Travelling from Washington DC to Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC): What you need to know
Start planning your holiday by looking up the best place to catch your flight from Washington DC to Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC). Explore your options for setting off from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) or Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD), the city's main airports.
The timezone in Anchorage is UTC-8, which is four hours behind Washington DC. Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport is located in Anchorage.
Your flight from Washington DC to ANC won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Peak travel periods mean busier airports, so aim to get there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to keep to your schedule.
Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
DCA is about 8 kilometres from central Washington DC. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 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 45 minutes.
In search of a convenient hotel near Ronald Reagan National Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Washington DC to Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
76.44% of flights taking off from Ronald Reagan National Airport make it to their destination on time.
DCA is located at 1 Aviation Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
You can book a direct Washington DC to Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC) plane ticket out of Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). Work out whether departing from IAD makes the most sense for you.
United Airlines has direct flights from Washington DC to ANC out of IAD. Book your favourite aisle (or window) seat and get to your destination in a single stretch.
On the IAD to ANC route, United Airlines is the airline most travellers rely on.
You can arrive at IAD from central Washington DC in approximately 50 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 10 minutes to cover the 56 kilometres or so.
Flying out early in the morning? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Washington Dulles International Airport the day before your Washington DC to ANC flight:
Washington Dulles International Airport has an on-time performance of 74.39%. This figure sheds light on how frequently flights that depart from this airport make it to their destination on schedule.
IAD is located at 1 Saarinen Circle.
Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)
From central Washington DC, BWI is around 48 kilometres away. It takes roughly 50 minutes to get there by car and 1 hour 30 minutes or so if you use public transport.
Set yourself up for a smooth departure — stay near Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport and know you'll reach the terminal with time to spare. Get comfy at one of these hotels the day before if you've booked an early Washington DC to Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport flight:
Flights that leave from BWI arrive at their final stop within the expected time frame 77.13% of the time.
About Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC)
Consider booking a hotel close to ANC if you're catching a late flight from Washington DC to Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Alamo, Budget or Enterprise to explore Anchorage and beyond.
For the best deal, reserve your ride around two weeks ahead of your Washington DC to Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport flight.
Getting from Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC) to central Anchorage
Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport is roughly 6 kilometres from central Anchorage. How long it takes to get there by car hire or cab depends on the time of day. Do a little research before your trip.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC)
R 3,263 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport. Return flights start from R 5,387. These fares can change based on availability and demand.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Washington DC to ANC. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
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The best time to fly from Washington DC to Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC)
Picture the kind of break you want when deciding the best time to fly. May is the quietest month to visit Anchorage. July is when most people book flights from Washington DC to Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC), which may be ideal if you're after more excitement.
The warmest month in Anchorage is July, with temperatures ranging between 4ºC (39ºF) and 17ºC (63ºF). Lock in your Washington DC to ANC plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Washington DC to Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport in January when temperatures are between -21ºC (-6ºF) and 0ºC (32ºF).
More about Anchorage
Once you've booked your flight from Washington DC to Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these options your base for exploring Anchorage:
Aurora Show and Chugach National Forest are just the start of the top attractions to put on your Anchorage must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race.
Explore more of the United States
Kalifornsky is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Anchorage. Around 113 kilometres away to the south-west, its best attractions include Big Eddy State Recreational Site, Arc Lake and Slikok Multi Use Trails.
Around 97 kilometres south-west of Anchorage, Kenai is another essential stop in the United States. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Kenai River, Kenai River Viewing Platform and Kenai River Flats Viewing Platform.
