Travelling from Washington DC to RG Mugabe International Airport (HRE): What you need to know
Organising your flight from Washington DC to RG Mugabe International Airport (HRE) begins with finding the right airport to start your journey from. Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA), Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) and Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) are the main departure points in Washington DC.
RG Mugabe International Airport is located in Harare. The city follows the UTC+2 timezone and is six hours ahead of Washington DC.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Get to the airport on time to board your flight from Washington DC to HRE.
During high season, allow for extended wait times and get there earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international trips.
Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
Travelling from central Washington DC to DCA takes about 45 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 8 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
In search of a comfortable hotel close to Ronald Reagan National Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Washington DC to RG Mugabe International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping a quick hop from check-in:
Of the departures from Ronald Reagan National Airport, 76.44% touch down on time at their destination.
DCA is located at 1 Aviation Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Squeeze in an extra adventure with a stopover on your flight from Washington DC to RG Mugabe International Airport. Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) is a great option between Washington Dulles International Airport and HRE.
IAD is around 56 kilometres from central Washington DC. It'll take 50 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 10 minutes.
Start your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before your Washington DC to HRE flight, kick back in one of these hotels near Washington Dulles International Airport:
As far as flight punctuality goes, Washington Dulles International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 74.39%.
You'll find IAD 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 arrive by car and 1 hour 30 minutes or so if you're on public transport.
Take the uncertainty out of departure day — stay close to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport and know you'll be at your boarding gate with time to spare. Get settled at one of these hotels the day before if you've booked an early Washington DC to RG Mugabe International Airport flight:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that measures how often flights get to their destinations as expected. At BWI, that figure is 77.13%.
About RG Mugabe International Airport (HRE)
Reserve a hotel near HRE if you're catching a late flight from Washington DC to RG Mugabe International Airport. Select one of these accommodation options and be under the covers in no time flat:
Pick up a RG Mugabe International Airport rental car and discover Harare and beyond with your own wheels. Green Motion, Europcar and Budget are top outlets you can book with here.
To get the best deal, book your ride around three weeks in advance of your Washington DC to RG Mugabe International Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to RG Mugabe International Airport (HRE)
Right now, R 14,119 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to RG Mugabe International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 22,074. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Washington DC to HRE if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird rates.
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The best time to fly from Washington DC to RG Mugabe International Airport (HRE)
Picture the kind of break you want when planning the timing of your trip. April is the quietest month to visit Harare. June is when most people book flights from Washington DC to RG Mugabe International Airport (HRE), which may be perfect if you'd rather travel when it's busy.
The warmest month in Harare is October, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Lock in your Washington DC to HRE plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
July sees temperatures of between 7ºC (45ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Washington DC to RG Mugabe International Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Harare
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Harare right here. Explore these options once you've locked in your flight from Washington DC to RG Mugabe International Airport:
Matusadona National Park and National Botanic Gardens are just a couple of the major attractions to add to your Harare must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Thetford Game Reserve.
Explore more of Zimbabwe
Mutare is just one of the many places in Zimbabwe waiting to be discovered once you've seen Harare. Around 209 kilometres away to the south-east, well-known attractions include MURAHWA HILL NATURE RESERVE, Holy Trinity Catholic Cathedral and Murahwa Hill's.
If you're eager to discover another well-known destination in Zimbabwe, consider Gweru, about 225 kilometres south-west of Harare. Kumadhaka Adventure Park, Midlands Museum and Mutorashanga Quarry are among the biggest draws.
