Travelling from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Douala Airport (DLA): what you need to know
Douala is five hours ahead of Washington DC and observes the UTC+1 timezone.
To ensure you catch your IAD to DLA flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months such as April. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Washington Dulles International Airport to Douala Airport. These are the top stopovers between IAD and DLA:
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Brussels Airport
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Douala Airport (DLA)
420 € is the lowest price for a one-way Washington Dulles International Airport to Douala Airport flight. A return flight starts at 801 €. These prices can change depending on demand.
It's often best to book early if you want to get cheap tickets from IAD to DLA. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
Finding cheap flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Douala Airport is easier if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest prices across the month and bag a great deal.
Save time searching for cheap flights from IAD to DLA by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your trip using filters. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Douala Airport.
Handy information about Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
The address for IAD is 1 Saarinen Circle.
74.39% of flights taking off from Washington Dulles International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Washington Dulles International Airport is about 56 kilometres from central Washington DC. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 50 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of roughly 3 hours 25 minutes on public transport.
Catching an early flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Douala Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels near IAD:
Arriving at Douala Airport (DLA)
Consider booking a hotel close to DLA if you're catching a late Washington Dulles International Airport to Douala Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Grab a Douala Airport rental car and discover parts of Douala that aren't on every traveller's list. Book your wheels with Avis.
Reserve your ride from Douala Airport at least a few weeks in advance to get the lowest price. If you're going away during a peak period, you may want to book even earlier.
Getting from Douala Airport (DLA) to central Douala
Douala Airport to the centre of Douala has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 10 kilometres away.
When to fly to Douala Airport (DLA)
August is the busiest month for flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Douala Airport. To avoid the crowds, go to Douala in February.
The warmest month in Douala is February, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Book your flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Douala Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from IAD to DLA in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) on average.
Explore more of Cameroon
You've seen Douala, now it's time to discover other corners of Cameroon. Journey about 193 kilometres east to Yaounde to tick off its leading attractions. From National Museum of Yaounde (Le Musee National de Yaounde) to Mvog-Betsi Zoo and Benedictine Museum of Mont-Febe, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're looking to explore another corner of Cameroon, consider Bamenda, about 209 kilometres north of Douala. Mile 1 junction upstation, Sisia Waterfalls and Mile 4 park are among the biggest draws.