Cheap Flights from Washington Dulles to Calgary

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Washington Dulles to Calgary? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Washington Dulles to Calgary

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Washington Dulles to Calgary flights are currently cheapest in July.

Direct flights from Washington Dulles to Calgary

Washington Dulles to Calgary: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Washington Dulles to Calgary below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Calgary.

Washington D.C. to Calgary: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 1,401
Cheapest month to flyJuly
Average flight time4 hrs, 52 mins
Most popular airlineAir Canada
Average flights per week14

Finding cheap flights from Washington Dulles to Calgary: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Washington Dulles to Calgary is R 3,950. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
4 hours and 52 minutes is the average flight time from Washington Dulles to Calgary.
Air Canada, United and Delta fly direct from Washington Dulles to Calgary.
As of May 2025, there are 14 flights per week flying from Washington Dulles to Calgary.
The cheapest month to fly from Washington Dulles to Calgary is usually May 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Washington Dulles Airport to Calgary Airport on Friday, 10 October 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 52 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Calgary but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Calgary is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, WestJet offers the cheapest flight tickets to Calgary.

Travelling from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Calgary International Airport (YYC): what you need to know

  • Around 4 hours 50 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Calgary International Airport.

  • The timezone in Calgary is UTC-6, which is two hours behind Washington DC.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Get to the airport on time to board your IAD to YYC flight.

  • During popular months such as April, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.

  • Travelling to Calgary (and then discovering more of Canada!) is a breeze with United Airlines. This popular carrier has direct flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Calgary International Airport.

  • Most passengers choose to fly with United Airlines on this route.

  • We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Washington Dulles International Airport to Calgary International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between IAD and YYC include:

    • Pearson International Airport

    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport

    • O'Hare International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Calgary International Airport (YYC)

  • Currently, R 1,401 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Washington Dulles International Airport to Calgary International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 3,950. Remember that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • Get cheap tickets from IAD to YYC by booking eight months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Calgary International Airport is July. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.

  • Landing cheap flights from IAD to YYC is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when fares go down.

  • Tailor your flights with filters. Select your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Calgary International Airport.

Handy information about Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

  • IAD is located at 1 Saarinen Circle.

  • 74.39% of flights taking off from Washington Dulles International Airport reach their destination on schedule.

  • Washington Dulles International Airport is around 56 kilometres from central Washington DC. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

  • You can expect a trip time of around 3 hours 25 minutes when using public transport.

  • Have an early flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Calgary International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays near IAD:

Arriving at Calgary International Airport (YYC)

Getting from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to central Calgary

  • You'll find YYC at 2000 Airport Road Northeast.

  • Calgary International Airport to the centre of Calgary has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 16 kilometres away.

  • If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour.

When to fly to Calgary International Airport (YYC)

  • It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Calgary International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Calgary. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in February.

  • When reserving your flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Calgary International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Calgary, with the temperature ranging from 8ºC (46ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).

  • December sees average temperatures of between -18ºC (0ºF) and 0ºC (32ºF). Search for cheap tickets from IAD to YYC sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

Explore more of Canada

  • Calgary has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Canada just waiting to be discovered. Around 274 kilometres north of Calgary, a trip to Edmonton will keep you busy. Start with leading attractions like Royal Alberta Museum, Fort Edmonton Park and Alberta Legislature Building.

  • Kelowna is another sought-after destination in Canada and is around 402 kilometres west of Calgary. No journey is complete without visiting Kasugai Japanese Garden, Waterfront Park and BC Wine Museum & VQA Wine Shop.

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