Flying from Washington DC to Leon Airport (LAP): What you need to know
You can choose from multiple airports when organising your flight from Washington DC to Leon Airport (LAP). Explore your options for departing Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA), Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) and Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI).
The timezone in La Paz is UTC-7, which is three hours behind Washington DC. Leon Airport is located in La Paz.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Washington DC to LAP. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
Longer lines at security and check-in are more likely if you're jetting off during high season, so give yourself a bit more breathing room. The recommendation for peak periods? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
Travelling from central Washington DC to DCA takes about 45 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 8 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to Ronald Reagan National Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Washington DC to Leon Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
76.44% of flights leaving from Ronald Reagan National Airport land at their destination on schedule.
The address for DCA is 1 Aviation Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
You can arrive at IAD from the centre of Washington DC in approximately 50 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 10 minutes to travel the 56 kilometres or so.
Catching an early morning flight? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Washington Dulles International Airport the day before your Washington DC to LAP flight:
When it comes to keeping flights on track, Washington Dulles International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 74.39%.
You'll find IAD at 1 Saarinen Circle.
Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)
From central Washington DC, BWI is around 48 kilometres away. It takes roughly 50 minutes to get there by car and 1 hour 30 minutes or so if you use public transport.
Make catching an early Washington DC to Leon Airport flight the easiest part of your trip. Book a room at one of these hotels near Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport and get to your boarding gate with plenty of time to spare:
Flights departing from BWI arrive at their destination within the scheduled time frame 77.13% of the time.
About Leon Airport (LAP)
Reserve a hotel close to LAP if you're catching a late flight from Washington DC to Leon Airport. Select one of these options and end the night sooner:
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Secure the lowest price by reserving your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your Washington DC to Leon Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Leon Airport (LAP)
At the moment, ج.م. 10,899 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Leon Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is ج.م. 14,927. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Washington DC to LAP. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.
Cheap Washington DC to Leon Airport tickets are easier to find when your travel dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares throughout the month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Washington DC to Leon Airport (LAP)
April is the quietest month for flights from Washington DC to Leon Airport (LAP), while July is the busiest. Figure out the best time to visit La Paz based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Before locking in your Washington DC to LAP flight ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in La Paz, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC to 35ºC.
January sees temperatures of between 13ºC and 24ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Washington DC to Leon Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about La Paz
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Explore more of Mexico
You've seen La Paz, now it's time to discover other parts of Mexico. Journey about 241 kilometres north-east to Los Mochis to check off its top attractions. From Prado del Sur Park to Jardín Botánico Benjamin Francis Johnston and Los Naranjos Park, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 257 kilometres north-east of La Paz, Guasave is another favourite stop in Mexico. No visit is complete without checking out La Florida Park, Parque Por La Paz and Hernando de Villafañe Park.
