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Cheapest round-trip
C$ 308
Typical prices: C$ 386-C$ 695
Air Canada
Tue 16/10Wed 24/10
YYC - DCA • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flights
C$ 247
Typical prices: C$ 274-C$ 485
United Airlines
Mon 5/11
YYC - IAD • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Calgary and Washington, D.C.. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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YYC - DCA
Cheapest • 5% average savings
YYC - IAD
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When to book
17 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 17 weeks in advance save around 60% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
October
Cheapest • 19% price drop
July
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Ottawa (YOW)
Cheapest • Avg C$ 470 (round-trip)
Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD)
Shortest trip • 7h 38m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Calgary to Washington, D.C. (YYC-WAS)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Calgary to Washington, D.C.

Sat, 21 Nov - Thu, 26 Nov
United Airlines Logo
2:35 p.m. - 11:37 p.m.YYC  Calgary-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
8h 02m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
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6:11 a.m. - 1:35 p.m.IAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-YYC Calgary
8h 24m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
C$ 308United Airlines
Fri, 16 Oct - Sat, 24 Oct
Air Canada Logo
12:55 a.m. - 10:20 a.m.YYC  Calgary-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
7h 25m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
Air Canada Logo
12:50 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.DCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-YYC Calgary
9h 40m1 stop Ottawa
C$ 308Air Canada
Sat, 21 Nov - Thu, 26 Nov
United Airlines Logo
2:35 p.m. - 11:37 p.m.YYC  Calgary-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
8h 02m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
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6:11 a.m. - 1:35 p.m.IAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-YYC Calgary
8h 24m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
C$ 310United Airlines
Fri, 23 Oct - Sat, 31 Oct
Air Canada Logo
6:00 a.m. - 2:57 p.m.YYC  Calgary-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
6h 57m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
Air Canada Logo
9:55 a.m. - 4:10 p.m.IAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-YYC Calgary
8h 15m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
C$ 311Air Canada
Wed, 28 Oct - Sat, 31 Oct
American Airlines Logo
12:54 p.m. - 11:23 p.m.YYC  Calgary-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
8h 29m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
9:15 a.m. - 9:45 p.m.IAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-YYC Calgary
14h 30m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Dallas/Fort Worth
C$ 336American Airlines
Wed, 28 Oct - Sat, 31 Oct
American Airlines Logo
1:51 p.m. - 11:59 p.m.YYC  Calgary-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
8h 08m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
11:57 a.m. - 9:45 p.m.DCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-YYC Calgary
11h 48m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Dallas/Fort Worth
C$ 336American Airlines
Fri, 13 Nov - Tue, 17 Nov
Multiple Airlines Logo
3:06 p.m. - 7:24 a.m.YYC  Calgary-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
15h 18m2 stops Denver Intl Newark
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11:05 a.m. - 10:36 p.m.DCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-YYC Calgary
12h 31m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Winnipeg
C$ 343Multiple Airlines
Sat, 24 Oct - Sun, 1 Nov
Delta Logo
6:35 a.m. - 8:09 p.m.YYC  Calgary-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
11h 34m1 stop Salt Lake City
Delta Logo
6:13 a.m. - 1:43 p.m.IAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-YYC Calgary
8h 30m1 stop Salt Lake City
C$ 372Delta
Fri, 13 Nov - Tue, 17 Nov
Multiple Airlines Logo
3:06 p.m. - 7:24 a.m.YYC  Calgary-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
15h 18m2 stops Denver Intl Newark
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:45 p.m. - 10:44 a.m.DCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-YYC Calgary
14h 59m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
C$ 378Multiple Airlines
Wed, 28 Oct - Sat, 31 Oct
Delta Logo
6:35 a.m. - 6:37 p.m.YYC  Calgary-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
10h 02m2 stops Salt Lake City Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Delta Logo
12:27 p.m. - 11:12 p.m.DCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-YYC Calgary
12h 45m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Salt Lake City
C$ 379Delta
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Calgary to Washington, D.C. flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Calgary to Washington, D.C. with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Calgary to Washington, D.C.?

Round-trip flights from Calgary to Washington, D.C. start at C$ 308. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from C$ 386 to C$ 695. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was C$ 308 on Air Canada.

What is the cheapest Calgary to Washington, D.C. flight route?

There's little price difference between Calgary to Washington, D.C. routes. They average around C$ 504 round-trip, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Calgary to Washington, D.C.?

Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Calgary to Washington, D.C. and is 12% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 54% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Calgary to Washington, D.C.?

  • October is the cheapest month to fly from Calgary to Washington, D.C. at C$ 414 round-trip.
  • December (C$ 710) and February (C$ 678) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 71% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Calgary to Washington, D.C. the cheapest?

Flights from Calgary to Washington, D.C. are cheapest 17 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 60% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight from Calgary to Washington, D.C.

 
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Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on Air Canada, WestJet, United Airlines and IAD

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

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Lucas Aykroyd is an award-winning travel writer based in Vancouver (YVR). His favorite adventures include tracking polar bears in Nunavut and rafting over a waterfall in New Zealand. Lucas has written for the in-flight magazines of Delta, SAS, and Porter Airlines. He is also a National Geographic and Toronto Star contributor.

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Key details for Calgary to Washington, D.C. flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

C$ 247
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 32% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly (17% more expensive on average)
Flights from Calgary to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport

When to book flights from Calgary to Washington, D.C.

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Your Calgary to Washington, D.C. flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Calgary to Washington, D.C. flights?

    Among airlines operating Calgary to Washington, D.C. flights:

    • United Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • WestJet: offers free seat selection
    • Air Canada: offers free seat selection
    • Delta: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines are available on the route from Calgary to Washington, D.C.?

    Only United Airlines operates flights between Calgary and Washington, D.C..

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Calgary to Washington, D.C.?

    Flights from Calgary to Washington, D.C. usually depart from Calgary (YYC) and may arrive at several airports in Washington, D.C. area, including Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA) and Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Calgary to Washington, D.C. flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • United Airlines: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • WestJet: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Air Canada: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so travellers should check the fare details before booking.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Calgary to Washington, D.C.?

    Four cabin classes are available on flights from Calgary to Washington, D.C.:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

    Prices vary by airline.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Calgary to Washington, D.C.?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Layover fares average C$ 470 round-trip via Ottawa (YOW), compared to C$ 520 for direct.

  • What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from Calgary to Washington, D.C.?

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge C$ 30–C$ 139 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Calgary to Washington, D.C. pass through?

    One-stop flights from Calgary to Washington, D.C. most commonly connect through:

    • Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ) – 41% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) – 22% of one-stop connections
    • Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl (YUL) – 11% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) – 8% of one-stop connections

    Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Calgary to Washington, D.C.?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 43% on the Calgary to Washington, D.C. route. Friday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 451 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at C$ 788, a difference of C$ 336. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • Which popular places can I visit in Washington, D.C.?

    Some of the most popular sights in Washington, D.C. are Capital One Arena, National Mall, and Kennedy Center. These are among the most viewed places in Washington, D.C. on KAYAK.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Calgary to Washington, D.C.?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Calgary to Washington, D.C.:

    • Earliest: departs at 2:58 pm and lands at 7:18 pm
    • Latest: departs at 2:58 pm and lands at 7:18 pm.

    The flight takes about 4h 20m.

  • How expensive are last-minute Calgary to Washington, D.C. flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route – booked within 2 weeks of departure – run 44% above the route average of C$ 512. Book 17 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long does a flight from Calgary to Washington, D.C. take?

    A direct flight from Calgary to Washington, D.C. takes 4h 20m, covering 5,091 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Calgary to Washington, D.C.?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • Have flight prices from Calgary to Washington, D.C. changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about C$ 308 to C$ 1,704. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Calgary to Washington, D.C. looking right now?

    One-way fares from Calgary to Washington, D.C. are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about C$ 271, which is 25% below the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport when travelling from Calgary to Washington, D.C.?

    Flying via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 38m, compared with 7h 43m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) and 7h 47m via Denver Intl (DEN).

  • What is the time difference between Calgary and Washington, D.C.?

    Washington, D.C. is 2 hours ahead of Calgary (Eastern Time vs Mountain Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available in Washington, D.C.?

    Since Washington, D.C. is served by multiple airports, car rental options and rates can vary depending on which one you fly into.
    Near Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport (DCA) – daily rates from around C$ 32:

    • Sixt
    • Dollar
    • Thrifty
    • Alamo
    • Budget

    Near Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (IAD) – daily rates from around C$ 33:

    • Dollar
    • Budget
    • Hertz
    • Sixt
    • Thrifty

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Calgary to Washington, D.C. flight?

    Round-trip flights from Calgary to Washington, D.C. range from C$ 386 to C$ 695, with an average of C$ 512 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 386 counts as a good deal.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Calgary to Washington, D.C. flights?

    WestJet is the only airline on the Calgary to Washington, D.C. route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

Your guide to booking Calgary to Washington, D.C. flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Friday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Friday flights average C$ 451 – about C$ 336 less than Sunday (43% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 17 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 60% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Calgary to Washington, D.C. trip for October. Fares historically average C$ 414 round-trip in that month – typically C$ 296 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Ottawa Airport (YOW) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages C$ 470 round-trip on this route – about C$ 51 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport.
    - Hyatt House Washington DC The Wharf
    - Intercontinental Hotels Washington D.C. - The Wharf By IHG
    - Canopy by Hilton Washington D.C - The Wharf

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