Flying from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Castries: what you need to know
Castries is one hour ahead of Washington DC, where Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport is located. Castries observes the UTC-4 timezone.
Give yourself enough time to make your DCA to Castries flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, it's wise to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during high season in general.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save on your plane ticket from DCA to Castries. All you need to do is deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Located around 6 kilometres from the centre of Washington DC, DCA can be reached in about 10 minutes by car (depending on traffic). Travelling on public transport takes roughly 25 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport to Castries? Avoid rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to DCA:
When it comes to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport's on-time performance, data shows 71% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
DCA is located at 1 Aviation Circle.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Castries
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport to Castries flight is 157 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 459 €. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from DCA to Castries if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird discounts.
Landing cheap tickets from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport to Castries is easier if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to access the lowest prices throughout the month and walk away with a sweet deal.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from DCA to Castries by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
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Airports in Castries
St Lucia Hewnorra International Airport (UVF)
The distance from St Lucia Hewnorra International Airport (UVF) to central Castries is roughly 72 kilometres. It'll take you about 1 hour 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre by public transport typically takes 2 hours.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport to Castries, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near UVF:
For the best deal, book your vehicle from St Lucia Hewnorra International Airport about one week in advance of your flight from DCA to Castries.
Castries George F. L. Charles Airport (SLU)
Castries George F. L. Charles Airport (SLU) is about 3 kilometres from the centre of Castries. After your flight from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport to Castries, it'll take you around 10 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.
Public transport will get you there in about 15 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near SLU. Here are a few options where you can check in after your DCA to Castries flight:
Get exactly what you want. Reserving your ride from SLU one week ahead of time often means lower prices and a greater selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Castries
February is the busiest month for flights from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport to Castries. To avoid the crowds, head to Castries in September.
The warmest month in Castries is September, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport to Castries plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
February sees average temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from DCA to Castries around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Castries
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Castries right here. Explore these options once you've locked in your flight from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport to Castries:
Malabar Beach and Vigie Beach are just a couple of the leading attractions to add to your Castries travel itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Morne Fortune.