Flying from Colorado Springs Peterson Field Airport (COS) to Washington Dulles Airport (IAD): what you need to know
The timezone in Washington DC is UTC-5, which is two hours ahead of Colorado Springs.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Get to the airport on time to catch your COS to IAD flight.
Travelling during a peak month like August? Major public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Colorado Springs Peterson Field Airport to Washington Dulles Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between COS and IAD include:
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport
Denver International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Colorado Springs Peterson Field Airport (COS) to Washington Dulles Airport (IAD)
Currently, Rs38,328 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Colorado Springs Peterson Field Airport to Washington Dulles Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is Rs80,356. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from COS to IAD if you book in advance. Airlines often have some terrific early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Colorado Springs Peterson Field Airport to Washington Dulles Airport throughout the entire month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from COS to IAD by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Colorado Springs Peterson Field Airport to Washington Dulles Airport.
Handy information about Colorado Springs Peterson Field Airport (COS)
You'll find COS at 7770 Milton E. Proby Parkway.
82% of flights leaving Colorado Springs Peterson Field Airport arrive at their destination according to schedule. Given its solid on-time performance, delays are unlikely when flying out of COS.
To reach Colorado Springs Peterson Field Airport from central Colorado Springs, it'll take about 15 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 10 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Colorado Springs Peterson Field Airport to Washington Dulles Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to COS:
Arriving at Washington Dulles Airport (IAD)
If you're arriving on a late Colorado Springs Peterson Field Airport to Washington Dulles Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed shortly after at one of these hotels near IAD:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Washington Dulles Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Sixt and explore beyond Washington DC's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle from Washington Dulles Airport around one week in advance of your trip.
Getting from Washington Dulles Airport (IAD) to central Washington DC
IAD is located at 1 Saarinen Circle.
From Washington Dulles Airport, Washington DC is approximately 40 kilometres away. It takes around 45 minutes to drive to the centre.
It takes around 1 hour 10 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Washington Dulles Airport (IAD)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Colorado Springs Peterson Field Airport to Washington Dulles Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Washington DC. If you like a quieter vibe, go in February.
Before locking in your flight from Colorado Springs Peterson Field Airport to Washington Dulles Airport, consider the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Washington DC, with the temperature ranging from 19ºC to 33ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -6ºC and 10ºC. Look for cheap tickets from COS to IAD around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of the United States
New York is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Washington DC. Around 322 kilometres away to the north-east, top sights here include Central Park, Statue of Liberty and Metropolitan Museum of Art.
Around 193 kilometres north-east of Washington DC, Philadelphia is another favourite stop in the United States. Experience major highlights starting with Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
