Flying from Lubbock Preston Smith International Airport (LBB) to Washington DC: what you need to know
Washington DC is one hour ahead of Lubbock, where Lubbock Preston Smith International Airport is located. Washington DC follows the UTC-4 timezone.
For a relaxed start to your LBB to Washington DC flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
If you're heading away during a major holiday or another peak period, give yourself more time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Security and check-in lines will be longer.
Central Lubbock to LBB is around 6 miles. Depending on traffic conditions, it'll take you about 10 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Booked an early flight from Lubbock Preston Smith International Airport to Washington DC? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to LBB:
82.0% of flights leaving Lubbock Preston Smith International Airport land at their destination on time. Given its strong performance rating, you're unlikely to experience delays when setting off from LBB.
You'll find LBB at 5401 N. Martin Luther King Blvd..
How to find the cheapest flights from Lubbock Preston Smith International Airport (LBB) to Washington DC
$77 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Lubbock Preston Smith International Airport to Washington DC flight. A return plane ticket starts at $153. These fares can change depending on demand.
To pick up cheap flights from LBB to Washington DC, book ahead. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights first go on sale.
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Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) to central Washington DC takes about 15 minutes by car. The center is roughly 5 miles away.
If you're traveling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 45 minutes.
Think about booking a hotel near DCA if you're coming in on a late flight from Lubbock Preston Smith International Airport to Washington DC. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Ronald Reagan National Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Thrifty, Sixt or Dollar to explore Washington DC and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle from Ronald Reagan National Airport about four weeks in advance of your flight from LBB to Washington DC.
The street address for DCA is 1 Aviation Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Central Washington DC is located around 35 miles from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). After your flight from Lubbock Preston Smith International Airport to Washington DC has hit the runway and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should be around 50 minutes.
You can expect the journey to take roughly 1 hour 10 minutes on public transport.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near IAD. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your LBB to Washington DC flight:
Forget about public transport timetables or slow-moving cab lines. Grab a Washington Dulles International Airport rental car and take your journey in whatever direction you like. Check out the rates and availability from Dollar, Thrifty and Sixt.
Get what you want, not just what's left over. Booking your ride from IAD one week in advance often means better prices and a wider range of vehicles.
The address for Washington Dulles International Airport is 1 Saarinen Circle.
Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)
Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) is about 30 miles from central Washington DC. It takes about 50 minutes to reach the city center in a ride-share or cab once you've hopped off your flight from Lubbock Preston Smith International Airport to Washington DC.
If you use public transport, the journey time is around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Enjoy a more relaxed start to your break by checking in to a hotel near BWI after your LBB to Washington DC flight. Recover from your travel day or simply take a moment to get your bearings in a new city at:
Take control of the next chapter of your journey with a Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport rental car. Dollar, Thrifty and Budget are some companies you can book with.
If you're looking for a specific model or make, book your ride from BWI around two weeks ahead of your flight from Lubbock Preston Smith International Airport to Washington DC. This improves your chances of getting the car you want, as well as a better price.
Best time to go to Washington DC
Plan your trip to Washington DC during the high season if you want a bustling atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book flights from Lubbock Preston Smith International Airport to Washington DC during the off-season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
Before locking in your Lubbock Preston Smith International Airport to Washington DC plane ticket, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Washington DC, with temperatures ranging from 66ºF to 91ºF.
January has average temperatures of between 21ºF and 50ºF. Look for a cheap ticket from LBB to Washington DC around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Washington DC
Start your Washington DC trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Lubbock Preston Smith International Airport to Washington DC, browse our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. The White House, White House Historical Association and National Mall are top sights which should be on every Washington DC itinerary.
Explore more of United States
You've done Washington DC, now it's time to discover other corners of United States. Travel about 200 miles north-east to New York to check off its leading attractions. From Statue of Liberty to Central Park and Empire State Building, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you're eager to discover another side of United States, consider Philadelphia, roughly 120 miles north-east of Washington DC. Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art are the start of reasons to visit.