Travelling from Ottawa to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD): what you need to know
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) is Ottawa's main airport. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Ottawa to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) departing from here.
1 hour 45 minutes is the average duration of a direct flight from Ottawa to Washington Dulles International Airport.
Ottawa and Washington DC (where Washington Dulles International Airport is located) share the UTC-4 timezone. That means you won't need to adjust your watch once you arrive.
With 29 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) is the busiest route. United operates the earliest flight at 09:45. If you'd like to get more out of your day before jetting off, the last flight from YOW to IAD is with United at 19:32.
To ensure you get on your flight from Ottawa to IAD, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Popular months like August or other peak seasons mean longer waiting times and potential delays. Stick to your schedule by arriving at the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Ottawa
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) provides a hassle-free way to reach your destination. Nonstop flights from Ottawa to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) take off from this terminal.
United is a popular airline that offers direct flights from Ottawa to Washington Dulles International Airport jetting out of YOW.
YOW is approximately 13 kilometres from the centre of Ottawa. To work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This essential traveller tool will show you the fastest route and your public transport options.
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About Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Consider booking a hotel close to IAD if you have a late flight from Ottawa to Washington Dulles International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to central Washington DC
From Washington Dulles International Airport, Washington DC is approximately 56 kilometres away. It takes around 51 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 3 hours and 26 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Ottawa to Washington Dulles International Airport is ₹ 12,356. The cheapest price for a return flight is ₹ 22,456. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To score flight tickets from Ottawa to IAD, book early. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, check out the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the lowest price across each month when searching for your ticket from Ottawa to Washington Dulles International Airport.
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The best time to fly from Ottawa to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
July is the most popular month for flights from Ottawa to Washington Dulles International Airport. To skip the crowds, head to Washington DC in February when things are quieter.
When booking your flight from Ottawa to IAD, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Washington DC, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC to 33ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Ottawa to Washington Dulles International Airport in January when temperatures average between -6ºC and 10ºC.
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