Manchester to Washington DC Flights

Flying From Manchester

Manchester International Airport is one of the UK's major airports and is located in the North West of England. It is close to the M6 motorway and within easy access of the trans-Pennine M62 making it a major point of departure for people throughout the North. It boasts plentiful parking and the kind of facilities demanded by the modern traveller. Parking facilities include 'turn up and park', long stay parking and drop off points. For those choosing not to travel by car, the airport can be reached by coach, bus, Metrolink, train and taxi. Metrolink is ideal for passengers arriving from central Manchester and it stops at several stations en route.

Flights Manchester passengers can relax before departure at the lounges in Manchester Airport's three terminals. For those wanting to make some purchases there are also excellent shopping facilities available. There are well known restaurants, bars, snack bars and coffee houses at the airport, guaranteed to help passengers enjoy the best possible start to their holiday. Staff are also on hand to assist those with young children, or those who have mobility difficulties.

Those who have travelled a long way, or who prefer a good night's rest before taking flights from Manchester, will be pleased to know that there are several hotels close to the airport. A shuttle service allows those who have enjoyed a comfortable night's sleep to arrive for their flights in good time. Book flights from Manchester to Washington DC by visiting the ebookers.com website.

Airports in Washington D.C.

Washington D.C. is the thriving metropolitan capital of the United States. Every year, millions of people travel to the city for business, politics, and holiday. Arranging your trip to the capital city is easier when you go through ebookers for your flight. The District of Columbia is served by three airports. Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) in Arlington, Virginia, is the closest to the city centre Washington at four miles from the city centre. It serves Alaska, American, Continental, and many other carriers. Dulles International (IAD) is twenty-six miles away in Sterling, Virginia, and serves dozens of domestic and international carriers, including TACA, Lufthansa, and Virgin. Travel to Washington D.C. from Dulles may take up to an hour during times of heavy traffic. The third major airport in the area is Baltimore-Washington (BWI), located on Terminal Rd. in Baltimore. Ticket prices are often lower at BWI, although a ride into Washington with BWI Airport Taxi will cost $63.

Transportation from the Airport

All three of Washington D.C.'s airports handle heavy commercial traffic and millions of passengers every year. As a result, each of the three airports is connected to the capital by multiple bus and shuttle services, such as the Washington Flyer, which departs Dulles every thirty minutes for downtown DC and costs just $10. The service also stops at DCA and doesn't require reservations. Renting your car through ebookers is easy at these airports, as all three are served by many rental companies, including Avis, Budget, Enterprise, Thrifty, and Hertz.

Washington D.C.'s Climate

Temperatures in Washington D.C. range from summer highs of 30°C to a brisk -5°C during the winter months. Rain occurs throughout the year but peaks in July and August when many residents have left the city on their own holidays. Visitors are advised to check the local forecast before arriving.

Washington D.C.'s Main Attractions

Washington D.C. is a city of monuments, museums, and marvels. The District of Columbia is where you'll find the Smithsonian Institution. For no charge, you can visit its network of fifteen separate museums, zoos, and research facilities. No fewer than 7,000 new items are added every day to the Library of Congress, which is open to the public during normal business hours. Use ebookers to schedule your return trip, as the Library's 532 miles of shelf space and 115 million-item inventory might take more than one visit to browse fully.