Traveling from Washington DC to Vancouver International Airport (YVR): What you need to know
When looking for your flight from Washington DC to Vancouver International Airport (YVR), there's a good range of airports to start your journey from. Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA), Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) and Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) are Washington DC's main options.
Vancouver is three hours behind Washington DC. Vancouver International Airport is located in Vancouver, which operates on the UTC-7 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Washington DC to YVR. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
Peak travel periods mean busier airports, so plan to arrive even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to stick to your schedule.
Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a break from traveling and perhaps even tour another city. When searching for cheap flights from Washington DC to YVR departing from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
The journey from central Washington DC to DCA takes about 45 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 8 kilometers in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Catching an early flight from Washington DC to Vancouver International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some bonus sleep) by picking one of these stays close to Ronald Reagan National Airport:
Of all flights leaving Ronald Reagan National Airport, 76.44% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
DCA is located at 1 Aviation Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Consider starting your trip from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). You can book a direct Washington DC to Vancouver International Airport (YVR) flight ticket from this popular hub.
Board your direct flight from Washington DC to YVR with United Airlines. This is one of the top carriers operating this route out of IAD.
On the IAD to YVR route, United Airlines is the airline most travelers rely on.
Check a new destination off your list or just take a moment to stretch your legs with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Washington DC to Vancouver International Airport, browse these options when heading out from Washington Dulles International Airport:
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
With public transport, you can travel from central Washington DC to IAD in around 1 hour 10 minutes. The airport is roughly 56 kilometers away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 50 minutes.
Catching the earliest flight? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Washington Dulles International Airport the day before your Washington DC to YVR flight:
When it comes to keeping flights on track, Washington Dulles International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 74.39%.
The street address for IAD is 1 Saarinen Circle.
Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)
Reserve a flight ticket from Washington DC to Vancouver International Airport (YVR) out of Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) with a stop or two. Some popular stopovers between BWI and YVR include:
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
Nashville International Airport (BNA)
BWI is roughly 48 kilometers from central Washington DC. Driving from the city center to the airport takes about 50 minutes. If you're thinking about taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Make catching an early Washington DC to Vancouver International Airport flight one of the easiest parts of your trip. Stay at one of these accommodation options near Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport and get to your departure gate with plenty of time to spare:
Flights that take off from BWI arrive at their destination on schedule 77.13% of the time.
About Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Have a late flight from Washington DC to Vancouver International Airport? Don't let it hijack your sleep schedule. Stay at one of these hotels near YVR and get cozy, quick:
Pick up a Vancouver International Airport rental car and discover Vancouver and beyond with your own set of wheels. Routes Car Rentals, Thrifty and Avis are leading providers you can book with here.
Booking your ride around one week ahead of your Washington DC to Vancouver International Airport flight can help you score a better rate.
Getting from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to central Vancouver
Central Vancouver is around 14 kilometers from Vancouver 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 rental, cab or ride-share.
When traveling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
AED 378 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Vancouver International Airport. Return flights start at AED 870. These fares can change based on availability.
To score cheap flights from Washington DC to YVR, book your flight ticket two months before your departure date.
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The best time to fly from Washington DC to Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
August is the busiest month for flights from Washington DC to Vancouver International Airport (YVR). Plan your visit to Vancouver in May for a more low-key escape.
When booking your Washington DC to YVR flight ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Vancouver, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Washington DC to Vancouver International Airport in December if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF).
More about Vancouver
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Vancouver right here. Explore these hotels once you've booked your flight from Washington DC to Vancouver International Airport:
Your Vancouver visit wouldn't be complete without a bit of sightseeing. Major attractions you won't want to miss include Stanley Park, Stanley Park Seawall and Stanley Park Seawall.
Explore more of Canada
Kelowna is just one of the many cities in Canada waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Vancouver. Around 274 kilometers away to the east, its top attractions include Lake Okanagan, The View Winery and Vineyard and Waterfront Park.
Around 257 kilometers north-east of Vancouver, Kamloops is another favorite stop in Canada. No visit is complete without checking out St. Paul's Cathedral, Valleyview Nature Park and Clearwater Lakes.
