Travelling from Washington DC to Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport (ITH): What you need to know
Begin your journey 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 Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport (ITH) taking off from either of these.
Ithaca's timezone is UTC-4, which is the same as Washington DC. Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport is located in Ithaca.
To ensure you catch your flight from Washington DC to ITH, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During peak travel periods, expect extended wait times and be there earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international trips.
Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
Travelling from central Washington DC to DCA takes around 45 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 8 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
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76.44% of flights that depart Ronald Reagan National Airport land at their destination on time.
You'll find DCA at 1 Aviation Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Think about setting out from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). You can book a direct Washington DC to Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport (ITH) plane ticket from this popular hub.
From IAD, direct flights from Washington DC to ITH can be booked with United Airlines.
On the IAD to ITH route, United Airlines is the airline most travellers rely on.
With public transport, you can travel from central Washington DC to IAD in about 1 hour 10 minutes. The airport is roughly 56 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 50 minutes.
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74.39% of all departures from Washington Dulles International Airport make it to their destination as expected.
You'll find IAD at 1 Saarinen Circle.
Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)
BWI is roughly 48 kilometres from central Washington DC. The drive from the city centre to the terminal takes about 50 minutes. If you're thinking about using public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 30 minutes.
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Flights departing from BWI land at their destination within the scheduled time frame 77.13% of the time.
About Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport (ITH)
If you have a late flight from Washington DC to Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these options near ITH:
You'll find ITH at 1 Culligan Dr.
Getting from Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport (ITH) to central Ithaca
Central Ithaca is about 290 kilometres from Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport. Journey times by cab or car hire will vary based on traffic conditions and time of day, so do a little research before your trip.
It'll take around 50 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport (ITH)
175 € is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport. Return flights start from 154 €. These prices can change based on availability and demand.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Washington DC to ITH. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
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The best time to fly from Washington DC to Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport (ITH)
It's time to work out when to book your flight from Washington DC to Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport (ITH). October is the most popular month to visit Ithaca. If a slower pace sounds more appealing, go in February.
The warmest month in Ithaca is July, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Lock in your Washington DC to ITH plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
January has temperatures of between -13ºC (9ºF) and 2ºC (36ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Washington DC to Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Ithaca
Once you've booked your flight from Washington DC to Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Ithaca:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Ithaca Falls Trail, Ithaca Waterfalls and Ithaca Downtown Historic District are attractions you won't want to skip in Ithaca.
Explore more of the United States
Ithaca has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of the United States just waiting to be discovered. Around 0.16 kilometres north of Ithaca, a trip to New York will keep you on the go. Start with popular sights like Central Park, Manhattan Skyline and Statue of Liberty.
If you're looking to explore another side of the United States, head for Philadelphia, roughly 129 kilometres south-west of Ithaca. Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art are key reasons to visit.