Vancouver to Dulles (YVR–IAD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Vancouver to Dulles
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
+3h ahead 69 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between YVR and IAD, connecting options are available through 69 hubs.

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for YVR to IAD.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
69
Hubs
~5h
Fastest
~49h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
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Two-Stop Connections
2,953
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
YVR → IAD
61%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Departing
61%
Arriving
85%
Return
IAD → YVR
53%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Departing
53%
Arriving
78%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. YVR delays → IAD delays →

Other ways to reach Dulles from Vancouver

Nearby airports with service to Washington Dulles International Airport.
Metric YVR→IAD YXX→IAD
Distance from YVR 39 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 1
Weekly flights 0 1
Departure OTP 61%
Airports within 200 miles of YVR with service to Washington Dulles International Airport.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+3h
Dulles is 3 hours ahead of Vancouver.
YVR: PDT · IAD: EDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Vancouver, it's 9:00 PM in Dulles.
Visa & Entry

Canadian citizens do not need a visa or ESTA to enter the United States for tourism or business stays up to 6 months. A valid Canadian passport is required for air travel. Land and sea crossings also accept a NEXUS card, enhanced driver's license, or FAST card. At the border, officers determine the length of stay and may ask for proof of ties to Canada and a return plan.

Getting to YVR

The Canada Line SkyTrain connects Waterfront Station in downtown Vancouver to the airport in 26 minutes for CAD $4.45 (Compass card, add-fare zone from zone 2). Trains run every 6–8 minutes from 05:00 to 01:00.Taxis to the airport from downtown cost CAD $35–45; Uber and Lyft operate from a designated ride-share zone at the Domestic and International terminals. Driving via Highway 99 South takes 20–35 minutes in normal traffic; budget more during evening rush on the Oak Street Bridge approach.

Getting from IAD

Silver Line Metro runs from Washington Dulles Airport station to Metro Center in about 65 minutes (~$7). The route bypasses I-66 and I-495 congestion entirely. Washington Flyer coach also runs to Wiehle-Reston East station ($6, 15 min) for Metro connection.Taxis and ride-shares to downtown DC cost $55–80 and take 35–55 minutes depending on traffic. Car rental facilities are on-site. Dulles is 27 miles west of the Capitol; it is farther than either DCA or BWI from central DC.

Dulles Climate

Humid continental climate. Summers are hot and muggy (30–36°C) with frequent afternoon thunderstorms that cause delays June through August. Winters bring cold temperatures (−3 to 5°C) with snow and ice. The Virginia suburbs accumulate more snow than downtown DC, and ice storms are the primary disruption risk.

Dulles sits at higher elevation in Virginia's piedmont and sees more winter precipitation than DCA. Spring and fall are variable. Snowfall is possible into April. Thunderstorms begin from April through May.

YVR–IAD Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Vancouver to Dulles route.
Route details
Time difference+3 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connections69 hubs
Origin: YVR
IATA / ICAOYVR / CYVR
TimezoneAmerica/Vancouver
Passengers/yr26.5M
Elevation14 ft / 4 m
Destination: IAD
IATA / ICAOIAD / KIAD
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr26.0M
Elevation312 ft / 95 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about YVR to IAD flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through YXC, YXX, BZN, MDW, APA, ICT, DSM, GSP, PIT, TEB, SWF, YWG, SDF, YYC, BOI, YLW, CVG, SCF, SJC, GPT, OAK, BOS, ORL, PBI, VNY, HOU, SNA, YYT, PSP, FLL, GDL, JFK, SLC, LAX, MEX, LAS, SFO, LIS, EWR, YYZ, PDX, MSP, AMS, ATL, SEA, VIE, DEN, LHR, IAH, YUL, ORD, MUC, FRA, SAN, PHX, YOW, KEF, DFW, MCO, SMF, HNL, MIA, CDG, CUN, BFI, IST, ICN, HND and PEK. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Dulles is 3 hours ahead of Vancouver.
Yes, return flights from IAD to YVR are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include YXX. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

69 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via YXC. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Abbotsford (YXX).