Travelling from Washington DC to Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport (GSP): What you need to know
Start your trip planning by looking up where you'll catch your flight from Washington DC to Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport (GSP). Explore your options for setting off from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) or Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD), two of the city's main airports.
Expect to be in the air for 1 hour 40 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct Washington DC to Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport flight.
Washington DC and Greenville (where Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport is located) share the UTC-5 timezone. That means you won't need to adjust your watch once you land.
The most popular route is from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport (GSP), with 20 direct weekly services. If you're looking to take off without delay, the earliest flight from DCA to GSP is the 8:10am American Airlines service. If you're looking to take off later, the last departure is at 10:01pm with American Airlines.
To ensure you get on your flight from Washington DC to GSP, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
With more people on the move during busy periods like July, be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and as much as four for international journeys will help you stay ahead of the crowds. Remember things also get busy during major holidays like July Fourth.
Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)
Enjoy an uninterrupted journey from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA). Nonstop flights from Washington DC to Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport (GSP) can be booked from here.
You can lock in a direct flight from Washington DC to Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport with American Airlines. This top airline operates departures from DCA.
The preferred airline for passengers flying between DCA and GSP is American Airlines.
Among carriers on this route, American Airlines has the best track record for timely arrivals.
DCA is around 6 kilometres from central Washington DC. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 25 minutes.
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When it comes to the on-time performance of Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, 71% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
The address for DCA is 1 Aviation Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Planning to leave from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)? Direct Washington DC to Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport (GSP) plane tickets can be booked from here.
United Airlines operates direct flights from Washington DC to GSP leaving from IAD. Book your favourite window (or aisle) seat and arrive at your destination in a single hop.
United is the most frequently booked airline flying from IAD to GSP.
The carrier with the best on-time performance is United. Its Washington Dulles International Airport to Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport flights arrive as scheduled 66.47% of the time.
Using public transport, you can travel from central Washington DC to IAD in about 1 hour 10 minutes. The terminal is roughly 40 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 45 minutes.
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77% of flights departing Washington Dulles International Airport make it to their destination as expected.
You'll find IAD at 1 Saarinen Circle.
Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI)
Start your journey at Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI) and go straight to your destination without any layovers. You can book direct flights from Washington DC to Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport from here.
Southwest Airlines is one well-known airline that offers direct Washington DC to GSP plane tickets from BWI.
The top choice among passengers flying between BWI and GSP is Southwest Airlines.
With 79.02% of services arriving as scheduled, Southwest Airlines is the most punctual carrier on this route.
The journey to BWI from the centre of Washington DC is around 50 minutes by public transport. If you're in a car, it'll take you about 40 minutes to cover the 48 kilometres or so.
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Flights that leave from BWI arrive at their destination on schedule 77% of the time.
About Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport (GSP)
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GSP is located at 2000 GPS Drive, Suite 1.
Getting from Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport (GSP) to central Greenville
Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport is around 23 kilometres from central Greenville. It takes around 25 minutes or so to drive to the city.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport (GSP)
R 1,463 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport. A return flight starts at R 2,883. These prices can change based on availability.
To find cheap flights from Washington DC to GSP, book in advance. Airlines typically offer lower fares when flights are first released.
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The best time to fly from Washington DC to Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport (GSP)
July is the most popular month for flights from Washington DC to Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport (GSP). Visit Greenville in January if you prefer a quieter experience.
Book a Washington DC to GSP plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Greenville to range from 19ºC (66ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Washington DC to Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport in January when temperatures are between -3ºC (27ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF).
More about Greenville
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There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be hard to work out where to begin. Falls Park on the Reedy, Unity Park and Upcountry History Museum are popular attractions which should feature on any well-planned Greenville itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
You've done Greenville, now it's time to discover other parts of the United States. Journey around 129 kilometres east to Charlotte to check off its leading sights. From Bechtler Museum of Modern Art to Discovery Place and NASCAR Hall of Fame, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you're eager to discover another side of the United States, consider Atlanta, about 241 kilometres southwest of Greenville. Georgia Aquarium, Birth Home of Martin Luther King, Jr and Fox Theatre are key reasons to visit.