Travelling from Washington DC to Sarasota Bradenton International Airport (SRQ): what you need to know
Countless great adventures start at one of Washington DC's main airports, Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) or Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). Check out your options for booking a flight from Washington DC to Sarasota Bradenton International Airport (SRQ) leaving from either of these bases.
The average length of a direct flight from Washington DC to Sarasota Bradenton International Airport is 2 hours 43 minutes.
Washington DC and Sarasota (where Sarasota Bradenton International Airport is located) share the UTC-4 timezone. That means you won't need to adjust your watch when you land.
To ensure you catch your flight from Washington DC to SRQ, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
July is a popular time to fly out. If you're heading away then or during a major holiday like Christmas or Thanksgiving, be there even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
Enjoy an uninterrupted journey from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA). Direct flights from Washington DC to Sarasota Bradenton International Airport (SRQ) operate from here.
You can book a direct flight from Washington DC to Sarasota Bradenton International Airport with American Airlines. This leading airline operates services from DCA.
From central Washington DC, DCA is approximately 8 kilometres away. Use navigation apps or visit the official airport website to work out the best way to reach the terminal.
Want an easy start to your break? Stay near Ronald Reagan National Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Washington DC to Sarasota Bradenton International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Planning to leave from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)? You can book a direct flight from Washington DC to Sarasota Bradenton International Airport (SRQ) out of this popular hub.
When jetting off from IAD, you'll have a choice of airlines that have direct flights from Washington DC to SRQ. Book your favourite window (or aisle) seat with any of these:
On public transport, you can travel from central Washington DC to IAD in around 3 hours and 26 minutes. The airport is roughly 56 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 51 minutes.
You're off on holiday, so why not extend it with an extra night away? Consider checking in to one of these hotels near Washington Dulles International Airport the day before your flight from Washington DC to SRQ:
About Sarasota Bradenton International Airport (SRQ)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Washington DC to Sarasota Bradenton International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near SRQ:
Getting from Sarasota Bradenton International Airport (SRQ) to central Sarasota
Sarasota Bradenton International Airport is approximately 8 kilometres from central Sarasota. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 12 minutes.
It takes around 1 hour and 5 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Sarasota Bradenton International Airport (SRQ)
For a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Sarasota Bradenton International Airport, R 715 is the cheapest price. You can also book a return trip from just R 1,759. These are the lowest fares right now but may change based on availability.
To snag cheap tickets from Washington DC to SRQ, book your journey 11 months before the departure date.
To get the best price on your tickets from Washington DC to Sarasota Bradenton International Airport, plan your trip for August (it has the cheapest flights). Flexible with your dates? Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the most affordable day to fly.
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The best time to fly from Washington DC to Sarasota Bradenton International Airport (SRQ)
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Washington DC to Sarasota Bradenton International Airport. July is the most popular month for a trip to Sarasota. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in May.
Schedule your flight from Washington DC to SRQ for August if you're eager to head to the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Sarasota to range from 25ºC to 33ºC.
Search for cheap flights from Washington DC to Sarasota Bradenton International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 10ºC and 23ºC on average.
More about Sarasota
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All great adventures should include some sightseeing. The Ringling, The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art and Garden of Ancient Statues at the Ringling Museum are must-visits when exploring Sarasota.
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