$169 Cheap flight deals from Marquette (MQT) to Washington (WAS)

MarquetteAirport Information

The Sawyer International Airport is the primary airport serving Michigan's upper peninsula region. It is conveniently situated roughly 17 miles south of downtown Marquette, with easy access via Route 553. Use Orbitz.com to book cheap flights from Marquette, and you will be able to choose from any of the major domestic airlines that service the airport, including Delta and American Eagle.

Airport Parking in Marquette

Parking is simple at the Sawyer airport. There is one lot, just steps from the terminal building, that serves both short-term and long-term parking. Expect to pay $5 per day or $35 per week. Put your parking ticket in a safe place, as you will have to pay for a full week if you lose it. If you are a frequent traveler, you can opt for a corporate parking pass, costing$350 for the full year.

Ground Transportation in Marquette

The most economical way to get to the airport is via the Marq-Tran bus. The shuttle bus runs between the airport, downtown Marquette and Gwinn beginning at 5:45 a.m., Monday through Saturday. If your luggage load makes taking the bus too cumbersome, you can opt for one of the private cab companies that makes runs between the airport and the surrounding areas. Use Orbitz.com to purchase discount air tickets, and you may find that you've saved enough money to hire a private car service to get you to the airport on time.

Restaurants in Marquette

If you are looking for a quick beverage or grab-and-go snack, the vending machines in the gate area will have what you need. On future trips from the Marquette airport, you will be able to take advantage of the new full-service restaurant that is in the planning stages as of 2012. Until then, travelers coming in from the downtown area can grab a pizza, burger or sandwich at the Crossroads Bar on County Road 480. Enjoy your trip, and remember to use Orbitz.com the next time you need to book cheap flights from Marquette.

Washington DC Airport

Orbitz.com can help you book cheap flights to Washington DC, which is served by Dulles International Airport. Dulles is located 26 miles from Washington DC, in Chantilly, Virginia. It was the first American airport designed for commercial travel. The airport offers nonstop service to 114 destinations within the United States as well as 37 international locations. Orbitz.com can help you find deals on your air ticket.

Transportation

Dulles airport offers more than 24,000 public parking spaces, with most requiring an hourly fee for use. The airport provides an economy lot as well as valet parking. Visitors picking up passengers can utilize the cell phone waiting area. Dulles International Airport offers a variety of transportation options, including taxis, coaches and shuttles. Rental cars, Metrorail, and Metrobus are also convenient transportation options that are readily available. Taxi fare from the airport to downtown Washington DC costs around $20. A one-way Metrorail fare is $1.70, and a one-way Metrobus fare is $1.60.

Weather

Generally, the weather in Washington DC is mild compared to other East Coast cities. Winter temperatures can dip as low as 24°F, and the area occasionally gets snowstorms. Springtime is mild, with temperatures averaging 60°F. Summer months can get very hot, with average temperatures around 89°F. The fall temperatures often average 54°F.

Dulles Airport Restaurants

Many restaurants are available to passengers at the Dulles International Airport. Five Guys, Harry's Tap Room, Capital Grounds Coffee, California Tortilla, and Vino Volo Wine Room are just a sampling of the dining options. Checking Orbitz.com for cheap flights to Washington DC is your best bet for finding great deals.