Traveling from Washington DC to Roatan Airport (RTB): What you need to know
Organizing your flight from Washington DC to Roatan Airport (RTB) begins with finding the right airport to take off from. Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA), Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) and Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) are your main options in Washington DC.
Roatan Airport is located in Roatan. The city runs on the UTC-6 timezone and is two hours behind Washington DC.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Show up at the airport on time to board your flight from Washington DC to RTB.
In high season, allow for extended wait times and be there earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international trips.
Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
We make it simple to book cheap flights from Washington DC to RTB with a stopover. To explore your options departing from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Major stopovers between DCA and RTB include:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Traveling from central Washington DC to DCA takes about 45 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 5 miles in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Searching for a comfortable hotel close to Ronald Reagan National Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Washington DC to Roatan Airport, these stays will put you just around the corner from the terminal:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Ronald Reagan National Airport, 76.44% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
DCA is located at 1 Aviation Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Get the most out of your vacation with a stopover on your flight from Washington DC to Roatan Airport. Here's where you can connect between Washington Dulles International Airport and RTB:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
You can get to IAD from central Washington DC in approximately 50 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes to cover the 35 miles or so.
Taking off bright and early? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Washington Dulles International Airport the day before your Washington DC to RTB flight:
When it comes to flights staying on schedule, Washington Dulles International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 74.39%.
IAD is located at 1 Saarinen Circle.
Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)
Reserve a plane ticket from Washington DC to Roatan Airport (RTB) departing from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) with a stop or two. Some popular stopovers between BWI and RTB include:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
From central Washington DC, BWI is around 30 miles away. It takes roughly 50 minutes to reach the airport by car and 1 hour 30 minutes or so on public transport.
Rest a little longer, move a little slower, and still make your Washington DC to Roatan Airport flight with plenty of time to spare. These accommodation options near Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport make it a breeze to get to the terminal if you're setting off early:
Flights departing from BWI arrive at their final stop within the expected time frame 77.13% of the time.
About Roatan Airport (RTB)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Washington DC to Roatan Airport, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these options near RTB:
Getting from Roatan Airport (RTB) to central Roatan
Roatan Airport to the center of Roatan is around 1 mile. If you're renting a car or getting a cab, do a little research to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times will vary based on traffic and the time of day.
It'll take around 35 minutes when traveling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Roatan Airport (RTB)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Roatan Airport is $181. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $442. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap flights from Washington DC to RTB, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
If you have some flexibility with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across every month when searching for your Washington DC to Roatan Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Washington DC to Roatan Airport (RTB)
It's time to figure out when to book your flight from Washington DC to Roatan Airport (RTB). July is the busiest month to travel to Roatan. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in February.
Before locking in your Washington DC to RTB plane ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. September is the warmest month in Roatan, with temperatures ranging from 77ºF to 84ºF.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Washington DC to Roatan Airport in January when temperatures are between 70ºF and 79ºF.
More about Roatan
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Roatan right here. Check out these hotels once you've booked your flight from Washington DC to Roatan Airport:
Your visit to Roatan should come with a bit of sightseeing. Highlights you won't want to miss include Roatán, Maya Key and Marino Islas De La Bahia National Park.
Explore more of Honduras
Roatan has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Honduras just waiting to be explored. Around 160 miles south of Roatan, a trip to Tegucigalpa will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like Cuevas de arte rupestre, Iglesia de San Francisco and Basilica of Our Lady of Suyapa.
San Pedro Sula is another favorite destination in Honduras and is around 110 miles south-west of Roatan. No journey is complete without a visit to Museo de Antropologia e Historia, Wonderland Water Park and Zizima Eco Water Park.