Travelling from Washington DC to Lincoln Airport (LNK): What you need to know
Your trip gets off the ground at one of Washington DC's main airports, Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) or Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). Explore the options for booking a flight from Washington DC to Lincoln Airport (LNK) taking off from either of these.
Lincoln Airport is located in Lincoln. The city operates on the UTC-5 timezone and is one hour behind Washington DC.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport on time to board your flight from Washington DC to LNK.
If you're jetting off during a major holiday or other peak period, give yourself more time. Arrive two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at check-in and security will be longer.
Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
Located around 8 kilometres from the centre of Washington DC, DCA can be reached in about 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 45 minutes.
Have an early flight from Washington DC to Lincoln Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get a little more snooze time) by staying at one of these stays close to Ronald Reagan National Airport:
76.44% of flights that leave from Ronald Reagan National Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
You'll find DCA at 1 Aviation Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
IAD is about 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.
Kick off your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Washington DC to LNK flight, stay in one of these hotels near Washington Dulles International Airport:
Washington Dulles International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 74.39%. This figure highlights how frequently flights that leave from this airport land on time.
The street address for IAD is 1 Saarinen Circle.
Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)
The journey time to BWI from central Washington DC is around 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport. If you're going by car, it'll take you about 50 minutes to cover the 48 kilometres or so.
Take the uncertainty out of departure day — stay close to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport and know you'll reach the terminal with time to spare. Settle in at one of these hotels the day before if you've booked an early Washington DC to Lincoln Airport flight:
The on-time performance rate of BWI is 77.13%. In simpler terms, that's how often flights departing this airport reach their final stop as planned.
About Lincoln Airport (LNK)
Consider staying in a hotel near LNK if you have a late flight from Washington DC to Lincoln Airport. Choose one of these options and get some sleep sooner:
Follow your own route with a Lincoln Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Payless, Avis or Hertz and find adventure across Lincoln and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle around two weeks ahead of your Washington DC to Lincoln Airport flight.
You'll find LNK at 2400 West Adams Street.
Getting from Lincoln Airport (LNK) to central Lincoln
Lincoln Airport is about 6 kilometres from central Lincoln. How long it takes to get to the centre in a car hire or cab will depend on the time of day. Do some research before your trip.
It takes around 30 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Lincoln Airport (LNK)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Lincoln Airport is R 2,389. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 4,692. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Washington DC to LNK if you book in advance. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird discounts.
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The best time to fly from Washington DC to Lincoln Airport (LNK)
October is the busiest month for flights from Washington DC to Lincoln Airport (LNK). Visit Lincoln in February for a quieter experience.
Lock in a Washington DC to LNK plane ticket departing in July if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Lincoln to range from 16ºC (61ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Washington DC to Lincoln Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC (10ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF).
More about Lincoln
Start your Lincoln trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Washington DC to Lincoln Airport, check out our range of accommodation options including:
All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. Hyde Observatory, Museum of American Speed and Lied Centre for Performing Arts are essential stops on your Lincoln itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
Kansas City is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be explored after you've seen Lincoln. Around 274 kilometres away to the south-east, its best attractions include Jazz 1, National WWI Museum and Memorial and Jazz Pantheon.
Des Moines is another sought-after destination in the United States and is around 274 kilometres east of Lincoln. No journey is complete without seeing Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden, Science Centre of Iowa & Blank IMAX Dome Theatre and State Historical Museum.