Travelling from Washington DC to Benjamin Rivera Noriega Airport (CPX): What you need to know
Benjamin Rivera Noriega Airport is located in Culebra. The city is in the UTC-4 timezone and is one hour ahead of Washington DC.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your flight from Washington DC to CPX.
If you're getting away during a peak month like July, get to the terminal even earlier. It's wise to arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures. Expect lines to be longer during holiday periods like Christmas and New Year.
Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)
Located around 6 kilometres from central Washington DC, DCA can be reached in about 10 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport is roughly 25 minutes.
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71% of flights leaving from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport make it to their destination on time.
DCA is located at 1 Aviation Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Break up your flight from Washington DC to Benjamin Rivera Noriega Airport with a stop at Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU). A major connection between Washington Dulles International Airport and CPX, it's a good opportunity to enjoy some downtime before continuing your journey.
You can get to IAD from central Washington DC in approximately 45 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes to travel the 40 kilometres or so.
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77% of all departures from Washington Dulles International Airport make it to their destination as expected.
You'll find IAD at 1 Saarinen Circle.
Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI)
You can reserve a plane ticket from Washington DC to Benjamin Rivera Noriega Airport (CPX) out of Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI) with a stopover. Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU) is a popular connection point.
BWI is roughly 48 kilometres from central Washington DC. The drive from the city centre to the airport takes about 40 minutes. If you're planning to use public transport, expect a journey of around 50 minutes.
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The on-time performance rate of BWI is 77%. In other words, that's how frequently flights from this airport arrive within the expected time frame.
About Benjamin Rivera Noriega Airport (CPX)
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Getting from Benjamin Rivera Noriega Airport (CPX) to central Culebra
Central Culebra is around 2 kilometres from Benjamin Rivera Noriega Airport and takes about 5 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for heading into the city, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Benjamin Rivera Noriega Airport (CPX)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Benjamin Rivera Noriega Airport is ج.م. 13,822. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ج.م. 29,471. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To find cheap flights from Washington DC to CPX, book early. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when flights are first released.
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The best time to fly from Washington DC to Benjamin Rivera Noriega Airport (CPX)
December is the quietest month for flights from Washington DC to Benjamin Rivera Noriega Airport (CPX), while April is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Culebra based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Book a Washington DC to CPX plane ticket departing in September if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Culebra to range from 25ºC to 30ºC.
March sees temperatures of between 22ºC and 27ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Washington DC to Benjamin Rivera Noriega Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Culebra
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Culebra right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Washington DC to Benjamin Rivera Noriega Airport:
There are plenty of things to do in Culebra when you're ready to get out and sightsee. Head straight for Flamenco Beach followed by Bahía Flamenco and Tamarindo Beach.
Explore more of Puerto Rico
You've done Culebra, now it's time to discover other parts of Puerto Rico. Travel about 145 kilometres west to Ponce to tick off its leading sights. From Playa de Ponce to Plaza of Delights (Plaza de las Delicias) and Ponce Art Museum, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 153 kilometres west of Culebra, Arecibo is another essential stop in Puerto Rico. Start your sightseeing at Cueva del Indio Nature Reserve, Birth of the New World and Arecibo Lighthouse and Historical Park.
