Washington DC to Vigo Flights

The Best DC Airports

Before you call airlines looking for flights from Washington, DC, you should check with Orbitz.com. The two major airports in DC are Washington Dulles International Airport and Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport. Alaska Airlines, US Airways, and Frontier Airlines handle domestic flights from Ronald Reagan, while Virgin America, ExpressJet Airlines, and Colgan Air operate out of Washington Dulles. Ronald Reagan is only three miles from the downtown area, and Washington Dulles is 26 miles from downtown.

Long-Term Parking Options

The five parking lots at Ronald Reagan offer daily and hourly parking rates, and the airport charges $20 per day for parking in the long-term lots. The economy lot only charges $12 per day, but this lot is open and uncovered. Washington Dulles has two long-term parking lots that charge $17 per day and one economy lot that charges $10 per day. For $30, you can use valet parking.

Public Transportation Choices

The Metrorail and Metrobus make at least one stop at each airport every day. The stops are clearly marked around the city, and you can find maps that help you find the correct line. Taxis are not as low cost as the public transportation options because the drivers charge a pickup fee, baggage fee, fee per mile, and a fee for any time that the driver must wait.

Places to Eat

Both airports offer a range of dining options. Washington Dulles is home to Dulles to Go, Five Guys, Subway, and Wendy's, while Ronald Reagan has Dunkin' Donuts, Euro Cafe, and Jerry's Subs & Pizza. Once you have something to eat, you can browse through the sales at some of the shops surrounding the restaurants. If you want to enjoy your vacation, use Orbitz.com to look for flights from Washington DC.

Vigo Airport Information

Vigo Airport is located eight kilometers from Vigo. Flights to Vigo arrive from Madrid, Barcelona, and Seville, among other cities. Seven airlines serve the Vigo Airport, including Air France, Iberia Express, and Vueling Airlines. Orbitz can find you cheap flights to Vigo by searching all flights to the airport for the best deals on air tickets.

Transportation to the Airport

You can take a bus or taxi, or rent a car to get to your final destination. The bus picks up passengers in front of the arrival gate. Taxis charge a set fare of 19.87 EUR for rides to Vigo, Mos, and Redondela. For all other towns, the fare is 1 EUR per kilometer. Several rental car companies operate outside the airport. It is best to call ahead and have a car waiting for you when you arrive in Vigo.

Climate in Vigo

The temperatures in Vigo average in the teens and 20s Celsius throughout the year. November through April temperatures may dip down into the single digits. The city has an annual average of 1,918 mm of precipitation per year, with November through February getting the most rain.

Highlights and Attractions

The best way to get a feel for Vigo's culture is to walk the streets. Be sure to visit Castro Citadel and Plaza del Rey, where you can view some of the ancient architecture that has withstood the test of time. The statue of A. Mendez Nunez stands at Plaza de Compostela and is an important part of the city's history. You can use Orbitz.com to plan your entire trip, as well as find cheap flights to Vigo.