Traveling from Palm Beach International Airport (PBI) to Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Palm Beach International Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport is 2 hours 25 minutes.
West Palm Beach and Washington DC share the same timezone, UTC-4.
Flights from PBI to DCA start at 08:40 — the first with JetBlue Airways. The last departure is at 20:39 with JetBlue Airways. Overall, you can choose from 251 weekly Palm Beach International Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport flights.
Your PBI to DCA flight won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're traveling internationally.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months such as February. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Getting to Washington DC (and then discovering more of United States!) is a cinch with American Airlines. This popular carrier has direct flights from Palm Beach International Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport.
The majority of travelers choose to fly with American Airlines on this route.
With 78.38% of services arriving as planned, American Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating PBI to DCA flights.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Palm Beach International Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between PBI and DCA include:
Raleigh-Durham International Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Charlotte Douglas International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Palm Beach International Airport (PBI) to Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
$96 is currently the best price for a one-way Palm Beach International Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport flight. Return flights start at $177. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
Book six months before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from PBI to DCA.
The cheapest month for flights from Palm Beach International Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.
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Handy information about Palm Beach International Airport (PBI)
The address for PBI is Building 846, Palm Beach International.
Of the departures from Palm Beach International Airport, 74.45% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Palm Beach International Airport is around 6 kilometers from central West Palm Beach. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the center, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport typically takes 50 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Palm Beach International Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays near PBI:
Arriving at Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
If you're coming in on a late Palm Beach International Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these accommodation options near DCA:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Ronald Reagan National Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Thrifty, Sixt or Dollar and experience the lesser-explored corners of Washington DC and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Ronald Reagan National Airport about four weeks ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) to central Washington DC
The address for DCA is 1 Aviation Circle.
Ronald Reagan National Airport to central Washington DC has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 8 kilometers away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of roughly 45 minutes.
When to fly to Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
February is the busiest month for flights from Palm Beach International Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, travel to Washington DC in May.
The warmest month in Washington DC is July, with the temperature ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your flights from Palm Beach International Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from PBI to DCA in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -6ºC (21ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) on average.
Explore more of United States
Washington DC is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of United States just waiting to be discovered. About 322 kilometers north-east of Washington DC, a visit to New York will fill your itinerary to the brim. Check out popular attractions like Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Empire State Building.
Around 193 kilometers north-east of Washington DC, Philadelphia is another favorite stop in United States. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art.