Travelling from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Mangalore Airport (IXE): what you need to know
Mangalore's timezone is UTC+5:30, which makes Mangalore nine hours 30 minutes ahead of Washington DC.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your IAD to IXE flight.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months such as April. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
If you'd love to tour a new city along the way, search for a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Washington Dulles International Airport to Mangalore Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Dubai Airport is a well-known stop between IAD and IXE.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Mangalore Airport (IXE)
At the moment, 398 € is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Washington Dulles International Airport to Mangalore Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 888 €. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from IAD to IXE if you book early. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Mangalore Airport across the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your plans are flexible.
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Select your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Mangalore Airport.
Handy information about Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
IAD's address is 1 Saarinen Circle.
74.39% of flights that depart Washington Dulles International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Washington Dulles International Airport is around 56 kilometres from central Washington DC. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 3 hours 25 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Mangalore Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays near IAD:
Arriving at Mangalore Airport (IXE)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Washington Dulles International Airport to Mangalore Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near IXE instead:
Getting from Mangalore Airport (IXE) to central Mangalore
Mangalore Airport to central Mangalore has a drive time of around 10 minutes. It's approximately 6 kilometres away.
When to fly to Mangalore Airport (IXE)
The quietest month for a flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Mangalore Airport is April, while August is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Mangalore based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
The warmest month in Mangalore is April, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Book your flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Mangalore Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from IAD to IXE in January. Temperatures average between 21ºC (70ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF) then.
Explore more of India
Mangalore has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of India you should also see. Around 290 kilometres east of Mangalore, a trip to Bengaluru will keep your itinerary packed. Don't miss top attractions like Bangalore Palace, Cubbon Park and ISKCON Temple Bangalore.
Coimbatore is another must-experience destination in India and is around 306 kilometres south-east of Mangalore. No journey is complete without a visit to Marudamalai Temple, Perur Pateeswarar Temple and Vellingiri Hill Temple.