Flying from Washington DC to Patrick Leahy Burlington International Airport (BTV): What you need to know
Kick off your journey at one of Washington DC's main airports, Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) or Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). Check out your options for booking a flight from Washington DC to Patrick Leahy Burlington International Airport (BTV) jetting off from either of these.
Around 1 hour 40 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct Washington DC to Patrick Leahy Burlington International Airport flight.
Patrick Leahy Burlington International Airport is located in Burlington. The city's timezone is UTC-5, which is the same as Washington DC.
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Patrick Leahy Burlington International Airport (BTV) is the most popular route. There are 24 direct weekly departures to pick from. If you have plans before you fly, hop on the last flight with American Airlines at 10:10pm. Go for the first DCA to BTV departure operated by American Airlines at 9:59am if you'd rather not wait around.
Leave plenty of time to make your flight from Washington DC to BTV. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Peak months like July or high seasons such as Christmas and New Year will mean longer waits at check-in and security. Travelling then? Play it safe and head to the terminal even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and up four hours ahead of an international flight is a smart idea.
Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)
You can jump on a direct flight from Washington DC to Patrick Leahy Burlington International Airport (BTV) out of Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA).
When taking off from DCA, you can catch a direct flight from Washington DC to Patrick Leahy Burlington International Airport with American Airlines.
The most frequently booked airline between DCA and BTV is American Airlines.
With 68.11% of services landing as planned, American Airlines is the best performing carrier for punctuality on this route.
Travelling from central Washington DC to DCA takes about 25 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a taxi, you'll cover the 6 kilometres in 10 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
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When it comes to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport's on-time performance, 71% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
The address for DCA is 1 Aviation Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
You can book a direct Washington DC to Patrick Leahy Burlington International Airport (BTV) plane ticket with departures from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). Decide if leaving from IAD is a better fit for your trip.
From IAD, direct flights from Washington DC to BTV can be booked with United Airlines.
On the IAD to BTV route, United is the top airline in terms of bookings.
With 76.8% of its services arriving as planned, United is the top on-time carrier flying between Washington Dulles International Airport and Patrick Leahy Burlington International Airport.
You can reach IAD from central Washington DC in approximately 45 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes to cover the 40 kilometres or so.
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77% of flights departing Washington Dulles International Airport arrive within the expected time frame.
You'll find IAD at 1 Saarinen Circle.
Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI)
The journey time to BWI from central Washington DC is around 50 minutes by public transport. If you're going by car, it'll take you roughly 40 minutes to cover the 48 kilometres or so.
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The on-time performance rating of BWI is 77%. In simpler terms, that's how often flights that depart this airport arrive as planned.
About Patrick Leahy Burlington International Airport (BTV)
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Booking your ride around four weeks in advance of your Washington DC to Patrick Leahy Burlington International Airport flight can help you lock in a great deal.
BTV is located at 1200 Airport Drive, Number 1.
Getting from Patrick Leahy Burlington International Airport (BTV) to central Burlington
From Patrick Leahy Burlington International Airport, central Burlington is around 5 kilometres away. It takes about 10 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
It typically takes 25 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Patrick Leahy Burlington International Airport (BTV)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Patrick Leahy Burlington International Airport is 142 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 130 €. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares may change.
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The best time to fly from Washington DC to Patrick Leahy Burlington International Airport (BTV)
January is the quietest month for flights from Washington DC to Patrick Leahy Burlington International Airport (BTV), while October is the most popular. Figure out the best time to visit Burlington based on whether you want a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in a Washington DC to BTV plane ticket departing in July if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Burlington to range from 14ºC (57ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Washington DC to Patrick Leahy Burlington International Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -15ºC (5ºF) and 0ºC (32ºF).
More about Burlington
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ECHO Lake Aquarium and Science Centre - Leahy Centre for Lake Champlain and Waterfront Park are just a couple of the leading attractions to put on your Burlington to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Cathedral Church of St. Paul.
Explore more of the United States
Boston is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen Burlington. Around 290 kilometres away to the southeast, its top attractions include Museum of Fine Arts Boston, Freedom Trail and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum.
Worcester is another must-experience destination in the United States and is around 274 kilometres southeast of Burlington. No trip is complete without a visit to Worcester Art Museum, Saint Paul’s Cathedral and Mechanics Hall.