Flying from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) to Roatan Airport (RTB): what you need to know
Roatan is two hours behind Washington DC and observes the UTC-6 timezone.
Leave enough time to catch your DCA to RTB flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time like February? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Ronald Reagan National Airport to Roatan Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here's where you can stop between DCA and RTB:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Miami International Airport
George Bush Intercontinental Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) to Roatan Airport (RTB)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Ronald Reagan National Airport to Roatan Airport flight is $578. A round-trip fare is currently $1,026. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To find cheap tickets from DCA to RTB, book early. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
Finding cheap flights from Ronald Reagan National Airport to Roatan Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares across every month and score a great deal.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from DCA to RTB.
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Handy information about Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
DCA's address is 1 Aviation Circle.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Ronald Reagan National Airport, data shows 76.44% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
To reach Ronald Reagan National Airport from central Washington DC, it'll take about 15 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 8 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip on public transport takes about 45 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel close to DCA? If you're catching an early flight from Ronald Reagan National Airport to Roatan Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Roatan Airport (RTB)
Book a hotel close to RTB if you're on a late Ronald Reagan National Airport to Roatan Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Pick up a Roatan Airport rental car and discover Roatan and beyond with your own wheels. Sersa Rent a Car, Alamo and Avis are popular outlets you can book with here.
Give yourself a better shot at getting the lowest price by booking as early as you can. Reserving your vehicle from Roatan Airport several weeks in advance is a good idea.
Getting from Roatan Airport (RTB) to central Roatan
Roatan Airport is approximately 2 kilometres from central Roatan. Driving there takes about 10 minutes.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
When to fly to Roatan Airport (RTB)
The quietest month for a flight from Ronald Reagan National Airport to Roatan Airport is February, while March is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Roatan based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
When reserving your flight from Ronald Reagan National Airport to Roatan Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. September is the warmest month in Roatan, with the temperature ranging from 25ºC to 29ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 21ºC and 26ºC. Search for cheap tickets from DCA to RTB around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Honduras
Tegucigalpa is just one of the many cities in Honduras waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Roatan. Around 257 kilometres away to the south, its best attractions include El picacho, Museum for National Identity and Parque La Leona.
If you're ready to explore another well-known destination in Honduras, consider San Pedro Sula, about 177 kilometres south-west of Roatan. Museo de Antropologia e Historia, Parque Altamira and Campo de Futbol Las Mercedes are key highlights.