Flying from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Lome Airport (LFW): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Lome Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 10 hours 5 minutes.
Lome's timezone is UTC+0, making Lome four hours ahead of Washington DC.
Choose from eight weekly Washington Dulles International Airport to Lome Airport flights. The 20:40 departure with Ethiopian Airlines is the earliest available. Ethiopian Airlines operates the last service of the day at 21:45.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your IAD to LFW flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
During popular months such as April, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
Ethiopian Airlines is your gateway to exploring Lome (and perhaps some other great corners of Togo!). Check out the direct flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Lome Airport offered by this carrier.
The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is Ethiopian Airlines.
Among carriers operating IAD to LFW flights, Ethiopian Airlines has the highest percentage of on-time landings.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Washington Dulles International Airport to Lome Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between IAD and LFW:
Newark Liberty International Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Lome Airport (LFW)
Right now, £503 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Washington Dulles International Airport to Lome Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is £768. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.
Book ten months before you want to fly. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from IAD to LFW.
The cheapest month for flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Lome Airport is September. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.
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Handy information about Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
You'll find IAD at 1 Saarinen Circle.
When it comes to Washington Dulles International Airport's on-time performance, 74.39% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Central Washington DC to Washington Dulles International Airport is approximately 35 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 50 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 3 hours 25 minutes when using public transport.
Get your journey off to a relaxed start by staying near IAD. Whether you're catching an early flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Lome Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Lome Airport (LFW)
If you have a late Washington Dulles International Airport to Lome Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these options near LFW:
Grab a Lome Airport rental car and take your itinerary to places outside the usual attractions. Europcar and Hertz can set you up with a set of wheels for your travels through Lome and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Lome Airport around four weeks in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Lome Airport (LFW) to central Lome
Lome Airport to central Lome has a drive time of around 15 minutes. It's approximately 5 miles away.
When to fly to Lome Airport (LFW)
The quietest month for a flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Lome Airport is February, while June is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Lome based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Lock in your flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Lome Airport for March if you want to explore Lome during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 26ºC (79ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from IAD to LFW in August if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) on average.
Explore more of Togo
Sokodé is just one of the many cities in Togo waiting to be explored after you've seen Lome. Around 200 miles away to the north, check out popular attractions including Eglise des Assemblée de Dieu du Togo, Tchawanda, Grande Mosquée de Sokodé and Musee regional de Sokode.
Set out 240 miles north from Lome to reach Kara, another standout destination in Togo. Don't leave without exploring Koutammakou and Église Catholique Sainte Famille.