Flying from Washington DC to Aberdeen International Airport (ABZ): What you need to know
When looking for your flight from Washington DC to Aberdeen International Airport (ABZ), there's a good selection of airports to start your journey from. Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA), Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) and Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) are Washington DC's main terminals.
The timezone in Aberdeen is UTC+0, which is four hours ahead of Washington DC. Aberdeen International Airport is located in Aberdeen.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Washington DC to ABZ. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the mad dash to your gate.
Longer lines at check-in and security are more likely if you're travelling during high season, so allow a bit more breathing room. The recommendation for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
DCA is about 8 kilometres from central Washington DC. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 45 minutes.
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76.44% of flights taking off from Ronald Reagan National Airport reach their destination on time.
DCA is located at 1 Aviation Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Split up your flight from Washington DC to Aberdeen International Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or cross another place off your list. Popular stopovers between Washington Dulles International Airport and ABZ include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
On public transport, you can travel from central Washington DC to IAD in around 1 hour 10 minutes. The airport is roughly 56 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 50 minutes.
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When it comes to flight punctuality, Washington Dulles International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 74.39%.
You'll find IAD at 1 Saarinen Circle.
Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)
Whether just for an hour or two or a weekend, a stopover can make your journey feel a little more manageable. When jetting out of Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI), you can book a plane ticket from Washington DC to Aberdeen International Airport (ABZ) stopping at London Heathrow Airport (LHR).
The trip to BWI from the centre of Washington DC is around 1 hour 30 minutes by public transport. If you're in a car, it'll take you about 50 minutes to cover the 48 kilometres or so.
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The on-time performance rating of BWI is 77.13%. In other words, that's how frequently flights from this airport arrive at their final stop as planned.
About Aberdeen International Airport (ABZ)
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Getting from Aberdeen International Airport (ABZ) to central Aberdeen
Aberdeen International Airport to central Aberdeen is roughly 8 kilometres. If you're renting a car or getting a cab, do a little research to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times vary depending on traffic and the time of day.
It takes roughly 45 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Aberdeen International Airport (ABZ)
At the moment, 305 € is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Aberdeen International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 711 €. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from Washington DC to ABZ, book ahead. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
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The best time to fly from Washington DC to Aberdeen International Airport (ABZ)
June is the most popular month for flights from Washington DC to Aberdeen International Airport (ABZ). Visit Aberdeen in April if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.
The warmest month in Aberdeen is July, with temperatures ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF). Book your Washington DC to ABZ plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
Look for cheap tickets from Washington DC to Aberdeen International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF).
More about Aberdeen
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Your trip to Aberdeen isn't complete without checking out the sights. Leading attractions that belong on your itinerary include St. Andrew's Cathedral, Aberdeen beach front and RSPB Dolphinwatch.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
Aberdeen will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of the United Kingdom you'll want to see. Around 193 kilometres south-west of Aberdeen, a trip to Glasgow will keep you on the go. Don't miss top attractions like Hogmanay, Glasgow West End and Glasgow Cathedral.
Around 153 kilometres south-west of Aberdeen, Edinburgh is another essential stop in the United Kingdom. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Edinburgh Castle, Crown Jewels and Шотландия.
