Cheap flight deals from Washington (WAS) to Dubuque (DBQ)

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.

Dubuque Regional Airport Information

The Dubuque Regional Airport serves Dubuque, Iowa, and the surrounding areas. Orbitz.com helps you find cheap flights to Dubuque from both domestic and international locations. The airport is located on Airport Road off of Highway 61, about eight miles out of the center of Dubuque. American Airlines and American Eagle offer three flights to and from Chicago.

Transportation from the Dubuque Regional Airport

There are two rental car locations on site at the Dubuque Regional Airport: Avis and Hertz. The city has an Enterprise location in town, and the company will pick you up from the airport when you rent a car. With Orbitz.com, you can find deals on rental cars as well as your air ticket; Orbitz.com makes it easy to reserve a car before your trip to Iowa. The airport also hosts two taxi companies, E & R Taxi and A1 Taxi, and a car service company, Starlight Limousine. All three services allow advance bookings. The drive into the city takes 15-20 minutes, depending on traffic.

Weather in Dubuque

Dubuque experiences four distinct seasons. In the summer, temperatures are highest in July, when the thermometer registers around 85 degrees Fahrenheit with high humidity. Winters can be cold and windy, with temperatures dipping to 15 degrees Fahrenheit.

Things to Do in Dubuque

Dubuque is located on the Mississippi River, and some of the city's most popular attractions are located near the water. The America's River Project offers a museum, aquarium, riverwalk, casino, and an outdoor amphitheater. After you've booked cheap flights to Dubuque, Orbitz.com can help you find deals on activities and tours in the area.