Flying from Boise Air Terminal (Gowen Field) (BOI) to Washington DC: what you need to know
The timezone in Washington DC is UTC-4. The city is 2 hours ahead of Boise, where Boise Air Terminal (Gowen Field) Airport is located.
To ensure you get on your flight from BOI to Washington DC, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Popular months like July or vacation periods such as Thanksgiving and Christmas/New Year will mean bigger lines at check-in and security. Be on the safe side and head to the airport even earlier. Arriving two hours before domestic flights and up four hours ahead of an international flight is a smart move.
When flying domestically within United States, you won't need a passport or visa. However, you'll have to show some kind of identification, such as an ID card or driver's licence. Once you've booked flight tickets from Boise Air Terminal (Gowen Field) to Washington DC, make sure your ID is up to date.
The journey from central Boise to BOI takes around 1 hour and 37 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 18 kilometres in 18 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Booked an early flight from Boise Air Terminal (Gowen Field) Airport to Washington DC? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to BOI:
How to find the cheapest flights from Boise Air Terminal (Gowen Field) Airport (BOI) to Washington DC
C$136 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Boise Air Terminal (Gowen Field) Airport to Washington DC. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$321. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from BOI to Washington DC if you book ahead. Airlines often have some excellent early bird deals.
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Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) to central Washington DC is approximately 8 kilometres. It'll take you around 16 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling by public transport typically takes 43 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Boise Air Terminal (Gowen Field) Airport to Washington DC. Stay at one of these accommodation options near DCA instead:
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) is around 56 kilometres from central Washington DC. Following your flight from Boise Air Terminal (Gowen Field) Airport to Washington DC, it'll take you around 51 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You can also opt for public transport, which will take approximately 3 hours and 26 minutes.
After your flight from BOI to Washington DC, rest your head at a hotel near IAD. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Washington DC
July is the busiest month to catch a flight from Boise Air Terminal (Gowen Field) Airport to Washington DC while May is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to go to Washington DC, consider the pace you like to travel at.
Before locking in your flight from Boise Air Terminal (Gowen Field) Airport to Washington DC, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Washington DC, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC to 33ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -6ºC and 10ºC. Look for cheap flights from BOI to Washington DC around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Washington DC
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Washington DC right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Boise Air Terminal (Gowen Field) to Washington DC:
White House Historical Association and The White House are just the start of the popular attractions to add to your Washington DC itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at National Mall.
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