Travelling from Washington DC to Columbia Regional Airport (COU): What you need to know
Columbia is one hour behind Washington DC. Columbia Regional Airport is located in Columbia, which runs on the UTC-6 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Show up at the airport on time to catch your flight from Washington DC to COU.
Peak months like July or holiday periods such as spring break and Thanksgiving will mean longer queues at check-in and security. Travelling then? Play it safe and head to the terminal even earlier. Arriving two hours before domestic flights and up four hours ahead of an international flight is a smart move.
Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)
Located around 6 kilometres from the centre of Washington DC, DCA can be reached in about 10 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport is roughly 25 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your trip? Stay near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Washington DC to Columbia Regional Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just what you're after:
Of the flights that depart from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, 71% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
You'll find DCA at 1 Aviation Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
IAD is about 40 kilometres from central Washington DC. It'll take 45 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 10 minutes.
Start your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Washington DC to COU flight, stay in one of these hotels close to Washington Dulles International Airport:
When it comes to flight punctuality, Washington Dulles International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 77%.
The address for IAD is 1 Saarinen Circle.
Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI)
The journey to BWI from central 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.
Make departure day worry-free — stay close to Baltimore Washington International Airport and know you'll reach your boarding gate with time to spare. Get settled at one of these hotels the day before if you have an early Washington DC to Columbia Regional Airport flight:
The on-time performance record of BWI is 77%. In simpler terms, that's how frequently flights departing this airport arrive at their final stop as planned.
About Columbia Regional Airport (COU)
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle around three weeks ahead of your Washington DC to Columbia Regional Airport flight.
COU is located at Route 1.
Getting from Columbia Regional Airport (COU) to central Columbia
Columbia Regional Airport is roughly 18 kilometres from central Columbia. How long it takes to get there by car hire or taxi will depend on the time of day. Do a little research beforehand.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Columbia Regional Airport (COU)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Columbia Regional Airport is Rs39,887. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs82,425. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To pick up cheap flights from Washington DC to COU, book in advance. Airlines generally offer lower fares when flights are first released.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across the month when searching for your Washington DC to Columbia Regional Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Washington DC to Columbia Regional Airport (COU)
Think about the pace you're looking for when deciding the best time to fly. May is the quietest month to go to Columbia. December is when most people book flights from Washington DC to Columbia Regional Airport (COU), which may be perfect if you're chasing more action.
The warmest month in Columbia is July, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC and 34ºC. Lock in your Washington DC to COU plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
January sees temperatures of between -8ºC and 7ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Washington DC to Columbia Regional Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Columbia
Start your Columbia trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Washington DC to Columbia Regional Airport, check out our selection of hotels including:
Museum of Art and Archaeology and Mizzou Botanic Garden are just the start of the top attractions to add to your Columbia to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Francis Quadrangle.
Explore more of the United States
You've visited Columbia, now it's time to discover more of the United States. Journey about 209 kilometres west to Kansas City to tick off its must-visit sights. From National WWI Museum and Memorial to LEGOLAND Discovery Centre and Union Station - 2017, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Overland Park is another sought-after destination in the United States and is around 209 kilometres west of Columbia. No trip is complete without visiting Johnson County Arts and Heritage Centre, Johnson County Museum and Deanna Rose Children's Farmstead.
