Cheap Flights from Ottawa (YOW) to Washington (DCA)

Popular airlines from Ottawa International Airport (YOW) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)

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Frequently asked questions

How long does it take to fly from Ottawa International Airport to National Airport?
With Air Canada, a direct flight takes approximately 1 hour and 38 minutes. Hop on the 10:40AM flight from Ottawa International Airport and reach National Airport at 12:18PM. Snap up an epic deal on this and many other routes when you use Expedia to book your journey.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Ottawa International Airport to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) last minute?
Booking your trip from Ottawa International Airport to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) last minute could save you some dough if you strike it lucky and find an amazing deal. However, tickets don't usually get cheaper as the departure date nears. If you wait around, flights could also be booked out or the best seats taken (don't get stuck in the middle!). If you don't want to risk it, book well ahead of your departure date. In fact, Expedia has some of the biggest deals up to 12 months in advance. If your favorite carrier hasn't released tickets yet, check back regularly as deals are updated on Expedia constantly.
What airports do you fly into for Washington from Ottawa?
From Ottawa, you can connect to Washington via Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD) and Baltimore Washington Intl. Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI). Research which airport is best for you before you make a decision. If you go with Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), it's approximately 6 kilometers south of downtown. Use the cash you save when booking your fare with Expedia to uncover the city's well-known attractions, such as White House and United States Capitol.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Macdonald-Cartier Intl. Airport (YOW) to DCA?
For Air Canada flights jetting from Ottawa International Airport to National Airport, the busiest time is between 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM. If you want to avoid delays, head off in the morning. This way you can escape the heavy air traffic that builds up in the afternoon.
Can I change the date of my flight from Ottawa Intl. Airport to DCA?
It's so easy to make amendments to your YOW to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) journey yourself. Simply log in to the Expedia Trips portal and select "change flight." Browse around for new flights and book the one that works with your new plans. You'll see an estimate of any flight change costs. You can also visit our Customer Service portal to connect with our Virtual Agent and quickly get answers to all your questions.

Travel information

Travel information

Origin airport
Macdonald-Cartier Intl.
Destination airport
Ronald Reagan Washington National
Distance
724 km
Average flight time
1 hour 43 mins

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