Flying from Washington DC to Calgary International Airport (YYC): What you need to know
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) is Washington DC's main airport. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Washington DC to Calgary International Airport (YYC) jetting off from here.
Calgary International Airport is located in Calgary. The city follows the UTC-7 timezone and is two hours behind Washington DC.
To ensure you catch your flight from Washington DC to YYC, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Travelling during a peak time like April? Busy periods (like spring break and Thanksgiving) can add another hour at check-in and security. Be extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and possibly even explore another city. When searching for cheap flights from Washington DC to YYC departing from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can visit along the way. Your journey might pause in:
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport (MSP)
DCA is about 6 kilometres from central Washington DC. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 25 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your break? Stay near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Washington DC to Calgary International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, data shows 76% of flights complete their journey on time.
DCA is located at 1 Aviation Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
You can book a direct Washington DC to Calgary International Airport (YYC) plane ticket with departures from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). See if flying from IAD works better for your plans.
Take a direct flight from Washington DC to YYC with WestJet. This is one of the top airlines flying this route out of IAD.
WestJet ranks number one in bookings on the IAD to YYC route.
Split up your flight from Washington DC to Calgary International Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or tick another place off your list. Popular stopovers between Washington Dulles International Airport and YYC include:
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
You can reach IAD from central Washington DC in approximately 45 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 10 minutes to travel the 40 kilometres or so.
Catching the earliest flight? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Washington Dulles International Airport the day before your Washington DC to YYC flight:
When it comes to keeping flights on track, Washington Dulles International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 74%.
You'll find IAD at 1 Saarinen Circle.
Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI)
Booking a plane ticket from Washington DC to Calgary International Airport (YYC) with a stop or two can give you a bigger choice of departure times and access to cheaper fares. When jetting off from Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI), here are a few places you can detour to on the way to YYC:
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Denver International Airport (DEN)
Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport (MSP)
The journey time to BWI from central Washington DC is around 50 minutes by public transport. If you're going by car, it'll take you roughly 40 minutes to cover the 48 kilometres or so.
Make catching an early Washington DC to Calgary International Airport flight one of the easiest parts of your trip. Book a room at one of these hotels near Baltimore Washington International Airport and get to your departure gate feeling relaxed and unhurried:
The on-time performance rate of BWI is 77%. In simpler terms, that's how frequently flights departing this airport arrive within the expected time frame.
About Calgary International Airport (YYC)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Washington DC to Calgary International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near YYC instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Calgary International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Thrifty or Avis and explore beyond Calgary's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride around four weeks ahead of your Washington DC to Calgary International Airport flight.
The address for YYC is 2000 Airport Road Northeast.
Getting from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to central Calgary
Central Calgary is around 19 kilometres from Calgary International Airport and takes about 25 minutes to reach by car. Explore your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
It takes around 45 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Calgary International Airport (YYC)
At the moment, $147 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Calgary International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $342. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To score cheap flights from Washington DC to YYC, book your plane ticket two months ahead of your planned departure.
The best month for scoring cheap Washington DC to Calgary International Airport tickets is July. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then select the dates offering the lowest fares.
You don't need to search every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment a new deal shows up on plane tickets from Washington DC to YYC.
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The best time to fly from Washington DC to Calgary International Airport (YYC)
July is when most people book flights from Washington DC to Calgary International Airport (YYC). Plan your visit to Calgary in January for a more laid-back experience.
Lock in a Washington DC to YYC plane ticket departing in August if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Calgary to range from 8ºC (46ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Washington DC to Calgary International Airport in December when temperatures are between -18ºC (0ºF) and 0ºC (32ºF).
More about Calgary
After booking your flight from Washington DC to Calgary International Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Calgary:
There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be hard to know where to start. Stampede park, Calgary Stampede Trailblazer Centre and Calgary Tower are popular attractions which should be on any good Calgary itinerary.
Explore more of Canada
You've seen Calgary, now it's time to explore more of Canada. Journey about 274 kilometres north to Edmonton to check off its leading attractions. From Rogers Place to Citadel Theatre and Muttart Conservatory, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 129 kilometres north of Calgary, Red Deer is another favourite stop in Canada. No visit is complete without checking out Michener Gardens, Discovery Canyon and Waskasoo Creek Trail.