Flying from Washington DC to Valencia Airport (VLC): What you need to know
Organising your flight from Washington DC to Valencia Airport (VLC) begins with finding the best airport to start your adventure from. Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA), Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) and Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) are the main terminals in Washington DC.
Valencia is five hours ahead of Washington DC. Valencia Airport is located in Valencia, which is in the UTC+1 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport on time to board your flight from Washington DC to VLC.
Delays at check-in and security are likely if you're flying during high season, so allow some extra breathing room. The recommendation for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
Travelling from central Washington DC to DCA takes around 45 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 8 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a relaxed start to your travels? Stay near Ronald Reagan National Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Washington DC to Valencia Airport or prefer not to rush, these hotels are just the thing:
76.44% of flights departing from Ronald Reagan National Airport land at their destination on time.
You'll find DCA at 1 Aviation Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Split up your flight from Washington DC to Valencia Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or tick another place off your list. Some great stopovers between Washington Dulles International Airport and VLC include:
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
IAD is around 56 kilometres from central Washington DC. It'll take you 50 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 10 minutes.
Get your holiday started early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Washington DC to VLC flight, kick back in one of these hotels near Washington Dulles International Airport:
As far as flight punctuality goes, Washington Dulles International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 74.39%.
The street address for IAD is 1 Saarinen Circle.
Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)
When reserving your flight ticket from Washington DC to Valencia Airport (VLC) out of Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI), you have stopover options to choose from. Consider making a pit stop at London Heathrow Airport (LHR), one of the busiest connection points on this route.
The journey time to BWI from the centre of Washington DC is around 1 hour 30 minutes by public transport. If you're planning to travel by car, it'll take you about 50 minutes to cover the 48 kilometres or so.
Stay in bed a little longer and still make your Washington DC to Valencia Airport flight without having to rush. These hotels near Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport make getting to the terminal a breeze if you're flying out first thing:
Flights that leave from BWI arrive at their destination on schedule 77.13% of the time.
About Valencia Airport (VLC)
Consider booking a hotel close to VLC if you have a late flight from Washington DC to Valencia Airport. Pick one of these accommodation options and be in bed sooner:
Travel at your own pace with a Valencia Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Goldcar, Record Go or Click and Rent and venture far and wide through Valencia and beyond.
Booking your vehicle around three weeks ahead of your Washington DC to Valencia Airport flight can help you score a better rate.
Getting from Valencia Airport (VLC) to central Valencia
Valencia Airport to the centre of Valencia is around 10 kilometres. If you're renting a car or getting a cab, plan in advance to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times will vary depending on the time of day and traffic conditions.
It typically takes 1 hour 35 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Valencia Airport (VLC)
At the moment, ₹ 34,172 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Valencia Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is ₹ 46,231. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Washington DC to VLC if you book early. Airlines often have some excellent early bird deals.
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The best time to fly from Washington DC to Valencia Airport (VLC)
April is the quietest month for flights from Washington DC to Valencia Airport (VLC), while July is the most popular. Find the best time to visit Valencia based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Book a Washington DC to VLC flight ticket departing in July if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Valencia to range from 20ºC to 33ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from Washington DC to Valencia Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC and 17ºC.
More about Valencia
Start your Valencia trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Washington DC to Valencia Airport, browse our selection of hotels including:
Your trip to Valencia isn't complete without checking out the sights. Leading attractions you won't want to miss include City of Arts and Sciences, Plaza del Ayuntamiento and Barrio del Carmen.
Explore more of Spain
You've visited Valencia, now it's time to explore more of Spain. Travel about 241 kilometres north to Zaragoza to check off its top sights. From Plaza España to Plaza del Pilar and La Seo del Salvador, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Cuenca is another favourite destination in Spain and is around 153 kilometres north-west of Valencia. No trip is complete without a visit to Hanging Houses of Cuenca, Hanging Houses of Cuenca and Historic Walled Town of Cuenca.