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Washington Monument and Reflecting Pool viewed from Lincoln Memorial
The destination · DC / VA

Washington, DC

Set aside time for art and gardens between appointments, with hotel options near the White House and in Georgetown.

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Time well spent

Make time for Washington, DC.

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Places to stay.

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Where are you staying?

Pick a neighborhood to see the closest field and the drive.

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Airport Neighborhood

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Typical drives without heavy traffic. Lines show direction, not the road.
IAD

Washington Dulles International

The usual choice for private flights to Washington, about 26 miles west of downtown. It wins for Reston, Tysons and the drive into the District, and its long runways take any aircraft.

  • Reston15 to 20 min
  • Tysons20 to 30 min
  • Downtown Washington40 to 60 min
On the ground

Private flights use the general aviation side, away from the airline terminals, and customs clears at the FBO for an international return. Airline traffic means a longer taxi than at Manassas or Leesburg.

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HEF

Manassas Regional

The general aviation field southwest of the city, with a runway of about 6,200 feet. It wins for Manassas and Prince William County, and as a calmer option than Dulles for the southwest suburbs.

  • Manassas10 min
  • Tysons35 to 45 min
  • Downtown Washington50 to 75 min
On the ground

General aviation services sit on the east side of the field, and the taxi is short next to Dulles.

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JYO

Leesburg Executive

The small field in Leesburg, minutes from the historic downtown. It wins for Loudoun County, Middleburg and hunt country; its runway is about 5,500 feet, so a midsize jet may need a lighter fuel load and larger aircraft go to Dulles.

  • Leesburg5 to 10 min
  • Middleburg25 to 30 min
  • Downtown Washington55 to 75 min
On the ground

No airline traffic and a short walk from the aircraft to the car.

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When to go

The season in Washington, DC.

  • Washington flies year round, and weekday business travel sets the base.
  • Cherry blossom season in late March and early April fills the hotels.
  • Inauguration week, state visits and large events on the Mall bring temporary flight restrictions.
  • The tightest weeks are Thanksgiving, Christmas through New Year and the spring breaks.
  • Summer afternoons bring thunderstorms that slow the airspace, and a morning departure usually beats them.
  • Book holiday and event weeks two to three weeks ahead, and tell us early about a fixed meeting time.
Popular routes

Fly to Washington, DC.Fly from Washington, DC.

  1. Nashville to Washington, DCWashington, DC to NashvilleBNA to IADIAD to BNA · about 470 nm
    1 hr 20 min1 hr 20 min1 hr 15 min
  2. Naples to Washington, DCWashington, DC to NaplesAPF to IADIAD to APF · about 798 nm
    2 hr 10 min2 hr 5 min2 hr
  3. Dallas to Washington, DCWashington, DC to DallasDAL to IADIAD to DAL · about 1,009 nm
    2 hr 40 min2 hr 35 min2 hr 25 min

Time in the air in calm conditions, rounded to five minutes. Your quote sets the schedule.

From the cockpit

Good to know in Washington, DC.

How we review the aircraft for your trip →
  1. 01

    Reagan National is closest to downtown, but private flights there need special security approval, so we usually plan Dulles, Manassas or Leesburg.

  2. 02

    Washington sits inside restricted airspace. The operator files the required flight plan and the crew follows the special rules.

  3. 03

    Rush hour on the Dulles Toll Road and Interstate 66 can add 30 minutes or more to the drive into the District. Plan the arrival around it.

  4. 04

    Middleburg and the Virginia wine country are a short drive from Leesburg. Ask and we plan the car with the flight.

  5. 05

    Include the meeting address and the time you need to be there.

  6. 06

    For a day trip, the crew can wait with the aircraft while you meet. Tell us the return time and we plan the day around it.

Plan your flight

Fly to Washington, DC.

Add where you are starting, a date and a headcount. Your starting prices arrive by email, and a pilot follows up as soon as the desk can review your request.

Fair questions

Washington, DC questions.

Which airport should I use for Washington, DC?

Dulles for the District, Reston and Tysons. Leesburg for Loudoun County and hunt country, and Manassas for Prince William County. Reagan National needs special security approval for private flights, so we rarely plan it. Tell us the address and we choose with you.

How much does a private jet to Washington, DC cost?

Your emailed planning estimate shows the current range by aircraft category once you enter where you are starting and your dates. A longer leg or a larger cabin sits higher in the range, and peak weeks sit in the upper half. Your quote will be exact.

How far ahead should I book for Washington, DC?

A few days is often enough for a normal week. For inauguration week, holiday weeks and large events, book two to three weeks out, and tell us early about any fixed meeting time.

Can I request a same day return?

Yes. Choose round trip and enter the return date and preferred time. We review aircraft availability and the crew schedule against your meeting plans.