Travelling from Manchester Airport (MHT) to Washington Dulles Airport (IAD): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Manchester Airport to Washington Dulles Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 55 minutes.
Manchester and Washington DC follow the same timezone, UTC-5.
Flights from MHT to IAD start from 09:40 — the earliest with United Airlines. The last departure is at 18:59 with United Airlines. Overall, you can take your pick of 16 weekly Manchester Airport to Washington Dulles Airport flights.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your MHT to IAD flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months like October. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
United offers direct flights from Manchester Airport to Washington Dulles Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to check out the sights in Washington DC — and maybe even more of the United States if time allows.
The majority of travellers choose to travel with United on this route.
With 78.43% of services landing on schedule, United is the most punctual carrier offering MHT to IAD flights.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Manchester Airport to Washington Dulles Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here are some options between MHT and IAD:
Charlotte Douglas Airport
New York Newark Airport
Philadelphia International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Manchester Airport (MHT) to Washington Dulles Airport (IAD)
R 1,562 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Manchester Airport to Washington Dulles Airport flight. A return flight starts at R 3,134. These fares may change depending on availability.
To get cheap tickets from MHT to IAD, reserve your journey one month ahead of your departure.
June is the cheapest month for flights from Manchester Airport to Washington Dulles Airport. If you need to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for every month.
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Handy information about Manchester Airport (MHT)
You'll find MHT at One Airport Road.
Manchester Airport earns top marks for its on-time performance. 81% of flights that depart MHT land on time.
Manchester Airport is about 6 kilometres from central Manchester. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of around 30 minutes when using public transport.
Booked an early flight from Manchester Airport to Washington Dulles Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels close to MHT:
Arriving at Washington Dulles Airport (IAD)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Manchester Airport to Washington Dulles Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near IAD instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Washington Dulles Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Sixt and explore beyond Washington DC's usual tourist stops.
For the lowest price, book your vehicle from Washington Dulles Airport about one week ahead.
Getting from Washington Dulles Airport (IAD) to central Washington DC
The street 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.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to Washington Dulles Airport (IAD)
July is the busiest month for flights from Manchester Airport to Washington Dulles Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, travel to Washington DC in February.
Lock in your flight from Manchester Airport to Washington Dulles Airport for July if you want to explore Washington DC during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from MHT to IAD in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC (21ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) on average.
Explore more of the United States
Washington DC has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of the United States you'll want to see. Around 322 kilometres north-east of Washington DC, a trip to New York will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like Central Park, Statue of Liberty and Metropolitan Museum of Art.
Philadelphia is another essential stop in the United States and is around 193 kilometres north-east of Washington DC. No trip is complete without dropping by Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
