Travelling from Washington DC to Georgetown: what you need to know
When searching for a flight from Washington DC to Georgetown, there's a selection of airports you can take off from. Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA), Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) and Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) are some of Washington DC's main terminals.
Cheddi Jagan International Airport (GEO) and Ogle Airport (OGL) are Georgetown's chief entry points.
Washington DC and Georgetown are in the same timezone, UTC-4.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your Washington DC to Georgetown flight.
Travelling during a popular month like July? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines and delays at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Georgetown
Booking in advance is often the key to locking in a cheap Washington DC to Georgetown flight. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the nearer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
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Flying from Washington DC
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save money on your Washington DC to Georgetown flight. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Ronald Reagan National Airport. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
DCA is around 6 kilometres from central Washington DC. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 45 minutes.
Want a convenient hotel near Ronald Reagan National Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Washington DC to Georgetown, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Ronald Reagan National Airport, 76.44% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
DCA is located at 1 Aviation Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Split up your Washington DC to Georgetown flight with a stop so you can freshen up or cross a new place off your list. Popular stopovers between Washington Dulles International Airport and Georgetown are:
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Washington DC to IAD in around 1 hour 10 minutes. The terminal is roughly 40 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 50 minutes.
Get a head start on your holiday with an additional night away from home. Before catching your flight from Washington DC to Georgetown, take it easy in one of these hotels near Washington Dulles International Airport:
Washington Dulles International Airport has an on-time performance of 74%. This figure reflects how frequently flights that take off from this airport arrive on time.
You'll find IAD at 1 Saarinen Circle.
Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)
Booking a ticket from Washington DC to Georgetown with one or more stops can offer you more choice of departure times and access to lower fares. When departing from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI), here are a few places you can make a pit stop at on the way to Georgetown:
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
From the centre of Washington DC, BWI is around 40 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 50 minutes to get to the airport by car and 1 hour 30 minutes or so if you use public transport.
Make taking an early Washington DC to Georgetown flight the easiest part of your trip. Stay at one of these accommodation options close to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport and get to your departure gate feeling relaxed and unhurried:
The on-time performance rating of BWI is 77.13%. In other words, that's how often flights that depart this airport arrive within the expected time frame.
Arriving in Georgetown
Cheddi Jagan International Airport (GEO)
The distance from Cheddi Jagan International Airport (GEO) to central Georgetown is roughly 32 kilometres. It'll take you about 55 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travel at your own pace with a Cheddi Jagan International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Europcar, Alamo or National and venture far and wide through Georgetown and beyond.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Cheddi Jagan International Airport about four weeks ahead of your Washington DC to Georgetown flight.
Ogle Airport (OGL)
Central Georgetown is about 6 kilometres from Ogle Airport (OGL). Once your flight from Washington DC to Georgetown has hit the runway and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 20 minutes.
You'll find some great places to call home for the night near OGL. Unwind after your Washington DC to Georgetown flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Pick up an Ogle Airport rental car and experience more with your own set of wheels. Europcar is just moments from your arrival gate, so you can drive off without missing a beat.
Avoid filling out forms at the rental desk by completing your booking beforehand. Reserve your ride from OGL in advance so you can just grab the keys and be on your way.
Best time to go to Georgetown
It's time to figure out your trip dates for your flight from Washington DC to Georgetown. July is the busiest month to visit Georgetown. If you like a quieter atmosphere, go in April.
Lock in a Washington DC to Georgetown ticket departing in September if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Georgetown to range from 22ºC to 35ºC.
Look for cheap flights from Washington DC to Georgetown in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 20ºC and 31ºC on average.
More about Georgetown
Start your Georgetown trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Washington DC to Georgetown, browse our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. St. George's Cathedral, Guyana National Museum and Promenade Gardens are highlights which should be on any good Georgetown itinerary.
Explore more of Guyana
Georgetown has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Guyana you'll want to see. Around 88 kilometres south of Georgetown, a visit to Linden will keep you on the move. Don't miss top attractions like Linden Sky Lake, bounceland amusement park and Blue Lake Linden.
Any trip through Guyana wouldn't feel complete without exploring New Amsterdam. Keith And Sons Flower Garden is just one of the highlights in this destination, which is around 97 kilometres south-east of Georgetown.
