Travelling from Jackson-Evers International Airport (JAN) to Washington Ronald Reagan Airport (DCA): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Jackson-Evers International Airport to Washington Ronald Reagan Airport is 2 hours 30 minutes.
Washington DC's timezone is UTC-5, which makes Washington DC one hour ahead of Jackson.
Take your pick of six weekly Jackson-Evers International Airport to Washington Ronald Reagan Airport flights. The 05:43 departure with American Airlines is the earliest flight you can take. American Airlines operates the last service of the day at 07:30.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your JAN to DCA flight.
During popular months such as October, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during peak periods in general.
American Airlines is your gateway to exploring Washington DC (and maybe even some other great corners of the United States!). Check out the direct flights from Jackson-Evers International Airport to Washington Ronald Reagan Airport offered by this airline.
Most passengers choose to travel with American Airlines on this route.
With a dependable 88.0% of services arriving on schedule, American Airlines is the most punctual carrier for JAN to DCA flights.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Jackson-Evers International Airport to Washington Ronald Reagan Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here are some options between JAN and DCA:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport
Charlotte Douglas Airport
Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport
Handy information about Jackson-Evers International Airport (JAN)
You'll find JAN at 100 International Drive, Suite 300.
79% of flights taking off from Jackson-Evers International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Jackson-Evers International Airport is around 16 kilometres from central Jackson. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Get your trip off to a hassle-free start by staying near JAN. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Jackson-Evers International Airport to Washington Ronald Reagan Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Washington Ronald Reagan Airport (DCA)
Reserve a hotel close to DCA if you have a late Jackson-Evers International Airport to Washington Ronald Reagan Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Hit the road running by picking up a Washington Ronald Reagan Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Thrifty, Sixt or Dollar and explore beyond Washington DC's main sights.
Reserving your ride from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport around four weeks ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport (DCA) to central Washington DC
DCA is located at 1 Aviation Circle.
Washington Ronald Reagan Airport is roughly 6 kilometres from the centre of Washington DC. The drive time takes around 10 minutes.
It takes around 25 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Washington Ronald Reagan Airport (DCA)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Jackson-Evers International Airport to Washington Ronald Reagan Airport. August is the most popular month to head to Washington DC. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
Before locking in your flight from Jackson-Evers International Airport to Washington Ronald Reagan Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. 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 JAN to DCA around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of the United States
New York is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be explored once you've seen Washington DC. Around 322 kilometres away to the north-east, top sights here include Central Park, Statue of Liberty and Metropolitan Museum of Art.
If you're eager to discover another side of the United States, consider Philadelphia, about 193 kilometres north-east of Washington DC. Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art are the start of reasons to visit.
