Flying from Washington DC to Queen Beatrix International Airport (AUA): What you need to know
Oranjestad is one hour ahead of Washington DC. Queen Beatrix International Airport is located in Oranjestad, which follows the UTC-4 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Washington DC to AUA. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to skip the mad dash to your gate.
Popular months like July or holiday times such as spring break and Christmas will mean bigger waits at check-in and security. If you're travelling then, play it safe and get to the terminal even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and up four hours ahead of international flights is wise.
Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)
Located around 6 kilometres from the centre of Washington DC, DCA can be reached in about 10 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 25 minutes.
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Of the departures from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, 71% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
DCA's address is 1 Aviation Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Looking to fly out of Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)? Direct Washington DC to Queen Beatrix International Airport (AUA) plane tickets can be booked from here.
United Airlines operates direct flights from Washington DC to AUA departing from IAD. Book your favourite aisle (or window) seat and reach your destination in one go.
On the IAD to AUA route, United is the go-to airline for most travellers on this route.
For reliable, punctual service, go with United. It has an on-time performance of 83.02% for flights between Washington Dulles International Airport and Queen Beatrix International Airport.
You can reach IAD from central Washington DC in approximately 45 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 10 minutes to travel the 40 kilometres or so.
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When it comes to flights staying on schedule, Washington Dulles International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 77%.
The street address for IAD is 1 Saarinen Circle.
Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI)
Avoid the hassle of switching planes from Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI). Direct flights from Washington DC to Queen Beatrix International Airport can be booked from here.
Southwest Airlines is one trusted airline that offers direct Washington DC to AUA plane tickets from BWI.
Most travellers choose to fly with Southwest Airlines from BWI to AUA.
Southwest Airlines is the leading carrier for punctuality on this route, with 93.33% of services arriving on schedule.
From the centre of Washington DC, BWI is around 48 kilometres away. It takes roughly 40 minutes to arrive by car and 50 minutes or so if you take public transport.
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The on-time performance rate of BWI is 77%. In other words, that's how often flights from this airport reach their final stop as planned.
About Queen Beatrix International Airport (AUA)
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Booking your vehicle around two weeks in advance of your Washington DC to Queen Beatrix International Airport flight can help you get a cheaper deal.
Getting from Queen Beatrix International Airport (AUA) to central Oranjestad
From Queen Beatrix International Airport, central Oranjestad is around 6 kilometres away. It takes about 10 minutes to reach the city centre by car.
It takes roughly 20 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Queen Beatrix International Airport (AUA)
At the moment, $236 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Queen Beatrix International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $592. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book three months before you travel. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Washington DC to AUA.
The best month for scoring cheap Washington DC to Queen Beatrix International Airport tickets is August. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then choose the dates offering the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from Washington DC to Queen Beatrix International Airport (AUA)
January is the most popular month for flights from Washington DC to Queen Beatrix International Airport (AUA). Visit Oranjestad in December for a more low-key escape.
The warmest month in Oranjestad is September, with temperatures ranging between 27ºC and 29ºC. Book your Washington DC to AUA plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Washington DC to Queen Beatrix International Airport in February when temperatures are between 24ºC and 26ºC.
More about Oranjestad
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Your Oranjestad visit won't be complete without checking out the sights. Attractions that belong on your itinerary include Manchebo Beach, Druif Beach and Renaissance Island.