Travelling from Ontario International Airport (ONT) to Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA): what you need to know
Washington DC is three hours ahead of Ontario and follows the UTC-4 timezone.
To ensure you get on your ONT to DCA flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Ontario International Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Here are some options between ONT and DCA:
Nashville International Airport
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport)
How to find the cheapest flights from Ontario International Airport (ONT) to Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
ج.م. 4,806 is currently the best price for a one-way Ontario International Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport flight. A return flight starts from ج.م. 7,220. These fares can change based on availability and demand.
It's often best to book early if you want to get cheap tickets from ONT to DCA. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Ontario International Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport across each month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
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Handy information about Ontario International Airport (ONT)
ONT's address is 2900 E. Airport Drive.
83.6% of flights departing from Ontario International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule. Given its strong performance rating, delays are unlikely when taking off from ONT.
Ontario International Airport is about 6 kilometres from central Ontario. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport.
Taking an early flight from Ontario International Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near ONT:
Arriving at Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on an Ontario International Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near DCA instead:
Travel at your own speed with a Ronald Reagan National Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Thrifty, Sixt or Dollar and see more of Washington DC and beyond.
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Ronald Reagan National Airport about four weeks ahead.
Getting from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) to central Washington DC
DCA is located at 1 Aviation Circle.
From Ronald Reagan National Airport, Washington DC is approximately 8 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to reach the centre by car.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 45 minutes.
When to fly to Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Ontario International Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport. February is the most popular month to head to Washington DC. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in May.
Before locking in your flight from Ontario International Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Washington DC, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC to 33ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from ONT to DCA in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC and 10ºC on average.
Explore more of United States
New York is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be explored after you've seen Washington DC. Around 322 kilometres away to the north-east, top sights here include Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Empire State Building.
Philadelphia is another essential stop in United States and is around 193 kilometres north-east of Washington DC. No journey is complete without seeing Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art.