Flying from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport (PHX) to Washington Dulles Airport (IAD): what you need to know
Around 4 hours 15 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport to Washington Dulles Airport.
The timezone in Washington DC is UTC-5, which is two hours ahead of Phoenix.
Each week, there are 17 Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport to Washington Dulles Airport flights. If you want to be on board early, jump on the 08:00 United Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before flying, the last flight is at 23:59 with United Airlines.
To ensure you get on your PHX to IAD flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months like April. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Getting to Washington DC (and then exploring more of the United States!) is a snap with United. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport to Washington Dulles Airport.
United is the top choice for travellers on this route.
United is a leader in on-time performance for PHX to IAD flights, with 91.0% of services landing on schedule.
If you want to split up your journey, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport to Washington Dulles Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between PHX and IAD:
Denver International Airport
Detroit Wayne County Airport
Port Columbus Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport (PHX) to Washington Dulles Airport (IAD)
Rs22,413 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport to Washington Dulles Airport flight. Return flights start from Rs52,682. These fares can change depending on availability.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from PHX to IAD if you book ahead. Airlines often have some terrific early bird discounts.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport to Washington Dulles Airport. If you prefer to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from PHX to IAD by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport to Washington Dulles Airport.
Handy information about Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport (PHX)
You'll find PHX at 3400 Sky Harbour Boulevard.
Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport has a strong on-time performance, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from PHX make it to their destination as scheduled 80% of the time.
Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport is around 5 kilometres from central Phoenix. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of around 25 minutes on public transport.
Get your travels off to a leisurely start by staying near PHX. Whether you've booked an early flight from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport to Washington Dulles Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Washington Dulles Airport (IAD)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport to Washington Dulles Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near IAD instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Washington Dulles Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Sixt and explore beyond Washington DC's main sights.
Reserving your vehicle from Washington Dulles Airport around one week in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Washington Dulles Airport (IAD) to central Washington DC
You'll find IAD 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'll take around 1 hour 10 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Washington Dulles Airport (IAD)
July is the busiest month for flights from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport to Washington Dulles Airport. To skip the crowds, head to Washington DC in February.
Book your flight from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport to Washington Dulles Airport for July if you'd like to go to Washington DC during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 19ºC and 33ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from PHX to IAD in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC and 10ºC on average.
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 seen the sights of Washington DC. Around 322 kilometres away to the north-east, well-known attractions include Central Park, Statue of Liberty and Metropolitan Museum of Art.
Philadelphia is another sought-after destination in the United States and is around 193 kilometres north-east of Washington DC. No trip is complete without experiencing Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
