Flying from Washington DC to Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE): What you need to know
Your adventure gets underway at one of Washington DC's main airports, Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) or Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). Check out your options for booking a flight from Washington DC to Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE) leaving from either of these bases.
Expect to be travelling for 1 hour 30 minutes. On average, that's the duration of a direct Washington DC to Cleveland Hopkins International Airport flight.
Cleveland's timezone is UTC-4, which is the same as Washington DC. Cleveland Hopkins International Airport is located in Cleveland.
With 33 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) to Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE) is the most popular route. American Airlines operates the earliest flight at 7:29am. If you prefer to get more out of your day before jetting off, the last flight from DCA to CLE is with American Airlines at 10:25pm.
To ensure you get on your flight from Washington DC to CLE, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
High season means busier airports, so aim to get there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to stay on schedule.
Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
Get to your destination in one go from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA). Direct flights from Washington DC to Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE) are available from here.
When jetting out of DCA, you can take a direct flight from Washington DC to Cleveland Hopkins International Airport with American Airlines.
American Airlines sees the most traveller bookings for flights from DCA to CLE.
American Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating on this route, with 73.93% of its services arriving as planned.
The journey from central Washington DC to DCA takes about 45 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 8 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
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When it comes to Ronald Reagan National Airport's on-time performance, 76.44% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
DCA is located at 1 Aviation Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Think about kicking off your journey from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). You can book a direct Washington DC to Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE) plane ticket from this hub.
United Airlines offers direct flights from Washington DC to CLE leaving from IAD. Book your favourite aisle (or window) seat and reach your destination in a single stretch.
United Airlines takes the lead in bookings on the IAD to CLE route.
The most reliable carrier is United Airlines. Its Washington Dulles International Airport to Cleveland Hopkins International Airport flights land without delay 79.58% of the time.
IAD is about 56 kilometres from central Washington DC. It takes 50 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
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Washington Dulles International Airport has an on-time performance of 74.39%. This figure reflects how frequently flights that leave from this airport land at their destination on time.
IAD is located at 1 Saarinen Circle.
Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)
Get ready to board and go from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI). Direct flights from Washington DC to Cleveland Hopkins International Airport can be booked from here.
Southwest Airlines is one reputable carrier that offers direct Washington DC to CLE plane tickets from BWI.
Most travellers prefer to fly with Southwest Airlines from BWI to CLE.
With 75.83% of its services arriving as scheduled, Southwest Airlines is the top performer for punctuality on this route.
From central Washington DC, BWI is around 48 kilometres away. It takes roughly 50 minutes to get to the airport by car and 1 hour 30 minutes or so if you're on public transport.
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The on-time performance rate of BWI is 77.13%. To put it simply, that's how often flights that depart this airport arrive at their final stop as planned.
About Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE)
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The street address for CLE is 5300 Riverside Drive.
Getting from Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE) to central Cleveland
From Cleveland Hopkins International Airport, central Cleveland is around 24 kilometres away. It takes about 25 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
It typically takes 1 hour 25 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Cleveland Hopkins International Airport is 50 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 112 €. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares could change.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Washington DC to CLE. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.
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The best time to fly from Washington DC to Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Washington DC to Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE). July is the most popular month to visit Cleveland. If you prefer a quieter vibe, head there in May.
Lock in a Washington DC to CLE plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Cleveland to range from 15ºC (59ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Washington DC to Cleveland Hopkins International Airport in January when temperatures are between -10ºC (14ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF).
More about Cleveland
Once you've booked your flight from Washington DC to Cleveland Hopkins International Airport, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Cleveland:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Rock & Roll Hall of Fame & Museum, Cleveland Museum of Art and Cleveland Museum of Natural History are attractions you won't want to skip in Cleveland.
Explore more of the United States
You've done Cleveland, now it's time to discover other parts of the United States. Travel about 193 kilometres south-west to Columbus to check off its top sights. From Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens to Whetstone Park / Park of Roses and Easton Town Centre, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Detroit is another essential stop in the United States and is around 145 kilometres north-west of Cleveland. No journey is complete without a visit to Motown Museum, The Majestic Theatre and Detroit Institute of Arts.
