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

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

Prices were available within the past 7 days for one-way flights and round trip tickets for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

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Flight from Ottawa to Washington route information
Origin airport
Macdonald-Cartier Intl.
Destination airport
Ronald Reagan Washington National
Airlines serving
Air Canada
Return price
AU$450
Distance
724 km

Your quick guide to flights from Ottawa to Washington

Pick up great flights from Ottawa to Washington

With Expedia, you have your pick of flights a day with 20 airlines covering flights from Ottawa to Washington. Whether you’re on a business trip, a family holiday or a luxury break, just enter your travel dates, hit search then check out your choice of flights. Select from return, one way or multi-city flights, and use the advance search tool if you want a direct or refundable flight. You can narrow your search to show you just your preferred cabin class and airline, too. It’s all easy. You can book direct flights from Ottawa to Washington that take around hours.

Find cheap flights from Ottawa to Washington

From the great flight deals with prices currently ranging from AU$450 to AU$515, you can choose to see the cheapest flights first. Generally, you can book the cheapest flights from Ottawa to Washington around 4 to 6 weeks in advance. If your travel dates are flexible, try to avoid weekends and peak seasons – when you are more likely to grab the lowest prices. Even last minute, there are some impressive deals. The cheapest time to fly to Washington is normally in January.

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Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from Ottawa Intl. Airport to DCA?
Within the past 7 days on Expedia, for flights departing within the next year, the lowest price advertised for a round-trip journey from Macdonald-Cartier Intl. Airport (YOW) to DCA was AU$450. Fares this good don’t last forever, so make sure you book yours today. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from Ottawa Intl. Airport to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)?
Most flights can be conveniently cancelled online, but whether you incur a fee all comes down to your airline. If you do have to cancel your holiday, follow the instructions in the Customer Service Portal.
How do I find cheap flights from YOW to National Airport that have flexible change policies?
Many airlines offer the option to reschedule your flight without a change fee. All you pay is the difference between the original flight and the new flight. When you’re searching for Ottawa Intl. Airport to National Airport flights, you’ll see a “no change fees” filter for you to select.
How far is the flight from Ottawa Intl. Airport to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)?
The distance from Ottawa Intl. Airport (YOW) to DCA (DCA) is only 730 kilometres. You’ll be walking down the air bridge and collecting your suitcase from the carousel before you know it.
Which airlines fly direct from Ottawa International Airport to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)?
Air Canada (AC) will fly you from Macdonald-Cartier Intl. Airport (YOW) to National Airport comfortably and reliably. You can choose from 30 flights each month on this route.
Are Ottawa Intl. Airport to DCA flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Booking last minute from Ottawa Intl. Airport to National Airport can be hit-or-miss. You may be able to find a bargain, but you could also miss out entirely! If you’d prefer to start planning ahead of time, Expedia compares flight deals up to a year in advance. Just keep in mind that not all airlines list their prices that far in advance. Our top tip? Check back often as prices are updated regularly.
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