Flying from Anchorage International Airport (ANC) to Washington Dulles Airport (IAD): what you need to know
Around 6 hours 55 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Anchorage International Airport to Washington Dulles Airport.
Washington DC is four hours ahead of Anchorage and is in the UTC-5 timezone.
To ensure you catch your ANC to IAD flight, leave enough 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.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
United has direct flights from Anchorage International Airport to Washington Dulles Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to check out the sights in Washington DC — and maybe even more of the United States if time allows.
United is the most frequently booked airline on this route.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Anchorage International Airport to Washington Dulles Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between ANC and IAD include:
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
Seattle / Tacoma International Airport
Minneapolis St Paul Airport
Handy information about Anchorage International Airport (ANC)
Anchorage International Airport maintains a solid on-time record, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from ANC arrive at their destination as scheduled 81% of the time.
Anchorage International Airport is about 11 kilometres from central Anchorage. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel close to ANC? If you've booked an early flight from Anchorage International Airport to Washington Dulles Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Washington Dulles Airport (IAD)
Consider staying in a hotel close to IAD if you're catching a late Anchorage International Airport to Washington Dulles Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Hit the road running by picking up a Washington Dulles Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Sixt and explore beyond Washington DC's usual tourist stops.
Reserving your vehicle from Washington Dulles Airport around one week ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Washington Dulles Airport (IAD) to central Washington DC
You'll find IAD at 1 Saarinen Circle.
Washington Dulles Airport is approximately 40 kilometres from central Washington DC. The drive time takes around 45 minutes.
It typically takes 1 hour 10 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Washington Dulles Airport (IAD)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Anchorage International Airport to Washington Dulles Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Washington DC. If you'd like a quieter vibe, go in February.
Book your flight from Anchorage International Airport to Washington Dulles Airport for July if you want to go to Washington DC during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ANC to IAD in January. Temperatures average between -6ºC (21ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) then.
Explore more of the United States
Washington DC has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of the United States you'll want to see. Around 322 kilometres north-east of Washington DC, a trip to New York will keep you busy. Start with leading attractions like Central Park, Statue of Liberty and Metropolitan Museum of Art.
Around 193 kilometres north-east of Washington DC, Philadelphia is another essential stop in the United States. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art.