Flying from Miami International Airport (MIA) to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 35 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Miami International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport.
Miami and Washington DC are in the UTC-4 timezone. This means you won't need to account for any time differences.
Choose from 11 weekly Miami International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport flights. The 08:50 departure with United Airlines is the earliest flight you can take. United Airlines operates the last service of the day at 13:47.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your MIA to IAD flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
United Airlines is your gateway to discovering Washington DC (and maybe even some other great parts of United States!). Check out the direct flights from Miami International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport offered by this popular carrier.
The majority of travellers choose to travel with United Airlines on this route.
With a reliable 83.9% of services arriving on schedule, United Airlines has the best on-time record for MIA to IAD flights.
If you'd like to break up your flight, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Miami International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between MIA and IAD:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Jacksonville International Airport
Orlando International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Miami International Airport (MIA) to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
$84 is the best price for a one-way Miami International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport flight. A return flight starts from $168. These fares can change based on demand.
Book six months before travelling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from MIA to IAD.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Miami International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport. If you need to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
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Handy information about Miami International Airport (MIA)
MIA is located at 4200 N.W. 21 Street.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Miami International Airport, data shows 76.14% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Central Miami to Miami International Airport is approximately 16 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Expect a trip time of about 1 hour 20 minutes when using public transport.
Get your break off to a relaxed start by staying near MIA. Whether you've booked an early flight from Miami International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Reserve a hotel near IAD if you have a late Miami International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Washington Dulles International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Sixt and explore beyond Washington DC's main sights.
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Washington Dulles International Airport about one week before your departure date.
Getting from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to central Washington DC
You'll find IAD at 1 Saarinen Circle.
From Washington Dulles International Airport, Washington DC is approximately 56 kilometres away. It takes around 50 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It'll take around 3 hours 25 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
The quietest month for a flight from Miami International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport is January, while April is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Washington DC based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
When reserving your flight from Miami International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport, consider the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Washington DC, with the temperature ranging from 19ºC to 33ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -6ºC and 10ºC. Look for cheap tickets from MIA to IAD sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United States
Washington DC is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of United States you'll want to see. Around 322 kilometres north-east of Washington DC, a trip to New York will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Empire State Building.
If you want to check out another corner of United States, consider Philadelphia, about 193 kilometres north-east of Washington DC. Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art are highlights.