Flying from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Vancouver: what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Vancouver and you'll be travelling for an average of 5 hours 11 minutes.
The timezone in Vancouver is UTC-7. The city is 3 hours behind Washington DC, where Washington Dulles International Airport is located.
The busiest route is from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Vancouver International Airport (YVR). Take your pick of 9 services every week between these two airports. If you want to get on your way as soon as possible, the earliest flight from IAD to YVR is the 08:05 United service. If you'd rather travel later, the last departure is at 17:45 with Air Canada.
To ensure you catch your flight from IAD to Vancouver, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Getting away during a peak month like July? Popular periods (like spring break, summer and Thanksgiving) can add another hour at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
You can catch a nonstop flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Vancouver that arrives at Vancouver International Airport (YVR).
Keep an eye out for deals with Air Canada. This carrier has direct flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Vancouver.
We make it a breeze to find a flight from IAD to Vancouver that includes a stopover. To see all your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Major stopovers include:
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Calgary International Airport (YYC)
You don't need a visa for Canada if you hold a passport from United States and are travelling for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements are subject to changes or updates. So before booking your flight tickets from Washington Dulles International Airport to Vancouver, check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for the most up-to-date information.
The journey from central Washington DC to IAD takes around 3 hours and 26 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 56 kilometres in 51 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a handy hotel near IAD? If you're boarding an early flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Vancouver, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Vancouver
C$102 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Washington Dulles International Airport to Vancouver. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$273. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.
Score cheap tickets from IAD to Vancouver by booking 11 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
July is the cheapest month for tickets from Washington Dulles International Airport to Vancouver. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
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Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Vancouver International Airport (YVR) is around 14 kilometres from central Vancouver. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is around 26 minutes.
It takes around 33 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Vancouver, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near YVR:
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH)
Once your flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Vancouver has hit the tarmac, you can reach the city centre in about 5 minutes by car. Central Vancouver is approximately 2 kilometres from Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH).
You can expect the trip to take roughly 16 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from IAD to Vancouver, settle in at a hotel near CXH. These are some great options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Vancouver
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Vancouver. August is the most popular month for a trip to Vancouver. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in May.
The warmest month in Vancouver is August, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC and 24ºC. Book your flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Vancouver in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap flights from IAD to Vancouver in December if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC and 7ºC on average.
More about Vancouver
Start your Vancouver trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Vancouver, check out our selection of hotels including:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Stanley Park, Granville Island and Science World are attractions you won't want to skip in Vancouver.
Complete your Vancouver trip with a car rental
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