Flying from Washington DC to Montpellier Mediterranee Airport (MPL): What you need to know
Organising your flight from Washington DC to Montpellier Mediterranee Airport (MPL) begins with finding the most convenient 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.
Montpellier is five hours ahead of Washington DC. Montpellier Mediterranee Airport is located in Montpellier, which is in the UTC+1 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport on time to board your flight from Washington DC to MPL.
If you're taking off during a major holiday or other peak period, give yourself more time. Get there two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at check-in and security will be longer.
Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
DCA is around 8 kilometres from central Washington DC. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 45 minutes.
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76.44% of flights that depart Ronald Reagan National Airport reach their destination on schedule.
DCA's address is 1 Aviation Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Add another location to your travels or just take some time to unwind with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Washington DC to Montpellier Mediterranee Airport, here's where you can stop when taking off from Washington Dulles International Airport:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
IAD is about 56 kilometres from central Washington DC. It'll take 50 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 10 minutes.
Get your holiday started early with an additional night away from home. Before your Washington DC to MPL flight, stay in one of these hotels near Washington Dulles International Airport:
When it comes to flights staying on schedule, Washington Dulles International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 74.39%.
You'll find IAD at 1 Saarinen Circle.
Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)
BWI is roughly 48 kilometres from central Washington DC. Driving 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.
Make catching an early Washington DC to Montpellier Mediterranee Airport flight the easiest part of your journey. Stay at one of these hotels near Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport and get to the check-in counter with plenty of time to spare:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that measures how often flights land without delays. At BWI, that figure is 77.13%.
About Montpellier Mediterranee Airport (MPL)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Washington DC to Montpellier Mediterranee Airport. Make yourself comfy at one of these accommodation options near MPL instead:
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Getting from Montpellier Mediterranee Airport (MPL) to central Montpellier
Montpellier Mediterranee Airport to the centre of Montpellier is about 8 kilometres. If you're renting a car or getting a cab, do some research to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times will vary depending on traffic conditions and the time of day.
Travelling by public transport will take you around 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Montpellier Mediterranee Airport (MPL)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Montpellier Mediterranee Airport is 335 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 864 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To pick up cheap flights from Washington DC to MPL, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
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The best time to fly from Washington DC to Montpellier Mediterranee Airport (MPL)
April is the quietest month for flights from Washington DC to Montpellier Mediterranee Airport (MPL), while July is the most popular. Work out the best time to go to Montpellier based on whether you want a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Montpellier is July, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your Washington DC to MPL plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from Washington DC to Montpellier Mediterranee Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 3ºC (37ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF).
More about Montpellier
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Montpellier right here. Browse these options after you've booked your flight from Washington DC to Montpellier Mediterranee Airport:
All great holidays should include some sightseeing. Arc de Triomphe, Cathedrale St-Pierre and Le Vieux Montpellier are must-do's during your Montpellier adventure.
Explore more of France
Marseille is just one of the many cities in France waiting to be discovered once you've seen Montpellier. Around 121 kilometres away to the east, its top attractions include Les Calanques, Basilique Notre-Dame-de-la-Garde and Basilique du Sacre-Ceour.
Around 257 kilometres north of Montpellier, Lyon is another essential stop in France. Start your sightseeing at Fête Des Lumières, Lyon Old Town and Odeon of Lyon.