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Cheapest round-trip
C$ 445
Typical prices: C$ 514-C$ 804
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Sat 6/10Sat 13/10
YVR - BWI • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flights
C$ 233
Typical prices: C$ 332-C$ 589
Multiple Airlines
Sun 30/9
YVR - IAD • 1 stop
Direct flights
There are currently no direct flights between Vancouver Intl Airport and Washington, D.C.. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Our data shows that travellers who book at least 9 weeks in advance save around 57% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 28% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg C$ 415 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 7h 39m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Vancouver to Washington, D.C. (YVR-WAS)

 
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

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

Tue, 6 Oct - Tue, 13 Oct
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10:55 p.m. - 4:46 p.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-BWI Baltimore/Washington
14h 51m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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9:12 p.m. - 10:45 a.m.BWI  Baltimore/Washington-YVR Vancouver Intl
16h 33m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
C$ 445Multiple Airlines
Tue, 6 Oct - Fri, 16 Oct
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10:55 p.m. - 4:46 p.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-BWI Baltimore/Washington
14h 51m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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9:12 p.m. - 10:45 a.m.BWI  Baltimore/Washington-YVR Vancouver Intl
16h 33m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
C$ 488Multiple Airlines
Wed, 21 Oct - Wed, 28 Oct
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5:25 p.m. - 5:20 a.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-BWI Baltimore/Washington
8h 55m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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7:02 a.m. - 12:40 p.m.BWI  Baltimore/Washington-YVR Vancouver Intl
8h 38m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
C$ 495Alaska Airlines
Tue, 3 Nov - Wed, 11 Nov
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7:00 a.m. - 4:12 p.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-BWI Baltimore/Washington
7h 12m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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7:02 a.m. - 2:35 p.m.BWI  Baltimore/Washington-YVR Vancouver Intl
9h 33m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
C$ 523Alaska Airlines
Tue, 20 Oct - Sat, 31 Oct
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12:00 p.m. - 11:23 p.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-BWI Baltimore/Washington
8h 23m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
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2:59 p.m. - 8:33 p.m.BWI  Baltimore/Washington-YVR Vancouver Intl
8h 34m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
C$ 617WestJet
Wed, 23 Sep - Thu, 24 Sep
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8:35 a.m. - 10:59 p.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
11h 24m2 stops Denver Intl Newark
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6:35 a.m. - 1:12 p.m.IAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
9h 37m1 stop San Francisco
C$ 644United Airlines
Wed, 4 Nov - Wed, 11 Nov
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7:00 a.m. - 6:13 p.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
9h 13m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
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2:37 p.m. - 12:20 a.m.DCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-YVR Vancouver Intl
11h 43m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
C$ 647American Airlines
Tue, 3 Nov - Tue, 10 Nov
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7:00 a.m. - 6:13 p.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
9h 13m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
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11:56 a.m. - 12:20 a.m.DCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-YVR Vancouver Intl
14h 24m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Toronto Pearson Intl
C$ 647American Airlines
Wed, 4 Nov - Tue, 10 Nov
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1:07 p.m. - 8:52 p.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-BWI Baltimore/Washington
5h 45m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
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7:07 a.m. - 2:19 p.m.BWI  Baltimore/Washington-YVR Vancouver Intl
9h 12m1 stop Salt Lake City
C$ 659WestJet
Fri, 30 Oct - Fri, 30 Oct
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8:45 a.m. - 7:30 p.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
7h 45m1 stop Denver Intl
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10:35 p.m. - 9:11 p.m.IAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
25h 36m1 stop Newark
C$ 680United Airlines
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for Vancouver Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. flights

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

What is the cheapest Vancouver Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. flight route?

There's little price difference between Vancouver Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. routes. They average around C$ 640 round-trip, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

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

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Vancouver Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. and is 7% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 35% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Vancouver Intl Airport to Washington, D.C.?

  • October is the cheapest month to fly from Vancouver Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. at C$ 463 round-trip.
  • August (C$ 746) and July (C$ 745) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 61% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Vancouver Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. the cheapest?

Flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. are cheapest 9 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 57% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Expert advice

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

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on Air Canada, 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.

Lucas Aykroyd

Lucas Aykroyd

Expert on YVR

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.

Key details for Vancouver Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

C$ 233
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 6% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly (16% more expensive on average)
Flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport

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

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Your Vancouver Intl Airport 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 Vancouver Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. flights?

    Among airlines operating Vancouver Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. flights:

    • United Airlines: offers free seat selection
    • Air Canada: offers extra legroom; 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 Vancouver Intl Airport to Washington, D.C.?

    Only United Airlines operates flights between Vancouver Intl Airport and Washington, D.C..

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

    Flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. usually depart from Vancouver Intl (YVR) 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 Vancouver Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. flights?

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

    • Air Canada: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • United Airlines: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in First Class
    • Air New Zealand: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in First 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 Vancouver Intl Airport to Washington, D.C.?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Washington, D.C.:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Layover fares average C$ 415 round-trip via Boston Logan Intl (BOS), compared to C$ 796 for direct.

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

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge C$ 34–C$ 133 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 Vancouver Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. pass through?

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

    • Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ) – 40% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) – 19% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) – 14% of one-stop connections
    • Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) – 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 Vancouver Intl Airport to Washington, D.C.?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 31% on the Vancouver Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 600 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at C$ 869, a difference of C$ 269. 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 Walter E. Washington Convention Center. These are among the most viewed places in Washington, D.C. on KAYAK.

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

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

    • Earliest: departs at 10:25 pm and lands at 3:30 am
    • Latest: departs at 10:25 pm and lands at 3:30 am.

    The flight takes about 5h 05m.

  • How expensive are last-minute Vancouver Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route – booked within 2 weeks of departure – run 55% above the route average of C$ 643. Book 9 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long does a flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. take?

    A direct flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. takes 5h 05m, covering 6,104 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Vancouver Intl Airport 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 Vancouver Intl Airport 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$ 445 to C$ 1,667. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Vancouver Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about C$ 326, which is 26% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 39m, compared with 7h 39m via Salt Lake City (SLC) and 8h 08m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

  • What is the time difference between Vancouver Intl Airport and Washington, D.C.?

    Washington, D.C. is 3 hours ahead of Vancouver Intl Airport (Eastern Time vs Pacific 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$ 31:

    · 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 Vancouver Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. flight?

    Round-trip flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. range from C$ 514 to C$ 804, with an average of C$ 643 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 514 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Vancouver Intl Airport 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 Tuesday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Tuesday flights average C$ 600 – about C$ 269 less than Sunday (31% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 9 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 57% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Vancouver Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. trip for October. Fares historically average C$ 463 round-trip in that month – typically C$ 283 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Boston Logan Intl Airport (BOS) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages C$ 415 round-trip on this route – about C$ 381 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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