Flying from Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to Washington DC: what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Pearson International Airport to Washington DC and you'll be travelling for around 1 hour 39 minutes.
Toronto (the location of Pearson International Airport) and Washington DC are in the same timezone — UTC-4.
With 60 weekly flights between the two airports, Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) is the busiest route. Air Canada operates the earliest flight at 07:00. If you're eager to get more out of your day before jetting off, the latest flight from YYZ to DCA is with Air Canada at 21:00.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your flight from YYZ to Washington DC.
During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during high season in general.
Nonstop flights from Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to Washington DC are available for booking. Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) is where you'll be landing.
Choose from a variety of airlines that offer direct flights from Pearson International Airport to Washington DC. Book your seat with one of these:
You don't need a visa for United States if you hold a passport from Canada and are travelling for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements are subject to change. So before reserving your cheap tickets from Pearson International Airport to Washington DC, check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for the most up-to-date information.
YYZ is about 27 kilometres from central Toronto. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 26 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 49 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Pearson International Airport to Washington DC? Avoid rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near YYZ:
How to find the cheapest flights from Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to Washington DC
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Pearson International Airport to Washington DC is $154. The cheapest price for a return flight is $228. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from YYZ to Washington DC, reserve your journey 10 months before your planned departure.
June is the cheapest month for tickets from Pearson International Airport to Washington DC. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
Log into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. You'll get notified right away if there's a better deal on this route. It's easy to do, and it'll save you the hassle of searching for flight tickets from YYZ to Washington DC every day.
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Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) to central Washington DC is roughly 8 kilometres. It'll take you about 16 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of roughly 43 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Pearson International Airport to Washington DC, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near DCA:
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Once your flight from Pearson International Airport to Washington DC has touched down, you can get to the city centre in about 51 minutes by car. Central Washington DC is approximately 56 kilometres from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD).
You can also travel using public transport, which will take roughly 3 hours and 26 minutes.
After your flight from YYZ to Washington DC, tuck yourself in at a hotel close to IAD. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Washington DC
July is the most popular month to catch a flight from Pearson International Airport to Washington DC while May is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit Washington DC, consider the pace you prefer to travel at.
The warmest month in Washington DC is July, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC and 33ºC. Book your flights from Pearson International Airport to Washington DC in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap flights from YYZ to Washington DC in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -6ºC and 10ºC on average.
More about Washington DC
After locking in your flight from Pearson International Airport to Washington DC, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Washington DC:
White House Historical Association and The White House are just a couple of the leading attractions to put on your Washington DC travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at National Mall.
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