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Cheapest round-trip
C$ 502
Typical prices: C$ 393-C$ 707
Air Canada
Fri 23/11Wed 28/11
YYC - DCA • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flights
C$ 294
Typical prices: C$ 286-C$ 565
Multiple Airlines
Fri 23/11
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 • 6% average savings
YYC - IAD
Most popular
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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 62% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
January
Cheapest • 20% price drop
July
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD)
Cheapest • Avg C$ 465 (round-trip)
Charlotte Douglas (CLT)
Shortest trip • 7h 39m (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.

Mon, 23 Nov - Sat, 28 Nov
Air Canada Logo
1:45 a.m. - 10:24 a.m.YYC  Calgary-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
7h 39m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
Air Canada Logo
4:05 p.m. - 12:50 a.m.DCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-YYC Calgary
9h 45m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
C$ 502Air Canada
3+ days ago
Wed, 6 Jan - Tue, 12 Jan
Delta Logo
7:15 a.m. - 11:17 p.m.YYC  Calgary-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
15h 02m2 stops Salt Lake City Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Delta Logo
12:00 p.m. - 12:23 a.m.IAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-YYC Calgary
13h 23m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Salt Lake City
C$ 516Delta
23 hours ago
Mon, 23 Nov - Sat, 28 Nov
Air Canada Logo
1:45 a.m. - 10:24 a.m.YYC  Calgary-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
7h 39m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
Air Canada Logo
4:05 p.m. - 12:50 a.m.DCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-YYC Calgary
9h 45m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
C$ 537Air Canada
3+ days ago
Thu, 3 Dec - Sat, 12 Dec
Delta Logo
2:25 p.m. - 10:10 p.m.YYC  Calgary-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
6h 45m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
Delta Logo
9:45 a.m. - 10:07 p.m.DCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-YYC Calgary
13h 22m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Minneapolis St Paul
C$ 541Delta
3+ days ago
Sat, 21 Nov - Thu, 26 Nov
United Airlines Logo
2:35 p.m. - 12:37 a.m.YYC  Calgary-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
9h 02m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
United Airlines Logo
8:20 a.m. - 3:21 p.m.IAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-YYC Calgary
8h 01m1 stop Denver Intl
C$ 552United Airlines
13 hours ago
Tue, 2 Feb - Wed, 3 Feb
United Airlines Logo
4:30 p.m. - 5:25 a.m.YYC  Calgary-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
11h 55m1 stop San Francisco
United Airlines Logo
8:15 a.m. - 7:37 p.m.IAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-YYC Calgary
12h 22m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Denver Intl
C$ 557United Airlines
16 hours ago
Wed, 6 Jan - Tue, 12 Jan
American Airlines Logo
2:52 p.m. - 10:27 p.m.YYC  Calgary-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
6h 35m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
6:00 a.m. - 1:46 p.m.DCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-YYC Calgary
8h 46m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
C$ 566American Airlines
1 day ago
Wed, 25 Nov - Sat, 28 Nov
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3:06 p.m. - 8:56 a.m.YYC  Calgary-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
16h 50m2 stops Denver Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
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4:05 p.m. - 12:50 a.m.DCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-YYC Calgary
9h 45m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
C$ 608Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Wed, 25 Nov - Sat, 28 Nov
Multiple Airlines Logo
3:06 p.m. - 8:56 a.m.YYC  Calgary-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
16h 50m2 stops Denver Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:59 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.DCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-YYC Calgary
11h 01m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Edmonton
C$ 615Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Wed, 6 Jan - Tue, 12 Jan
American Airlines Logo
2:52 p.m. - 11:59 p.m.YYC  Calgary-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
8h 07m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
11:30 a.m. - 10:55 p.m.DCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-YYC Calgary
12h 25m2 stops New York LaGuardia Dallas/Fort Worth
C$ 620American Airlines
1 day ago
Booking Insights

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 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. typically range from C$ 393 to C$ 707. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was C$ 502, on Air Canada.

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

Calgary (YYC) to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport (DCA) is the cheapest Calgary to Washington, D.C. route, averaging C$ 482 round-trip. Other Calgary to Washington, D.C. routes average C$ 540, 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.?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Calgary to Washington, D.C.. It's 13% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 43% higher.

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

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Calgary to Washington, D.C. at C$ 418 round-trip.
•December (C$ 736) and February (C$ 708) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 75% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights 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 62% 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

Expert on YYC

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$ 294
Beat the crowds with an average 71% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 87% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Calgary to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport

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

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Calgary to Washington, D.C. based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Calgary to Washington, D.C. flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

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

    A direct flight from Calgary to Washington, D.C. takes 00m, 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.

  • 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$ 393 to C$ 707, with an average of C$ 520 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 393 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 50% above the C$ 520 route average. Book 17 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • 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$ 465 round-trip via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD), compared to C$ 577 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$ 96 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • 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$ 502 to C$ 1,950. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x 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$ 313, which is 22% below the typical average for this route.

  • 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$ 99:

    • Sixt
    • Dollar
    • Thrifty
    • Hertz
    • Alamo

    Near Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (IAD) – daily rates from around C$ 97:

    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Budget
    • Sixt
    • Thrifty

  • 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 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) – 38% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) – 24% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) – 10% of one-stop connections
    • Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl (YUL) – 8% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 40% on flights from Calgary to Washington, D.C.. Friday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 455 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at C$ 748, a difference of C$ 294.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

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

    Flying via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 39m, compared with 7h 48m via Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ) and 7h 56m 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.

  • 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.

  • 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
    • Delta: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

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

  • 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
    • Delta: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

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

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 and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Friday flights average C$ 455, about C$ 294 less than Sunday fares (39% 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 62% 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 January. Fares historically average C$ 418 round-trip in that month – typically C$ 317 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 Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages C$ 465 round-trip on this route – about C$ 112 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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