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Getting from Washington, D.C. airports to the city center
Fastest options: Metro from DCA. Best value: Metro and bus services from all airports.
From Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)
Transport Option | Typical Time | Typical Cost | Frequency | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
15-20 min | $2-$6 (varies by destination and time of day) | every 8–12 min (traffic dependent) | fastest and most affordable | |
15-30 min | $15-$25 (metered; varies by traffic) | on-demand 24/7 (traffic dependent) | door-to-door convenience |
From Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Transport Option | Typical Time | Typical Cost | Frequency | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
45-60 min | $6 (flat fare to downtown) | every 8–15 min (traffic dependent) | budget travelers | |
20-30 min | $5 (to Wiehle-Reston East Metro) | every 20 min (traffic dependent) | connecting to Metro | |
45-75 min | $65-$85 (metered; varies by traffic) | on-demand 24/7 (traffic dependent) | groups with luggage |
From Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)
Transport Option | Typical Time | Typical Cost | Frequency | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
35-45 min | $8 (one-way fare) | hourly weekdays (traffic dependent) | commuters to Union Station | |
30-40 min | $15-$50 (varies by train type and booking time) | multiple daily (traffic dependent) | comfort and speed | |
50-90 min | $90-$110 (metered; varies by traffic) | on-demand 24/7 (traffic dependent) | late night arrivals |
Notes:
- Prices in USD; table created in 2025 and subject to change.
- Metro fares vary by distance and time of day; use SmarTrip card for best rates.
- MARC trains operate primarily on weekdays with limited weekend service.
- Taxi and ride-hailing prices vary with demand and traffic conditions.
- We recommend checking official transport websites for your travel planning.
Updated: December 2025
Key info about flying to Washington, D.C.
Weekly direct flights
Discover the top airlines offering direct flights from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. in the next month. You’ll find the number of daily direct flights per airline in the chart.
| Airline | Mon 13.04 | Tue 14.04 | Wed 15.04 | Thu 16.04 | Fri 17.04 | Sat 18.04 | Sun 19.04 |
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| --- | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | --- | |
| Weekly flights: 25 total | Daily flights: 3.57 average | Most flights: Friday 5 flights |
| Airline | Mon 20.04 | Tue 21.04 | Wed 22.04 | Thu 23.04 | Fri 24.04 | Sat 25.04 | Sun 26.04 |
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| 3 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 5 | 7 | 3 | |
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| Weekly flights: 45 total | Daily flights: 6.43 average | Most flights: Thursday 7 flights |
| Airline | Mon 27.04 | Tue 28.04 | Wed 29.04 | Thu 30.04 | Fri 01.05 | Sat 02.05 | Sun 03.05 |
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| 10 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 9 | 8 | 6 | |
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| Weekly flights: 64 total | Daily flights: 9.14 average | Most flights: Monday 10 flights |
| Airline | Mon 04.05 | Tue 05.05 | Wed 06.05 | Thu 07.05 | Fri 08.05 | Sat 09.05 | Sun 10.05 |
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| 8 | 8 | 8 | 9 | 9 | 8 | 9 | |
| 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | |
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| Weekly flights: 66 total | Daily flights: 9.43 average | Most flights: Thursday 9 flights |
Check-in for a flight from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C.
| Name | Carrier code | IATA Code | Passport needed during booking |
|---|---|---|---|
| Frontier Airlines | FFT | F9 | No |
| United Airlines | UAL | UA | No |
| JetBlue Airways | JBU | B6 | No |
| Spirit Airlines | NKS | NK | No |
| American Airlines | AAL | AA | No |
Online check-in is not available for these airlines.
Weather in Washington, D.C.
Average Weather
| Month | Average monthly max temperature | Average monthly min temperature |
| January | 5°C | -2°C |
| February | 7°C | 0°C |
| March | 13°C | 3°C |
| April | 19°C | 8°C |
| May | 23°C | 13°C |
| June | 29°C | 18°C |
| July | 32°C | 21°C |
| August | 30°C | 20°C |
| September | 26°C | 17°C |
| October | 20°C | 11°C |
| November | 13°C | 5°C |
| December | 8°C | 1°C |
14 day forecast
Washington, D.C. travel tips
Visit the Abraham Lincoln Memorial, Washington's most famous landmark
The Abraham Lincoln Memorial is built in the form of a large temple, which is supported by 36 columns. Outwardly, the memorial looks like the ancient Greek Parthenon. Inside the temple, there is a 5-meter marble statue of Abraham Lincoln. The memorial reminds Americans that all people should be free.
Experience the mysteries of the universe at the House of the Temple in Washington DC
The House of the Temple is located in Dupont Circle, a mile from the White House. It serves as the headquarters of the Scottish Rite of Freemasonry. Inside the building, a museum is dedicated to Albert Pike, head of the High Council of the Scottish Rite. The design of the Temple is based on the Mausoleum of Satrap Mavsol in Halicarnassus. The structure resembles a magical temple. The fact that it is located among residential buildings makes the House of the Temple even more original and attractive.
Check out the Georgetown Cupcakes in Georgetown, Washington, where there is always a queue
Walking around Georgetown, you can stumble upon a queue in a cafe that lines up on the street. Most likely, this is the legendary Georgetown Cupcakes. The establishment was founded by sisters who have pursued a career in fashion and venture capital but have always dreamed of realizing their passion for baking. Taste, quality, and diligence have made their cupcakes so famous that their delivery is offered throughout the country.
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