Flying from Palm Beach International Airport (PBI) to Washington DC: what you need to know
Around 2 hours 40 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Palm Beach International Airport to Washington DC.
West Palm Beach (the location of Palm Beach International Airport) and Washington DC share the same timezone — UTC-4.
The most popular route is from Palm Beach International Airport (PBI) to Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA). You can choose from 251 services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to get on your way as soon as possible, the earliest flight from PBI to DCA is the 08:40 jetBlue option. If you'd rather fly out later on, the last departure is at 20:39 with jetBlue.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your flight from PBI to Washington DC.
Peak months like July or holiday times such as Christmas and New Year will mean bigger lines at check-in and security. Be on the safe side and head to the terminal even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and up four hours ahead of an international flight is a wise move.
Start your trip with a direct flight from Palm Beach International Airport to Washington DC. From PBI, you can fly straight into any of these Washington DC airports:
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)
Pick from a variety of carriers offering direct flights from Palm Beach International Airport to Washington DC. Book your ticket with one of these:
You won't need your passport or a visa to travel within United States. You will need a valid form of identification however, like a driver's licence or ID card. Make sure they're on your packing list once you've booked cheap tickets from Palm Beach International Airport to Washington DC.
The journey from central West Palm Beach to PBI takes about 48 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 6 kilometres in 11 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
In search of a handy hotel near PBI? If you're boarding an early flight from Palm Beach International Airport to Washington DC, these stays will have you moments from check-in:
How to find the cheapest flights from Palm Beach International Airport (PBI) to Washington DC
$121 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Palm Beach International Airport to Washington DC. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $273. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares could change.
To pick up cheap tickets from PBI to Washington DC, reserve your trip 9 months ahead of your departure date.
May is the cheapest month for tickets from Palm Beach International Airport to Washington DC. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
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Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) to the centre of Washington DC is about 16 minutes by car. It's approximately 8 kilometres away.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 43 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Palm Beach International Airport to Washington DC, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near DCA:
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) is about 56 kilometres from central Washington DC. Once you've hopped off your flight from Palm Beach International Airport to Washington DC, it'll take you around 51 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take around 3 hours and 26 minutes.
After your flight from PBI to Washington DC, unwind at a hotel close to IAD. These are some great options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Washington DC
July is the busiest month for flights from Palm Beach International Airport to Washington DC. To skip the crowds, plan your trip to Washington DC in May when things are quieter.
Before you book a flight from Palm Beach International Airport to Washington DC, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Washington DC, with the temperature ranging from 19ºC to 33ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from PBI to Washington DC in January when temperatures average between -6ºC and 10ºC.
More about Washington DC
After booking your flight from Palm Beach International Airport to Washington DC, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Washington DC:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. White House Historical Association, The White House and National Mall are must-visits when exploring Washington DC.
Complete your Washington DC trip with a car rental
Choose one of our car rentals in Washington DC and explore the city at your own pace. Easily compare companies in one go to find the ideal ride after booking your hotel and cheap flights from Palm Beach International Airport to Washington DC.