Flying from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Castries: what you need to know
Castries's timezone is UTC-4, which is the same as Washington DC (the location of Washington Dulles International Airport).
Leave enough time to get on your flight from IAD to Castries. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Popular months like July or vacation periods such as Christmas and New Year will mean bigger queues at check-in and security. If you're travelling then, play it safe and get to the terminal even earlier. Arriving two hours before domestic flights and up four hours ahead of an international flight is a wise idea.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a travel break — and perhaps even explore another city. When browsing flights from IAD to Castries, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
Grantley Adams International Airport (BGI)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
You won't need a visa for Saint Lucia if you hold a passport from United States and are travelling for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements can change. So before booking your flight tickets from Washington Dulles International Airport to Castries, be sure to check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for the latest information.
Located around 56 kilometres from central Washington DC, IAD can be reached in about 51 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The same journey on public transport takes roughly 3 hours and 26 minutes.
After an easy start to your vacation? Stay near IAD. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Castries or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Castries
C$352 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Washington Dulles International Airport to Castries. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$694. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares can change.
It's usually best to book in advance if you want to get cheap tickets from IAD to Castries. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest tickets from Washington Dulles International Airport to Castries throughout the entire month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.
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Make the most of the filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Castries, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Airports in Castries
Hewanorra Airport (UVF)
Hewanorra Airport (UVF) is around 56 kilometres from the centre of Castries. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is around 1 hour and 9 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Castries, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near UVF:
George F. L. Charles Airport (SLU)
After your flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Castries has touched down, you can make your way to the city centre in around 6 minutes by car. Central Castries is roughly 3 kilometres from George F. L. Charles Airport (SLU).
The journey will take roughly 40 minutes on public transport.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel close to SLU. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your flight from IAD to Castries:
Best time to go to Castries
July is the busiest month for flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Castries. To escape the crowds, head to Castries in May when things are quieter.
Lock in your flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Castries for September to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 26ºC to 30ºC.
February sees average temperatures of between 24ºC and 28ºC. Look for cheap flights from IAD to Castries around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Castries
Start your Castries trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Castries, check out our selection of hotels including:
Derek Walcott Square and Morne Fortune are just two of the big attractions to put on your Castries itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Immaculate Conception Church.
Complete your Castries trip with a car rental
Choose one of our car rentals in Castries and explore the city at your own pace. Easily compare options in one place to find the perfect set of wheels once you've locked in your hotel and cheap flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Castries.