Travelling from Washington DC to Lubbock Preston Smith International Airport (LBB): What you need to know
Get your trip planning underway by checking out the most convenient departure point for your flight from Washington DC to Lubbock Preston Smith International Airport (LBB). Explore the options for setting off from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) or Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD), two of the city's main airports.
Lubbock is one hour behind Washington DC. Lubbock Preston Smith International Airport is located in Lubbock, which is in the UTC-5 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Washington DC to LBB. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
In high season, allow for longer queues and be there earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international trips.
Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
DCA is about 8 kilometres from central Washington DC. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 45 minutes.
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When it comes to the on-time performance of Ronald Reagan National Airport, data shows 76.44% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
DCA is located at 1 Aviation Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
On public transport, you can travel from central Washington DC to IAD in about 1 hour 10 minutes. The airport is roughly 56 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 50 minutes.
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Washington Dulles International Airport has an on-time performance of 74.39%. This figure provides insight into how often flights that take off from this airport land at their destination on time.
The address for IAD is 1 Saarinen Circle.
Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)
The journey to BWI from central Washington DC is around 1 hour 30 minutes by public transport. If you're going by car, it'll take you about 50 minutes to cover the 48 kilometres or so.
Skip the morning rush on departure day — stay near Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport and know you'll get to the terminal with time to spare. Get comfy at one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early Washington DC to Lubbock Preston Smith International Airport flight:
The on-time performance rating of BWI is 77.13%. In other words, that's how often flights that depart this airport arrive as planned.
About Lubbock Preston Smith International Airport (LBB)
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The street address for LBB is 5401 N. Martin Luther King Blvd..
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Lubbock Preston Smith International Airport (LBB)
RM503 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Lubbock Preston Smith International Airport. Return flights start at RM1,248. These prices may change depending on demand and availability.
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The best time to fly from Washington DC to Lubbock Preston Smith International Airport (LBB)
Think about the kind of experience you want when deciding the best time to fly. April is the quietest month to visit Lubbock. August is when most people book flights from Washington DC to Lubbock Preston Smith International Airport (LBB), which may be perfect if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
Lock in a Washington DC to LBB plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Lubbock to range from 20ºC (68ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).
January has temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Washington DC to Lubbock Preston Smith International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Lubbock
Start your Lubbock trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Washington DC to Lubbock Preston Smith International Airport, check out our range of hotels including:
Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. Wild West, The Buddy Holly Centre and McPherson Cellars Winery are attractions you won't want to skip in Lubbock.
Explore more of the United States
You've visited Lubbock, now it's time to explore more of the United States. Travel around 177 kilometres north to Amarillo to tick off its top sights. From Big Texan Opry to Paramount Park and Route 66 Motor Speedway, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If there's time to check out another side of the United States, head for Midland, roughly 193 kilometres south of Lubbock. Museum of the Southwest, The Petroleum Museum and Centennial Park are key reasons to visit.