Travelling from Orlando to Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA): what you need to know
All great adventures start at one of Orlando's main airports, Orlando International Airport (MCO) or Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB). Explore your options for booking a flight from Orlando to Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) setting off from either of these.
Hop on a direct flight from Orlando to Ronald Reagan National Airport and you'll be in the air for around 2 hours 16 minutes.
Orlando and Washington DC (where Ronald Reagan National Airport is located) share the UTC-4 timezone. That means you won't need to change your watch when you arrive.
The busiest route is from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA), with 112 direct weekly services. If you'd like to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from MCO to DCA is the 05:45 jetBlue service. If you prefer to travel later, the final departure is at 21:30 with Southwest Airlines.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Orlando to DCA. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
With more people on the move during peak months like July, be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and as much as four for international journeys will help you deal with any delays. Remember things also get busy during major holidays like Christmas.
Airports in Orlando
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
You can book a direct flight from Orlando to Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) leaving from Orlando International Airport (MCO).
You'll have your pick of airlines offering direct flights from Orlando to Ronald Reagan National Airport departing from MCO. Get on board with any of these:
To reach MCO from central Orlando, it takes about 22 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Want a convenient hotel near Orlando International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Orlando to Ronald Reagan National Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
About Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Orlando to Ronald Reagan National Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these options near DCA:
Getting from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) to central Washington DC
Ronald Reagan National Airport is approximately 8 kilometres from central Washington DC. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is about 16 minutes.
Travelling on public transport will take you roughly 43 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Orlando to Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Orlando to Ronald Reagan National Airport is $108. The cheapest price for a return flight is $217. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
8 months is how far you'll want to book ahead to score flight tickets from Orlando to DCA.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Orlando to Ronald Reagan National Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
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The best time to fly from Orlando to Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
July is the busiest month for flights from Orlando to Ronald Reagan National Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to Washington DC in May when things are quieter.
Think about the type of weather that'll suit your plans for Washington DC. The warmest month is July. Book your flights from Orlando to DCA sometime then and you can expect temperatures of between 19ºC and 33ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -6ºC and 10ºC. Look for cheap flights from Orlando to Ronald Reagan National Airport sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Washington DC
After booking your flight from Orlando to Ronald Reagan National Airport, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Washington DC:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. White House Historical Association, The White House and National Mall are attractions you won't want to skip in Washington DC.
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