Flying from Washington DC to Brisbane Airport (BNE): What you need to know
When looking for your flight from Washington DC to Brisbane Airport (BNE), there's a good range of airports you can depart from. Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA), Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) and Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) are Washington DC's main options.
Brisbane is 14 hours ahead of Washington DC. Brisbane Airport is located in Brisbane, which follows the UTC+10 timezone.
To ensure you catch your flight from Washington DC to BNE, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
With more people on the move during high season, it's wise to be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will allow for additional wait times.
Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and perhaps even tour another city. When browsing cheap flights from Washington DC to BNE leaving from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to get ideas for where to visit along the way. Here's where you could connect through:
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
The journey from central Washington DC to DCA takes about 45 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 8 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a leisurely start to your journey? Stay near Ronald Reagan National Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Washington DC to Brisbane Airport or prefer not to rush, these hotels are just the thing:
76.44% of flights leaving from Ronald Reagan National Airport touch down at their destination on time.
You'll find DCA at 1 Aviation Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Squeeze in an extra adventure with a stopover on your flight from Washington DC to Brisbane Airport. Here's where you can connect between Washington Dulles International Airport and BNE:
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
IAD is about 56 kilometres from central Washington DC. It'll take 50 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
Flying out early in the morning? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Washington Dulles International Airport the day before your Washington DC to BNE flight:
Washington Dulles International Airport has an on-time performance of 74.39%. This figure highlights how often flights departing from this airport reach their destination on time.
The street address for IAD is 1 Saarinen Circle.
Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)
Choosing a plane ticket from Washington DC to Brisbane Airport (BNE) with a stop or two can offer you more choice of departure times and access to cheaper fares. When departing from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI), here are a few places you can detour to on the way to BNE:
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
BWI is roughly 48 kilometres from central Washington DC. The drive from the city centre to the airport takes about 50 minutes. If you're planning to take public transport, you can expect a journey of around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Set yourself up for a smooth departure — stay close to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport and know you'll make it to your gate with time to spare. Settle in at one of these hotels the day before if you have an early Washington DC to Brisbane Airport flight:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that monitors how often flights arrive without delays. At BWI, that rate is 77.13%.
About Brisbane Airport (BNE)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Washington DC to Brisbane Airport, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your luggage at baggage claim and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near BNE:
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Getting from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to central Brisbane
Brisbane Airport to central Brisbane is around 10 kilometres. If you're getting a cab or renting a car, plan ahead to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times will vary based on traffic conditions and the time of day.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Brisbane Airport (BNE)
At the moment, $606 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Brisbane Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,519. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from Washington DC to BNE, book early. Airlines typically offer lower fares when flights first go on sale.
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The best time to fly from Washington DC to Brisbane Airport (BNE)
It's time to decide your travel dates for your flight from Washington DC to Brisbane Airport (BNE). July is when most people travel to Brisbane. If you like your getaways a little more chill, head there in April.
The warmest month in Brisbane is January, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your Washington DC to BNE plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from Washington DC to Brisbane Airport in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF).
More about Brisbane
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Brisbane right here. Check out these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Washington DC to Brisbane Airport:
Your visit to Brisbane won't be complete without checking out the sights. Attractions you won't want to miss include Queensland Museum of Modern Art, Kangaroo Point Cliffs Park 4P and Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary.
Explore more of Australia
Brisbane has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Australia waiting to be explored. About 113 kilometres west of Brisbane, a trip to Toowoomba will keep you busy. Start with leading attractions like Toowoomba Carnival Of Flowers, Japanese Garden and Highfields Falls.
Bundaberg is another must-experience destination in Australia and is around 290 kilometres north of Brisbane. No journey is complete without a visit to Mon Repos Turtle Express, Mon Repos Turtle Centre and Turtle Encounters.
