Flying from Washington DC to Edmonton International Airport (YEG): What you need to know
Edmonton International Airport is located in Edmonton. The city runs on the UTC-7 timezone and 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 flight from Washington DC to YEG.
With more travellers during busy months like April, be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will allow extra time for delays. Remember things also get busy during major holidays like Fourth of July.
Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)
We make it a breeze to book cheap flights from Washington DC to YEG with a stopover. To explore the options leaving from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between DCA and YEG include:
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Nashville International Airport (BNA)
Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
The journey from central Washington DC to DCA takes about 25 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a taxi, you'll cover the 6 kilometres in 10 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a relaxed start to your trip? Stay near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Washington DC to Edmonton International Airport or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Of all flights departing from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, 76% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
You'll find DCA at 1 Aviation Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Check a new destination off your list or just take a moment to reset with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Washington DC to Edmonton International Airport, check out these options when departing from Washington Dulles International Airport:
Denver International Airport (DEN)
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Washington DC to IAD in around 1 hour 10 minutes. The airport is roughly 40 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 45 minutes.
Start your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before your Washington DC to YEG flight, unwind in one of these hotels close to Washington Dulles International Airport:
When it comes to keeping flights punctual, Washington Dulles International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 74%.
The street address for IAD is 1 Saarinen Circle.
Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI)
Choosing a plane ticket from Washington DC to Edmonton International Airport (YEG) with a stop or two can give you a bigger choice of departure times and access to cheaper fares. When flying from Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI), here are a few places you can detour to on the way to YEG:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)
Denver International Airport (DEN)
Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport (MSP)
BWI is roughly 48 kilometres from central Washington DC. The drive from the city centre to the terminal takes about 40 minutes. If you're thinking about taking public transport, expect a journey of around 50 minutes.
Make catching an early Washington DC to Edmonton International Airport flight the easiest part of your trip. Book a room at one of these hotels close to Baltimore Washington International Airport and get to your boarding gate without rushing:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that monitors how often flights touch down without delays. At BWI, that rate is 77%.
About Edmonton International Airport (YEG)
Consider booking a hotel close to YEG if you're catching a late flight from Washington DC to Edmonton International Airport. Check in to one of these options and end the night sooner:
Travel at your own speed with a Edmonton International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Thrifty, Alamo or Hertz and discover more of Edmonton and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride around one week before your Washington DC to Edmonton International Airport flight.
Getting from Edmonton International Airport (YEG) to central Edmonton
Central Edmonton is around 26 kilometres from Edmonton International Airport and takes about 30 minutes to reach by car. Look into how to get from the airport to the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
It'll take around 1 hour if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Edmonton International Airport (YEG)
₹ 16,979 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Edmonton International Airport. Return flights start from ₹ 38,606. These prices may change based on demand and availability.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Washington DC to YEG if you book in advance. Airlines often have some amazing early bird deals.
Cheap Washington DC to Edmonton International Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across every month and then pick the cheapest day.
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Find a cheap flight from Washington DC to Edmonton International Airport by using filters. Choose your ideal times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Washington DC to Edmonton International Airport (YEG)
July is the busiest month for flights from Washington DC to Edmonton International Airport (YEG). Plan your visit to Edmonton in November for a more laid-back experience.
The warmest month in Edmonton is July, with temperatures ranging between 10ºC and 25ºC. Lock in your Washington DC to YEG plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
February has temperatures of between -25ºC and 0ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Washington DC to Edmonton International Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Edmonton
Once you've booked your flight from Washington DC to Edmonton International Airport, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these options your base for exploring Edmonton:
Your visit to Edmonton won't be complete without checking out the sights. Big-name attractions you can't miss include Rogers Place, Citadel Theatre and Muttart Conservatory.
Explore more of Canada
Calgary is just one of the many cities in Canada waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Edmonton. Around 257 kilometres away to the south, well-known attractions include Stampede park, Calgary Stampede Trailblazer Centre and Calgary Tower.
Around 113 kilometres south of Edmonton, Red Deer is another favourite stop in Canada. No visit is complete without checking out Michener Gardens, Discovery Canyon and Waskasoo Creek Trail.
