Flying from Washington Dulles Airport (IAD) to Tromso Airport (TOS): what you need to know
The timezone in Tromso is UTC+1, which is six hours ahead of Washington DC.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your IAD to TOS flight.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Washington Dulles Airport to Tromso Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between IAD and TOS:
London Heathrow Airport
Munich Airport
Copenhagen Airport
Handy information about Washington Dulles Airport (IAD)
IAD's address is 1 Saarinen Circle.
77% of flights that leave from Washington Dulles Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Central Washington DC to Washington Dulles Airport is approximately 40 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 45 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Washington Dulles Airport to Tromso Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near IAD:
Arriving at Tromso Airport (TOS)
Consider staying in a hotel close to TOS if you're on a late Washington Dulles Airport to Tromso Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Tromso Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Hertz, Thrifty or Sixt and explore beyond Tromso's main sights.
Reserving your ride from Tromso Airport around one week ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Tromso Airport (TOS) to central Tromso
Tromso Airport to central Tromso has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 5 kilometres away.
It'll take around 20 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Tromso Airport (TOS)
Before securing your flights from Washington Dulles Airport to Tromso Airport, think about which time of year is best for you. Peak season in Tromso offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty to do, while the low season brings cheaper hotel deals and fewer crowds.
Before locking in your flight from Washington Dulles Airport to Tromso Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Tromso, with the temperature ranging from 7ºC to 18ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -12ºC and -1ºC. Search for cheap tickets from IAD to TOS sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Norway
Tromso has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Norway you'll want to see. Around 322 kilometres south-west of Tromso, a trip to Bodo will keep your itinerary packed. Start with attractions like Landegode, Saltstraumen and Valnesfossen.
Around 137 kilometres south-west of Tromso, Harstad is another favourite stop in Norway. Start your sightseeing at Trondenes fort, Sør-Troms Museum and Trondenes Church.