Flying from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport (DCA) to Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 35 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport to Toronto Pearson International Airport.
Washington DC and Toronto are in the UTC-5 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch on arrival.
Flights from DCA to YYZ start at 06:59 — the earliest with Air Canada. The latest departure is at 20:40 with Air Canada. Overall, you can choose from 42 weekly Washington Ronald Reagan Airport to Toronto Pearson International Airport flights.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your DCA to YYZ flight.
Travelling during a peak time such as August? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Flying into Toronto (and then seeing more of Canada!) is a breeze with Air Canada. This popular airline has direct flights from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport to Toronto Pearson International Airport.
Air Canada is the most frequently booked airline on this route.
American Airlines is the most punctual carrier that offers DCA to YYZ flights, with 65.0% of its services arriving as planned.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport to Toronto Pearson International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Check out these options between DCA and YYZ:
New York LaGuardia Airport
Philadelphia International Airport
Port Columbus Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport (DCA) to Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Washington Ronald Reagan Airport to Toronto Pearson International Airport flight is R 1,571. A round-trip ticket is currently R 3,965. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To pick up cheap tickets from DCA to YYZ, book as early as you can. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport to Toronto Pearson International Airport. If you prefer to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares across every month.
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Handy information about Washington Ronald Reagan Airport (DCA)
DCA is located at 1 Aviation Circle.
71% of flights taking off from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport reach their destination on time.
To get to Washington Ronald Reagan Airport from central Washington DC, it'll take about 10 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 6 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 25 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport to Toronto Pearson International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays close to DCA:
Arriving at Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Washington Ronald Reagan Airport to Toronto Pearson International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near YYZ instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Toronto Pearson International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Green Motion or Thrifty and chase adventure across Toronto and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Toronto Pearson International Airport around three weeks in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to central Toronto
Toronto Pearson International Airport to central Toronto has a drive time of about 30 minutes. It's approximately 27 kilometres away.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 25 minutes.
When to fly to Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
The quietest month for a flight from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport to Toronto Pearson International Airport is November, while August is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Toronto based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
When reserving your flight from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport to Toronto Pearson International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Toronto, with the temperature ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from DCA to YYZ in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -15ºC (5ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF) on average.
Explore more of Canada
Montreal is just one of the many cities in Canada waiting to be explored after you've seen Toronto. Around 499 kilometres away to the north-east, check out popular attractions including Cirque du Soleil - KURIOS, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.
If you're ready to explore another side of Canada, head for Ottawa, roughly 354 kilometres north-east of Toronto. Rideau Canal National Historic Site, Parliament Hill and Rideau Canal, Locks 1 - 8 - Ottawa are key reasons to visit.
