Travelling from Orlando to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD): What you need to know
Start your trip at Orlando International Airport (MCO), the main airport in Orlando. Search for flights from Orlando to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) that depart from this base.
Expect to be travelling for 2 hours 10 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct Orlando to Washington Dulles International Airport flight.
Washington DC (where Washington Dulles International Airport is located) and Orlando share the UTC-5 timezone. You'll have no time difference to factor in for your trip.
With 39 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Orlando International Airport (MCO) to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) is the most popular route. Frontier Airlines operates the earliest flight at 5:25am. If you're eager to get more out of your day before jetting off, the last flight from MCO to IAD is with United Airlines at 7:13pm.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your flight from Orlando to IAD.
Peak months like March or high seasons such as Thanksgiving and Christmas/New Year will mean bigger waits at check-in and security. Travelling then? Play it safe and get to the terminal even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and up four hours ahead of international flights is a smart move.
Airports in Orlando
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
You can book a direct flight from Orlando to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) out of Orlando International Airport (MCO).
When leaving from MCO, you can take a direct flight from Orlando to Washington Dulles International Airport with United Airlines.
The preferred airline for passengers flying between MCO and IAD is United.
Frontier Airlines leads the way as the most punctual carrier on this route, with 81.4% of its services reaching their destination on schedule.
Travelling from central Orlando to MCO takes about 1 hour on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a taxi, you'll cover the 19 kilometers in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a stress-free start to your travels? Stay near Orlando International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Orlando to Washington Dulles International Airport or prefer not to rush, these hotels are the ideal choice:
When it comes to Orlando International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 77% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
You'll find MCO at One Airport Boulevard.
Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB)
SFB is about 40 kilometers from central Orlando. It'll take 35 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
Catching an early morning flight? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near Orlando Sanford International Airport the day before your Orlando to IAD flight:
As far as flight punctuality goes, Orlando Sanford International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 69%.
About Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Book a hotel near IAD if you have a late flight from Orlando to Washington Dulles International Airport. Choose one of these options and be in bed in no time flat:
To get the lowest price, book your ride around one week ahead of your Orlando to Washington Dulles International Airport flight.
You'll find IAD at 1 Saarinen Circle.
Getting from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to central Washington DC
Central Washington DC is around 40 kilometers from Washington Dulles International Airport and takes about 45 minutes to reach by car. Explore your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
It takes around 1 hour 10 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Orlando to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Right now, P2,031 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Orlando to Washington Dulles International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is P4,923. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Orlando to IAD if you book early. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird rates.
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The best time to fly from Orlando to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
It's time to decide your travel dates for your flight from Orlando to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). June is the most popular month to visit Washington DC. If you like things a bit more low-key, go in February.
Book a Orlando to IAD plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Washington DC to range from 19ºC (66ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Orlando to Washington Dulles International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC (21ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF).
More about Washington DC
Start your Washington DC trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Orlando to Washington Dulles International Airport, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Lincoln Memorial, The White House and Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History are top sights which should be on any well-planned Washington DC itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
Philadelphia is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be explored once you've seen Washington DC. Around 225 kilometers away to the northeast, well-known attractions include Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
Around 274 kilometers southeast of Washington DC, Virginia Beach is another essential stop in the United States. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Virginia Beach Boardwalk, Resort Beach and Neptune's Park.