Orlando from Washington, DC, Oct 23–25: round trip from $292
Round-trip flights from Washington, DC to Orlando are $292 per person ($584 for two) for Oct 23–25, 2026, a 2-night weekend on Frontier with 1 stop. The forecast shows highs of 75–82°F with a small chance of rain. The best-value hotel is $244 for the stay.
The flight
$292 per person, round trip
$584 for two, taxes and fees included · Frontier · 1 stop · 11h 43m
Out Fri, Oct 23, 1:00 PM – Sat, Oct 24, 12:43 AM
| Airline | Per person | Stops | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Frontier | $292 | 1 stop | 11h 43m |
| Southwest | $427 | nonstop | 2h 20m |
| JetBlue | $355 | 1 stop | 23h 57m |
Prices checked Oct 11, 2026, 9:06 PM EDT. Prices change; the binding price is the one on the booking site.
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Your trip for two
| For two | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two | $584 |
| Days Inn by Wyndham Orlando Conv. Center/International Dr, 2 nights | $244 |
| Trip total for two | $828 |
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Why go now
$292 per person round trip, all-in, is $63 under the $355 median of our 7 earlier checks on this route, so it carries the 17% below typical badge. For two, that's $584 in flights. Late October is when the EPCOT Food & Wine Festival and the Halloween events are on, and the forecast looks good: 82°F on Friday, 75°F and clear on Saturday, 78°F on Sunday, with rain chances between 18% and 26%. That's comfortable park weather. Here's the heads-up: this Frontier fare connects and takes 11h 43m, landing at 12:43 AM on Saturday. If you'd rather have those hours back, the Southwest nonstop was $427 per person. These prices are what we found when we checked, and they can change.
The kind of trip this is
This is a theme-park long weekend: one big park day, one ride or festival day, and not much downtime in between. It suits couples or two friends who like roller coasters, seasonal events and eating their way around the world at EPCOT. The pace is quick, with late nights at the parks and early starts, so pick your must-dos ahead and pack comfortable shoes.
Weather in Orlando, Oct 23–25
Highs 75–82°F, a small chance of rain
| Day | High | Low | Rain chance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, Oct 23 | 82 °F | 67 °F | 26% |
| Sat, Oct 24 | 75 °F | 58 °F | 18% |
| Sun, Oct 25 | 78 °F | 57 °F | 19% |
Where to stay in Orlando
Days Inn by Wyndham Orlando Conv. Center/International Dr is the best value at $244 for the 2 nights ($122 a night). It's rated 7.9 from 2,075 reviews, sits in the Universal Orlando Resort Area and has free cancellation. Orbit One Vacation Villas by Coolvacay is the budget pick, a condo with 2 bathrooms in Celebration at $262 for the stay ($131 a night), rated 9 and also free to cancel. Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center is the top rated at 9.2 from 897 reviews. It costs $729 for the stay ($365 a night) and doesn't offer free cancellation. If Universal and Epic Universe are the plan, the Universal Orlando area keeps you walkable to the parks, while International Drive puts outlet malls and restaurants close by.
Days Inn by Wyndham Orlando Conv. Center/International Dr
$244 for 2 nights, two guests · $122 a night
See roomsGaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center
$729 for 2 nights, two guests · $365 a night
See roomsOrbit One Vacation Villas by Coolvacay
$262 for 2 nights, two guests · $131 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
- Watch the fireworks over Cinderella Castle at Magic Kingdom on your Saturday night.
- Ride Hagrid's Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure at Universal.
- Explore the Epic Universe park, walkable from the Universal Orlando area.
- Spend a day at EPCOT's World Showcase while the Food & Wine Festival is on.
- Take a kayak or airboat tour on the Wekiva River for a break from the parks.
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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 | 11h 43m (1 stop) |
| Distance | 772 miles each way |
| Time difference | same time zone |
What 2 nights in Orlando costs
| Estimate | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two | $584 |
| Hotel, 2 nights (Days Inn by Wyndham Orlando Conv. Center/International Dr) | $244 |
| Food, getting around and tickets, 2 days for two | $520 |
| Total for two | $1,348 |
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 | $292 per person |
| Lowest in the last 30 days | $204 (Oct 12, 2026) |
| Typical price, last 60 days | $355 |
| Price checks | 7 |
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 needed, you'll pay in US dollars, and Orlando is on the same time as Washington, DC.
- The Frontier fare leaves DCA at 1:00 PM Friday, has 1 stop and lands at MCO at 12:43 AM Saturday.
- All three hotel prices are room only. Days Inn and Orbit One have free cancellation, but Gaylord Palms doesn't.
- October brings the EPCOT Food & Wine Festival and Halloween events.
- Prices include taxes and fees as we found them when we checked, and they can change.
Questions readers ask
How much is the flight?
On Frontier it's $292 per person round trip, or $584 for two, all-in when we checked. It has 1 stop and takes 11h 43m. We also found a Southwest nonstop for $427 per person that leaves at 6:10 AM and lands at 8:30 AM.
Do I need a passport?
No. It's a domestic trip, you'll pay in US dollars, and there's no time difference from Washington, DC.
What is the weather like?
The forecast shows drizzle and 82°F on Friday with a 26% chance of rain, then clear and 75°F on Saturday and overcast and 78°F on Sunday. Lows run 57–67°F, so bring a light layer for the evenings.
Is 2 nights enough?
It's enough for one or two parks. Just know the Frontier fare lands at 12:43 AM Saturday, so Friday is all travel. Plan your must-dos for Saturday and Sunday ahead of time.
What does the whole weekend cost?
Our sample budget for two comes to $1,348: $584 for flights, $244 at the Days Inn and $520 for spending money. That's $130 per person a day for spending.
Which airports does the fare use?
It flies from Ronald Reagan Washington National (DCA) to Orlando International (MCO). Dulles (IAD) and BWI also serve Washington, and Orlando Sanford International (SFB) serves Orlando.
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