Travelling from Washington DC to Maceio-Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport (MCZ): What you need to know
Organising your flight from Washington DC to Maceio-Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport (MCZ) begins with finding the best airport to make your exit from. Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA), Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) and Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) are your options in Washington DC.
Maceio is one hour ahead of Washington DC. Maceio-Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport is located in Maceio, which is in the UTC-3 timezone.
To ensure you catch your flight from Washington DC to MCZ, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Heading off during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. For peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
DCA is around 8 kilometres from central Washington DC. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 15 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.
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When it comes to Ronald Reagan National Airport's on-time performance, 76.44% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
You'll find DCA at 1 Aviation Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
On public transport, you can travel from central Washington DC to IAD in about 1 hour 10 minutes. The terminal is roughly 56 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 50 minutes.
Got a crack-of-dawn departure? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Washington Dulles International Airport the day before your Washington DC to MCZ flight:
74.39% of flights leaving Washington Dulles International Airport meet their expected arrival time.
IAD is located at 1 Saarinen Circle.
Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)
From central Washington DC, BWI is around 48 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 50 minutes to arrive by car and 1 hour 30 minutes or so if you're on public transport.
Skip the morning rush on departure day — stay near Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport and know you'll be at your boarding gate with time to spare. Check in to one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early Washington DC to Maceio-Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport flight:
Flights that take off from BWI reach their destination on schedule 77.13% of the time.
About Maceio-Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport (MCZ)
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Getting from Maceio-Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport (MCZ) to central Maceio
The centre of Maceio is around 10 kilometres from Maceio-Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport. Journey times by car hire or cab will vary depending on traffic conditions, so do a little research before you go.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Maceio-Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport (MCZ)
P34,803 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Maceio-Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport. Return flights start at P59,471. These prices can change based on demand.
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The best time to fly from Washington DC to Maceio-Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport (MCZ)
April is the quietest month for flights from Washington DC to Maceio-Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport (MCZ), while July is the busiest. Find the ideal time to go to Maceio based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Lock in a Washington DC to MCZ plane ticket departing in March if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Maceio to range from 22ºC (72ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
August has temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Washington DC to Maceio-Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Maceio
After booking your flight from Washington DC to Maceio-Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Maceio:
All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. Ponta Verde, Jatiuca Beach and Piscinas Naturais de Pajucara are must-visits when exploring Maceio.
Explore more of Brazil
Maceio has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Brazil you should also see. Around 193 kilometres north-east of Maceio, a visit to Recife will keep your itinerary packed. Start with attractions like Convent of Sao Francisco, Jardim Botânico and Jungle and Sea.
If you're looking to explore another major destination in Brazil, head for Jaboatão dos Guararapes, roughly 177 kilometres north-east of Maceio. Piedade Beach, Muribeca dos Guararapes and Pedra do Xareu Beach are highlights.
