Flying from Washington DC to Sonoma County Airport (STS): What you need to know
Your travel plans take shape at one of Washington DC's main airports, Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) or Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). Explore your options for booking a flight from Washington DC to Sonoma County Airport (STS) jetting off from either of these.
Santa Rosa is three hours behind Washington DC. Sonoma County Airport is located in Santa Rosa, which runs on the UTC-7 timezone.
Your flight from Washington DC to STS won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
High season means busier airports, so be there 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 the centre of Washington DC, DCA can be reached in about 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
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76.44% of flights taking off from Ronald Reagan National Airport reach their destination on time.
You'll find DCA at 1 Aviation Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Washington DC to IAD in around 1 hour 10 minutes. The airport is roughly 56 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 50 minutes.
Catching an early morning flight? You might like to check in to one of these accommodation options near Washington Dulles International Airport the day before your Washington DC to STS flight:
When it comes to keeping flights punctual, 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)
The trip to BWI from the centre of Washington DC is around 1 hour 30 minutes by public transport. If you prefer to travel by car, it'll take you about 50 minutes to cover the 48 kilometres or so.
Skip the rush on your departure day — stay near Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport and know you'll get to your boarding gate with time to spare. Get settled at one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early Washington DC to Sonoma County Airport flight:
Flights that depart from BWI arrive at their destination within the scheduled time frame 77.13% of the time.
About Sonoma County Airport (STS)
Have a late flight from Washington DC to Sonoma County Airport? Don't let it stretch your travel day into tomorrow. Stay at one of these hotels near STS and turn out the lights sooner:
The address for STS is 2200 Airport Boulevard.
Getting from Sonoma County Airport (STS) to central Santa Rosa
The centre of Santa Rosa is roughly 11 kilometres from Sonoma County Airport. Travel times by car hire or cab will vary based on time of day and traffic conditions, so do a little research ahead of your trip.
It takes around 35 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Sonoma County Airport (STS)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Sonoma County Airport is RM957. For a return flight on this route, the best price is RM1,767. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Washington DC to STS if you book early. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird discounts.
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The best time to fly from Washington DC to Sonoma County Airport (STS)
May is the quietest month for flights from Washington DC to Sonoma County Airport (STS), while October is the busiest. Find the best time to visit Santa Rosa based on whether you want a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Before locking in your Washington DC to STS plane ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. August is the warmest month in Santa Rosa, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC (52ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Washington DC to Sonoma County Airport in February when temperatures are between 2ºC (36ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF).
More about Santa Rosa
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Santa Rosa right here. Browse these hotels after locking in your flight from Washington DC to Sonoma County Airport:
Your Santa Rosa trip won't be complete without checking out the sights. Highlights that are worth your time include Safari West Tour, Safari West and Paradise Ridge Winery.
Explore more of the United States
San Jose is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen Santa Rosa. Around 153 kilometres away to the south-east, popular attractions include Japantown (San Jose), Winchester Mystery House and The Tech Museum of Innovation.
Around 113 kilometres east of Santa Rosa, Sacramento is another favourite stop in the United States. Start your sightseeing at Old Sacramento Waterfront, Fright Planet - America's Haunted Theme Park and California State Railroad Museum.
