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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.

Muscat International Airport Information

Muscat International Airport is located 19.8 miles from Muscat and is the largest airport in Oman. Flights to Muscat arrive from over two dozen cities in the Middle East and Europe. Orbitz.com searches all flights to Muscat to find you cheap air tickets. Thirty-four airlines service the airport, including Air India Express, Iraqi Airways and Pakistan International Airlines.

Transportation from the Airport

Private taxis are available in the terminal building outside the arrival hall. It is recommended that you negotiate the rate with your driver and pay at the taxi counter before leaving. Fares will vary between 7.00 and 55.00 OMR, depending on your final destination and the rate you are able to agree on with the taxi driver. Three rental car companies operate out of the arrivals concourse: Honk, Europcar, and Zoom. Prices range from 8.73 to 28.10 OMR per day, depending on the type of vehicle you use and how long you plan to drive it.

Climate in Muscat

Similar to most cities in the Middle East, Muscat has a warm climate year-round. The average yearly temperature is in the mid-80s, with July reaching highs over 100º F and January lows dipping into the mid-60s. Muscat receives an average of 3.9 inches of rain annually. The driest months occur May through September, while January is the wettest month. Humidity averages between 60 and 70 percent year-round.

Things to Do in Muscat

The Royal Opera House is an architectural marvel. The outside is gorgeous; however, to see the inside you must purchase tickets to a show. Wadi Shab is a beautiful valley that locals call a paradise; crystal-clear turquoise water is surrounded by mountains. You can use the Orbitz.com website to plan your entire trip, as well as book cheap flights to Muscat.