Flying from Dubai to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI): What you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can take off from in Dubai. Explore your options departing from Dubai Airport (DXB) or Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) when searching for a flight from Dubai to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI).
Washington DC is eight hours behind Dubai. Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport is located in Washington DC, which is in the UTC-4 timezone.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your flight from Dubai to BWI. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Heading away during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Dubai to BWI. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Dubai Airport (DXB). Take a break from travelling at one of these popular options:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Logan International Airport (BOS)
DXB is about 14 kilometres from central Dubai. 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 traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 50 minutes.
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When it comes to the on-time performance of Dubai Airport, 74.31% of flights complete their journey on time.
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
With public transport, you can travel from central Dubai to DWC in about 2 hours 5 minutes. The terminal is roughly 56 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 45 minutes.
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When it comes to flight punctuality, Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 56.64%.
About Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)
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Booking your ride around two weeks ahead of your Dubai to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport flight can help you get a cheaper deal.
Getting from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) to central Washington DC
Central Washington DC is around 40 kilometres from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport. Travel times by cab or car hire will vary depending on time of day and traffic conditions, so do a little research before you go.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Dubai to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport is R 10,097. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 17,652. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To find cheap flights from Dubai to BWI, book early. Airlines generally offer lower prices when tickets are first released.
Affordable Dubai to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across every month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Dubai to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)
Picture the kind of break you want when picking your flight dates. May is the quietest month to go to Washington DC. July is when most people book flights from Dubai to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI), which may be perfect if you're after more action.
The warmest month in Washington DC is July, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Lock in your Dubai to BWI plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from Dubai to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC (21ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF).
More about Washington DC
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Your Washington DC visit wouldn't be complete without a bit of sightseeing. Highlights worth exploring include Smithsonian, Lincoln Memorial and The White House.
Explore more of the United States
You've visited Washington DC, now it's time to discover more of the United States. Journey about 153 kilometres north-east to Philadelphia to tick off its top attractions. From Independence Hall to Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 274 kilometres south of Washington DC, Virginia Beach is another favourite stop in the United States. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Virginia Beach Oceanfront, Virginia Beach Boardwalk and Resort Beach.