Flying from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport (DCA) to Baton Rouge Ryan Airport (BTR): what you need to know
Around 3 hours is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport to Baton Rouge Ryan Airport.
Each week, there are six Washington Ronald Reagan Airport to Baton Rouge Ryan Airport flights.
Your DCA to BTR flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Jetting into Baton Rouge (and then exploring more of the United States!) is a snap with American Airlines. This popular carrier has direct flights from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport to Baton Rouge Ryan Airport.
The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is American Airlines.
Among carriers operating DCA to BTR flights, American Airlines has the highest rate of on-time arrivals.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport to Baton Rouge Ryan Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between DCA and BTR include:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport
Charlotte Douglas Airport
Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport (DCA) to Baton Rouge Ryan Airport (BTR)
Currently, $809 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Washington Ronald Reagan Airport to Baton Rouge Ryan Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $651. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.
It's usually best to book early if you want to find cheap tickets from DCA to BTR. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport to Baton Rouge Ryan Airport. If you're looking to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for each month.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from DCA to BTR by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
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Handy information about Washington Ronald Reagan Airport (DCA)
DCA is located at 1 Aviation Circle.
Of the flights that depart from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport, 71% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
To get to Washington Ronald Reagan Airport from central Washington DC, it'll take around 10 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 6 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 25 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel close to DCA? If you're boarding an early flight from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport to Baton Rouge Ryan Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Baton Rouge Ryan Airport (BTR)
If you're coming in on a late Washington Ronald Reagan Airport to Baton Rouge Ryan Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these accommodation options near BTR:
Hit the road running by picking up a Baton Rouge Ryan Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Budget, Hertz or Enterprise and explore beyond Baton Rouge's main sights.
Get the best deal by reserving your ride from Baton Rouge Ryan Airport about four weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Baton Rouge Ryan Airport (BTR) to central Baton Rouge
You'll find BTR at 9430 Jackie Cochran Drive.
From Baton Rouge Ryan Airport, Baton Rouge is approximately 13 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre by car.
Travelling by public transport will take you roughly 45 minutes.
When to fly to Baton Rouge Ryan Airport (BTR)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport to Baton Rouge Ryan Airport. October is the busiest month to visit Baton Rouge. If you'd like a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Baton Rouge is August, with the temperature ranging between 22ºC and 39ºC. Book your flights from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport to Baton Rouge Ryan Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between 1ºC and 19ºC. Search for cheap tickets from DCA to BTR sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of the United States
Baton Rouge has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of the United States you'll want to see. About 402 kilometres west of Baton Rouge, a visit to Houston will keep you busy. Don't miss top attractions like The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Beck Building, Houston Museum of Natural Science and The Menil Collection.
New Orleans is another must-experience destination in the United States and is around 121 kilometres south-east of Baton Rouge. No trip is complete without experiencing Bourbon St, French Quarter and Cafe Du Monde.