Flying from LaGuardia Airport (LGA) to Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from LaGuardia Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport is 1 hour 25 minutes.
New York and Washington DC share the same timezone, UTC-4.
Flights from LGA to DCA start at 06:00 — the first with American Airlines. The latest departure is at 21:30 with Delta Air Lines. Overall, you can take your pick of 629 weekly LaGuardia Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport flights.
To ensure you catch your LGA to DCA flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a high season in general.
American Airlines offers direct flights from LaGuardia Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to check out the sights in Washington DC — and maybe even more of United States if time allows.
American Airlines is the most frequently booked airline on this route.
The most punctual carrier that operates LGA to DCA flights is Delta Air Lines. Its services arrive as scheduled 78.86% of the time.
If you'd like to split up your journey, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from LaGuardia Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport. These are the top stopovers between LGA and DCA:
Hancock International Airport
Philadelphia International Airport
Greater Rochester International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from LaGuardia Airport (LGA) to Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
Right now, $88 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way LaGuardia Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $165. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from LGA to DCA, reserve your trip six months ahead of your departure.
The cheapest month for flights from LaGuardia Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.
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Handy information about LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
You'll find LGA at Hangar 7 Centre.
LaGuardia Airport maintains a strong on-time performance, making delays less likely. Departures from LGA land at their destination as scheduled 80.0% of the time.
LaGuardia Airport is around 18 kilometres from central New York. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport takes about 1 hour.
Get your holiday off to a hassle-free start by staying near LGA. Whether you're boarding an early flight from LaGuardia Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a LaGuardia Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near DCA instead:
Travel at your own speed with a Ronald Reagan National Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Thrifty, Sixt or Dollar and venture far and wide through Washington DC and beyond.
For the best deal, book your ride from Ronald Reagan National Airport about four weeks before you travel.
Getting from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) to central Washington DC
DCA is located at 1 Aviation Circle.
Ronald Reagan National Airport to the centre of Washington DC has a drive time of around 15 minutes. It's approximately 8 kilometres away.
It takes roughly 45 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from LaGuardia Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport. February is the most popular month to visit Washington DC. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in May.
Lock in your flight from LaGuardia Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport for July if you want to explore Washington DC during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF). Look for cheap tickets from LGA to DCA sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of United States
Washington DC has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of United States you'll want to see. About 322 kilometres north-east of Washington DC, a trip to New York will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading attractions like Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Empire State Building.
Philadelphia is another sought-after destination in United States and is around 193 kilometres north-east of Washington DC. No journey is complete without a visit to Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art.