Travelling from Washington DC to Balikpapan Sepinggan Airport (BPN): What you need to know
The timezone in Balikpapan is UTC+8, which is 13 hours ahead of Washington DC. Balikpapan Sepinggan Airport is located in Balikpapan.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your flight from Washington DC to BPN.
July is a busy travel month. If you're taking off then or around a major holiday like Thanksgiving, show up even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)
The journey from central Washington DC to DCA takes about 25 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a taxi, you'll cover the 6 kilometres in 10 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
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When it comes to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport's on-time performance, 71% of flights complete their journey on time.
DCA is located at 1 Aviation Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
With public transport, you can travel from central Washington DC to IAD in around 1 hour 10 minutes. The airport is roughly 40 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 45 minutes.
Catching an early morning flight? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near Washington Dulles International Airport the day before your Washington DC to BPN flight:
When it comes to flights staying on schedule, Washington Dulles International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 77%.
You'll find IAD at 1 Saarinen Circle.
Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI)
The journey time to BWI from the centre of Washington DC is around 50 minutes on public transport. If you're going by car, it'll take you roughly 40 minutes to cover the 48 kilometres or so.
Set yourself up for a smooth departure — stay close to Baltimore Washington International Airport and know you'll get to the terminal with time to spare. Get settled at one of these hotels the day before if you have an early Washington DC to Balikpapan Sepinggan Airport flight:
The on-time performance rate of BWI is 77%. In simpler terms, that's how frequently flights that depart this airport arrive as planned.
About Balikpapan Sepinggan Airport (BPN)
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Getting from Balikpapan Sepinggan Airport (BPN) to central Balikpapan
Balikpapan Sepinggan Airport is around 13 kilometres from the centre of Balikpapan. It takes around 25 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
Travelling on public transport typically takes 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Balikpapan Sepinggan Airport (BPN)
Right now, Rs490,518 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Balikpapan Sepinggan Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs367,572. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Washington DC to BPN if you book in advance. Airlines often have some excellent early bird deals.
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The best time to fly from Washington DC to Balikpapan Sepinggan Airport (BPN)
December is the quietest month for flights from Washington DC to Balikpapan Sepinggan Airport (BPN), while February is the most popular. Figure out the best time to go to Balikpapan based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Before locking in your Washington DC to BPN plane ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. October is the warmest month in Balikpapan, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC to 30ºC.
January has temperatures of between 24ºC and 30ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Washington DC to Balikpapan Sepinggan Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Balikpapan
Once you've booked your flight from Washington DC to Balikpapan Sepinggan Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Balikpapan:
Bangkirai Bridge and KWPLH BALIKPAPAN (Sun Bear Conservation) are just the start of the big attractions to add to your Balikpapan itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Masjid Al-Fatah.
Explore more of Indonesia
You've visited Balikpapan, now it's time to explore more of Indonesia. Journey around 177 kilometres northeast to Bontang to check off its leading attractions. From Mangrove Board Walk to Beras Basah Beach and Wisata Mangrove Telok Bangko, there's plenty to keep you busy.
