Travelling from Ottawa to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD): What you need to know
Planning your holiday starts with figuring out where you'll fly out of in Ottawa. Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) is the city's main base, so check out your options for booking a flight from Ottawa to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) leaving from here.
Ottawa and Washington DC (where Washington Dulles International Airport is located) share the UTC-4 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch when you arrive.
Your flight from Ottawa to IAD 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 flying internationally.
In high season, allow for longer wait times and arrive earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international trips.
Airports in Ottawa
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND)
The journey from central Ottawa to YND takes about 1 hour 40 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 24 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Booked an early flight from Ottawa to Washington Dulles International Airport? Stay at a hotel close to Ottawa Gatineau Airport, like Meilleure Auberge. Lovely Room 4mins From Gatineau-Ottawa Airport will also put you moments from the departure gate.
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
Prefer to leave from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)? Direct Ottawa to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) plane tickets can be booked from here.
Get on your direct flight from Ottawa to IAD with United Airlines. This is one of the leading airlines operating this route out of YOW.
United Airlines takes the lead in bookings on the YOW to IAD route.
The most reliable carrier is United Airlines. Its Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport flights land as scheduled 67.11% of the time.
With public transport, you can travel from central Ottawa to YOW in about 45 minutes. The terminal is roughly 13 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 20 minutes.
Get a head start on your holiday with an additional night away from home. Before your Ottawa to IAD flight, kick back in one of these hotels close to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport:
When it comes to keeping flights punctual, Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 58.21%.
You'll find YOW at 50 Airport Road.
About Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Reserve a hotel close to IAD if you're catching a late flight from Ottawa to Washington Dulles International Airport. Settle into one of these options and end the night sooner:
Pick up a Washington Dulles International Airport rental car and explore Washington DC and beyond with your own set of wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Sixt are top outlets you can book with here.
Booking your ride around one week ahead of your Ottawa to Washington Dulles International Airport flight can help you find the best deal.
IAD is located at 1 Saarinen Circle.
Getting from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to central Washington DC
Central Washington DC is around 40 kilometres from Washington Dulles International Airport. Journey times by cab or car hire will vary depending on traffic conditions and time of day, so do some research before you go.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 10 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Ottawa to Washington Dulles International Airport is 106 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 180 €. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Ottawa to IAD. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.
Cheap Ottawa to Washington Dulles International Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across every month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Ottawa to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Think about the kind of experience you want when picking your flight dates. February is the quietest month to visit Washington DC. July is when most people book flights from Ottawa to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD), which may be perfect if you're after more excitement.
Book an Ottawa to IAD plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Washington DC to range from 19ºC (66ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Ottawa to Washington Dulles International Airport in January when temperatures are between -6ºC (21ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF).
More about Washington DC
Start your Washington DC trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Ottawa to Washington Dulles International Airport, check out our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Smithsonian, Lincoln Memorial and The White House are top attractions which should be on any good Washington DC itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
You've seen Washington DC, now it's time to discover other parts of the United States. Travel about 225 kilometres north-east to Philadelphia to check off its popular sights. From Independence Hall to Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Virginia Beach is another standout destination in the United States and is around 274 kilometres south-east of Washington DC. No trip is complete without visiting Virginia Beach Oceanfront, Virginia Beach Boardwalk and Resort Beach.