Flying from Washington DC to Long Beach Airport (LGB): What you need to know
Your journey comes together at Washington DC's main airport, Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI). Check out the options for booking a flight from Washington DC to Long Beach Airport (LGB) departing from this base.
Long Beach is three hours behind Washington DC. Long Beach Airport is located in Long Beach, which follows the UTC-8 timezone.
To ensure you get on your flight from Washington DC to LGB, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Going away during a peak time like July? Popular periods (like Christmas and New Year) can add another hour at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)
The journey from central Washington DC to DCA takes around 25 minutes by 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.
Have an early flight from Washington DC to Long Beach Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a few extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport:
Of all flights departing from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, 71% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
DCA is located at 1 Aviation Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
You can arrive at IAD from the centre of Washington DC in about 45 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 10 minutes to travel the 40 kilometres or so.
Catching the earliest flight? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near Washington Dulles International Airport the day before your Washington DC to LGB flight:
When it comes to keeping flights punctual, Washington Dulles International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 77%.
IAD is located at 1 Saarinen Circle.
Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI)
Begin your trip at Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI) and fly straight to your destination without layovers. You can book direct flights from Washington DC to Long Beach Airport from here.
Set off from BWI with Southwest Airlines. This popular carrier offers direct Washington DC to LGB plane tickets.
The airline with the highest booking numbers between BWI and LGB is Southwest Airlines.
The carrier with the best punctuality score on this route is Southwest Airlines. Its services arrive as planned 65.79% of the time.
From the centre of Washington DC, BWI is around 48 kilometres away. It takes roughly 40 minutes to get there by car and 50 minutes or so if you take public transport.
Take the uncertainty out of departure day — stay close to Baltimore Washington International Airport and know you'll make it to the terminal with time to spare. Check in to one of these hotels the day before if you have an early Washington DC to Long Beach Airport flight:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that tracks how often flights land as expected. At BWI, that figure is 77%.
About Long Beach Airport (LGB)
Have a late flight from Washington DC to Long Beach Airport? Don't let your travel day stretch into tomorrow. Stay at one of these hotels near LGB and be in snooze mode sooner:
The address for LGB is 4100 Donald Douglas Drive.
Getting from Long Beach Airport (LGB) to central Long Beach
Long Beach Airport to central Long Beach is roughly 6 kilometres. If you're renting a car or getting a taxi, plan ahead to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times may vary based on traffic and the time of day.
It takes roughly 25 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Long Beach Airport (LGB)
Currently, 74 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Long Beach Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 186 €. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
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The best time to fly from Washington DC to Long Beach Airport (LGB)
September is the most popular month for flights from Washington DC to Long Beach Airport (LGB). Plan your visit to Long Beach in December if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.
The warmest month in Long Beach is August, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your Washington DC to LGB plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap tickets from Washington DC to Long Beach Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 7ºC (45ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF).
More about Long Beach
Start your Long Beach trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Washington DC to Long Beach Airport, browse our selection of hotels including:
You'll find loads of fantastic things to do in Long Beach when you're in the mood to sightsee. Make your way to The Queen Mary followed by Museum of Latin American Art (MOLAA) and Long Beach Lighthouse.
Explore more of the United States
You've visited Long Beach, now it's time to discover other parts of the United States. Travel around 153 kilometres southeast to San Diego to tick off its must-visit sights. From San Diego Zoo to San Diego Balboa Park and USS Midway Museum, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Bakersfield is another well-known destination in the United States and is around 193 kilometres northwest of Long Beach. No trip is complete without experiencing Kern County Museum, Rabobank Arena, Theatre & Convention Centre and Bakersfield Museum of Art.