Travelling from Lynden Pindling International Airport (NAS) to Washington DC: what you need to know
Expect to be in the air for 2 hours 58 minutes. That's the average time for a direct flight from Lynden Pindling International Airport to Washington DC.
Nassau (the location of Lynden Pindling International Airport) and Washington DC share the same timezone — UTC-4.
The busiest route is from Lynden Pindling International Airport (NAS) to Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA). There are 26 services every week between these two airports. If you want to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from NAS to DCA is the 10:57 American Airlines service. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the final departure is at 13:49 with American Airlines.
To ensure you get on your flight from NAS to Washington DC, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months such as July and other peak periods. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Begin your trip with a direct flight from Lynden Pindling International Airport to Washington DC. From NAS, you can fly without any stops to any of these Washington DC airports:
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)
Pick from a variety of airlines that offer direct flights from Lynden Pindling International Airport to Washington DC. Get on board with any of these:
Consider adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from NAS to Washington DC. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing the departures. Break up the journey at one of these airports:
Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
You'll need an embassy visa for United States if you hold a passport from Bahamas and are travelling for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements change frequently. So before you book your cheap ticket from Lynden Pindling International Airport to Washington DC, check with your airline as well as the destination country's local embassy or consulate for the most up-to-date information.
Central Nassau to NAS is approximately 13 kilometres. Depending on traffic conditions, it'll take you about 16 minutes to reach there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
After an easy start to your holiday? Stay near NAS. Whether you're taking an early flight from Lynden Pindling International Airport to Washington DC or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
How to find the cheapest flights from Lynden Pindling International Airport (NAS) to Washington DC
177 € is the best price for a one-way ticket from Lynden Pindling International Airport to Washington DC. Return flights start from 297 €. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
To pick up cheap tickets from NAS to Washington DC, book your trip 4 months ahead of your departure.
Organise your trip for December. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Lynden Pindling International Airport to Washington DC. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across each month.
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Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) to central Washington DC is approximately 8 kilometres. It takes about 16 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of about 43 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Lynden Pindling International Airport to Washington DC. Book one of these accommodation options near DCA instead:
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Central Washington DC is about 56 kilometres from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). After your flight from Lynden Pindling International Airport to Washington DC has hit the runway and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of about 51 minutes.
Travelling by public transport will take about 3 hours and 26 minutes.
There are some great places where you can rest ahead of your adventure near IAD. Settle in and get cosy after your flight from NAS to Washington DC at one of these well-located options:
Best time to go to Washington DC
July is the busiest month for flights from Lynden Pindling International Airport to Washington DC. To escape the crowds, head for Washington DC in May when it's quieter.
Lock in your flight from Lynden Pindling International Airport to Washington DC for July to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 19ºC to 33ºC.
Search for cheap flights from NAS to Washington DC in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -6ºC and 10ºC on average.
More about Washington DC
Start your Washington DC trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Lynden Pindling International Airport to Washington DC, explore our selection of hotels including:
White House Historical Association and The White House are just the start of the major attractions to put on your Washington DC travel itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at National Mall.
Complete your Washington DC trip with a car rental
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