Travelling from Washington DC to Palm Beach International Airport (PBI): What you need to know
Start planning your holiday by looking up the ideal departure point for your flight from Washington DC to Palm Beach International Airport (PBI). Explore your options for taking off from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) or Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD), two of the city's main airports.
Take a direct Washington DC to Palm Beach International Airport flight and you'll be in the air for around 2 hours 35 minutes.
Palm Beach International Airport is located in West Palm Beach. The city's timezone is UTC-5 — the same as Washington DC.
The busiest route is from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Palm Beach International Airport (PBI), with 34 direct weekly services. If you're looking to take off without delay, the earliest flight from DCA to PBI is the 7am JetBlue Airways option. If a later start suits your schedule, the last departure is at 6pm with JetBlue Airways.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your flight from Washington DC to PBI. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Going away during a peak month like July? Busy periods (like spring break and Thanksgiving) can add another hour at security. Be extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)
Get to your destination in one go from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA). Nonstop flights from Washington DC to Palm Beach International Airport (PBI) operate from here.
Book your direct flight from Washington DC to Palm Beach International Airport with American Airlines. This well-known airline operates services from DCA.
Most travellers choose to fly with American Airlines from DCA to PBI.
With 74.06% of its services landing as planned, American Airlines is the top performer for punctuality on this route.
Located around 6 kilometres from central Washington DC, DCA can be reached in about 10 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport is roughly 25 minutes.
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Of all flights departing from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, 71% land on time at their destination.
DCA is located at 1 Aviation Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Consider starting your journey from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). You can book a direct Washington DC to Palm Beach International Airport (PBI) plane ticket from this popular hub.
From IAD, direct flights from Washington DC to PBI are available with United Airlines.
United is the top choice for bookings on the IAD to PBI route.
With 78.79% of services arriving as scheduled, United is the most punctual carrier flying between Washington Dulles International Airport and Palm Beach International Airport.
IAD is about 40 kilometres from central Washington DC. It'll take you 45 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 10 minutes.
Get a head start on your holiday with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Washington DC to PBI flight, stay in one of these hotels close to Washington Dulles International Airport:
Washington Dulles International Airport has an on-time performance of 77%. This figure highlights how often flights that leave from this airport land at their destination on time.
The address for IAD is 1 Saarinen Circle.
Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI)
One takeoff, one touchdown. You can book a direct flight from Washington DC to Palm Beach International Airport leaving from Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI).
Southwest Airlines is one reputable carrier that offers direct Washington DC to PBI plane tickets from BWI.
The top choice among passengers flying between BWI and PBI is Southwest Airlines.
With 71.92% of its services landing as planned, Southwest Airlines is the highest-rated carrier for punctuality on this route.
From the centre of Washington DC, BWI is around 48 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 40 minutes to get there by car and 50 minutes or so if you take public transport.
Skip the morning rush on departure day — stay close to Baltimore Washington International Airport and know you'll make it to your boarding gate with time to spare. Get comfy at one of these hotels the day before if you've booked an early Washington DC to Palm Beach International Airport flight:
Flights that leave from BWI arrive at their final stop within the expected time frame 77% of the time.
About Palm Beach International Airport (PBI)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Washington DC to Palm Beach International Airport. Get comfy at one of these accommodation options near PBI instead:
Booking your ride around one week ahead of your Washington DC to Palm Beach International Airport flight can help you secure the lowest rate.
The address for PBI is Building 846, Palm Beach International.
Getting from Palm Beach International Airport (PBI) to central West Palm Beach
From Palm Beach International Airport, central West Palm Beach is around 8 kilometres away. It takes about 15 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Palm Beach International Airport (PBI)
At the moment, $115 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Palm Beach International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $233. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from Washington DC to PBI, book in advance. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when tickets first go on sale.
Affordable Washington DC to Palm Beach International Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Use the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across the month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Washington DC to Palm Beach International Airport (PBI)
December is the quietest month for flights from Washington DC to Palm Beach International Airport (PBI), while March is the most popular. Work out the best time to visit West Palm Beach based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book a Washington DC to PBI plane ticket departing in August if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in West Palm Beach to range from 26ºC (79ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Washington DC to Palm Beach International Airport in January when temperatures are between 13ºC (55ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF).
More about West Palm Beach
Once you've booked your flight from Washington DC to Palm Beach International Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring West Palm Beach:
All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. South Florida Science Centre and Aquarium, Ann Norton Sculpture Gardens and Palm Beach Zoo & Conservation Society are must-visits when exploring West Palm Beach.
Explore more of the United States
You've visited West Palm Beach, now it's time to explore more of the United States. Journey about 105 kilometres south to Miami to tick off its top sights. From Beach to Ocean Drive and Port of Miami, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Tampa is another favourite destination in the United States and is around 274 kilometres northwest of West Palm Beach. No journey is complete without dropping by Busch Gardens Tampa, The Florida Aquarium and ZooTampa at Lowry Park.
