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YOWDCASat, 03 Oct
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Lowest fareC$281Air Canada
Fastest3h 54mgate to gate
Options found119flights on this route
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United Airlines
UA-2050
06:25
2026-10-03
Ottawa (YOW)Ottawa International
7H :58 M
1 Stop
ORD
· 3h 31m Chicago (ORD), United States
14:23
2026-10-03
WASHINGTON DC (DCA)Ronald Reagan National
Non Refundable 9 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 0 PiecesCabin: 0 Pieces
Type
Non Refundable
Fare Type
Publish
0 Pieces 0 Pieces
C$379
Flight DetailsYOW to DCA - 7H :58 M
Baggage InfoCheck-in 0 Pieces - Cabin 0 Pieces
Fare RulesNon-refundable fare. Final rules are verified before booking.
United Airlines
UA-2050
06:25
2026-10-03
Ottawa (YOW)Ottawa International
10H :38 M
1 Stop
ORD
· 6h 11m Chicago (ORD), United States
17:03
2026-10-03
WASHINGTON DC (DCA)Ronald Reagan National
Non Refundable 9 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 0 PiecesCabin: 0 Pieces
Type
Non Refundable
Fare Type
Publish
0 Pieces 0 Pieces
C$379
Flight DetailsYOW to DCA - 10H :38 M
Baggage InfoCheck-in 0 Pieces - Cabin 0 Pieces
Fare RulesNon-refundable fare. Final rules are verified before booking.
United Airlines
UA-2050
06:25
2026-10-03
Ottawa (YOW)Ottawa International
12H :08 M
1 Stop
ORD
· 7h 41m Chicago (ORD), United States
18:33
2026-10-03
WASHINGTON DC (DCA)Ronald Reagan National
Non Refundable 9 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 0 PiecesCabin: 0 Pieces
Type
Non Refundable
Fare Type
Publish
0 Pieces 0 Pieces
C$379
Flight DetailsYOW to DCA - 12H :08 M
Baggage InfoCheck-in 0 Pieces - Cabin 0 Pieces
Fare RulesNon-refundable fare. Final rules are verified before booking.
United Airlines
UA-2050
06:25
2026-10-03
Ottawa (YOW)Ottawa International
13H :43 M
1 Stop
ORD
· 9h 15m Chicago (ORD), United States
20:08
2026-10-03
WASHINGTON DC (DCA)Ronald Reagan National
Non Refundable 9 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 0 PiecesCabin: 0 Pieces
Type
Non Refundable
Fare Type
Publish
0 Pieces 0 Pieces
C$379
Flight DetailsYOW to DCA - 13H :43 M
Baggage InfoCheck-in 0 Pieces - Cabin 0 Pieces
Fare RulesNon-refundable fare. Final rules are verified before booking.
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Today's Airfare Highlights
Selected flight highlights for 03 Oct 2026.
Lowest fareC$281Air Canada06:00
Earliest departureC$322Air Canada05:10
Shortest durationC$379United Airlines06:05
Night
00:00-05:59
C$322Air Canada at 05:10Morning
06:00-11:59
C$281Air Canada at 06:00Afternoon
12:00-17:59
C$281Air Canada at 17:50Evening
18:00-23:59
C$322Air Canada at 20:05
Departure & Arrival Airport Details
Ottawa (YOW)
Ottawa International
Canada
GMT -5
Latitude: 45.3224983215332
Longitude: -75.66919708251953
Washington Dc (DCA)
Ronald Reagan National
United States
GMT -5
Latitude: 38.8521
Longitude: -77.037697
Distance: Ottawa (YOW), Canada to Washington Dc (DCA), United States - 728.25 km
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Busiest periods: Summer travel (15 Jun – 31 Aug), Holiday season (18 Dec – 02 Jan).
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How to travel Ottawa to Washington Dc
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OptionFromJourney timeAvailability
Connecting flight₹19,394Longer — includes a stop119 options
Air distance is about 728 km. 5 airlines operate this route.
Road distance and coach duration are approximate estimates from the air distance, not a timetable.
Airlines flying from Ottawa to Washington Dc
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AI
Air Canada Flights
from C$28168 flights
Fares from
C$281
Non-stop
None in these results
Departures
68 — compare timings in the list above
UN
United Airlines Flights
from C$37938 flights
Fares from
C$379
Non-stop
None in these results
Departures
38 — compare timings in the list above
AC
ACCESRAIL Flights
from C$1,4288 flights
Fares from
C$1,428
Non-stop
None in these results
Departures
8 — compare timings in the list above
PO
Porter Airlines Flights
from C$5513 flights
Fares from
C$551
Non-stop
None in these results
Departures
3 — compare timings in the list above
Route Overview & Flight Facts
Fastest flight duration
3h 54m · United Airlines
First departure of the day
05:10 · Air Canada
Last departure of the day
22:05 · Air Canada
Options in this snapshot
119
Airport codes
Ottawa–YOW, Washington Dc–DCA
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Flight Schedule, Timings & Airfare Insights
Daily Flight Schedule & Travel Duration
Around 119 flights appear in the dated route snapshot. Departures run through the day — the first flight leaves around 05:10 and the last around 22:05. The fastest flight takes about 3h 54m.
Morning vs Evening Departure Fares
Lowest fare by departure window: Morning from C$281, Afternoon from C$281, Night from C$322, Evening from C$322. These observations do not predict the cheapest departure window on other dates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is it worth booking Ottawa to Washington Dc flights in advance?
There is no guaranteed cheapest booking window. Compare your planned dates early, check nearby dates and consider baggage, connection time and change conditions as well as price. Across the dates currently loaded for Ottawa to Washington Dc, Saturday shows the lowest fare at C$281. That is an observed snapshot for these dates, not a rule that holds every week.
How far is Ottawa from Washington Dc by air?
The direct air distance between Ottawa (YOW) and Washington Dc (DCA) is about 728 km. Actual flight time varies with the routing the airline files and with winds on the day.
Are there non-stop flights from YOW to DCA?
Not for the dates currently loaded - every Ottawa to Washington Dc option showing right now has at least one stop. Non-stop service can differ by season and by day, so it is worth checking nearby dates before you decide.
Which airlines fly Ottawa to Washington Dc?
Air Canada, United Airlines, ACCESRAIL and Porter Airlines are showing on this route for the dates currently loaded. Fares, baggage allowance and refund rules differ by airline and by fare type, so compare the fare conditions and not only the headline price.
How long is the flight from Ottawa to Washington Dc?
Every option currently loaded has at least one stop, and the shortest total journey time is about 3h 54m including the layover. Non-stop service on this route can vary by season and by day.
What is the cheapest Ottawa to Washington Dc flight fare?
The lowest fare showing on Ottawa to Washington Dc for the dates currently loaded is C$281. Fares on the same dates run up to C$1,431, depending on airline, timing and fare type. Airline pricing moves continuously, so treat this as a dated observation rather than a fixed price.
What time do Ottawa to Washington Dc flights depart?
For the dates currently loaded the first departure is around 05:10 and the last is around 22:05, local time at Ottawa. Use the departure-time filter on the results above to narrow to a morning, afternoon or evening slot.
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Approx route distance: 728.25 km.
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Lowest Ottawa to Washington Dc airfare today, in 30 days and in 90 days
Cheapest Fare
Fare
Date
Airline
Departure
Lowest Airfare Today
C$281
03/10/2026
Air Canada
06:00
Cheapest Airfare Within 30 Days
C$276
12/10/2026
Air Canada
06:00
Cheapest Airfare Within 90 Days
C$267
11/12/2026
Air Canada
06:00
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Ottawa to Washington Dc Flight Distance, Duration and Time
The aerial distance between Ottawa and Washington Dc is approximately 728 KM. The flight duration ranges from 3H :54 M up to 26H :10 M depending on whether you book a non-stop flight or a connecting schedule with layovers.
Ottawa to Washington Dc Flight Schedule and Timing
Around 119 flights operate on this route, providing plenty of choices for your travel window. The earliest morning flight departs from Ottawa at 05:10, while the last night flight leaves at 22:05. Flights depart from Ottawa International and land at Ronald Reagan National.
Flight Route Details & Analysis
Flight Details
Information
Route
Ottawa to Washington Dc
Aerial Distance
728 KM
Flight Duration
3H :54 M - 26H :10 M
Airport Codes
Ottawa - YOW, Washington Dc - DCA
Total Flights Available
119 flights (0 direct)
First Flight Departure
Departs at 05:10
Last Flight Departure
Departs at 22:05
Early Morning Flights (12 AM - 8 AM)
35 direct/indirect flights
Morning Flights (8 AM - 12 PM)
29 direct/indirect flights
Afternoon Flights (12 PM - 4 PM)
27 direct/indirect flights
Evening Flights (4 PM - 8 PM)
21 direct/indirect flights
Night Flights (8 PM - 12 AM)
7 direct/indirect flights
Airport Information & Terminals
YOW: Ottawa airport. Ottawa airport transfer should be matched to the exact hotel, suburb or meeting area. Rail can work well for light luggage, but late arrivals, winter weather and family baggage often make a direct cab or booked transfer easier.
DCA: Washington DC airport. Washington DC airport transfer should be matched to the exact hotel, suburb or meeting area. Rail can work well for light luggage, but late arrivals, winter weather and family baggage often make a direct cab or booked transfer easier.
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