $473 for the stay ($237 a night) in a Caribe Queen Suite. It's in Lake Buena Vista, a short shuttle from Disney at lower rates than staying on site. Heads-up: this one doesn't offer free cancellation. All three are room only.
Avanti International Resort
$259 for 2 nights, two guests · $130 a night
See roomsCaribe Royale Orlando, WorldHotels Elite
$473 for 2 nights, two guests · $237 a night
See roomsWyndham I-Drive Avanti Resort & Conference Center
$268 for 2 nights, two guests · $134 a night
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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.
- Explore the Epic Universe park, walkable from the Universal Orlando area hotels.
- Spend Saturday at EPCOT's World Showcase while the Food & Wine Festival is on.
- Watch the fireworks over Cinderella Castle at Magic Kingdom.
- Take a kayak or airboat tour on the Wekiva River for a break from the parks.
Also worth it
- Spend a day at EPCOT's World Showcase
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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 | 21h 43m (1 stop) |
| Distance | 772 miles each way |
| Time difference | same time zone |
What 2 nights in Orlando costs
| Estimate | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two | $812 |
| Hotel, 2 nights (Avanti International Resort) | $259 |
| Food, getting around and tickets, 2 days for two | $520 |
| Total for two | $1,591 |
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 | $406 per person |
| Lowest in the last 30 days | $197 (Oct 13, 2026) |
| Typical price, last 60 days | $369 |
| Price checks | 35 |
Good to know
- Passport: not needed for US citizens; a government ID is enough.
- Currency: US dollar (USD).
- EPCOT Food & Wine Festival and Halloween events
- No passport is needed, the currency is the US dollar, and Orlando is on the same time as Washington, DC.
- The outbound flight leaves DCA at 4:35 PM on Friday, Oct 16, and lands in Orlando (MCO) at 10:14 PM.
- The return leaves at 5:55 AM on Sunday, Oct 18, and gets in at 9:59 PM, with 1 stop each way and 21h 43m of travel in total.
- Hotel prices are room only. Avanti International Resort and the Wyndham I-Drive offer free cancellation, but Caribe Royale doesn't.
- October brings the EPCOT Food & Wine Festival and Halloween events, so plan your park day around them.
Questions readers ask
How much is the flight?
When we checked, it was $406 per person round trip, or $811 for two, on JetBlue (B6) with 1 stop each way. That price includes taxes and fees. It's $37 above the $369 median of 35 earlier checks on this route, and fares can change.
What is the weather like?
The forecast is overcast all weekend. Friday reaches 93°F with a 74% chance of rain. Saturday is 83°F with a 22% chance, and Sunday is 78°F with a 32% chance. Lows stay around 75°F.
Is 2 nights enough?
It's enough for one full park day. You land at 10:14 PM on Friday and the return flight leaves at 5:55 AM on Sunday, so Saturday is your day for EPCOT, Magic Kingdom or Universal.
What does the whole trip cost for two?
Our budget for two is $1,591. That's $812 for flights, $259 for two nights at Avanti International Resort and $520 for spending.
Do I need a passport?
No. Orlando is in the United States, so you pay in US dollars and there's no time difference from Washington, DC.
Which hotel should I pick?
For Universal, pick Avanti International Resort at $259 for the stay, with free cancellation. For a quieter stay near Disney, Caribe Royale Orlando, WorldHotels Elite in Lake Buena Vista scored 8.9 and costs $473 for the stay, but it has no free cancellation.
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