Flying from Washington DC to Terceira Lajes Airport (TER): What you need to know
Terceira Lajes is four hours ahead of Washington DC. Terceira Lajes Airport is located in Terceira Lajes, which runs on the UTC-1 timezone.
Give yourself enough time to catch your flight from Washington DC to TER. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Hopping on a plane during a peak month like July? Popular periods (like Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year) can easily add another hour at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)
We make it simple to book cheap flights from Washington DC to TER with a stopover. To explore your options departing from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between DCA and TER include:
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Boston Logan International Airport (BOS)
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Travelling from central Washington DC to DCA takes about 25 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a taxi, you'll cover the 6 kms (4 miles) in 10 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a relaxed start to your trip? Stay near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Washington DC to Terceira Lajes Airport or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels are just what you're after:
Of all flights leaving Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, 71% land on time at their destination.
You'll find DCA at 1 Aviation Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Get the most out of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Washington DC to Terceira Lajes Airport. Here's where you can connect between Washington Dulles International Airport and TER:
Boston Logan International Airport (BOS)
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport (LIS)
You can arrive at IAD from central Washington DC in about 45 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes to travel the 40 kms (25 miles) or so.
Catching the earliest flight? You might like to check in to one of these accommodation options near Washington Dulles International Airport the day before your Washington DC to TER flight:
When it comes to keeping flights punctual, Washington Dulles International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 77%.
IAD is located at 1 Saarinen Circle.
Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI)
You can book a plane ticket from Washington DC to Terceira Lajes Airport (TER) leaving from Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI) with a stopover. New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) is a popular transfer point.
The journey time to BWI from central Washington DC is around 50 minutes by public transport. If you're planning to travel by car, it'll take you roughly 40 minutes to cover the 48 kms (30 miles) or so.
Skip the morning rush on departure day — stay close to Baltimore Washington International Airport and know you'll reach your gate with time to spare. Get settled at one of these hotels the day before if you have an early Washington DC to Terceira Lajes Airport flight:
The on-time performance record of BWI is 77%. In simpler terms, that's how often flights from this airport arrive at their destination as planned.
About Terceira Lajes Airport (TER)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Washington DC to Terceira Lajes Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near TER:
To get the best deal, reserve your ride around one week ahead of your Washington DC to Terceira Lajes Airport flight.
Getting from Terceira Lajes Airport (TER) to central Terceira Lajes
From Terceira Lajes Airport, central Terceira Lajes is around 3 kms (2 miles) away. It takes about 5 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
It takes around 10 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Terceira Lajes Airport (TER)
£524 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Terceira Lajes Airport. A return flight starts at £611. These fares may change depending on demand.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Washington DC to TER if you book early. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price in every month when searching for your Washington DC to Terceira Lajes Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Washington DC to Terceira Lajes Airport (TER)
April is the quietest month for flights from Washington DC to Terceira Lajes Airport (TER), while August is the busiest. Work out the best time to visit Terceira Lajes based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Before locking in your Washington DC to TER plane ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Terceira Lajes, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC to 24ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from Washington DC to Terceira Lajes Airport in February if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 11ºC and 16ºC.
More about Terceira Lajes
Once you've booked your flight from Washington DC to Terceira Lajes Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Terceira Lajes:
Don't leave Terceira Lajes without seeing its major sights. Museu do Carnaval da Ilha Terceira - Hélio Costa should be one of the first things on your to-do list.
Explore more of Portugal
Ponta Delgada is just one of the many cities in Portugal waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Terceira Lajes. Around 161 kms (100 miles) away to the southeast, well-known attractions include Portas da Cidade, Gruta do Carvao and Igreja do Colegio.
If you're looking to explore another major destination in Portugal, head for Lagoa, about 177 kms (110 miles) southeast of Terceira Lajes. Church of Santa Cruz, Colecao Visitavel Matriz of thegoa and Núcleo Museológico do Presépio are key highlights.
