Flying from Washington DC to Quebec City Jean Lesage International Airport (YQB): What you need to know
You can choose from a range of airports when planning your flight from Washington DC to Quebec City Jean Lesage International Airport (YQB). Explore your options for leaving from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA), Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) and Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI).
Quebec's timezone is UTC-4, which is the same as Washington DC. Quebec City Jean Lesage International Airport is located in Quebec.
Your flight from Washington DC to YQB won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
With more people on the move during high season, it's wise to be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will help you stay ahead of the crowds.
Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Washington DC to YQB. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA). Break the trip up (and maybe score a better deal) by stopping at one of these popular options:
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Located around 8 kilometres from the centre of Washington DC, DCA can be reached in about 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport is roughly 45 minutes.
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Of the departures from Ronald Reagan National Airport, 76.44% land on time at their destination.
DCA is located at 1 Aviation Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Break up your flight from Washington DC to Quebec City Jean Lesage International Airport with a stop so you can recharge or perhaps go somewhere you've never been before. Top stopovers between Washington Dulles International Airport and YQB are:
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
You can reach IAD from the centre of Washington DC in approximately 50 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes to travel the 56 kilometres or so.
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Looking at how often flights stay on schedule, Washington Dulles International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 74.39%.
IAD is located at 1 Saarinen Circle.
Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)
Book a plane ticket from Washington DC to Quebec City Jean Lesage International Airport (YQB) out of Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) with one or more stops. Some popular stopovers between BWI and YQB are:
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
BWI is roughly 48 kilometres from central Washington DC. The drive from the city centre to the airport takes about 50 minutes. If you're planning to use public transport, you can expect a journey of around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Sleep a little longer and still make your Washington DC to Quebec City Jean Lesage International Airport flight with time to spare. These hotels near Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport make departure day effortless if you're setting off early:
The on-time performance record of BWI is 77.13%. In other words, that's how often flights departing this airport arrive at their final stop as planned.
About Quebec City Jean Lesage International Airport (YQB)
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Getting from Quebec City Jean Lesage International Airport (YQB) to central Quebec
Quebec City Jean Lesage International Airport to central Quebec is about 14 kilometres. If you're renting a car or taking a cab, do some research to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times vary depending on traffic and the time of day.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 20 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Quebec City Jean Lesage International Airport (YQB)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Quebec City Jean Lesage International Airport is 95 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 408 €. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares may change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Washington DC to YQB if you book early. Airlines often have some amazing early bird discounts.
Affordable Washington DC to Quebec City Jean Lesage International Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares throughout the month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Washington DC to Quebec City Jean Lesage International Airport (YQB)
August is the most popular month for flights from Washington DC to Quebec City Jean Lesage International Airport (YQB). Plan your visit to Quebec in May for a quieter experience.
Before locking in your Washington DC to YQB plane ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Quebec, with temperatures ranging from 7ºC (45ºF) to 21ºC (70ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Washington DC to Quebec City Jean Lesage International Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -30ºC (-22ºF) and -12ºC (10ºF).
More about Quebec
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UNESCO Monument and Old Quebec are just a couple of the leading attractions to add to your Quebec itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Montmorency Falls.
Explore more of Canada
You've seen Quebec, now it's time to discover more of Canada. Journey about 225 kilometres south-west to Montreal to check off its top attractions. From Cirque du Soleil - KURIOS to Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 225 kilometres south-west of Quebec, Laval is another favourite stop in Canada. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Le Cosmodôme, SkyVenture Montréal and illumi Laval.