Flying from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to New York: what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to New York and you'll be travelling for around 1 hour 25 minutes.
New York and Washington DC (where Washington Dulles International Airport is located) share the UTC-4 timezone. That means you won't need to adjust your watch when you arrive.
The most popular route is from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). There are 176 services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from IAD to JFK is the 08:15 United option. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the final departure is at 22:10 with United.
To ensure you get on your flight from IAD to New York, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Popular months like July or holiday periods such as spring break and Christmas will mean longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and head to the airport even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and up four hours ahead of international flights is wise.
Start your journey with a direct flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to New York. From IAD, you can fly without any stops to any of these New York airports:
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
Keep your eyes peeled for promotions from United. This airline has direct flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to New York.
When flying domestically within United States, you don't need a visa or passport. However, you'll have to present another form of identification, such as a driver's licence or ID card. Once you've booked cheap tickets from Washington Dulles International Airport to New York, make sure your ID is up to date.
Located around 56 kilometres from the centre of Washington DC, IAD can be reached in approximately 51 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport is roughly 3 hours and 26 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to IAD? If you're catching an early flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to New York, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to New York
ج.م. 2,285 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Washington Dulles International Airport to New York. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ج.م. 4,571. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To score cheap tickets from IAD to New York, reserve your journey 9 months before your planned departure.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Washington Dulles International Airport to New York. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across every month.
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Airports in New York
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to central New York is approximately 24 kilometres. It'll take you about 28 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour and 11 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to New York, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near EWR:
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) is about 48 kilometres from the centre of New York. Once you've hopped off your flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to New York, it'll take you around 48 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take around 1 hour and 20 minutes.
After your flight from IAD to New York, tuck yourself in at a hotel near JFK. These are some great options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to New York
August is the busiest month to catch a flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to New York while February is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to go to New York, consider the pace you prefer to travel at.
The warmest month in New York is July, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC and 30ºC. Lock in your flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to New York in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from IAD to New York in January when temperatures average between -6ºC and 8ºC.
More about New York
Start your New York trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to New York, check out our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Empire State Building are top attractions which should be on any well-planned New York itinerary.
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