$543 Cheap flight deals from Washington (WAS) to Okinawa Island (OKA)

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.

Okinawa Airport Information

You can get great deals on cheap flights to Okinawa through Orbitz.com. Okinawa Airport, or Naha Airport, is located 2.5 miles west of downtown Naha and serves domestic flights via airlines such as Japan Transocean Air, All Nippon Airways, Japan Airlines, Skymark Airlines and Ryukyu Air Commuter. International flights are served by Hong Kong Express Airways, China Airline, China Eastern Airline and Asiana Airline. The airport boasts two terminals 100 meters apart, with domestic flights handled at the main terminals.

Transportation From Okinawa Airport

Besides cheap air tickets, Orbitz.com will also arrange for low-cost transportation from the airport to Naha via the Okinawa Urban Monorail. Car rental companies, shuttle buses and limousines provide transportation services. The monorail will cost between JPY200 and JPY290, while taxi services charge JPY1000 to Naha Bus Terminal, located 2.4 miles away. The services are accessible from outside the main terminal.

Okinawa Weather Information

Okinawa's climate is primarily subtropical, with much of the year being rainy and humid. The hottest month in Okinawa is August, with an average high of 87 º F. January is the coldest month, with an average low of 56 º F.

Major Attractions in Okinawa

While in Okinawa, you can experience nature by visiting Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium, which is the second largest aquarium in the world. Other popular places include Pineapple Park, Seifa Utaki, Hedo Point and Shurijo Castle. If you enjoy diving and snorkeling, the best time to visit is between June and August. Before making your travel plans, search Orbitz.com for cheap flights to Okinawa, hotel deals and popular vacation spots.