Washington DC Flight Tips

   Top Airlines That Fly To Washington DC

Book cheap flights & plane tickets to Washington DC with Jetsetz. Jetsetz is an airline consolidator that specializes in cheap flights to Washington DC, District of Columbia.  As a consolidator, Jetsetz compares top airlines & travel websites to find the cheapest flights to Washington DC.  Some of the top airlines that fly to Washington DC are United Airlines, American Airlines, Delta Airlines, JetBlue, Virgin America, Alaska Airlines, Frontier and Southwest Airlines.  Each of these airlines offer cheap non-stop flights to Washington DC as well as direct flights to Washington DC connecting through various airports located in the United States.  Jetsetz also works with all major airlines that offer one-way flights to Washington DC.

   Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

The best ways to find cheap flights to Washington DC is to book your flight to the Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD).  The Washington Dulles International Airport is one of the largest airports in the United States and is the primary gateway into Washington DC and the District of Columbia.  The Washington Dulles International Airport is the best airport to fly into for cheap flights to Washington DC.  If you are searching for flights to the Washington DC International Airport, please enter the airport code IAD into the arrival city search box. This will narrow your flight search to the Washington Dulles International Airport.  For more information on the Washington Dulles International Airport, please visit the Airport Transportation section below.

Washington DC Cheap Flight Tip - If you are searching for the cheapest flights to Washington DC, consider flying into the Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA).  The Ronald Reagan National Airport is the second largest airport in Washington DC and it offers a large selection of airlines that fly direct to Washington DC from various cities throughout the United States.  Depending on the connection time, the Washington DC Ronald National Airport may be a faster and cheaper way to fly to Washington DC. 

   Best Time To Fly To Washington DC

Washington DC is located in the federal district of the United States in the  of District of Columbia.  The best time to fly to Washington DC is between the months of September – November as the weather is pleasant and the tourist season has ended.  January - February is the low season in Washington DC and is the best time to find cheap flights to Washington DC.  February is the cheapest time to fly to Washington DC.  The months of March (Spring Break) and July - August (Summer) are the primary travel months, with the most expensive prices on flights to Washington DC.  If you are planning to fly during these times, be sure to book your flight at least 60 days prior to your departure date to get the cheapest fare.

   Cheap Flights From Washington DC

The Washington Dulles International Airport is a great airport to find cheap flights to and from Washington DC.  There are numerous US and International airlines that offer cheap flights from the Washington Dulles International Airport.  If you plan to depart Washington DC for flights within the United States, you will need to depart out of the domestic terminal.  Most domestic flights are handled by Delta Airlines, United Airlines and American Airlines.  If you plan to depart Washington DC for flights outside of the United States, you will need to depart out of the International terminal.  Most international airlines fly into and out of the Washington DC International Airport.  As the Washington Dulles International Airport is one of the largest airports in the United States, give yourself at least 2 hours to get through security and customs prior to catching your international flight.

   Washington Dulles Airport Transportation

If you choose to fly into the Washington Dulles International Airport, you will need to work out your ground transportation.  The best way to travel to and from the Washington Dulles International Airport is to take the Metrorail subway, taxi, private sedan or rental car.  If you are staying in the city of Washington DC, you can take public transportation to the city center.  Once you are in downtown Washington DC, you can get anywhere within the city by taxi, metro, metrobus or ride-share.  If you are planning on traveling to areas outside of downtown Washington DC, you will probably want to hire a rental car.  You can either rent a car at the Washington Dulles International Airport or take public transportation into the city center and rent a car at one of the rental car offices located throughout Washington DC.  For cheap Washington DC rental cars, please visit the Jetsetz website.

   Washington DC Tourist Information 

Washington DC and the surrounding District of Columbia region is the center of government for the United States of America.  As the center of US government and politics, the Washington DC area is rich in American history.  Washington DC has the largest selection of museums and monuments in the country.  If you are a first-time visitor to Washington DC, simply head down to The Mall region of DC and you will have access to more world class museums than you will ever be able to see in a whole week.  Washington DC also has wonderful parks and monuments to be viewed and enjoyed at your leisure. Although much of Washington DC revolves around politics and history, there is also a great music and entertainment scene in DC. Take some time to meander through the streets of Georgetown Waterfront along the Potomac River. Washington DC also has many wonderful restaurants where you can rub elbows with the politicians that make the world of politics go around in the city of Washington DC.   Whether you are coming to this area to partake in history, dine and be entertained or just stroll around a beautiful place, you are sure to have a great time in Washington DC.