Travelling from Tri-Cities Airport (PSC) to Washington DC: what you need to know
Washington DC is three hours ahead of Pasco, where Tri-Cities Airport is located. Washington DC follows the UTC-4 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your PSC to Washington DC flight.
Heading away during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. For peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
PSC is about 5 kilometres from central Pasco. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 35 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your travels? Stay near PSC. Whether you've booked an early flight from Tri-Cities Airport to Washington DC or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are a convenient choice:
Tri-Cities Airport scores high marks for its on-time performance. 84.01% of flights that take off from PSC arrive at their destination as scheduled.
PSC is located at 3601 N 20th Avenue.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tri-Cities Airport (PSC) to Washington DC
Rs54,969 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Tri-Cities Airport to Washington DC flight. A return flight ticket right now is Rs95,482. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to securing a cheap flight from PSC to Washington DC. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
Scoring cheap tickets from Tri-Cities Airport to Washington DC is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to access the best prices throughout the month and pick up a fantastic deal.
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Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
The distance from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) to central Washington DC is roughly 8 kilometres. It takes around 15 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes about 45 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel close to DCA if you're coming in on a late flight from Tri-Cities Airport to Washington DC. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Pick up a Ronald Reagan National Airport rental car and discover Washington DC and beyond with your own set of wheels. Thrifty, Sixt and Dollar are popular outlets you can book with here.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle from Ronald Reagan National Airport around four weeks ahead of your flight from PSC to Washington DC.
DCA is located at 1 Aviation Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Once your flight from Tri-Cities Airport to Washington DC has arrived, you can reach the city centre in around 50 minutes by car. Central Washington DC is roughly 56 kilometres from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD).
You can expect the journey to take about 1 hour 10 minutes on public transport.
After stepping off your PSC to Washington DC flight, settle in at a hotel near IAD. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Forget about inconvenient public transport schedules or long cab queues. Grab a Washington Dulles International Airport rental car and let the journey unfold your way. Compare offers from Dollar, Thrifty and Sixt.
Score the best price by booking your ride from IAD one week ahead of time. You'll also have access to a wider range of vehicles.
The address for Washington Dulles International Airport is 1 Saarinen Circle.
Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)
Make your way to the city centre after your flight from Tri-Cities Airport to Washington DC has touched down. Central Washington DC is about 48 kilometres from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) and takes roughly 50 minutes to reach by cab or ride-share.
The journey will take you about 1 hour 30 minutes if you use public transport.
If you don't want to make the trip into the centre, find a hotel near BWI. Get settled at one of these options after your PSC to Washington DC flight:
Put yourself in the driver's seat of the next part of your journey by picking up a Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport rental car. Dollar, Thrifty and Budget are dependable companies for booking.
If you're searching for a specific type of vehicle, book your ride from BWI about two weeks before your flight from Tri-Cities Airport to Washington DC. This gives you a higher chance of getting your preferred car, along with a better deal.
Best time to go to Washington DC
Before booking your flights from Tri-Cities Airport to Washington DC, consider which time of year is best for you. Peak season in Washington DC offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty to do, while the low season brings better deals on hotels and fewer crowds.
Book a Tri-Cities Airport to Washington DC flight ticket with a departure in July to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 19ºC to 33ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from PSC to Washington DC in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC and 10ºC on average.
More about Washington DC
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Washington DC right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Tri-Cities Airport to Washington DC:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. The White House, White House Historical Association and National Mall are major attractions which should be on every Washington DC itinerary.
Explore more of United States
New York is just one of the many cities in 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 Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Empire State Building.
If you're ready to explore another major destination in United States, head for Philadelphia, roughly 193 kilometres north-east of Washington DC. Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art are key highlights.
