Travelling from Washington DC to Edmonton International Airport (YEG): What you need to know
When looking for your flight from Washington DC to Edmonton International Airport (YEG), there's a good range of airports you can start your trip from. Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA), Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) and Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) are Washington DC's main terminals.
The timezone in Edmonton is UTC-6, which is two hours behind Washington DC. Edmonton International Airport is located in Edmonton.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Washington DC to YEG. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to skip the mad dash to your gate.
Travelling during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. Give yourself extra leeway and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and perhaps even visit a new city. When browsing cheap flights from Washington DC to YEG departing from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to get ideas for where to visit along the way. Some popular options include:
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Nashville International Airport (BNA)
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Located around 8 kilometres from the centre of Washington DC, DCA can be reached in about 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
In search of a convenient hotel near Ronald Reagan National Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Washington DC to Edmonton International Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
76.44% of flights taking off from Ronald Reagan National Airport land at their destination on schedule.
DCA is located at 1 Aviation Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Maximise your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Washington DC to Edmonton International Airport. Check out these connections between Washington Dulles International Airport and YEG:
Denver International Airport (DEN)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
IAD is about 56 kilometres from central Washington DC. It takes 50 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 10 minutes.
Kick off your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before your Washington DC to YEG flight, kick back in one of these hotels close to Washington Dulles International Airport:
Washington Dulles International Airport has an on-time performance of 74.39%. This figure reflects how often flights departing from this airport land on schedule.
You'll find IAD at 1 Saarinen Circle.
Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)
Searching for a plane ticket from Washington DC to Edmonton International Airport (YEG) with a stop or two can give you more choice of departure times and access to cheaper fares. When leaving from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI), here's where you can make a pit stop at on the way to YEG:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Denver International Airport (DEN)
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
BWI is around 48 kilometres from central Washington DC. Driving from the city centre to the airport takes about 50 minutes. If you're considering public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Rest a little longer, move a little slower, and still make your Washington DC to Edmonton International Airport flight without having to rush. These accommodation options near Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport make departure day a breeze if you're setting off early:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that tracks how often flights land as expected. At BWI, that figure is 77.13%.
About Edmonton International Airport (YEG)
Have a late flight from Washington DC to Edmonton International Airport? Don't let your travel day stretch into tomorrow. Check in to one of these hotels near YEG and hit the pillow fast:
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For the best deal, reserve your vehicle around one week ahead of your Washington DC to Edmonton International Airport flight.
Getting from Edmonton International Airport (YEG) to central Edmonton
Edmonton International Airport to the centre of Edmonton is about 27 kilometres. If you're getting a cab or renting a car, do some research to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times can vary depending on traffic conditions and the time of day.
Travelling by public transport typically takes 1 hour 10 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Edmonton International Airport (YEG)
R 1,513 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Edmonton International Airport. Return flights start from R 4,382. These prices may change based on demand and availability.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Washington DC to YEG. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
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The best time to fly from Washington DC to Edmonton International Airport (YEG)
May is the quietest month for flights from Washington DC to Edmonton International Airport (YEG), while July is the most popular. Find the ideal time to visit Edmonton based on whether you like a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in a Washington DC to YEG plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Edmonton to range from 10ºC (50ºF) to 25ºC (77ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Washington DC to Edmonton International Airport in February when temperatures are between -25ºC (-13ºF) and 0ºC (32ºF).
More about Edmonton
Once you've booked your flight from Washington DC to Edmonton International Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Edmonton:
Rogers Place and Citadel Theatre are just a couple of the top attractions to add to your Edmonton must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Muttart Conservatory.
Explore more of Canada
You've seen Edmonton, now it's time to explore other parts of Canada. Travel about 257 kilometres south to Calgary to tick off its top sights. From Stampede park to Calgary Stampede Trailblazer Centre and Calgary Tower, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 113 kilometres south of Edmonton, Red Deer is another favourite stop in Canada. Experience major highlights starting with Michener Gardens, Discovery Canyon and Waskasoo Creek Trail.
