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Yale University Art Gallery
Yale's premier art museum spans ancient to modern works in landmark architecture. A must for world-class collections and free admission.
Flights from Washington, DC to New Haven, CT depart on average 1 times per day, taking around 1h 15m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $31 (€26) if you book in advance.
There are 1 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 07:00, the last at 21:42. The fastest flight covers the 273 miles (440 km) distance in 1h 15m. December is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 273 miles (440 km) |
Average flight duration 1h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price $31 (€26) |
Flights per day 1 |
Direct flights 1 |
Fastest flight 1h 15m |
First flight 7:00 AM |
Last flight 9:42 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 77 days |
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Washington, DC to New Haven, CT among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $35. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 15m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $35, and a train costs an average of $44.
Distance: 273 miles (440 km)
| Flight | Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|---|
$123 Average price | $144 Average price | $64 Average price Cheapest |
4h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 42m Average total duration 5h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 22m Average total duration 6h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
- CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Washington, DC to New Haven, CT:
A bus is $59 (€48) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Washington, DC to New Haven, CT costing on average $123 (€100).
A bus is $80 (€65) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Washington, DC to New Haven, CT costing on average $144 (€117).
Other travel options to New Haven, CT take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 12m.
Bus takes on average 6h 52m.
The table below shows live departures for Washington, DC to New Haven, CT flights for today, Friday, July 31. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
XP409 | 12:09 PM Baltimore/Washington International Airport | 1h15 | 1:24 PM New Haven | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Yale's premier art museum spans ancient to modern works in landmark architecture. A must for world-class collections and free admission.
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Major natural history museum known for dinosaur fossils, minerals, and cultural exhibits, recently renewed with modern galleries.
Historic central green framed by churches and civic buildings. It is the city's signature gathering place and best starting point downtown.
Beloved hilltop park with traprock cliffs, trails, and sweeping city views. Popular for hiking, photos, and local outdoor culture.
Tree-lined neighborhood centered on Yale's colleges, museums, and courtyards. Best area for architecture spotting and campus wandering.
New Haven-style apizza is coal-fired, thin, chewy, and lightly charred. It is the city’s signature food and a defining local tradition.
White clam pizza tops apizza with fresh clams, garlic, olive oil, oregano, and grated cheese. It is a New Haven original made famous locally.
Italian ice is a smooth frozen fruit dessert sold in classic neighborhood stands. It is a beloved warm-weather treat in New Haven.
Beloved neighborhood stand serving Italian ice and frozen treats. A simple, nostalgic stop for a classic local dessert in East Rock.
Legendary casual pizzeria on Wooster Street, known for coal-fired apizza and the original white clam pie. Bustling, historic, and quintessentially New Haven.
Refined farm-to-table restaurant highlighting seasonal New England ingredients with polished service. One of New Haven’s best-known upscale dining rooms.
Moderate for U.S. city travel: hotels can be pricey on peak dates, dining is mid-range, and local buses are relatively affordable.
Tip 18-20% at restaurants, more for excellent service. Taxis: 10-15%. Cafes: round up or add $1.
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Most Washington, DC to New Haven, CT flights use the Baltimore/Washington International Airport to New Haven airport pair. Use this guide to compare Washington, DC and New Haven, CT airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
Dulles International Airport is 3 km from Washington city centre. Public transport options include:
Dulles International Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, and Car Rental.
Food options include: Restaurants located in all concourses; options include fast food, cafes, and sit-down dining like Five Guys and Chipotle.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located throughout the airport in all terminals.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Dulles International Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Dulles International Airport: Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dulles International Airport: Elevators, ramps, assistance.
Nearby hotels include Hotels nearby include Washington Dulles Airport Marriott within walking distance..
New Haven is 1 km from New Haven city centre. Public transport options include:
New Haven has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, and Lounge.
Food options include: One restaurant, Dunkin' Donuts, located in the terminal
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
Available at New Haven: Parking, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at New Haven: Elevators, ramps.
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