Travelling from Washington DC to Jacksonville International Airport (JAX): What you need to know
Your trip gets off the ground at one of Washington DC's main airports, Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) or Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). Explore your options for booking a flight from Washington DC to Jacksonville International Airport (JAX) jetting off from either of these bases.
Around 2 hours 10 minutes is how long you'll be in the air on a direct Washington DC to Jacksonville International Airport flight.
Washington DC and Jacksonville (where Jacksonville International Airport is located) share the UTC-4 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch when you arrive.
The most popular route is from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) to Jacksonville International Airport (JAX), with 30 direct services every week. If you'd rather get moving right away, the earliest flight from DCA to JAX is the 7:29am American Airlines service. If you're looking to take off later, the last departure is at 9:15pm with American Airlines.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your flight from Washington DC to JAX.
Peak travel periods mean busier airports, so aim to get there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to stay on schedule.
Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
You can jump on a direct flight from Washington DC to Jacksonville International Airport (JAX) leaving from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA).
When leaving from DCA, you can take a direct flight from Washington DC to Jacksonville International Airport with American Airlines.
Most travellers choose to book seats with American Airlines from DCA to JAX.
American Airlines leads the way in punctuality. An exceptional 84.1% of its services on this route land as scheduled.
DCA is around 8 kilometres from central Washington DC. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 45 minutes.
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Of the flights that depart from Ronald Reagan National Airport, 76.44% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
You'll find DCA at 1 Aviation Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Thinking of flying out of Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)? Direct Washington DC to Jacksonville International Airport (JAX) flight tickets are available from here.
United Airlines has direct flights from Washington DC to JAX out of IAD. Book your favourite aisle (or window) seat and reach your destination without any detours.
United Airlines attracts the most bookings on the IAD to JAX route.
United Airlines is the most consistently on-time carrier operating flights between Washington Dulles International Airport and Jacksonville International Airport.
IAD is around 56 kilometres from central Washington DC. It'll take 50 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 10 minutes.
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Looking at how often flights stay on schedule, Washington Dulles International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 74.39%.
You'll find IAD at 1 Saarinen Circle.
Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)
Get to your destination faster from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI). Direct flights from Washington DC to Jacksonville International Airport can be booked from here.
Fly out of BWI with Southwest Airlines. This trusted airline offers direct Washington DC to JAX flight tickets.
Southwest Airlines is the most frequently booked airline offering flights from BWI to JAX.
The most reliable carrier for punctuality on this route is Southwest Airlines. Its services land as scheduled 73.86% of the time.
BWI is around 48 kilometres from central Washington DC. Driving from the city centre to the terminal takes about 50 minutes. If you're thinking about taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Make departure day worry-free — stay close to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport and know you'll be at your gate with time to spare. Get settled at one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early Washington DC to Jacksonville International Airport flight:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that monitors how often flights land as expected. At BWI, that figure is 77.13%.
About Jacksonville International Airport (JAX)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Washington DC to Jacksonville International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these options near JAX:
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Get the best deal by reserving your ride around two weeks ahead of your Washington DC to Jacksonville International Airport flight.
JAX is located at 2400 Yankee Clipper Drive.
Getting from Jacksonville International Airport (JAX) to central Jacksonville
Jacksonville International Airport is about 18 kilometres from central Jacksonville. The time it takes to get there in a car hire or cab will depend on the time of day. Do some research before you go.
It typically takes 1 hour 20 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Jacksonville International Airport (JAX)
Currently, $85 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Jacksonville International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $182. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Washington DC to JAX if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird deals.
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The best time to fly from Washington DC to Jacksonville International Airport (JAX)
July is the most popular month for flights from Washington DC to Jacksonville International Airport (JAX). Visit Jacksonville in May for a more low-key escape.
Lock in a Washington DC to JAX flight ticket departing in July if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Jacksonville to range from 23ºC (73ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
January has temperatures of between 5ºC (41ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Washington DC to Jacksonville International Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Jacksonville
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There are loads of things to do in Jacksonville when you're ready to sightsee. Make your way to St. John's Cathedral followed by San Marco Historic District and Museum of Contemporary Art Jacksonville.
Explore more of the United States
You've seen Jacksonville, now it's time to explore more of the United States. Travel around 290 kilometres south to Tampa to tick off its leading attractions. From Super Bowl to Busch Gardens Tampa and The Florida Aquarium, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 225 kilometres south of Jacksonville, Orlando is another favourite stop in the United States. No visit is complete without checking out Hogwarts, Universal's Islands of Adventure and Hogwarts Express.