Cheap Flights To Alexandria

About Alexandria

Alexandria, Virginia is located a few miles outside Washington, D.C. It is largely populated by commuters employed by different departments within the United States government. The city was founded in 1669 as a center for tobacco and wheat and claims some of the richest history in the region. Today Alexandria is centered around family, entertainment, parks and colonial charm.

The George Washington Masonic Memorial was built in the 1930's as a monument to the first President. The Stabler-Leadbeater Apothecary recreates the origional structure and business that was located on the spot in the 18th century. The "Spite House" is not open for tours (it is a private residence) but is worth a pass-by. It is only 7 feet wide and was built in 1830 over a former alleyway (reportedly to "spite" those who were using the alleyway without permission).

The climate in Alexandria is typical for the region. The summers are warm with high temperatures climbing up above 80F. The winters are cold, but not unbearable, with the lows falling just under freezing. Spring and fall are usually the best seasons to visit the area.

There are cheap flights in to Alexandria through any of the airports that service the region. Flying in to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) from Chicago you can find cheap airline tickets that start under $200 US. Cheap airline tickets from Los Angeles will start around $175 US.

There are a wide range of accommodations around the Alexandria area - from the historic to the modern. You can find cheap hotels in Alexandria starting around $100 US. Cheap hotel rooms near many of the attractions will start just under $200 US.