Flying from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC): what you need to know
7 hours 49 minutes is the average time for a direct flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport. Anchorage is 4 hours behind Washington DC and operates on the UTC-8 timezone.
Choose from 2 weekly flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport. The 17:31 departure with United Airlines is the earliest available from IAD to ANC. United Airlines operates the last service of the day at 20:15 if early mornings aren't your thing.
Heading away during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To look at your options for flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between IAD and ANC are:
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport
O'Hare International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Washington Dulles International Airport to Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport is $334. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $669. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Score flight tickets from IAD to ANC by booking at least 9 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
May is the cheapest month for tickets from Washington Dulles International Airport to Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport. If you need to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for each month.
Sign into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. You'll be notified straight away if there's a cheaper deal on this route. It's easy to do, and it'll save you time checking for flight tickets from IAD to ANC every day.
Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport.
Handy information about Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Washington Dulles International Airport is about 56 kilometres from central Washington DC. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 51 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be approximately 3 hours and 26 minutes.
Want a convenient hotel close to IAD? If you're catching an early flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near ANC instead:
Getting from Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC) to central Anchorage
From Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport, Anchorage is approximately 10 kilometres away. It takes around 13 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes about 38 minutes.
When to fly to Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Anchorage. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in May.
When booking your flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport, consider the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Anchorage, with the temperature ranging from 4 ºC to 17 ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -21 ºC and 0 ºC. Look for flight tickets from IAD to ANC sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Anchorage
Start your Anchorage trip right by finding a wonderful stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from IAD to ANC, check out our range of hotel options including:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Anchorage Museum, Alaska Native Heritage Centre and Earthquake Park are attractions you won't want to skip in Anchorage.
Complete your Anchorage trip with hotels and a car rental
After you've secured your cheap ticket to Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport, discover the lowest prices and exclusive offers on hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one place to find the best car rental price for your Anchorage trip.