Travelling from Washington DC to Calgary International Airport (YYC): What you need to know
Planning your getaway starts with figuring out where you'll leave from in Washington DC. Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) is the city's main base, so check out your options for reserving a flight from Washington DC to Calgary International Airport (YYC) leaving from here.
The timezone in Calgary is UTC-7, which is two hours behind Washington DC. Calgary International Airport is located in Calgary.
Your flight from Washington DC to YYC won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Going away during a peak month like July? Popular periods (like Thanksgiving, Christmas/New Year and spring break) can add another hour at check-in and security. Be extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)
We make it simple to find cheap flights from Washington DC to YYC with a stopover. To explore all your options leaving from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Major stopovers between DCA and YYC include:
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport (MSP)
Located around 6 kilometres from the centre of Washington DC, DCA can be reached in about 10 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport is roughly 25 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your holiday? Stay near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Washington DC to Calgary International Airport or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
71% of flights that take off from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
You'll find DCA at 1 Aviation Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
You can book a direct Washington DC to Calgary International Airport (YYC) plane ticket out of Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). Figure out if flying from IAD works better for your plans.
From IAD, direct flights from Washington DC to YYC can be booked with WestJet.
WestJet is the most popular choice for travellers flying from IAD to YYC.
Go with WestJet for the most punctual service. Its flights between Washington Dulles International Airport and Calgary International Airport land as scheduled 100.0% of the time.
Make the most of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Washington DC to Calgary International Airport. Check out these connections between Washington Dulles International Airport and YYC:
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
On public transport, you can travel from central Washington DC to IAD in around 1 hour 10 minutes. The terminal is roughly 40 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 45 minutes.
Start your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before your Washington DC to YYC flight, stay in one of these hotels close to Washington Dulles International Airport:
Washington Dulles International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 77%. This figure sheds light on how often flights departing from this airport reach their destination on time.
You'll find IAD at 1 Saarinen Circle.
Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI)
Reserve a plane ticket from Washington DC to Calgary International Airport (YYC) departing from Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI) with a stop or two. Popular stopovers between BWI and YYC are:
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Denver International Airport (DEN)
Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport (MSP)
From the centre of Washington DC, BWI is around 48 kilometres away. It takes roughly 40 minutes to reach the airport by car and 50 minutes or so if you use public transport.
Make catching an early Washington DC to Calgary International Airport flight the easiest part of your trip. Stay at one of these hotels close to Baltimore Washington International Airport and get to your check-in counter without rushing:
Flights that take off from BWI make it to their destination on schedule 77% of the time.
About Calgary International Airport (YYC)
Have a late flight from Washington DC to Calgary International Airport? Don't let it end in exhaustion. Check in to one of these hotels near YYC and shut your eyes sooner:
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your ride around four weeks ahead of your Washington DC to Calgary International Airport flight.
YYC is located at 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. Work out your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
It'll take around 45 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Calgary International Airport (YYC)
$205 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Calgary International Airport. Return flights start at $475. These fares may change based on availability.
Book two months before you travel. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Washington DC to YYC.
The best month for finding cheap Washington DC to Calgary International Airport tickets is July. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then choose the dates offering the lowest fares.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment a better deal is available on plane tickets from Washington DC to YYC.
Nail down a great price on a flight from Washington DC to Calgary International Airport with the help of the filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest.'
The best time to fly from Washington DC to Calgary International Airport (YYC)
July is the most popular month for flights from Washington DC to Calgary International Airport (YYC). Plan your visit to Calgary in January if you prefer a quieter experience.
When booking your Washington DC to YYC plane ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. August is the warmest month in Calgary, with temperatures ranging from 8ºC to 26ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from Washington DC to Calgary International Airport in February if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -22ºC and 3ºC.
More about Calgary
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Calgary right here. Browse these hotels after you've booked your flight from Washington DC to Calgary International Airport:
Your Calgary visit wouldn't be complete without a bit of sightseeing. Major attractions worth exploring include Calgary Stampede Trailblazer Centre, Calgary Tower and Peace Bridge.
Explore more of Canada
You've visited Calgary, now it's time to explore more of Canada. Travel about 274 kilometres north to Edmonton to tick off its leading sights. From Rogers Place to Citadel Theatre and Muttart Conservatory, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 129 kilometres north of Calgary, Red Deer is another essential stop in Canada. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Discovery Canyon, Red Deer Mountain Bike Park and Old C.P.R. Bridge.