Travelling from Gdansk Lech Walesa Airport (GDN) to Washington DC: what you need to know
Gdansk Lech Walesa Airport is located in Gdansk. Based in the UTC-4 timezone, Washington DC is five hours behind Gdansk.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your GDN to Washington DC flight.
If you're jetting off during a major holiday or another peak period, allow for even more time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Security and check-in lines will be longer.
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GDN is about 11 kilometres from central Gdansk. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 55 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Gdansk Lech Walesa Airport to Washington DC? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near GDN:
Of the departures from Gdansk Lech Walesa Airport, 76.8% touch down on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Gdansk Lech Walesa Airport (GDN) to Washington DC
233 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Gdansk Lech Walesa Airport to Washington DC flight. A round-trip ticket right now is 347 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap flights from GDN to Washington DC, book ahead. Airlines generally offer lower fares when tickets are first released.
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Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) to the centre of Washington DC takes around 15 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 8 kilometres away.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Gdansk Lech Walesa Airport to Washington DC, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near DCA:
Explore without limits with a Ronald Reagan National Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Thrifty, Sixt or Dollar and find adventure across Washington DC and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Ronald Reagan National Airport about four weeks ahead of your flight from GDN to Washington DC.
You'll find DCA at 1 Aviation Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) is around 56 kilometres from central Washington DC. After your flight from Gdansk Lech Walesa Airport to Washington DC, it'll take you around 50 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you travel by public transport, you'll reach the centre in 1 hour 10 minutes or so.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near IAD. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your GDN to Washington DC flight:
No need to worry about public transport schedules or slow-moving cab lines. Grab a Washington Dulles International Airport rental car and take your journey in whatever direction you like. Check out the availability and rates from Dollar, Thrifty and Sixt.
Get what you want, not just what's left over. Securing your ride from IAD one week in advance often means more savings and a wider choice of vehicles.
Washington Dulles International Airport is located at 1 Saarinen Circle.
Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)
Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) is about 48 kilometres from the centre of Washington DC. It takes about 50 minutes to get to the city centre by ride-share or cab once you've stepped off your flight from Gdansk Lech Walesa Airport to Washington DC.
The journey takes around 1 hour 30 minutes if you use public transport.
If you don't want to make the journey to the centre, choose a hotel near BWI. Get settled at one of these options after your GDN to Washington DC flight:
Take the guesswork out of the next leg of your journey by picking up a Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport rental car. Dollar, Thrifty and Budget make getting on the road smooth sailing.
About two weeks ahead of your flight from Gdansk Lech Walesa Airport to Washington DC is a good time to book your vehicle from BWI. You're more likely to lock in a better rate or score some early bird savings.
Best time to go to Washington DC
Travel to Washington DC during high season if you like a lively atmosphere, but remember that prices may be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Gdansk Lech Walesa Airport to Washington DC during the off-season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
When booking your Gdansk Lech Walesa Airport to Washington DC plane ticket, think about what kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Washington DC, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from GDN to Washington DC around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Washington DC
Once you've booked your flight from Gdansk Lech Walesa Airport to Washington DC, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Washington DC:
The White House and White House Historical Association are a couple of top attractions to put on your Washington DC itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out National Mall.
Explore more of United States
New York is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Washington DC. Around 322 kilometres away to the north-east, check out popular attractions including Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Empire State Building.
Around 193 kilometres north-east of Washington DC, Philadelphia is another favourite stop in United States. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art.