Flying from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Grantley Adams International Airport (BGI): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Grantley Adams International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 4 hours 45 minutes.
Washington DC and Bridgetown are in the same timezone, UTC-4.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your IAD to BGI flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month like April? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
United Airlines has direct flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Grantley Adams International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to tick off the sights in Bridgetown — and maybe even more of Barbados if your schedule allows.
Most passengers choose to fly with United Airlines on this route.
With an impressive 88.89% of services landing on schedule, United Airlines has the best on-time performance for IAD to BGI flights.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Washington Dulles International Airport to Grantley Adams International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here are some options between IAD and BGI:
Luis Munoz Marin International Airport
Newark Liberty International Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Grantley Adams International Airport (BGI)
Currently, 158 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Washington Dulles International Airport to Grantley Adams International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 396 €. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book two months before travelling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from IAD to BGI.
The cheapest month for flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Grantley Adams International Airport is January. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from IAD to BGI by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
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Handy information about Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
The address for IAD is 1 Saarinen Circle.
Of the flights that depart from Washington Dulles International Airport, 74.39% touch down on time at their destination.
Central Washington DC to Washington Dulles International Airport is around 56 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 50 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 3 hours 25 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Grantley Adams International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to IAD:
Arriving at Grantley Adams International Airport (BGI)
Consider booking a hotel close to BGI if you're on a late Washington Dulles International Airport to Grantley Adams International Airport flight. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Grab a Grantley Adams International Airport rental car and explore Bridgetown and beyond with your own wheels. Drive A Matic, Stoutes and BAJAN CAR RENTALS are popular outlets to choose from here.
Reserving your vehicle from Grantley Adams International Airport about two weeks in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Grantley Adams International Airport (BGI) to central Bridgetown
From Grantley Adams International Airport, Bridgetown is approximately 16 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When to fly to Grantley Adams International Airport (BGI)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Grantley Adams International Airport. March is the busiest month to visit Bridgetown. If you're after a more laid-back vibe, go in May.
Lock in your flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Grantley Adams International Airport for September if you want to go to Bridgetown during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 27ºC (81ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
February sees average temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Look for cheap tickets from IAD to BGI sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Barbados
Speightstown is just one of the many cities in Barbados waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Bridgetown. Around 18 kilometres away to the north, check out popular attractions including Arlington House Museum, Tiyi By Design Art Jewellery Studio and Jetski Barbados - Jetski Tours & Excursions.
Around 10 kilometres east of Bridgetown, Oistins is another essential stop in Barbados. Experience major highlights starting with Banks Beer BreweryTour & Souvenir Shop, Errol Barrow Roundabout and The Paradise Nature Park.