Flying from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA): what you need to know
Washington DC is two hours ahead of Mexico City and follows the UTC-4 timezone.
To ensure you catch your MEX to DCA flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Benito Juarez International Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Some great stopovers between MEX and DCA include:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
George Bush Intercontinental Airport
Miami International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Benito Juarez International Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport flight is £151. A round-trip plane ticket right now is £379. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from MEX to DCA, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
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Handy information about Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Benito Juarez International Airport has an excellent on-time performance, making delays less likely. Departures from MEX make it to their destination as scheduled 80.91% of the time.
Central Mexico City to Benito Juarez International Airport is approximately 5 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
The trip on public transport takes about 55 minutes.
Have an early flight from Benito Juarez International Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels near MEX:
Arriving at Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
Consider booking a hotel close to DCA if you're on a late Benito Juarez International Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
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Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride from Ronald Reagan National Airport about four weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) to central Washington DC
You'll find DCA at 1 Aviation Circle.
Ronald Reagan National Airport is approximately 5 miles from central Washington DC. The drive time takes about 15 minutes.
It takes around 45 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
February is the busiest month for flights from Benito Juarez International Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport. For smaller crowds, travel to Washington DC in May.
When booking your flight from Benito Juarez International Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Washington DC, with the temperature ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from MEX to DCA in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC (21ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) on average.
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