Flying from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) to Pearson International Airport (YYZ): what you need to know
Expect to be airborne for around 1 hour 39 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct flight from Ronald Reagan National Airport to Pearson International Airport. Toronto and Washington DC have the same timezone (UTC-4).
Take your pick of 60 weekly flights from Ronald Reagan National Airport to Pearson International Airport. The 06:55 departure with Air Canada is the earliest flight you can take from DCA to YYZ. Air Canada operates the latest service of the day at 21:00 if early mornings aren't your thing.
Traveling over a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
American Airlines offers direct flights from Ronald Reagan National Airport to Pearson International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to discover the sights in Toronto — plus maybe even more of Canada if your schedule allows.
If you'd like to have a stopover for your flight from Ronald Reagan National Airport to Pearson International Airport, just deselect 'Direct flights only' and look through your options. These are the most popular stopovers between DCA and YYZ:
LaGuardia Airport
John Glenn Columbus International Airport
Philadelphia International Airport
Don't forget, you may need a visa to enter Canada. Visa regulations vary and travel documentation requirements often change. Before reserving your cheap ticket from DCA to YYZ, be sure to check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for the latest information.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) to Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Ronald Reagan National Airport to Pearson International Airport is C$152. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$344. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Get cheap flight tickets from DCA to YYZ by booking at least 9 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
Organize your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flight tickets from Ronald Reagan National Airport to Pearson International Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across each month.
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Use filters to tailor your flights from Ronald Reagan National Airport to Pearson International Airport. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals.
Handy information about Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
Ronald Reagan National Airport is about 8 kilometres from central Washington DC. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the center, it'll take you 16 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be approximately 43 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Ronald Reagan National Airport to Pearson International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (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 flight from Ronald Reagan National Airport to Pearson International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near YYZ:
Getting from Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to central Toronto
Pearson International Airport to central Toronto takes about 26 minutes by car. It's approximately 27 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 49 minutes.
When to fly to Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Ronald Reagan National Airport to Pearson International Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Toronto. If you want a more peaceful vibe, go in February.
Book your flight from Ronald Reagan National Airport to Pearson International Airport for July if you want to explore Toronto during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 14ºC and 28ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -12ºC and 1ºC. Search for cheap flight tickets from DCA to YYZ sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Toronto
After booking your flights from DCA to YYZ, you'll need to find a hotel in Toronto. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring this top destination:
Every great vacation has to include some sightseeing. CN Tower, Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District are among the things you can't miss in Toronto.
If you're looking for more choice when planning your trip, consider flying into or out of Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ). This international airport is also a popular option for traveling to or from Toronto.
Complete your Toronto trip with hotels and a car rental
Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Pearson International Airport, discover our low prices and exclusive rates for hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one go to get the best car rental price for your Toronto vacation.
