Travelling from Washington Dulles Airport (IAD) to Cork Airport (ORK): what you need to know
The timezone in Cork is UTC+0, which is five hours ahead of Washington DC.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your IAD to ORK flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Flying during a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
If you'd like to split up your journey, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Washington Dulles Airport to Cork Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between IAD and ORK:
London Heathrow Airport
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
Handy information about Washington Dulles Airport (IAD)
IAD is located at 1 Saarinen Circle.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Washington Dulles Airport, 77% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Washington Dulles Airport is around 40 kms (25 miles) from central Washington DC. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport takes about 1 hour 10 minutes.
Have an early flight from Washington Dulles Airport to Cork Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels near IAD:
Arriving at Cork Airport (ORK)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Washington Dulles Airport to Cork Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near ORK instead:
Grab a Cork Airport rental car and explore Cork and beyond with your own set of wheels. Easirent, Budget and Carhire are popular outlets you can book with here.
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle from Cork Airport around three weeks before you set off.
Getting from Cork Airport (ORK) to central Cork
From Cork Airport, Cork is approximately 8 kms (5 miles) away. It takes around 15 minutes to drive to the centre.
Getting there on public transport will take you around 25 minutes.
When to fly to Cork Airport (ORK)
The quietest month for a flight from Washington Dulles Airport to Cork Airport is March, while June is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Cork based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Before locking in your flight from Washington Dulles Airport to Cork Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Cork, with temperatures ranging from 9ºC to 20ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from IAD to ORK in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 1ºC and 9ºC on average.
Explore more of Ireland
Dublin is just one of the many places in Ireland waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Cork. Around 225 kms (140 miles) away to the north-east, popular attractions include Guinness Storehouse, Trinity College Library and St. Patrick's Cathedral.