Travelling from New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK) to Washington Dulles Airport (IAD): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Washington Dulles Airport is 1 hour 30 minutes.
Washington DC's timezone is UTC-5, which is the same as New York.
You can choose from 14 weekly New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Washington Dulles Airport flights. The 10:13 departure with Delta Air Lines is the earliest flight available. Delta Air Lines operates the latest service of the day at 18:12.
To ensure you catch your JFK to IAD flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
Delta has direct flights from New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Washington Dulles Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to see the sights in Washington DC — and maybe even more of the United States if you have time.
The airline that serves the most passengers on this route is Delta.
Delta is the most punctual carrier offering JFK to IAD flights, with 73.45% of its services reaching their destination on time.
If you'd like to split up your journey, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Washington Dulles Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between JFK and IAD:
Raleigh / Durham Airport
Norfolk International Airport
Buffalo Niagara Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK) to Washington Dulles Airport (IAD)
Right now, R 1,385 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Washington Dulles Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 3,152. Remember that fares can change due to demand when booking.
It's usually best to book early if you want to find cheap tickets from JFK to IAD. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Washington Dulles Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across every month.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from JFK to IAD.
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Handy information about New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK)
The address for JFK is JFK Airport.
73% of flights that take off from New York John F. Kennedy Airport reach their destination on time.
Central New York to New York John F. Kennedy Airport is around 24 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 45 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
Expect a journey time of roughly 50 minutes on public transport.
Need a handy hotel close to JFK? If you've booked an early flight from New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Washington Dulles Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Washington Dulles Airport (IAD)
If you're coming in on a late New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Washington Dulles Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed not long after at one of these options near IAD:
Pick up a Washington Dulles Airport rental car and explore Washington DC and beyond with your own wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Sixt are leading providers to choose from here.
Secure the lowest price by booking your ride from Washington Dulles Airport about one week before your trip.
Getting from Washington Dulles Airport (IAD) to central Washington DC
The address for IAD is 1 Saarinen Circle.
Washington Dulles Airport to the centre of Washington DC has a drive time of about 45 minutes. It's approximately 40 kilometres away.
It typically takes 1 hour 10 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Washington Dulles Airport (IAD)
The quietest month for a flight from New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Washington Dulles Airport is February, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Washington DC based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Book your flight from New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Washington Dulles Airport for July if you want to go to Washington DC during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from JFK to IAD in January if you want to travel 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
You've seen Washington DC, now it's time to explore other corners of the United States. Journey around 322 kilometres north-east to New York to check off its leading sights. From Central Park to Statue of Liberty and Metropolitan Museum of Art, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If there's time to check out another major destination in the United States, head for Philadelphia, roughly 193 kilometres north-east of Washington DC. Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art are key reasons to visit.












