Travelling from Belfast to Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI): What you need to know
Washington DC is five hours behind Belfast. Baltimore Washington International Airport is located in Washington DC, which is in the UTC-5 timezone.
To ensure you catch your flight from Belfast to BWI, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Travelling during a peak time such as June? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Belfast
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
Stopovers offer a great opportunity to discover a new city or just have a break during your trip. When looking for a cheap flight from Belfast to BWI, deselect 'Direct flights only' to browse all potential stops. Keflavik Airport (KEF) is an option when you're setting off from Belfast International Airport (BFS).
BFS is around 19 kilometers from central Belfast. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 45 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Belfast to Baltimore Washington International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a few extra z's) by picking one of these hotels near Belfast International Airport:
68% of flights taking off from Belfast International Airport land at their destination on time.
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
Think about building a stopover into your journey at London Heathrow Airport (LHR). It's a key transfer point for flights from Belfast to Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI) out of George Best Belfast City Airport.
You can reach BHD from central Belfast in approximately 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride by public transport takes roughly 25 minutes to travel the 5 kilometers or so.
Flying out early in the morning? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near George Best Belfast City Airport the day before your Belfast to BWI flight:
As far as flight punctuality goes, George Best Belfast City Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 69%.
About Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Belfast to Baltimore Washington International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near BWI instead:
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Getting from Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI) to central Washington DC
Central Washington DC is around 48 kilometers from Baltimore Washington International Airport and takes about 40 minutes to reach by car. Explore your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Belfast to Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI)
At the moment, P51,612 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Belfast to Baltimore Washington International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is P57,364. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from Belfast to BWI, book early. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
Cheap Belfast to Baltimore Washington International Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across each month and then choose the cheapest day.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as a lower fare pops up on plane tickets from Belfast to BWI.
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The best time to fly from Belfast to Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI)
September is the quietest month for flights from Belfast to Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI), while October is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Washington DC based on whether you want a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book a Belfast to BWI plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Washington DC to range from 19ºC (66ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
January has temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Belfast to Baltimore Washington International Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Washington DC
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Washington DC right here. Check out these hotels after locking in your flight from Belfast to Baltimore Washington International Airport:
Lincoln Memorial and The White House are a couple of major attractions to add to your Washington DC travel itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History.
Explore more of the United States
Washington DC will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of the United States just waiting to be discovered. Around 153 kilometers northeast of Washington DC, a trip to Philadelphia will keep you busy. Don't miss top attractions like Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
Around 274 kilometers south of Washington DC, Virginia Beach is another favourite stop in the United States. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Virginia Beach Oceanfront, Virginia Beach Boardwalk and Resort Beach.
