Flying from Washington DC to Ponciano Arriaga International Airport (SLP): What you need to know
Ponciano Arriaga International Airport is located in San Luis Potosi. The city runs on the UTC-6 timezone and is one hour behind Washington DC.
To ensure you catch your flight from Washington DC to SLP, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Getting on a plane during a peak month like July? Popular periods (like spring break and Thanksgiving) can add another hour at check-in and security. Be extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)
Whether you're hoping to explore another city as part of your journey or just take a break, we make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To check out your options leaving from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) is a stop you can make when searching for cheap flights from Washington DC to SLP.
Located around 6 kilometres from the centre of Washington DC, DCA can be reached in about 10 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 25 minutes.
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When it comes to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport's on-time performance, data shows 71% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
DCA is located at 1 Aviation Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Consider adding a stopover to your journey at Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW). It's a key transfer point for flights from Washington DC to Ponciano Arriaga International Airport (SLP) leaving Washington Dulles International Airport.
With public transport, you can travel from central Washington DC to IAD in about 1 hour 10 minutes. The terminal is roughly 40 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 45 minutes.
Flying out early in the morning? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Washington Dulles International Airport the day before your Washington DC to SLP flight:
Washington Dulles International Airport has an on-time performance of 77%. This figure sheds light on how often flights that depart from this airport make it to their destination on time.
IAD is located at 1 Saarinen Circle.
Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI)
Whether just for a couple of hours or a weekend, a stopover can make your journey feel a little easier. When flying out of Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI), you can book a plane ticket from Washington DC to Ponciano Arriaga International Airport (SLP) with a stop at Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW).
BWI is roughly 48 kilometres from central Washington DC. Driving from the city centre to the airport takes about 40 minutes. If you're thinking about taking public transport, you can expect a journey of around 50 minutes.
Make catching an early Washington DC to Ponciano Arriaga International Airport flight the easiest part of your journey. Book a room at one of these accommodation options near Baltimore Washington International Airport and get to the check-in counter with time to spare:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that tracks how often flights arrive at their destinations when they should. At BWI, that rate is 77%.
About Ponciano Arriaga International Airport (SLP)
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Booking your ride around four weeks ahead of your Washington DC to Ponciano Arriaga International Airport flight can help you score a better rate.
Getting from Ponciano Arriaga International Airport (SLP) to central San Luis Potosi
From Ponciano Arriaga International Airport, central San Luis Potosi is around 23 kilometres away. It takes about 25 minutes to reach the city centre by car.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of about 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Ponciano Arriaga International Airport (SLP)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Ponciano Arriaga International Airport is ₹ 22,634. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ₹ 36,677. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Washington DC to SLP if you book ahead. Airlines often have some amazing early bird rates.
Affordable Washington DC to Ponciano Arriaga International Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across every month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Washington DC to Ponciano Arriaga International Airport (SLP)
It's time to work out when to book your flight from Washington DC to Ponciano Arriaga International Airport (SLP). October is the peak month for travel to San Luis Potosi. If you like your getaways a little more chill, head there in December.
The warmest month in San Luis Potosi is May, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC and 32ºC. Lock in your Washington DC to SLP plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
Look for cheap tickets from Washington DC to Ponciano Arriaga International Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC and 23ºC.
More about San Luis Potosi
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in San Luis Potosi right here. Check out these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Washington DC to Ponciano Arriaga International Airport:
There are plenty of exciting things to do in San Luis Potosi when you're in the mood to sightsee. Head straight for Cascada de Tamul followed by Cathedral of San Luis Potosi and Puente de Dios.
Explore more of Mexico
Guadalajara is just one of the many places in Mexico waiting to be discovered once you've seen San Luis Potosi. Around 306 kilometres away to the southwest, its top attractions include Guadalajara Cathedral, Temple of Our Lady of Guadalupe and Mural Gigante FRIDA KHALO.
If you're looking to explore another well-known destination in Mexico, consider León de los Aldama, about 145 kilometres southwest of San Luis Potosi. Plaza Principal de León, Museo de Arte E Historia de Guanajuato and Templo de Santo Domingo are among its highlights.
