Flying from Washington DC to Sao Goncalo do Amarante-Governador Aluizio Alves Intl Airport (NAT): What you need to know
You can choose from a few airports when planning your flight from Washington DC to Sao Goncalo do Amarante-Governador Aluizio Alves Intl Airport (NAT). Check out your options for leaving from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA), Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) and Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI).
Natal is one hour ahead of Washington DC. Sao Goncalo do Amarante-Governador Aluizio Alves Intl Airport is located in Natal, which follows the UTC-3 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Washington DC to NAT. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
High season means busier airports, so plan to arrive even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to stick to your schedule.
Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
Located around 8 kilometres from central Washington DC, DCA can be reached in about 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Washington DC to Sao Goncalo do Amarante-Governador Aluizio Alves Intl Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by staying at one of these stays near Ronald Reagan National Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Ronald Reagan National Airport, data shows 76.44% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
You'll find DCA at 1 Aviation Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
You can arrive at IAD from central Washington DC in about 50 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 10 minutes to travel the 56 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your Washington DC to NAT flight? Kick back in a hotel near Washington Dulles International Airport before your holiday officially begins. These stays are calling your name:
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)
From central Washington DC, BWI is around 48 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 50 minutes to get there by car and 1 hour 30 minutes or so if you use public transport.
Rest a little longer, move a little slower, and still make your Washington DC to Sao Goncalo do Amarante-Governador Aluizio Alves Intl Airport flight with 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:
The on-time performance rating of BWI is 77.13%. In other words, that's how often flights that depart this airport arrive at their destination as planned.
About Sao Goncalo do Amarante-Governador Aluizio Alves Intl Airport (NAT)
Coming in on a late flight from Washington DC to Sao Goncalo do Amarante-Governador Aluizio Alves Intl Airport or just want to wrap up your travel day ASAP? Booking a hotel close to NAT is the way to go. Pousada e Posto Amigão and Pousada da Rotatória are popular options.
Explore without limits with a Sao Goncalo do Amarante-Governador Aluizio Alves Intl Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Foco, Localiza or National and discover more of Natal and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by booking your ride around two weeks before your Washington DC to Sao Goncalo do Amarante-Governador Aluizio Alves Intl Airport flight.
Getting from Sao Goncalo do Amarante-Governador Aluizio Alves Intl Airport (NAT) to central Natal
Central Natal is around 19 kilometres from Sao Goncalo do Amarante-Governador Aluizio Alves Intl Airport. Journey times by car hire or cab will vary based on traffic conditions and time of day, so do some research ahead of time.
Travelling by public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Sao Goncalo do Amarante-Governador Aluizio Alves Intl Airport (NAT)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Sao Goncalo do Amarante-Governador Aluizio Alves Intl Airport is RM2,445. For a return flight on this route, the best price is RM4,185. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares can change.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Washington DC to NAT. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.
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The best time to fly from Washington DC to Sao Goncalo do Amarante-Governador Aluizio Alves Intl Airport (NAT)
June is the most popular month for flights from Washington DC to Sao Goncalo do Amarante-Governador Aluizio Alves Intl Airport (NAT). Visit Natal in April if you prefer a quieter experience.
The warmest month in Natal is March, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your Washington DC to NAT plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
August has temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Washington DC to Sao Goncalo do Amarante-Governador Aluizio Alves Intl Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Natal
Once you've booked your flight from Washington DC to Sao Goncalo do Amarante-Governador Aluizio Alves Intl Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Natal:
You'll find loads of fantastic things to do in Natal when you're ready to get out and sightsee. Head straight for Ponta Negra Beach followed by Morro do Careca beach and Praia do Forte.
Explore more of Brazil
Recife is just one of the many cities in Brazil waiting to be discovered once you've seen Natal. Around 257 kilometres away to the south, its best attractions include Convent of Sao Francisco, Jardim Botânico and Jungle and Sea.
Jaboatão dos Guararapes is another must-experience destination in Brazil and is around 257 kilometres south of Natal. No trip is complete without seeing Piedade Beach, Muribeca dos Guararapes and Pedra do Xareu Beach.
