Flying from Washington DC to Nassau Lynden Pindling International Airport (NAS): What you need to know
You can choose from a range of airports when planning your flight from Washington DC to Nassau Lynden Pindling International Airport (NAS). Check out your options for taking off from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) and Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI).
The average time for a direct Washington DC to Nassau Lynden Pindling International Airport flight is 2 hours 55 minutes.
Washington DC and Nassau (where Nassau Lynden Pindling International Airport is located) share the UTC-5 timezone. That means you won't need to adjust your watch once you arrive.
You can choose from 9 direct flights every week between Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) and Nassau Lynden Pindling International Airport (NAS). This is the busiest route, with American Airlines offering a 8:10am departure from DCA to NAS.
To ensure you catch your flight from Washington DC to NAS, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Popular months like July or holiday times such as Christmas and spring break will mean bigger lines at check-in and security. If you're travelling then, play it safe and head to the terminal even earlier. Arriving two hours before domestic flights and up four hours ahead of international flights is a smart move.
Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)
You can take a direct flight from Washington DC to Nassau Lynden Pindling International Airport (NAS) out of Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA).
American Airlines is a well-known airline that operates direct flights from Washington DC to Nassau Lynden Pindling International Airport leaving from DCA.
American Airlines is the airline with the highest passenger demand for flights from DCA to NAS.
American Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating on this route, with 79.07% of its services reaching their destination on time.
DCA is about 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. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 25 minutes.
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Of all flights departing from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, 71% land on schedule at their destination.
DCA's address is 1 Aviation Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Looking to fly out of Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)? Direct Washington DC to Nassau Lynden Pindling International Airport (NAS) plane tickets can be booked from this popular hub.
United Airlines operates direct flights from Washington DC to NAS out of IAD. Book your favourite window seat and reach your destination in one go.
United is the top choice for passengers flying from IAD to NAS.
With 69.57% of services landing as planned, United is the most punctual carrier flying between Washington Dulles International Airport and Nassau Lynden Pindling International Airport.
Cross another spot off your travel list or just take some time to unwind with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Washington DC to Nassau Lynden Pindling International Airport, browse these options when departing from Washington Dulles International Airport:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)
Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
On public transport, you can travel from central Washington DC to IAD in around 1 hour 10 minutes. The airport is roughly 40 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 45 minutes.
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Washington Dulles International Airport has an on-time performance of 77%. This figure provides insight into how often flights that take off from this airport arrive on time.
IAD is located at 1 Saarinen Circle.
Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI)
Begin your travels at Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI) and go straight to your destination without any layovers. You can book direct flights from Washington DC to Nassau Lynden Pindling International Airport out of here.
Southwest Airlines is one well-known airline that offers direct Washington DC to NAS plane tickets from BWI.
The airline most travellers choose when flying between BWI and NAS is Southwest Airlines.
With an impressive 100.0% of services arriving as planned, Southwest Airlines is the leading carrier for punctuality on this route.
From the centre of Washington DC, BWI is around 48 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 40 minutes to arrive by car and 50 minutes or so if you take public transport.
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Flights that take off from BWI arrive at their final stop as scheduled 77% of the time.
About Nassau Lynden Pindling International Airport (NAS)
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To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride around four weeks ahead of your Washington DC to Nassau Lynden Pindling International Airport flight.
Getting from Nassau Lynden Pindling International Airport (NAS) to central Nassau
Central Nassau is around 16 kilometres from Nassau Lynden Pindling International Airport and takes about 25 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for heading into the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
Travelling by public transport typically takes 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Nassau Lynden Pindling International Airport (NAS)
Right now, R 1,942 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Nassau Lynden Pindling International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 5,910. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Washington DC to NAS if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.
Affordable Washington DC to Nassau Lynden Pindling International Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across every month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Washington DC to Nassau Lynden Pindling International Airport (NAS)
It's time to decide your travel dates for your flight from Washington DC to Nassau Lynden Pindling International Airport (NAS). March is when most people visit Nassau. If you prefer a quieter vibe, think about going in September.
The warmest month in Nassau is August, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your Washington DC to NAS plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January sees temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Washington DC to Nassau Lynden Pindling International Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Nassau
Once you've booked your flight from Washington DC to Nassau Lynden Pindling International Airport, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Nassau:
Beautiful beach and Beach are just the start of the top attractions to put on your Nassau travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Marine Habitat at Atlantis.
Explore more of the Bahamas
Around 209 kilometres northwest of Nassau, Freeport is another essential stop in the Bahamas. Start your sightseeing at Grand Bahama Wall, Taino Beach and Xanadu Beach.


