Flying from Washington DC to Oaxaca Xoxocotlan International Airport (OAX): What you need to know
Oaxaca Xoxocotlan International Airport is located in Oaxaca. The city is in the UTC-6 timezone and is one hour behind Washington DC.
Your flight from Washington DC to OAX won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Flying during a peak month like July? High seasons (like spring break and Thanksgiving) can easily add another hour at check-in and security. Be extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)
Stopovers offer a great opportunity to visit a new place or just take a break during your travels. When looking for a cheap flight from Washington DC to OAX, uncheck 'Direct flights only' to check out all potential stops. Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) is an option when leaving from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA).
Located around 6 kilometres from central Washington DC, DCA can be reached in about 10 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport is roughly 25 minutes.
In search of a convenient hotel near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Washington DC to Oaxaca Xoxocotlan International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping a quick hop from check-in:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, 71% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
You'll find DCA at 1 Aviation Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Cross another spot off your travel list or just take a moment to reset with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from Washington DC to Oaxaca Xoxocotlan International Airport, browse these options when taking off from Washington Dulles International Airport:
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
You can reach IAD from the centre of Washington DC in about 45 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes to cover the 40 kilometres or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your Washington DC to OAX flight? Relax in a hotel near Washington Dulles International Airport before your holiday officially begins. These stays are expecting you:
77% of flights leaving Washington Dulles International Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.
IAD is located at 1 Saarinen Circle.
Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI)
When booking your plane ticket from Washington DC to Oaxaca Xoxocotlan International Airport (OAX) out of Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI), you have stopover options to choose from. Consider making a detour to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW), one of the most popular transit hubs on this route.
From the centre of Washington DC, BWI is around 48 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 40 minutes to reach the airport by car and 50 minutes or so if you're on public transport.
Skip the rush on your departure day — stay close to Baltimore Washington International Airport and know you'll reach the terminal with time to spare. Get comfy at one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early Washington DC to Oaxaca Xoxocotlan International Airport flight:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that measures how often flights reach their destinations without delays. At BWI, that figure is 77%.
About Oaxaca Xoxocotlan International Airport (OAX)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Washington DC to Oaxaca Xoxocotlan International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these options near OAX:
Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride around one week ahead of your Washington DC to Oaxaca Xoxocotlan International Airport flight.
Getting from Oaxaca Xoxocotlan International Airport (OAX) to central Oaxaca
Oaxaca Xoxocotlan International Airport is around 8 kilometres from the centre of Oaxaca. It takes around 20 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
Travelling by public transport will take you around 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Oaxaca Xoxocotlan International Airport (OAX)
ر.ق. 703 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Oaxaca Xoxocotlan International Airport. A return flight starts at ر.ق. 1,708. These prices may change depending on availability.
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The best time to fly from Washington DC to Oaxaca Xoxocotlan International Airport (OAX)
November is the quietest month for flights from Washington DC to Oaxaca Xoxocotlan International Airport (OAX), while January is the busiest. Figure out the ideal time to visit Oaxaca based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When booking your Washington DC to OAX plane ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. April is the warmest month in Oaxaca, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC to 30ºC.
January has temperatures of between 7ºC and 24ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Washington DC to Oaxaca Xoxocotlan International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Oaxaca
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Oaxaca right here. Explore these hotels after you've booked your flight from Washington DC to Oaxaca Xoxocotlan International Airport:
There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Centro Histórico de Oaxaca de Juárez, Templo de Santo Domingo and Zócalo (Plaza de la Constitución) are leading attractions which should be on any good Oaxaca itinerary.
Explore more of Mexico
Puebla is just one of the many places in Mexico waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Oaxaca. Around 274 kilometres away to the northwest, top sights here include Zócalo de Puebla, Temple of Our Lady of Guadalupe and Centro Histórico de Puebla.
Veracruz is another must-experience destination in Mexico and is around 257 kilometres north of Oaxaca. No journey is complete without seeing Veracruz Cathedral, San Juan de Ulúa and Malecón Veracruz Puerto.