Flying from Washington DC to Dubrovnik Airport (DBV): What you need to know
Planning your flight from Washington DC to Dubrovnik Airport (DBV) begins with finding the best airport to start your adventure from. Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA), Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) and Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) are the main terminals in Washington DC.
Dubrovnik is five hours ahead of Washington DC. Dubrovnik Airport is located in Dubrovnik, which operates on the UTC+1 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your flight from Washington DC to DBV.
Taking off during a peak time like school or public 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 Washington DC
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
Stopovers offer a great opportunity to discover a new place or just take a break during your travels. When searching for a cheap flight from Washington DC to DBV, uncheck 'Direct flights only' to compare all potential stops. Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) is an option when you're setting off from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA).
The journey from central Washington DC to DCA takes about 45 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 8 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
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Of all flights departing from Ronald Reagan National Airport, 76.44% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
You'll find DCA at 1 Aviation Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Add a little extra to your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Washington DC to Dubrovnik Airport. Check out these connections between Washington Dulles International Airport and DBV:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
IAD is around 56 kilometres from central Washington DC. It'll take you 50 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 10 minutes.
Got a crack-of-dawn departure? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Washington Dulles International Airport the day before your Washington DC to DBV flight:
When it comes to flight punctuality, Washington Dulles International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 74.39%.
The address for IAD is 1 Saarinen Circle.
Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)
Whether just for an hour or two or several days, a stopover can make your entire trip feel a little more stress-free. When jetting out of Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI), you can book a plane ticket from Washington DC to Dubrovnik Airport (DBV) with a stop at London Heathrow Airport (LHR).
BWI is around 48 kilometres from central Washington DC. The drive from the city centre to the terminal takes about 50 minutes. If you're thinking about using public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Skip the rush on your departure day — stay close to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport and know you'll get to the terminal with time to spare. Check in to one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early Washington DC to Dubrovnik Airport flight:
The on-time performance rate of BWI is 77.13%. In simpler terms, that's how frequently flights departing this airport reach their final stop as planned.
About Dubrovnik Airport (DBV)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Washington DC to Dubrovnik Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near DBV instead:
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Secure the lowest price by booking your ride around two weeks before your Washington DC to Dubrovnik Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Dubrovnik Airport (DBV)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Dubrovnik Airport is R 5,713. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 9,101. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To pick up cheap flights from Washington DC to DBV, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when tickets are first released.
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The best time to fly from Washington DC to Dubrovnik Airport (DBV)
August is the busiest month for flights from Washington DC to Dubrovnik Airport (DBV). Plan your visit to Dubrovnik in February if you'd rather avoid peak season.
Lock in a Washington DC to DBV plane ticket departing in August if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Dubrovnik to range from 21ºC (70ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Washington DC to Dubrovnik Airport in January when temperatures are between 2ºC (36ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF).
More about Dubrovnik
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Dubrovnik right here. Check out these hotels once you've booked your flight from Washington DC to Dubrovnik Airport:
Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. Old City of Dubrovnik, Dubrovnik Old Town and Dubrovnik City Walls are must-visits when exploring Dubrovnik.
Explore more of Croatia
You've done Dubrovnik, now it's time to discover other parts of Croatia. Travel about 177 kilometres north-west to Split to check off its must-visit sights. From Diocletian's Palace to Old Split and Blue lagoon boat tour - Sentinels, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Zadar is another favourite destination in Croatia and is around 306 kilometres north-west of Dubrovnik. No journey is complete without a visit to Plitvice National Park Full Day Tour from Zadar, Zadar Sunset and Zadar City Walls.