Flying from Washington DC to Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT): What you need to know
The timezone in Fresno is UTC-8, which is three hours behind Washington DC. Fresno Yosemite International Airport is located in Fresno.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your flight from Washington DC to FAT.
If you're going away during a peak month like July, get to the airport even earlier. It's smart to arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures. You can expect lines to be longer during peak periods like Christmas, New Year and spring break.
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 takes roughly 25 minutes.
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When it comes to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport's on-time performance, data shows 71% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
You'll find DCA at 1 Aviation Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
On public transport, you can travel from central Washington DC to IAD in about 1 hour 10 minutes. The airport is roughly 40 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 45 minutes.
Flying out early in the morning? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Washington Dulles International Airport the day before your Washington DC to FAT flight:
77% of all departures from Washington Dulles International Airport arrive according to schedule.
The address for IAD is 1 Saarinen Circle.
Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI)
The journey time to BWI from central Washington DC is around 50 minutes on public transport. If you're in a car, it'll take you about 40 minutes to cover the 48 kilometres or so.
Stay in bed a little longer and still make your Washington DC to Fresno Yosemite International Airport flight without having to rush. These hotels near Baltimore Washington International Airport make getting to the terminal a breeze if you're flying out first thing:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that measures how often flights touch down without delays. At BWI, that figure is 77%.
About Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Washington DC to Fresno Yosemite International Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near FAT instead:
The address for FAT is 5175 E. Clinton Way.
Getting from Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT) to central Fresno
Fresno Yosemite International Airport is roughly 8 kilometres from central Fresno. How long it takes to get there by car hire or taxi will depend on the time of day. Do a little research before you go.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of roughly 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT)
Currently, Rs43,119 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Fresno Yosemite International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs86,235. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Washington DC to FAT if you book early. Airlines often have some excellent early bird deals.
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The best time to fly from Washington DC to Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT)
Think about the kind of holiday you want when planning your trip dates. December is the quietest month to go to Fresno. July is when most people book flights from Washington DC to Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT), which may be ideal if you'd rather travel when it's busy.
When booking your Washington DC to FAT plane ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. July is the warmest month in Fresno, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC to 42ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from Washington DC to Fresno Yosemite International Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC and 19ºC.
More about Fresno
Start your Fresno trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Washington DC to Fresno Yosemite International Airport, explore our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Forestiere Underground Gardens, Shinzen Japanese Garden and Fresno Chaffee Zoo are major attractions which should feature on every Fresno itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
San Jose is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be explored once you've seen Fresno. Around 209 kilometres away to the west, popular attractions include Winchester Mystery House, The Tech Interactive and Santa Clara Valley.
San Francisco is another favourite destination in the United States and is around 257 kilometres northwest of Fresno. No journey is complete without a visit to Golden Gate Bridge, Painted Ladies - Alamo Square and Alcatraz Island.
