Travelling from Washington DC to Norman Manley International Airport (KIN): What you need to know
You can choose from multiple airports when organizing your flight from Washington DC to Norman Manley International Airport (KIN). Explore your options for flying out of Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA), Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) and Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI).
The timezone in Kingston is UTC-5, which is one hour behind Washington DC. Norman Manley International Airport is located in Kingston.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Washington DC to KIN. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
Heading away during a peak period like a public holiday? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
We make it easy to book cheap flights from Washington DC to KIN with a stopover. To explore all the options leaving from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between DCA and KIN include:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
DCA is around 8 kilometres from central Washington DC. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 45 minutes.
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76.44% of flights that leave from Ronald Reagan National Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
You'll find DCA at 1 Aviation Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Break up your flight from Washington DC to Norman Manley International Airport with a stop so you can recharge or tick another place off your list. Top stopovers between Washington Dulles International Airport and KIN are:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
Owen Roberts International Airport (GCM)
You can reach IAD from the centre of Washington DC in about 50 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 10 minutes to cover the 56 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your Washington DC to KIN flight? Relax in a hotel near Washington Dulles International Airport before your trip officially begins. These stays have a room with your name on it:
When it comes to keeping flights on track, Washington Dulles International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 74.39%.
The address for IAD is 1 Saarinen Circle.
Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)
Booking a flight ticket from Washington DC to Norman Manley International Airport (KIN) with one or more stops can offer you more choice of departure times and access to lower fares. When departing from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI), here are a few places you can detour to on your way to KIN:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
BWI is roughly 48 kilometres from central Washington DC. Driving from the city centre to the terminal takes about 50 minutes. If you're considering public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Take the 'what ifs' out of departure day — stay close to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport and know you'll make it 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 Norman Manley International Airport flight:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that monitors how often flights touch down as expected. At BWI, that figure is 77.13%.
About Norman Manley International Airport (KIN)
Have a late flight from Washington DC to Norman Manley International Airport? Don't let it leave you bleary-eyed. Stay at one of these hotels near KIN and turn in quicker:
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Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle around three weeks ahead of your Washington DC to Norman Manley International Airport flight.
Getting from Norman Manley International Airport (KIN) to central Kingston
Norman Manley International Airport to central Kingston is roughly 10 kilometres. If you're renting a car or getting a cab, plan ahead to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times can vary depending on the time of day and traffic conditions.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Norman Manley International Airport (KIN)
C$209 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Norman Manley International Airport. Return flights start at C$509. These fares can change based on availability and demand.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Washington DC to KIN. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
Affordable Washington DC to Norman Manley International Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across every month and then choose the cheapest day.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if prices have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you when a better deal comes up on flight tickets from Washington DC to KIN.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Washington DC to Norman Manley International Airport.
The best time to fly from Washington DC to Norman Manley International Airport (KIN)
It's time to decide when to book your flight from Washington DC to Norman Manley International Airport (KIN). August is the peak month for travel to Kingston. If you like your getaways a little more chill, head there in May.
The warmest month in Kingston is August, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your Washington DC to KIN flight ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from Washington DC to Norman Manley International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
More about Kingston
Start your Kingston trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Washington DC to Norman Manley International Airport, check out our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be difficult to know where to start. Bob Marley museum, Bob Marley Statue and Blue Mountains are leading attractions which should be on every Kingston itinerary.
Explore more of Jamaica
Kingston is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Jamaica you'll want to see. Around 137 kilometres north-west of Kingston, a trip to Montego Bay will keep your itinerary packed. Start with popular sights like Sandals Cay, Tropical Bliss and Coral Gardens Neighbourhood Beach.
Around 145 kilometres west of Kingston, Savanna-la-Mar is another essential stop in Jamaica. Start your sightseeing at Lost Beach, Paradise Park and Arch Leading to Shore.