Flying from El Paso International Airport (ELP) to Washington Dulles Airport (IAD): what you need to know
The timezone in Washington DC is UTC-5, which is two hours ahead of El Paso.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport on time to catch your ELP to IAD flight.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months like October. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
If you want to break up your flight, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from El Paso International Airport to Washington Dulles Airport. These are the top stopovers between ELP and IAD:
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport
Handy information about El Paso International Airport (ELP)
The address for ELP is 6701 Convair Dr..
El Paso International Airport has an excellent on-time record, making delays less likely. Departures from ELP make it to their destination as scheduled 83% of the time.
To reach El Paso International Airport from central El Paso, it takes around 15 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 13 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport usually takes 40 minutes.
Booked an early flight from El Paso International Airport to Washington Dulles Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to ELP:
Arriving at Washington Dulles Airport (IAD)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a El Paso International Airport to Washington Dulles Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near IAD instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Washington Dulles Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Sixt to explore Washington DC and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Washington Dulles Airport around one week in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Washington Dulles Airport (IAD) to central Washington DC
You'll find IAD at 1 Saarinen Circle.
Washington Dulles Airport to the centre of Washington DC has a drive time of around 45 minutes. It's approximately 40 kilometres away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to Washington Dulles Airport (IAD)
July is the busiest month for flights from El Paso International Airport to Washington Dulles Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Washington DC in February.
When booking your flight from El Paso International Airport to Washington Dulles Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Washington DC, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from ELP to IAD in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -6ºC (21ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) on average.
Explore more of the United States
New York is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be explored once you've seen Washington DC. Around 322 kilometres away to the north-east, its top attractions include Central Park, Statue of Liberty and Metropolitan Museum of Art.
Around 193 kilometres north-east of Washington DC, Philadelphia is another essential stop in the United States. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
