Travelling from Washington DC to Juneau International Airport (JNU): What you need to know
Your travel plans take shape at one of Washington DC's main airports, Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) or Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). Check out your options for booking a flight from Washington DC to Juneau International Airport (JNU) taking off from either of these.
Juneau International Airport is located in Juneau. The city runs on the UTC-8 timezone and is four hours behind Washington DC.
Your flight from Washington DC to JNU won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
In high season, allow for longer wait times and be there earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
DCA is around 8 kms (5 miles) from central Washington DC. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 45 minutes.
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Of the departures from Ronald Reagan National Airport, 76.44% land on time at their destination.
You'll find DCA at 1 Aviation Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
You can reach IAD from central Washington DC in approximately 50 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes to cover the 56 kms (35 miles) or so.
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Washington Dulles International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 74.39%. This figure gives an insight into how frequently flights departing from this airport reach their destination on time.
You'll find IAD at 1 Saarinen Circle.
Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)
From central Washington DC, BWI is around 48 kms (30 miles) away. It takes roughly 50 minutes to get to the airport by car and 1 hour 30 minutes or so if you use public transport.
Skip the rush on your departure day — stay near Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport and know you'll get to your boarding gate with time to spare. Get settled at one of these hotels the day before if you have an early Washington DC to Juneau International Airport flight:
The on-time performance record of BWI is 77.13%. In simpler terms, that's how often flights from this airport arrive within the expected time frame.
About Juneau International Airport (JNU)
Book a hotel near JNU if you're catching a late flight from Washington DC to Juneau International Airport. Choose one of these accommodation options and be in bed in no time flat:
JNU is located at 155 South Seward Street.
Getting from Juneau International Airport (JNU) to central Juneau
Juneau International Airport is around 7 miles from central Juneau. How long it'll take to get there by cab or car hire depends on the time of day. Do a little research before you go.
It takes roughly 40 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Juneau International Airport (JNU)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Juneau International Airport is £127. For a return flight on this route, the best price is £245. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Washington DC to JNU if you book early. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird rates.
If you have some flexibility with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price in each month when searching for your Washington DC to Juneau International Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Washington DC to Juneau International Airport (JNU)
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Washington DC to Juneau International Airport (JNU). July is when most people travel to Juneau. If you're all about a more relaxed kind of trip, head there in February.
When booking your Washington DC to JNU plane ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in Juneau, with temperatures ranging from 6ºC (43ºF) to 18ºC (64ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Washington DC to Juneau International Airport in February if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC (10ºF) and 1ºC (34ºF).
More about Juneau
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Juneau right here. Check out these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Washington DC to Juneau International Airport:
There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be tricky to know where to start. Moraine Lake Trail, Mendenhall Glacier Visitor Centre and Cruise Pier Juneau are top sights which should feature on any good Juneau itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
Juneau will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of the United States just waiting to be discovered. About 153 kms (95 miles) south of Juneau, a trip to Sitka will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like Sitka National Historic Park/Totem Park, St. Michael's Cathedral and Fortress of the Bear.
If you're interested in discovering another major stop in the United States, head for Petersburg, about 193 kms (120 miles) south-east of Juneau. City Creek Trail, Raven's Roost Trailhead and Cascade Creek Cabin are among its highlights.