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Cheapest round-trip
$374
Typical prices: $389-$692
Multiple Airlines
Fri 2/9Sat 2/17
IAD - YYC • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$151
Typical prices: $162-$374
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Sun 12/9
IAD - YYC • 3 stops
Nonstop flights
There are currently no direct flights between Washington, D.C. and Calgary. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 12 weeks in advance save around 50% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 25% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $277 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 7h 31m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Washington, D.C. to Calgary (WAS-YYC)

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

Tue, Feb 9 - Wed, Feb 17
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6:37 am - 6:55 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-YYC Calgary
13h 18m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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8:45 am - 12:19 amYYC  Calgary-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
14h 34m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$374Multiple Airlines
Mon, Feb 8 - Wed, Feb 17
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10:57 pm - 12:05 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-YYC Calgary
14h 08m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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8:45 am - 12:19 amYYC  Calgary-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
14h 34m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$392Multiple Airlines
Sun, Dec 6 - Sat, Dec 12
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4:00 pm - 12:50 amDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-YYC Calgary
9h 50m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
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1:45 pm - 9:59 pmYYC  Calgary-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
7h 14m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
$427Air Canada
Sun, Dec 6 - Sat, Dec 12
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4:00 pm - 12:50 amDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-YYC Calgary
9h 50m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
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1:45 pm - 9:59 pmYYC  Calgary-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
7h 14m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
$450Air Canada
Fri, Jan 1 - Tue, Jan 5
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6:45 am - 3:21 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-YYC Calgary
9h 36m1 stop Denver Intl
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7:00 am - 11:26 pmYYC  Calgary-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
15h 26m1 stop Denver Intl
$458United Airlines
Mon, Nov 23 - Thu, Nov 26
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10:10 pm - 3:21 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-YYC Calgary
18h 11m1 stop Denver Intl
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7:00 am - 5:55 pmYYC  Calgary-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
9h 55m1 stop Denver Intl
$458United Airlines
Sun, Nov 22 - Tue, Dec 1
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6:05 am - 1:15 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-YYC Calgary
8h 10m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
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2:25 pm - 10:10 pmYYC  Calgary-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
6h 45m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$518Delta
Mon, Nov 23 - Wed, Dec 2
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6:05 am - 1:15 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-YYC Calgary
8h 10m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
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7:25 am - 4:48 pmYYC  Calgary-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
8h 23m1 stop Salt Lake City
$518Delta
Tue, Mar 16 - Tue, Mar 23
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6:00 am - 1:44 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-YYC Calgary
9h 44m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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2:29 pm - 11:59 pmYYC  Calgary-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
7h 30m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$518American Airlines
Thu, Dec 3 - Sat, Dec 5
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5:00 am - 1:11 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-YYC Calgary
9h 11m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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1:56 pm - 11:59 pmYYC  Calgary-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
9h 03m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$518American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Washington, D.C. to Calgary flights

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

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

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport (DCA) to Calgary (YYC) is the cheapest Washington, D.C. to Calgary route, averaging $493 round-trip. Other Washington, D.C. to Calgary routes average $553, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Washington, D.C. to Calgary. It’s 13% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 15% higher.

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

•October is the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. to Calgary at $406 round-trip.
•December ($769) and March ($668) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 89% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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

Flights from Washington, D.C. to Calgary are cheapest 12 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 50% 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 Washington, D.C. to Calgary

 
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, WestJet 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.

Kaitlyn McInnis

Kaitlyn McInnis

Expert on YYC

Kaitlyn is a guidebook author and travel writer splitting her time between Atlantic Canada and Istanbul, Türkiye. She has visited over fifty countries and all seven continents, so she is very familiar with many hotels, airports and airlines around the globe. But her favorite type of vacation is sunbathing by the sea with a good book in hand.

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

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

$151
Beat the crowds with an average 76% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 152% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Calgary

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

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

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

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

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

    A nonstop flight from Washington, D.C. to Calgary takes 00m, covering 1,965 miles.

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

    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 Washington, D.C. to Calgary flight?

    Round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. to Calgary range from $389 to $692, with an average of $539 over the past 12 months. Anything below $389 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 61% above the $539 route average. Book 12 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $277 round-trip via San Francisco (SFO), compared to $556 for nonstop.

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

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $40–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Have flight prices from Washington, D.C. to Calgary 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 $374 to $2,278. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Washington, D.C. to Calgary are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $232, which is 10% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Calgary Airport (YYC)?

    Calgary Airport (YYC) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $61 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Routes Car & Truck Rentals
    • Avis
    • Budget
    • Thrifty
    • Hertz

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

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

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

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

    • Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ) - 50% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 19% of one-stop connections
    • Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) - 8% of one-stop connections
    • Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl (YUL) - 6% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 25% on flights from Washington, D.C. to Calgary. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $471 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $623, a difference of $152.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 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 from Washington, D.C. to Calgary?

    Flying via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 31m, compared with 7h 35m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and 7h 42m via Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ).

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

    Calgary is 1 hour behind Washington, D.C. (Mountain Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Calgary?

    Some of the most popular sights in Calgary are Scotiabank Saddledome, Stampede Park and Central Memorial Park. These are among the most viewed places in Calgary on KAYAK.

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

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

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

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

    • Air Canada: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Delta: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in First Class

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

Your guide to booking Washington, D.C. to Calgary 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 Monday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Monday flights average $471, about $152 less than Sunday fares (24% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 12 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 50% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Washington, D.C. to Calgary trip for October. Fares historically average $406 round-trip in that month - typically $363 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 San Francisco Airport (SFO) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $277 round-trip on this route - about $279 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 Calgary Airport.

    • Hotel 11, Mod A Sonesta Collection
    • Hotel Clique Calgary Airport
    • Wingate by Wyndham Calgary Airport

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