Flying from Washington DC to Marseille Provence Airport (MRS): What you need to know
Marseille is six hours ahead of Washington DC. Marseille Provence Airport is located in Marseille, which runs on the UTC+1 timezone.
Your flight from Washington DC to MRS 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.
July is a peak travel month. If you're heading away then or during a major holiday like July Fourth, turn up even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)
Whether you're eager to explore a new city on the way or just have a break, we make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To compare your options taking off from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL) is a stop you can make when searching for cheap flights from Washington DC to MRS.
DCA is around 6 kilometres from central Washington DC. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 25 minutes.
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Of the flights that depart from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, 71% touch down on time at their destination.
DCA is located at 1 Aviation Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Tick a new place off your list or just take some time to unwind with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Washington DC to Marseille Provence Airport, here's where you can stop when departing from Washington Dulles International Airport:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
With public transport, you can travel from central Washington DC to IAD in about 1 hour 10 minutes. The terminal is roughly 40 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 45 minutes.
Kick off your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before your Washington DC to MRS flight, stay in one of these hotels close to Washington Dulles International Airport:
When it comes to flights staying on schedule, Washington Dulles International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 77%.
IAD is located at 1 Saarinen Circle.
Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI)
Whether just for a couple of hours or a weekend, a stopover can make your entire trip feel a bit less hectic. When jetting out of Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI), you can book a plane ticket from Washington DC to Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) with a stop at London Heathrow Airport (LHR).
The journey to BWI from central Washington DC is around 50 minutes on public transport. If you're going by car, it'll take you about 40 minutes to cover the 48 kilometres or so.
Rest a little longer, move a little slower, and still make your Washington DC to Marseille Provence Airport flight without having to rush. These accommodation options near Baltimore Washington International Airport make departure day a breeze if you're flying out early:
The on-time performance rate of BWI is 77%. In simpler terms, that's how frequently flights departing this airport arrive as planned.
About Marseille Provence Airport (MRS)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Washington DC to Marseille Provence Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these options near MRS:
For the lowest price, book your ride around one week ahead of your Washington DC to Marseille Provence Airport flight.
Getting from Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) to central Marseille
From Marseille Provence Airport, central Marseille is around 27 kilometres away. It takes about 30 minutes to reach the city centre by car.
It takes around 35 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Marseille Provence Airport (MRS)
Right now, ر.ق. 1,184 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Marseille Provence Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is ر.ق. 2,344. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Washington DC to MRS if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.
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The best time to fly from Washington DC to Marseille Provence Airport (MRS)
Picture the kind of break you want when picking your flight dates. November is the quietest month to go to Marseille. July is when most people book flights from Washington DC to Marseille Provence Airport (MRS), which may be perfect if you're chasing more excitement.
The warmest month in Marseille is August, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC and 30ºC. Lock in your Washington DC to MRS plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from Washington DC to Marseille Provence Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 3ºC and 13ºC.
More about Marseille
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Marseille right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Washington DC to Marseille Provence Airport:
Les Calanques and Calanques National Park are a couple of top-rated attractions to put on your Marseille travel itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Basilique Notre-Dame-de-la-Garde.
Explore more of France
You've visited Marseille, now it's time to discover other parts of France. Journey around 257 kilometres north to Lyon to check off its must-visit sights. From Fête Des Lumières to Lyon Old Town and Cite Internationale de la Gastronomie de Lyon, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 161 kilometres east of Marseille, Nice is another essential stop in France. Start your sightseeing at Vieux-Nice, Promenade Des Anglais and Plage de Nice.
