Travelling from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) to Pearson International Airport (YYZ): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 40 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Ronald Reagan National Airport to Pearson International Airport.
Toronto's timezone is UTC-4, which is the same as Washington DC.
Each week, there are 60 Ronald Reagan National Airport to Pearson International Airport flights. If you prefer to be on board early, go for the 06:55 Air Canada flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before flying, the last departure is at 20:40 with Air Canada.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your DCA to YYZ flight.
You can expect longer queues during popular months like February. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
American Airlines offers direct flights from Ronald Reagan National Airport to Pearson International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to see the sights in Toronto — and maybe even more of Canada if you have time.
American Airlines has the highest passenger demand on this route.
American Airlines is a leader in on-time performance for DCA to YYZ flights, with 82.05% of its services landing as scheduled.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Ronald Reagan National Airport to Pearson International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between DCA and YYZ include:
Philadelphia International Airport
LaGuardia Airport
John Glenn Columbus International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) to Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
63 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way Ronald Reagan National Airport to Pearson International Airport flight. A return flight starts from 171 €. These prices may change based on demand.
Book six months before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from DCA to YYZ.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Ronald Reagan National Airport to Pearson International Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across every month.
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Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Ronald Reagan National Airport to Pearson International Airport.
Handy information about Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
You'll find DCA at 1 Aviation Circle.
Of the departures from Ronald Reagan National Airport, 76.44% touch down on time at their destination.
Ronald Reagan National Airport is around 8 kilometres from central Washington DC. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Ronald Reagan National Airport to Pearson International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays close to DCA:
Arriving at Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
If you have a late Ronald Reagan National Airport to Pearson International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near YYZ:
Grab a Pearson International Airport rental car and discover Toronto and beyond with your own wheels. Routes Car Rentals, Green Motion and Thrifty are top providers to choose from here.
Reserving your ride from Pearson International Airport around three weeks ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to central Toronto
From Pearson International Airport, Toronto is approximately 27 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre by public transport will take you around 50 minutes.
When to fly to Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
The quietest month for a flight from Ronald Reagan National Airport to Pearson International Airport is February, while August is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Toronto based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Before locking in your flight from Ronald Reagan National Airport to Pearson International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Toronto, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC (57ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from DCA to YYZ in January. Temperatures average between -12ºC (10ºF) and 1ºC (34ºF) then.
Explore more of Canada
Montreal is just one of the many cities in Canada waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Toronto. Around 499 kilometres away to the north-east, well-known attractions include Mount Royal Park, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.
If you're interested in discovering another well-known destination in Canada, consider Ottawa, about 354 kilometres north-east of Toronto. Parliament Hill, Rideau Canal and National Gallery of Canada are key highlights.