Flying from Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC) to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport is 7 hours.
Washington DC's timezone is UTC-4, making Washington DC four hours ahead of Anchorage.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your ANC to IAD flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
United Airlines is your gateway to discovering Washington DC (and perhaps some other exciting corners of United States!). Check out the direct flights from Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport offered by this popular airline.
The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is United Airlines.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between ANC and IAD include:
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
Vancouver International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC) to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Currently, $321 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $824. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.
Get cheap tickets from ANC to IAD by booking six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.
You won't have to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from ANC to IAD.
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Handy information about Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC)
When it comes to Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport's on-time performance, 79.27% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Central Anchorage to Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport is around 10 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
The trip when using public transport usually takes 40 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to ANC:
Arriving at Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
If you're landing on a late Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these options near IAD:
Follow your own route with a Washington Dulles International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Sixt and venture far and wide through Washington DC and beyond.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Washington Dulles International Airport around one week before your trip.
Getting from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to central Washington DC
You'll find IAD at 1 Saarinen Circle.
From Washington Dulles International Airport, Washington DC is approximately 56 kilometres away. It takes around 50 minutes to drive to the centre.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes around 3 hours 25 minutes.
When to fly to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
The quietest month for a flight from Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport is January, while April is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Washington DC based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Book your flight from Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport for July if you'd like to go to Washington DC during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF). Look for cheap tickets from ANC to IAD around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of United States
You've visited Washington DC, now it's time to explore other corners of United States. Travel about 322 kilometres north-east to New York to check off its top sights. From Statue of Liberty to Central Park and Empire State Building, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 193 kilometres north-east of Washington DC, Philadelphia is another favourite stop in United States. Experience major highlights starting with Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art.