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Vancouver.221 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 15 Sep, returning Mon, 22 Sep.Return flight with Spirit Airlines and WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Baltimore Washington International on Mon, 15 Sep, arriving in Vancouver International.Inbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Vancouver International on Mon, 22 Sep, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 221 €, select.
Vancouver.224 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 29 Aug, returning Mon, 22 Sep.Return flight with WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Washington Dulles on Fri, 29 Aug, arriving in Vancouver International.Inbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Vancouver International on Mon, 22 Sep, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From 224 €, select.
Vancouver.225 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 21 Sep, returning Fri, 3 Oct.Return flight with Spirit Airlines and WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Baltimore Washington International on Sun, 21 Sep, arriving in Vancouver International.Inbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Vancouver International on Fri, 3 Oct, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 225 €, select.
Vancouver.236 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 10 Oct, returning Mon, 13 Oct.Return flight with WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Washington Dulles on Fri, 10 Oct, arriving in Vancouver International.Inbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Vancouver International on Mon, 13 Oct, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From 236 €, select.
Vancouver.239 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 5 Aug, returning Wed, 13 Aug.Return flight with Spirit Airlines and WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Baltimore Washington International on Tue, 5 Aug, arriving in Vancouver International.Inbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Vancouver International on Wed, 13 Aug, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From 239 €, select.
Vancouver.248 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 17 Jul, returning Wed, 23 Jul.Return flight with Spirit Airlines and Flair Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Baltimore Washington International on Thu, 17 Jul, arriving in Vancouver International.Inbound indirect flight with Flair Airlines, departs from Vancouver International on Wed, 23 Jul, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 248 €, select.
Vancouver.264 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 30 Jul, returning Sun, 31 Aug.Return flight with Spirit Airlines and WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Baltimore Washington International on Wed, 30 Jul, arriving in Vancouver International.Inbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Vancouver International on Sun, 31 Aug, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 264 €, select.
Vancouver.274 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 30 Jul, returning Mon, 1 Sep.Return flight with Frontier Airlines and WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Washington Dulles on Wed, 30 Jul, arriving in Vancouver International.Inbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Vancouver International on Mon, 1 Sep, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 274 €, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Washington D.C. to Vancouver

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Washington D.C. to Vancouver flights are currently cheapest in September.
Jun
from 439 €
Jul
from 248 €
Aug
from 239 €
Sep
from 221 €
Oct
from 236 €
Nov
from 351 €
Dec
from 470 €
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Washington D.C. to Vancouver: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found221 €
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time5 hrs, 22 mins
Most popular airlineUnited
Average flights per week13

Finding cheap flights from Washington D.C. to Vancouver: Frequently asked questions

There are 7 airports in Vancouver: Vancouver Coal Harbour, Vancouver International, Sechelt, Ganges Harbor, Nanaimo, Nanaimo Harbour, and Abbotsford.
The best price we found for a return flight from Washington D.C. to Vancouver is 221 €. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
5 hours and 22 minutes is the average flight time from Washington D.C. to Vancouver.
United and Air Canada fly direct from Washington D.C. to Vancouver.
As of June 2025, there are 13 flights per week flying from Washington D.C. to Vancouver.
The cheapest month to fly from Washington D.C. to Vancouver is usually June 2025.
If you're flying from Washington D.C., the cheapest airport near Vancouver is Vancouver International – which is 9.7 km away from the centre of Vancouver. We've found flights into this airport from 221 €.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Washington D.C. to Vancouver on Monday, 15 September 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 5 hours and 22 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Vancouver but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Vancouver is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In June, the average temperature is usually around 14°C. August is typically the warmest month in Vancouver, when it usually averages around 20°C. You can expect the least rain in July. The coldest month is December, with temperatures averaging -1°C. The rainiest month is November.
The cheapest airline that flies to Vancouver is Spirit Airlines. And the cheapest airline that flies to Vancouver International Airport is United.

Travelling from Washington DC to Vancouver: what you need to know

  • Planning your flight from Washington DC to Vancouver begins with finding the best airport to start your journey. Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA), Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) and Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) are the main terminals in Washington DC.

  • Step off the plane at one of Vancouver's major gateways like Vancouver International Airport (YVR). Alternatively, touch down at Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH) or Abbotsford Airport (YXX).

  • Around 5 hours 45 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct Washington DC to Vancouver flight.

  • The timezone in Vancouver is UTC-7, which is three hours behind Washington DC.

  • For a stress-free start to your trip, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your Washington DC to Vancouver flight.

  • If you're heading away during a popular month like February, make your way to the airport even earlier. You'll want to arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. Security lines will be longer during high seasons like Christmas, New Year and spring break.

How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Vancouver

  • Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap Washington DC to Vancouver flight. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the nearer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.

  • Finding cheap plane tickets from Washington DC to Vancouver is easier if you're flexible with your travel dates. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to see the best prices across the month and bag an incredible deal.

  • Locking in a cheap flight from Washington DC to Vancouver is easy with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as the price has dropped.

  • Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines by using the filters. Or sort your Washington DC to Vancouver flight results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest.'

Flying from Washington DC

Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)

  • Think about adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper Washington DC to Vancouver flight. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Ronald Reagan National Airport. Take a break from travelling at one of these airports:

    • O'Hare International Airport (ORD)

    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)

    • Pearson International Airport (YYZ)

  • Located around 6 kilometres from central Washington DC, DCA can be reached in about 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport is roughly 45 minutes.

  • Want a leisurely start to your travels? Stay near Ronald Reagan National Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Washington DC to Vancouver or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:

  • 76.44% of flights that leave from Ronald Reagan National Airport land at their destination on time.

  • You'll find DCA at 1 Aviation Circle.

Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

  • You can book a direct flight from Washington DC to Vancouver departing Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). Nonstop connections from IAD will get you to Vancouver International Airport (YVR).

  • From IAD, you can book a direct Washington DC to Vancouver plane ticket with United Airlines.

  • Make the most of your holiday with a stopover on your Washington DC to Vancouver flight. Visit friends or family or cross another city off your list. Whatever you want to do, check out these options between Washington Dulles International Airport and Vancouver:

    • Calgary International Airport (YYC)

    • Pearson International Airport (YYZ)

    • Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)

  • IAD is about 40 kilometres from central Washington DC. It'll take 50 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.

  • You're off on holiday, so why not spend an extra night away? Consider staying at one of these hotels near Washington Dulles International Airport the day before your flight from Washington DC to Vancouver:

  • When it comes to flight punctuality, 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)

  • Searching for a ticket from Washington DC to Vancouver with one or more stops can give you more departure time choices and access to better fares. When departing from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI), here are a few places you can make a pit stop at on your way to Vancouver:

    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)

    • Nashville International Airport (BNA)

    • Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)

  • From central Washington DC, BWI is around 40 kilometres away. It takes roughly 50 minutes to get there by car and 1 hour 30 minutes or so if you use public transport.

  • Make taking an early Washington DC to Vancouver flight the easiest part of your journey. Book a room at one of these accommodation options near Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport and get to the check-in counter without rushing:

  • Flights that depart from BWI touch down at their destination within the expected time frame 77.13% of the time.

Arriving in Vancouver

Vancouver International Airport (YVR)

  • Vancouver International Airport (YVR) is approximately 11 kilometres from central Vancouver. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 25 minutes.

  • Getting there by public transport will take you around 35 minutes.

  • Book a hotel close to YVR if you're coming in on a late flight from Washington DC to Vancouver. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:

  • Begin your adventure by picking up a Vancouver International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Thrifty or Avis to explore Vancouver and beyond.

  • Booking your ride from Vancouver International Airport around one week in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.

Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH)

  • Once your flight from Washington DC to Vancouver has hit the tarmac, you can reach the city centre in about 5 minutes by car. Central Vancouver is approximately 0.80 kilometres from Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH).

  • Travelling by public transport will take approximately 15 minutes.

  • There are some comfortable places to call home for the night near CXH. Unwind after your Washington DC to Vancouver flight at one of these well-located options:

  • Get the vehicle you actually want, not just what's left over, by securing your ride from CXH in advance. You can also avoid last-minute price hikes, especially during peak travel times.

Abbotsford Airport (YXX)

  • Abbotsford Airport (YXX) is about 64 kilometres from central Vancouver. It'll take you about 1 hour to get to the city centre in a ride-share or cab once you've hopped off your flight from Washington DC to Vancouver.

  • The journey will take you roughly 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport.

  • Check in to a hotel close to YXX and get from baggage claim to bedtime in a flash. Whether you're arriving on a late Washington DC to Vancouver flight or just want a stress-free arrival, these stays bring comfort closer to you:

  • Begin your travels without stressing over how to reach your next stop with an Abbotsford Airport rental car. You can book your wheels with reliable suppliers here like Hertz, Thrifty and Enterprise.

  • Around one week before your flight from Washington DC to Vancouver is the ideal time to book your ride from YXX. You're likely to find a better rate or catch some early booking discounts.

Best time to go to Vancouver

  • May is the quietest month for flights from Washington DC to Vancouver, while August is the most popular. Work out the best time to visit Vancouver based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.

  • When booking your Washington DC to Vancouver tickets, think about what kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Vancouver, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).

  • If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Washington DC to Vancouver in December when temperatures average between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF).

More about Vancouver

  • Start your Vancouver trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Washington DC to Vancouver, browse our selection of hotels including:

  • There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Stanley Park, Granville Island and Science World are popular attractions which should be on any good Vancouver itinerary.

Explore more of Canada

  • You've seen Vancouver, now it's time to discover more of Canada. Journey around 32 kilometres south-east to Surrey to tick off its leading sights. From Senator Reid Park to Port Mann Park and Morgan Creek Park, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.

  • Around 97 kilometres south of Vancouver, Victoria is another essential stop in Canada. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Royal BC Museum, Craigdarroch Castle and Inner Harbour.

Plan the rest of your trip from Washington D.C. to Vancouver

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