Flying from Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI) to Douala Airport (DLA): what you need to know
Douala is six hours ahead of Washington DC and is in the UTC+1 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport on time to catch your BWI to DLA flight.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI) to Douala Airport (DLA)
Right now, R 13,174 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Baltimore Washington International Airport to Douala Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 20,647. Remember that fares can change due to demand when booking.
It's often best to book ahead of time if you want to find cheap tickets from BWI to DLA. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Baltimore Washington International Airport to Douala Airport throughout the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
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Handy information about Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI)
77% of flights leaving from Baltimore Washington International Airport reach their destination on time.
To get to Baltimore Washington International Airport from central Washington DC, it takes about 40 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 48 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport will take about 50 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near BWI? If you're boarding an early flight from Baltimore Washington International Airport to Douala Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Douala Airport (DLA)
If you're arriving on a late Baltimore Washington International Airport to Douala Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be resting shortly after at one of these options near DLA:
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Give yourself a better shot at getting the best possible rate by booking as early as you can. Reserving your ride from Douala Airport at least a couple of weeks in advance is a good move.
Getting from Douala Airport (DLA) to central Douala
Douala Airport is roughly 8 kilometres from central Douala. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes around 45 minutes.
When to fly to Douala Airport (DLA)
The quietest month for a flight from Baltimore Washington International Airport to Douala Airport is March, while December is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Douala based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Douala is February, with the temperature ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Lock in your flights from Baltimore Washington International Airport to Douala Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
August has average temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Search for cheap tickets from BWI to DLA sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Cameroon
You've visited Douala, now it's time to discover other corners of Cameroon. Journey about 193 kilometres east to Yaounde to tick off its top attractions. From Mvog-Betsi Botanical Zoological Garden to Mont MESSEBE and Independence Square, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Bamenda is another favourite destination in Cameroon and is around 209 kilometres north of Douala. No trip is complete without visiting St Joseph's Metropolitan Cathedral, Universal Amusement PARK and Sisia Waterfalls.