Wanderlust World Wanderlust World Nonstop flight times (block time, gate-to-gate) from the DC area to major Florida airports:
| Route | Distance | Typical Block Time | Major Carriers |
|---|---|---|---|
| DCA → MIA (Miami) | 925 mi | 2h 30m | American, Delta |
| IAD → MCO (Orlando) | 760 mi | 2h 15m | United, Southwest, JetBlue, Frontier, Spirit |
| DCA → FLL (Fort Lauderdale) | 930 mi | 2h 45m | JetBlue, Southwest, Spirit |
| IAD → TPA (Tampa) | 815 mi | 2h 20m | United, Southwest, JetBlue |
| DCA → RSW (Fort Myers) | 890 mi | 2h 35m | American, Southwest |
| IAD → JAX (Jacksonville) | 640 mi | 1h 55m | American, Delta, JetBlue |
DCA is closer to downtown DC but perimeter-limited (1,250 mi rule—Florida is exempt). IAD has more ultra-low-cost carrier options. Check both for best fare/time.