Flying from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Mogadishu International Airport (MGQ): what you need to know
Mogadishu is seven hours ahead of Washington DC and follows the UTC+3 timezone.
To ensure you get on your IAD to MGQ flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months such as April, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during a peak period in general.
Enjoy a quick visit to another city or simply break up your journey with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Washington Dulles International Airport to Mogadishu International Airport. Many travellers pass through Addis Ababa Bole International Airport on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Mogadishu International Airport (MGQ)
$816 is currently the best price for a one-way Washington Dulles International Airport to Mogadishu International Airport flight. A return flight starts from $1,622. These fares may change depending on availability and demand.
It's usually best to book ahead of time if you're looking for cheap tickets from IAD to MGQ. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
Getting cheap flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Mogadishu International Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest fares across the month and snap up a great deal.
Save time looking for cheap flights from IAD to MGQ by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when fares go down.
Lock in the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Mogadishu International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
IAD is located at 1 Saarinen Circle.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Washington Dulles International Airport, data shows 74.39% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Central Washington DC to Washington Dulles International Airport is around 56 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 50 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
You can expect a journey time of about 3 hours 25 minutes on public transport.
Taking an early flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Mogadishu International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to IAD:
Arriving at Mogadishu International Airport (MGQ)
Get off your Washington Dulles International Airport to Mogadishu International Airport flight and be sprawled out in your hotel bed shortly after. If you're searching for a comfortable option a short journey from MGQ, stay at Lovely 3-Bed Apartment in Mogadishu.
Getting from Mogadishu International Airport (MGQ) to central Mogadishu
Mogadishu International Airport to central Mogadishu has a drive time of around 15 minutes. It's approximately 5 kilometres away.
When to fly to Mogadishu International Airport (MGQ)
The quietest month for a flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Mogadishu International Airport is February, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Mogadishu based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Mogadishu is April, with the temperature ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Lock in your flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Mogadishu International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from IAD to MGQ in August if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) on average.
Explore more of Somalia
Baidoa is just one of the many cities in Somalia waiting to be explored once you've seen Mogadishu. Around 225 kilometres away to the north-west, check out popular attractions including Baidoa City Park, Masjidka Carabta-Baidoa and Beeraha Carabta.
Time for another stop? Set out for Beledweyne. It's located about 306 kilometres north of Mogadishu and home to highlights like Bardaha Mosque.
