Travelling from Albany International Airport (ALB) to Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 35 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Albany International Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport.
Albany and Washington DC follow the same timezone, UTC-4.
Take your pick of 31 weekly Albany International Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport flights. The 05:06 departure with American Airlines is the earliest flight available. American Airlines operates the last service of the day at 19:56.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your ALB to DCA flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month such as August? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Travelling to Washington DC (and then seeing more of United States!) is a snap with American Airlines. This popular carrier has direct flights from Albany International Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport.
The airline that serves the most passengers on this route is American Airlines.
The most punctual carrier operating ALB to DCA flights is American Airlines. Its services land as scheduled 72.83% of the time.
If you'd like to break up your flight, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Albany International Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between ALB and DCA:
Philadelphia International Airport
LaGuardia Airport
Newark Liberty International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Albany International Airport (ALB) to Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Albany International Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport flight is $242. A round-trip plane ticket is currently $344. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Get cheap tickets from ALB to DCA by booking six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Albany International Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport. If you prefer to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
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Handy information about Albany International Airport (ALB)
ALB is located at 737 Albany-Shaker Road.
73.92% of flights leaving from Albany International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
To get to Albany International Airport from central Albany, it'll take around 20 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 21 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Get your trip off to a stress-free start by staying near ALB. Whether you're catching an early flight from Albany International Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
If you're arriving on a late Albany International Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing shortly after at one of these options near DCA:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Ronald Reagan National Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Thrifty, Sixt or Dollar and experience the lesser-explored corners of Washington DC and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride from Ronald Reagan National Airport about four weeks before your trip.
Getting from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) to central Washington DC
You'll find DCA 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 typically takes 45 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
February is the busiest month for flights from Albany International Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport. For a quieter experience, visit Washington DC in May.
When booking your flight from Albany International Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Washington DC, with the temperature ranging from 19ºC to 33ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -6ºC and 10ºC. Search for cheap tickets from ALB to DCA sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of United States
Washington DC is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of United States you'll want to see. About 322 kilometres north-east of Washington DC, a visit to New York will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Empire State Building.
Philadelphia is another well-known destination in United States and is around 193 kilometres north-east of Washington DC. No journey is complete without seeing Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art.