Miami to Washington DC Flights

Flying from Miami Airport

Miami International Airport - MIA - is eight miles to the north west of Miami City and there are several ways to reach the airport. The quickest is the Metrorail, which takes a direct route from downtown Miami with the journey taking only 15 minutes. There is also a bus service that runs between South Beach and the airport. For those deciding to drive to Miami Airport there are various parking options available, including park and ride, valet parking and disabled parking.

The airport has much to keep passengers who are waiting for their flights from Miami occupied. MIA boasts over 200 shops and restaurants, allowing visitors to engage in some 'retail therapy' or enjoy meals, snacks and drinks before heading off for the departure lounges. The airport has also striven to create a congenial atmosphere thanks to its 'MIA Galleries' with art displays, as well as its Children's Gallery and various community projects on display. There is also a non-denominational chapel located in North Terminal D. Passengers travelling with their dogs can also take them to the 'animal relief areas' or 'doggy parks' at concourses D, E and J.

Within the MIA grounds is the Miami International Airport Hotel. It is the ideal spot to relax in before setting off on flights Miami, and equally convenient for those who want to spend a restful night's sleep prior to departure. To learn more and book flights from Miami to Washington DC, visit our website at ebookers.com.

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.