Flying from Washington DC to Mashhad Shahid Hashemi Nejad International Airport (MHD): What you need to know
The timezone in Mashhad is UTC+3:30, which is eight hours 30 minutes ahead of Washington DC. Mashhad Shahid Hashemi Nejad International Airport is located in Mashhad.
Your flight from Washington DC to MHD won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
With more travellers during busy periods like July, be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will allow for additional wait times. Remember things also get busy during major holidays like Christmas.
Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)
Located around 6 kilometres from the centre of Washington DC, DCA can be reached in about 10 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 25 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Washington DC to Mashhad Shahid Hashemi Nejad International Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport:
Of the departures from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, 71% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
DCA's address is 1 Aviation Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Split up your flight from Washington DC to Mashhad Shahid Hashemi Nejad International Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or tick a new place off your list. Some popular stopovers between Washington Dulles International Airport and MHD are:
Istanbul Airport (IST)
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Washington DC to IAD in about 1 hour 10 minutes. The airport is roughly 40 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 45 minutes.
Got a crack-of-dawn departure? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Washington Dulles International Airport the day before your Washington DC to MHD flight:
When it comes to keeping flights punctual, Washington Dulles International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 77%.
The street address for IAD is 1 Saarinen Circle.
Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI)
The trip to BWI from the centre of Washington DC is around 50 minutes on public transport. If you prefer to travel by car, it'll take you roughly 40 minutes to cover the 48 kilometres or so.
Make departure day worry-free — stay close to Baltimore Washington International Airport and know you'll be at the terminal with time to spare. Get settled at one of these hotels the day before if you have an early Washington DC to Mashhad Shahid Hashemi Nejad International Airport flight:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that tracks how often flights touch down within the expected time frame. At BWI, that rate is 77%.
About Mashhad Shahid Hashemi Nejad International Airport (MHD)
Consider staying at Golden Palace Hotel (Ghasr Talaei) after touching down from your flight from Washington DC to Mashhad Shahid Hashemi Nejad International Airport. It's a quick drive from MHD and a good option if you're eager to get some rest right away.
Getting from Mashhad Shahid Hashemi Nejad International Airport (MHD) to central Mashhad
From Mashhad Shahid Hashemi Nejad International Airport, central Mashhad is around 13 kilometres away. It takes about 25 minutes to reach the city centre by car.
Travelling by public transport will take you roughly 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Mashhad Shahid Hashemi Nejad International Airport (MHD)
523 € is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Mashhad Shahid Hashemi Nejad International Airport. Return flights start at 1.520 €. These prices may change based on demand and availability.
To pick up cheap flights from Washington DC to MHD, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when tickets are first released.
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The best time to fly from Washington DC to Mashhad Shahid Hashemi Nejad International Airport (MHD)
December is the quietest month for flights from Washington DC to Mashhad Shahid Hashemi Nejad International Airport (MHD), while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Mashhad based on whether you want a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Before locking in your Washington DC to MHD plane ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in Mashhad, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Washington DC to Mashhad Shahid Hashemi Nejad International Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC (21ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF).
More about Mashhad
Once you've booked your flight from Washington DC to Mashhad Shahid Hashemi Nejad International Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Mashhad:
You'll find plenty of fantastic things to do in Mashhad when you're ready to sightsee. Kick off your exploring at Imam Reza Holy Shrine followed by Goharshad Mosque and Imam Reza Mosque Library.
Explore more of Iran
You've visited Mashhad, now it's time to discover other parts of Iran. Journey around 177 kilometres west to Sabzevar to tick off its leading sights. From Jameh Mosque of Sabzevar to Cultural Centre of Imam Reza and Khosrogerd Minaret, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Journey 113 kilometres south from Mashhad to visit Torbat-e Ḩeydarīyeh, another well-known stop in Iran. Your trip isn't complete without exploring Jameh Mosque of Atigh and Lari Caravanserai and Heritage Accommodation.