Flying from Washington DC to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS): what you need to know
Countless great adventures start at one of Washington DC's main airports, Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) or Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). Explore the options for booking a flight from Washington DC to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) jetting off from either of these.
3 hours 39 minutes is the average journey time for a direct flight from Washington DC to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport.
Austin is 1 hour behind Washington DC. Austin-Bergstrom International Airport is located in Austin, which operates on the UTC-5 timezone.
With 31 direct flights a week between the two airports, Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) is the busiest route. Southwest Airlines operates the earliest flight at 06:10. If you'd like to get more out of your day before flying, the latest departure from DCA to AUS is with Southwest Airlines at 21:40.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Washington DC to AUS. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the mad dash to your gate.
Peak months like July or high seasons such as Thanksgiving and Christmas will mean longer queues at check-in and security. If you're travelling then, play it safe and head to the airport even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and up four hours ahead of international flights is a smart move.
Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
Fly without interruptions from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA). Nonstop flights from Washington DC to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) can be booked from here.
When leaving from DCA, you can catch a direct flight from Washington DC to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport with Southwest Airlines.
DCA is about 8 kilometres from central Washington DC. To help you work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This essential travel app will show you the best route and available public transport options.
After an easy start to your break? Stay near Ronald Reagan National Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Washington DC to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) operates direct flights from Washington DC to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS).
When departing from IAD, you'll have a choice of airlines that offer direct flights from Washington DC to AUS. Cruise through the sky with these preferred carriers:
With public transport, you can travel from central Washington DC to IAD in about 3 hours and 26 minutes. The terminal is roughly 56 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 51 minutes.
You're off on holiday, so why not extend it with an additional night away? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Washington Dulles International Airport the day before your flight from Washington DC to AUS:
About Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Washington DC to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these options near AUS:
Getting from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) to central Austin
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport is approximately 19 kilometres from the centre of Austin. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is about 25 minutes.
It'll take around 3 hours and 24 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS)
For a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport, Rs15,488 is the best price we've seen. You can also book a return flight starting from Rs32,383. These are the lowest fares right now but could change depending on availability.
To find cheap tickets from Washington DC to AUS, book early. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest tickets from Washington DC to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport across the entire month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
Create a Price Alert and keep an eye on changes on this route through push notifications or email. You'll know straight away when prices go down. Timing matters when searching for flight tickets from Washington DC to AUS.
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The best time to fly from Washington DC to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Washington DC to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport. July is the most popular month to travel to Austin. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
Think about the kind of weather that'll work with your plans for Austin. The warmest month is August. Book your flights from Washington DC to AUS sometime then and you can expect temperatures of between 23ºC and 41ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 3ºC and 19ºC. Look for cheap flights from Washington DC to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Austin
After booking your flight from Washington DC to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Austin:
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