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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Ottawa to Washington Ronald Reagan Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from £223. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Washington D.C..£132 per passenger.Departing Wed, 1 Jul.One-way flight with Air Canada.Outbound direct flight with Air Canada departs from Ottawa International on Wed, 1 Jul, arriving in Washington Ronald Reagan.Price includes taxes and charges.From £132, select.
Washington D.C..£132 per passenger.Departing Wed, 24 Jun.One-way flight with Air Canada.Outbound direct flight with Air Canada departs from Ottawa International on Wed, 24 Jun, arriving in Washington Ronald Reagan.Price includes taxes and charges.From £132, select.
Washington D.C..£143 per passenger.Departing Thu, 8 Oct.One-way flight with Air Canada.Outbound direct flight with Air Canada departs from Ottawa International on Thu, 8 Oct, arriving in Washington Ronald Reagan.Price includes taxes and charges.From £143, select.
Washington D.C..£143 per passenger.Departing Thu, 10 Sep.One-way flight with Air Canada.Outbound direct flight with Air Canada departs from Ottawa International on Thu, 10 Sep, arriving in Washington Ronald Reagan.Price includes taxes and charges.From £143, select.
Washington D.C..£147 per passenger.Departing Sun, 3 Jan.One-way flight with Air Canada.Outbound direct flight with Air Canada departs from Ottawa International on Sun, 3 Jan, arriving in Washington Ronald Reagan.Price includes taxes and charges.From £147, select.
Washington D.C..£147 per passenger.Departing Thu, 17 Dec.One-way flight with Air Canada.Outbound direct flight with Air Canada departs from Ottawa International on Thu, 17 Dec, arriving in Washington Ronald Reagan.Price includes taxes and charges.From £147, select.
Washington D.C..£148 per passenger.Departing Mon, 24 Aug.One-way flight with Air Canada.Outbound direct flight with Air Canada departs from Ottawa International on Mon, 24 Aug, arriving in Washington Ronald Reagan.Price includes taxes and charges.From £148, select.
Washington D.C..£157 per passenger.Departing Thu, 26 Nov.One-way flight with Air Canada.Outbound direct flight with Air Canada departs from Ottawa International on Thu, 26 Nov, arriving in Washington Ronald Reagan.Price includes taxes and charges.From £157, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Ottawa to Washington Ronald Reagan

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Ottawa to Washington Ronald Reagan flights are currently cheapest in June.
Jun
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Sep
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Direct flights from Ottawa to Washington Ronald Reagan

Ottawa to Washington Ronald Reagan: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Ottawa to Washington D.C. below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Washington Ronald Reagan.

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Ottawa to Washington D.C.: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found£132
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time1 hr, 39 mins
Most popular airlineJazz Air
Average flights per week92

Finding cheap flights from Ottawa to Washington Ronald Reagan: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Ottawa to Washington Ronald Reagan is £210. 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.
1 hour and 39 minutes is the average flight time from Ottawa to Washington Ronald Reagan.
Jazz Air, Air Canada and United fly direct from Ottawa to Washington Ronald Reagan.
As of June 2026, there are 23 flights per week flying from Ottawa to Washington Ronald Reagan.
The cheapest month to fly from Ottawa to Washington Ronald Reagan is usually August.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Ottawa to Washington Ronald Reagan Airport on Monday, 17 August 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 39 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 Washington Ronald Reagan 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 Washington D.C. is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
The cheapest airline that flies to Washington Ronald Reagan is Air Canada .

Travelling from Ottawa to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA): What you need to know

  • Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) is Ottawa's main airport. Explore your options for booking a flight from Ottawa to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) departing from here.

  • The average duration of a direct Ottawa to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport flight is 1 hour 40 minutes.

  • Washington DC (where Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport is located) and Ottawa share the UTC-5 timezone. You can plan your trip without factoring in timezone differences.

  • You can pick from 6 direct flights every week between Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) and Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA). This is the most popular route, with Air Canada offering a 10:25am departure from YOW to DCA.

  • For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your flight from Ottawa to DCA.

  • Show up at the airport even earlier during popular months like August. Aim for two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international journeys. After checking in, you can use any extra time to relax or grab something to eat.

Airports in Ottawa

Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)

  • Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) provides a hassle-free way to reach your destination. Nonstop flights from Ottawa to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) can be booked from this terminal.

  • Air Canada is a well-known airline that operates direct flights from Ottawa to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport leaving from YOW.

  • Most passengers prefer to book seats with Air Canada from YOW to DCA.

  • With 67.27% of its services landing on schedule, Air Canada is the highest-rated carrier for punctuality on this route.

  • Located around 14 kms (9 miles) from central Ottawa, YOW can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.

  • Want a hassle-free start to your trip? Stay near Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Ottawa to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels have you covered:

  • 58% of flights taking off from Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport reach their destination on schedule.

  • You'll find YOW at 50 Airport Road.

About Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)

Getting from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to central Washington DC

  • Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport is around 6 kms (4 miles) from central Washington DC. How long it takes to get to the centre by taxi or car hire will depend on the time of day. Do some research before your trip.

  • Travelling by public transport takes about 25 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)

  • £132 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Ottawa to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport. A return flight starts at £210. These fares can change depending on demand and availability.

  • To score cheap flights from Ottawa to DCA, book your plane ticket five months before your departure date.

  • The best month for picking up cheap Ottawa to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport tickets is October. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then select the dates that offer the biggest savings.

  • Be the first to know about deals for plane tickets from Ottawa to DCA by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.

  • Lock in a cheap flight from Ottawa to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport by using the search filters. Choose your ideal departure time, duration and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

The best time to fly from Ottawa to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)

  • Think about the pace you're looking for when planning the timing of your trip. September is the quietest month to visit Washington DC. April is when most people book flights from Ottawa to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), which may be perfect if you're chasing more action.

  • Lock in a Ottawa to DCA plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Washington DC to range from 19ºC to 33ºC.

  • January has temperatures of between -6ºC and 10ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Ottawa to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

More about Washington DC

Explore more of the United States

  • You've seen Washington DC, now it's time to explore other parts of the United States. Journey around 209 kms (130 miles) northeast to Philadelphia to check off its must-visit sights. From Independence Hall to Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art, there's plenty to keep you busy.

  • Virginia Beach is another essential stop in the United States and is around 241 kms (150 miles) southeast of Washington DC. No trip is complete without dropping by Virginia Beach Oceanfront, Virginia Beach Boardwalk and Resort Beach.

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