Travelling from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) to Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 4 hours 15 minutes.
The timezone in Washington DC is UTC-4, which is three hours ahead of Phoenix.
Each week, there are 29 Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport flights. If you'd like to get going early, go for the 00:48 American Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the last flight is at 23:52 with American Airlines.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your PHX to DCA flight.
Travelling during a peak time like July? School holidays and other high seasons can result in longer lines at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
American Airlines is your gateway to discovering Washington DC (and perhaps some other exciting parts of United States!). Check out the direct flights from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport offered by this popular airline.
American Airlines is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
American Airlines is the most punctual carrier that offers PHX to DCA flights. A reliable 89.71% of its departures on this route land on time.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between PHX and DCA include:
Lambert-St. Louis International Airport
General Mitchell International Airport
Nashville International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) to Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport flight is 74 €. A return plane ticket is currently 149 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To secure cheap tickets from PHX to DCA, reserve your trip six months ahead of your departure.
Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across every month.
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Handy information about Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
You'll find PHX at 3400 Sky Harbour Boulevard.
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport earns top marks for on-time performance. 82.57% of flights that depart PHX arrive at their destination on time.
To get to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport from central Phoenix, it'll take about 10 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 8 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Get your break off to a relaxed start by staying near PHX. Whether you've booked an early flight from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
If you have a late Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near DCA:
Pick up a Ronald Reagan National Airport rental car and discover Washington DC and beyond with your own wheels. Thrifty, Sixt and Dollar are popular providers to choose from here.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle from Ronald Reagan National Airport around four weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) to central Washington DC
You'll find DCA at 1 Aviation Circle.
Ronald Reagan National Airport is approximately 8 kilometres from central Washington DC. Driving there takes about 15 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of about 45 minutes.
When to fly to Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
The quietest month for a flight from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport is May, while February is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Washington DC based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Book your flight from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport for July if you'd like to explore Washington DC during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF). Look for cheap tickets from PHX to DCA sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of United States
New York is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be explored once you've seen Washington DC. Around 322 kilometres away to the north-east, its top attractions include 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.