Travelling from Washington DC to Mazatlan Gen Rafael Buelna International Airport (MZT): What you need to know
Mazatlan is two hours behind Washington DC. Mazatlan Gen Rafael Buelna International Airport is located in Mazatlan, which is in the UTC-7 timezone.
To ensure you get on your flight from Washington DC to MZT, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
If you're going away during a peak month like July, arrive at the terminal even earlier. It's smart to arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures. Security lines will be longer during peak periods like Christmas, New Year and spring break.
Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and possibly even explore a different city. When searching for cheap flights from Washington DC to MZT departing from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to discover where you can stop along the way. Here's where you could connect through:
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport (MSP)
Located around 6 kilometres from central Washington DC, DCA can be reached in about 10 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 25 minutes.
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Of the flights that depart from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, 71% arrive on time at their destination.
You'll find DCA at 1 Aviation Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Tick a new place off your list or just take a moment to recharge with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Washington DC to Mazatlan Gen Rafael Buelna International Airport, check out these options when leaving from Washington Dulles International Airport:
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
IAD is around 40 kilometres from central Washington DC. It'll take you 45 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
Catching the earliest flight? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Washington Dulles International Airport the day before your Washington DC to MZT flight:
77% of flights out of Washington Dulles International Airport meet their expected arrival time.
IAD is located at 1 Saarinen Circle.
Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI)
You can book a plane ticket from Washington DC to Mazatlan Gen Rafael Buelna International Airport (MZT) with one or more stops leaving from Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI). Here are some of the most common stopovers between BWI and MZT:
Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport (MSP)
From the centre of Washington DC, BWI is around 48 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 40 minutes to reach the airport by car and 50 minutes or so if you're on public transport.
Sleep a little longer, move a little slower, and still make your Washington DC to Mazatlan Gen Rafael Buelna International Airport flight with time to spare. These accommodation options near Baltimore Washington International Airport make departure day a breeze if you're jetting off early:
Flights that leave from BWI arrive at their final stop within the scheduled time frame 77% of the time.
About Mazatlan Gen Rafael Buelna International Airport (MZT)
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To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle around two weeks ahead of your Washington DC to Mazatlan Gen Rafael Buelna International Airport flight.
Getting from Mazatlan Gen Rafael Buelna International Airport (MZT) to central Mazatlan
Central Mazatlan is around 24 kilometres from Mazatlan Gen Rafael Buelna International Airport and takes about 25 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for getting into town, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Mazatlan Gen Rafael Buelna International Airport (MZT)
R 2,995 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Mazatlan Gen Rafael Buelna International Airport. Return flights start at R 7,489. These fares may change depending on demand.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Washington DC to MZT if you book in advance. Airlines often have some excellent early bird deals.
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The best time to fly from Washington DC to Mazatlan Gen Rafael Buelna International Airport (MZT)
April is the most popular month for flights from Washington DC to Mazatlan Gen Rafael Buelna International Airport (MZT). Visit Mazatlan in December if you'd rather avoid peak season.
Lock in a Washington DC to MZT plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Mazatlan to range from 25ºC (77ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Washington DC to Mazatlan Gen Rafael Buelna International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).
More about Mazatlan
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Mazatlan right here. Check out these hotels after you've booked your flight from Washington DC to Mazatlan Gen Rafael Buelna International Airport:
Your Mazatlan trip should come with a bit of sightseeing. Top attractions worth exploring include Malecón, Malecon and Playa Las Gaviotas.
Explore more of Mexico
Culiacan is just one of the many places in Mexico waiting to be explored once you've seen Mazatlan. Around 209 kilometres away to the northwest, popular attractions include paseo del río Sinaloa Park, Jardin Botanico Culiacan and Reserva Ecologica.
Around 225 kilometres southeast of Mazatlan, Tepic is another essential stop in Mexico. Start your sightseeing at Museo Regional de Nayarit, Zocalo Park and Antropología e Historia.
