$241 Cheap Flights from Nanaimo (YCD) to Washington (DCA)

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Popular airlines from Nanaimo, BC (YCD) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)

Cheap Flights from Nanaimo to Washington (YCD-DCA)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $241 for one-way flights and $441 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Air Canada
Sun, Nov 23 - Thu, Dec 4
YCD
Nanaimo
DCA
Washington
$441 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$441
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Air Canada flight, departing Sun, Nov 23 from Nanaimo to Washington, returning Thu, Dec 4, priced at $441 found 4 days ago
Air Canada
Sun, Nov 23 - Tue, Dec 2
YCD
Nanaimo
DCA
Washington
$451 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$451
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Air Canada flight, departing Sun, Nov 23 from Nanaimo to Washington, returning Tue, Dec 2, priced at $451 found 4 days ago
Air Canada
Sun, Nov 23 - Wed, Dec 3
YCD
Nanaimo
DCA
Washington
$462 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$462
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Air Canada flight, departing Sun, Nov 23 from Nanaimo to Washington, returning Wed, Dec 3, priced at $462 found 4 days ago
Air Canada
Sun, Nov 23 - Tue, Dec 2
YCD
Nanaimo
DCA
Washington
$472 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$472
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Air Canada flight, departing Sun, Nov 23 from Nanaimo to Washington, returning Tue, Dec 2, priced at $472 found 4 days ago
Air Canada
Wed, Nov 19 - Thu, Dec 4
YCD
Nanaimo
DCA
Washington
$489 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$489
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Air Canada flight, departing Wed, Nov 19 from Nanaimo to Washington, returning Thu, Dec 4, priced at $489 found 4 days ago
Air Canada
Tue, Nov 18 - Thu, Dec 4
YCD
Nanaimo
DCA
Washington
$496 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$496
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Air Canada flight, departing Tue, Nov 18 from Nanaimo to Washington, returning Thu, Dec 4, priced at $496 found 4 days ago
Air Canada
Wed, Nov 19 - Tue, Dec 2
YCD
Nanaimo
DCA
Washington
$500 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$500
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Air Canada flight, departing Wed, Nov 19 from Nanaimo to Washington, returning Tue, Dec 2, priced at $500 found 4 days ago
Air Canada
Tue, Nov 18 - Tue, Dec 2
YCD
Nanaimo
DCA
Washington
$506 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$506
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Air Canada flight, departing Tue, Nov 18 from Nanaimo to Washington, returning Tue, Dec 2, priced at $506 found 4 days ago
Air Canada
Wed, Nov 19 - Wed, Dec 3
YCD
Nanaimo
DCA
Washington
$511 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$511
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Air Canada flight, departing Wed, Nov 19 from Nanaimo to Washington, returning Wed, Dec 3, priced at $511 found 4 days ago
WestJet
Fri, Nov 21 - Tue, Dec 2
YCD
Nanaimo
DCA
Washington
$649 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$649
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select WestJet flight, departing Fri, Nov 21 from Nanaimo to Washington, returning Tue, Dec 2, priced at $649 found 4 days ago

Alternative airports near Washington

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to Baltimore Washington Intl. Thurgood Marshall BWI. Average driving time to city center is 40 minutes. Flights from $692
BWI
Baltimore Washington Intl. Thurgood Marshall
Average driving time to city center40 min
Flights from $692
Select flight to Washington Dulles Intl. IAD. Average driving time to city center is 36 minutes. Flights from $568
IAD
Washington Dulles Intl.
Average driving time to city center36 min
Flights from $568

Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from YCD to DCA?
If you're traveling from Nanaimo Airport (YCD) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), round-trip journeys start from $441. This figure is based on airfares listed within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year, so don't let a good deal pass you by. Book today and save yourself both money and time. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from Vancouver Island Airport to National Airport?
This differs from airline to airline, as each one has its own terms and conditions. Head to the Customer Service Portal, where there are simple instructions on how to cancel online.
How do I find cheap flights from YCD to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) that have flexible change policies?
Many airlines offer the option to reschedule your flight without a change fee. All you pay is the difference between the original flight and the new flight. When you're searching for Nanaimo Airport (YCD) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) flights, you'll see a "no change fees" filter for you to select.
How far is the flight from Nanaimo Airport (YCD) to DCA?
It's around 2424 mi from Cassidy to Arlington, so expect to be strapped into your seat for a while. Keep yourself entertained with things like crossword puzzles or a good old-fashioned book.
Which airlines fly direct from YCD to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)?
Flying directly between Nanaimo Airport (YCD) and DCA isn't possible at the moment. However, you'll still be able to find a flight to Arlington with at least one stop.
Are Nanaimo Airport (YCD) to National Airport flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Last-minute planners can occasionally nab a bargain, with some of the cheapest fares from YCD to DCA cropping up a few weeks before the date of departure. If you'd rather plan ahead of time, Expedia compares and updates all the best flight deals continually — as early as a year in advance in some cases. It depends on the carrier though, as not every airline advertises prices so far in advance.

Travel information

Origin airport
Nanaimo
Destination airport
Ronald Reagan Washington National
Roundtrip price
$440
Distance
2391 mi

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Nanaimo to Washington Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Nanaimo to Washington

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Nanaimo to Washington are during the month of November. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Nanaimo to Washington with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Nanaimo to Washington

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Nanaimo to Washington: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Nanaimo to Washington

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Nanaimo to Washington in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $241 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Nanaimo to Washington flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Nanaimo to Washington Flights
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