Flying from Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI) to Anchorage International Airport (ANC): what you need to know
Anchorage's timezone is UTC-9, making Anchorage four hours behind Washington DC.
To ensure you catch your BWI to ANC flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You can expect longer queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Baltimore Washington International Airport to Anchorage International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between BWI and ANC:
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
Seattle / Tacoma International Airport
Minneapolis St Paul Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI) to Anchorage International Airport (ANC)
Right now, 191 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Baltimore Washington International Airport to Anchorage International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 383 €. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from BWI to ANC if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird discounts.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price in each month when searching for a flight from Baltimore Washington International Airport to Anchorage International Airport.
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Handy information about Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI)
Of the flights that depart from Baltimore Washington International Airport, 77% arrive on time at their destination.
Central Washington DC to Baltimore Washington International Airport is approximately 48 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 40 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel near BWI? If you're boarding an early flight from Baltimore Washington International Airport to Anchorage International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Anchorage International Airport (ANC)
If you have a late Baltimore Washington International Airport to Anchorage International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these options near ANC:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Anchorage International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Alamo, Budget or Enterprise and experience the lesser-explored corners of Anchorage and beyond.
For the best deal, book your ride from Anchorage International Airport about two weeks before your trip.
Getting from Anchorage International Airport (ANC) to central Anchorage
Anchorage International Airport is approximately 11 kilometres from central Anchorage. Driving there takes about 15 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
When to fly to Anchorage International Airport (ANC)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Baltimore Washington International Airport to Anchorage International Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Anchorage. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Anchorage is July, with the temperature ranging between 5ºC (41ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF). Book your flights from Baltimore Washington International Airport to Anchorage International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap tickets from BWI to ANC in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -22ºC (-8ºF) and 0ºC (32ºF) on average.
Explore more of the United States
You've seen Anchorage, now it's time to discover more of the United States. Travel around 418 kilometres north to Fairbanks to tick off its leading sights. From Aurora Park to S.S. Nenana Sternwheeler Riverboat and Georgeson Botanical Garden, your itinerary will be busy.
Always wanted to visit Wolf Song of Alaska? Then set off for Eagle River. Another favourite destination in the United States, it's located roughly 21 kilometres north-east of Anchorage.