Flying from Copenhagen Airport (CPH) to Washington Dulles Airport (IAD): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Copenhagen Airport to Washington Dulles Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 8 hours 50 minutes.
The timezone in Washington DC is UTC-5, which is six hours behind Copenhagen.
Flights from CPH to IAD start at 12:25 — the earliest with SAS. The last service of the day is at 17:30 with SAS. Overall, you can choose from five weekly Copenhagen Airport to Washington Dulles Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport on time to catch your CPH to IAD flight.
During popular months such as September, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
Scandinavian Airlines offers direct flights from Copenhagen Airport to Washington Dulles Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to see the sights in Washington DC — and maybe even more of the United States if you have time.
Most passengers choose to fly with Scandinavian Airlines on this route.
Scandinavian Airlines is the most punctual carrier that offers CPH to IAD flights, with 76.32% of its services arriving on schedule.
If you want to explore another city along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Copenhagen Airport to Washington Dulles Airport. These are the top stopovers between CPH and IAD:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
Dublin Airport
Edinburgh Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Copenhagen Airport (CPH) to Washington Dulles Airport (IAD)
292 € is the best price for a one-way Copenhagen Airport to Washington Dulles Airport flight. Return flights start from 465 €. These prices can change based on availability.
To get cheap tickets from CPH to IAD, book your trip six months before your departure date.
Organise your trip for November. That's the cheapest month for flights from Copenhagen Airport to Washington Dulles Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
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Handy information about Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
Copenhagen Airport maintains a solid on-time performance, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from CPH make it to their destination as scheduled 83% of the time.
Copenhagen Airport is around 8 kilometres from central Copenhagen. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of about 15 minutes on public transport.
Booked an early flight from Copenhagen Airport to Washington Dulles Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to CPH:
Arriving at Washington Dulles Airport (IAD)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Copenhagen Airport to Washington Dulles Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near IAD instead:
Travel at your own speed with a Washington Dulles Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Sixt and experience more of Washington DC and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride from Washington Dulles Airport around one week before your departure date.
When to fly to Washington Dulles Airport (IAD)
The quietest month for a flight from Copenhagen Airport to Washington Dulles Airport is February, while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Washington DC based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Book your flight from Copenhagen Airport to Washington Dulles Airport for July if you want to explore Washington DC during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF). Look for cheap tickets from CPH to IAD sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of the United States
New York is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be explored after you've experienced Washington DC. Around 322 kilometres away to the north-east, popular attractions include Central Park, Statue of Liberty and Metropolitan Museum of Art.
Philadelphia is another favourite destination in the United States and is around 193 kilometres north-east of Washington DC. No trip is complete without visiting Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art.