Travelling from Washington DC to Harrisburg International Airport (MDT): What you need to know
Your route to adventure begins at Washington DC's main airport, Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). Explore the options for catching a flight from Washington DC to Harrisburg International Airport (MDT) leaving from this base.
Harrisburg's timezone is UTC-5, which is the same as Washington DC. Harrisburg International Airport is located in Harrisburg.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your flight from Washington DC to MDT.
If you're travelling during a popular month like July, arrive at the terminal even earlier. It's smart to arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures. Check-in and security lines are longer during high seasons like Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year.
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 will take roughly 25 minutes.
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Of the flights that depart from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, 71% arrive on time at their destination.
DCA is located at 1 Aviation Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Consider starting your trip from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). You can book a direct Washington DC to Harrisburg International Airport (MDT) plane ticket from this hub.
You can board a direct flight from Washington DC to MDT with United Airlines. This is one of the leading carriers flying this route out of IAD.
United is the most popular choice for travellers flying from IAD to MDT.
With 75.82% of its services arriving as planned, United is the top on-time carrier flying between Washington Dulles International Airport and Harrisburg International Airport.
IAD is around 40 kilometres from central Washington DC. It'll take you 45 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
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When it comes to keeping flights on track, Washington Dulles International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 77%.
The address for IAD is 1 Saarinen Circle.
Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI)
From central Washington DC, BWI is around 48 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 40 minutes to get to the airport by car and 50 minutes or so on public transport.
Take the uncertainty out of departure day — stay near Baltimore Washington International Airport and know you'll make it to your gate with time to spare. Get comfy at one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early Washington DC to Harrisburg International Airport flight:
The on-time performance rate of BWI is 77%. To put it simply, that's how frequently flights that depart this airport arrive at their final stop as planned.
About Harrisburg International Airport (MDT)
Have a late flight from Washington DC to Harrisburg International Airport? Don't let it stretch your travel day into tomorrow. Stay at one of these hotels near MDT and hit the pillow fast:
You'll find MDT at One Terminal Drive.
Getting from Harrisburg International Airport (MDT) to central Harrisburg
Harrisburg International Airport is around 14 kilometres from the centre of Harrisburg. It takes around 20 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
Travelling by public transport typically takes 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Harrisburg International Airport (MDT)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Harrisburg International Airport is Rs37,496. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs69,168. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares may change.
To find cheap flights from Washington DC to MDT, book ahead. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when flights first go on sale.
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The best time to fly from Washington DC to Harrisburg International Airport (MDT)
It's time to decide when to book your flight from Washington DC to Harrisburg International Airport (MDT). July is the most popular month to visit Harrisburg. If you like things a bit more low-key, go in January.
Before locking in your Washington DC to MDT plane ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. July is the warmest month in Harrisburg, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC to 31ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from Washington DC to Harrisburg International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -9ºC and 7ºC.
More about Harrisburg
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Harrisburg right here. Check out these options once you've locked in your flight from Washington DC to Harrisburg International Airport:
Your Harrisburg visit should come with a bit of sightseeing. Highlights that are worth your time include City Island Harrisburg, The State Museum of Pennsylvania and Wildwood Park.
Explore more of the United States
New York is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Harrisburg. Around 241 kilometres away to the east, popular attractions include Central Park, Statue of Liberty and Metropolitan Museum of Art.
Around 137 kilometres east of Harrisburg, Philadelphia is another essential stop in the United States. Start your sightseeing at Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
