Travelling from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 3 hours 30 minutes.
Austin is one hour behind Washington DC and follows the UTC-5 timezone.
Every week, there are 31 Washington Dulles International Airport to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport flights. If you want to be on board early, jump on the 08:24 United Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the last departure is at 19:38 with Allegiant Air.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Get to the airport on time to board your IAD to AUS flight.
During popular months such as April, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
Allegiant Air is your gateway to exploring Austin (and perhaps some other great corners of United States!). Check out the direct flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport offered by this popular airline.
Most passengers choose to travel with Allegiant Air on this route.
The most punctual carrier that offers IAD to AUS flights is United Airlines. Its services land as scheduled 75.86% of the time.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Washington Dulles International Airport to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Top stopovers between IAD and AUS include:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Nashville International Airport
Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS)
$110 is the lowest price for a one-way Washington Dulles International Airport to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport flight. Return flights start at $220. These prices can change based on availability.
Book six months before you travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from IAD to AUS.
Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across each month.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from IAD to AUS.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport.
Handy information about Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
You'll find IAD at 1 Saarinen Circle.
Of the departures from Washington Dulles International Airport, 74.39% arrive on time at their destination.
To reach Washington Dulles International Airport from central Washington DC, it'll take about 50 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 56 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of around 3 hours 25 minutes on public transport.
Get your trip off to a leisurely start by staying near IAD. Whether you've booked an early flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS)
Book a hotel close to AUS if you're catching a late Washington Dulles International Airport to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Pick up an Austin-Bergstrom International Airport rental car and explore Austin and beyond with your own wheels. Thrifty, Dollar and Easirent are well-known companies you can book with here.
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport around four weeks before travelling.
Getting from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) to central Austin
AUS is located at 3600 Presidential Blvd.
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport is approximately 19 kilometres from central Austin. The drive time takes about 25 minutes.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 3 hours 25 minutes.
When to fly to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS)
The quietest month for a flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport is April, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Austin based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Book your flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport for August if you want to go to Austin during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 23ºC and 41ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from IAD to AUS in January. Temperatures average between 3ºC and 19ºC then.
Explore more of United States
You've done Austin, now it's time to explore more of United States. Journey around 241 kilometres east to Houston to check off its top sights. From The Houston Museum of Natural Science to The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Beck Building and Hermann Park, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you want to check out another corner of United States, head for San Antonio, roughly 121 kilometres south-west of Austin. The San Antonio River Walk, San Antonio Missions National Historical Park and San Fernando Cathedral are among the biggest draws.