Travelling from Washington DC to Grand Bahama International Airport (FPO): What you need to know
Planning your flight from Washington DC to Grand Bahama International Airport (FPO) begins with finding the best airport to begin your travels from. Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA), Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) and Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) are your options in Washington DC.
Washington DC and Freeport (where Grand Bahama International Airport is located) share the UTC-4 timezone. That means you won't need to change your watch when you arrive.
To ensure you catch your flight from Washington DC to FPO, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
With more people on the move during high season, it's wise to get to your terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will allow extra time for delays.
Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a travel break and perhaps even tour another city. When browsing cheap flights from Washington DC to FPO leaving from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to get ideas for where to visit along the way. Here's where you could connect through:
Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
Located around 8 kilometres from the centre of Washington DC, DCA can be reached in about 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your holiday? Stay near Ronald Reagan National Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Washington DC to Grand Bahama International Airport or prefer not to feel hurried, these hotels are just the thing:
When it comes to Ronald Reagan National Airport's on-time performance, 76.44% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
You'll find DCA at 1 Aviation Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Break up your flight from Washington DC to Grand Bahama International Airport with a stop so you can recharge or perhaps go somewhere you've never been before. Top stopovers between Washington Dulles International Airport and FPO include:
Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Washington DC to IAD in around 1 hour 10 minutes. The terminal is roughly 56 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 50 minutes.
Got a crack-of-dawn departure? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Washington Dulles International Airport the day before your Washington DC to FPO flight:
Washington Dulles International Airport has an on-time performance of 74.39%. This figure shows how frequently flights departing from this airport arrive on time.
You'll find IAD at 1 Saarinen Circle.
Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)
Book a plane ticket from Washington DC to Grand Bahama International Airport (FPO) departing from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) with one or more stops. Popular stopovers between BWI and FPO include:
Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
From central Washington DC, BWI is around 48 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 50 minutes to get to the airport by car and 1 hour 30 minutes or so if you use public transport.
Sleep a little longer, move a little slower, and still make your Washington DC to Grand Bahama International Airport flight without having to rush. These accommodation options near Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport make departure day a breeze if you're setting off early:
Flights that leave from BWI land at their destination on schedule 77.13% of the time.
About Grand Bahama International Airport (FPO)
Have a late flight from Washington DC to Grand Bahama International Airport? Don't let it rob you of real rest. Check in to one of these hotels near FPO and give yourself a well-earned lights-out:
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Grand Bahama International Airport (FPO)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Grand Bahama International Airport is 172 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 392 €. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Washington DC to FPO. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
Cheap Washington DC to Grand Bahama International Airport tickets are easier to find when your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across each month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Washington DC to Grand Bahama International Airport (FPO)
Think about your travel style when deciding your trip dates. February is the quietest month to visit Freeport. August is when most people book flights from Washington DC to Grand Bahama International Airport (FPO), which may be ideal if you're chasing more excitement.
The warmest month in Freeport is August, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your Washington DC to FPO plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
Search for cheap tickets from Washington DC to Grand Bahama International Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF).
More about Freeport
Start your Freeport trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Washington DC to Grand Bahama International Airport, browse our range of accommodation options including:
Your visit to Freeport wouldn't be complete without a bit of sightseeing. Big-name attractions that belong on your itinerary include Shark Alley, Grand Bahama Wall and Taino Beach.
Explore more of the Bahamas
You've done Freeport, now it's time to explore other parts of the Bahamas. Journey about 209 kilometres south-east to Nassau to check off its top sights. From Beautiful beach to Aqua Shores - Luxury Powerboat Tours Bahamas and Marine Habitat at Atlantis, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Any trip through the Bahamas wouldn't be complete without a stop in Marsh Harbour. B.A.I.C. Park is one of the highlights in this destination, which is about 161 kilometres east of Freeport.