Banff

$79+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Banff, Canada

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WAS — YYC
May 6 — May 131
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Cheap flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Banff

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Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$194
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$79
(oojo)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$377
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From Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Banff
One-way flight from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Banff
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($39 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($18 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in May 2025

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Cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Banff
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Washington, D.C. to Banff. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 1, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/296:45 pmIAD - YYC
Nonstop4h 52mWestJet
Fri 9/511:30 amYYC - IAD
Nonstop4h 20mWestJet
Deal found 4/29$194
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/34:35 pmDCA - YYC
1 stop8h 31mAir Canada
Mon 6/912:55 amYYC - DCA
1 stop7h 24mAir Canada
Deal found 4/30$228
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/23:35 pmIAD - YYC
1 stop9h 18mAir Canada
Mon 6/912:55 amYYC - IAD
1 stop8h 19mAir Canada
Deal found 4/30$232
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/212:35 pmDCA - YYC
1 stop10h 54mAmerican Airlines
Tue 8/266:29 amYYC - DCA
1 stop9h 58mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$242
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/46:32 amIAD - YYC
1 stop17h 54mUnited Airlines
Tue 7/87:30 pmYYC - IAD
1 stop13h 57mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/30$242
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/232:00 pmDCA - YYC
1 stop10h 53mUnited Airlines
Tue 7/297:30 pmYYC - DCA
2 stops11h 52mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/30$252
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/45:02 amIAD - YYC
2 stops18h 48mAmerican Airlines
Wed 6/116:45 amYYC - IAD
1 stop8h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/1$252
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/612:00 pmDCA - YYC
1 stop12h 53mMultiple Airlines
Mon 8/111:05 amYYC - DCA
1 stop7h 13mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$254
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Sun 6/16:35 amIAD - YYC
1 stop13h 46mMultiple Airlines
Fri 6/612:55 amYYC - IAD
1 stop8h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/1$254
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Sat 9/205:45 amBWI - YYC
1 stop16h 15mMultiple Airlines
Wed 9/247:00 amYYC - BWI
2 stops10h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/1$281
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/35:15 pmDCA - YYC
1 stop7h 46mDelta
Sat 6/76:30 amYYC - DCA
1 stop9h 37mDelta
Deal found 4/29$315
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Wed 8/2012:00 pmIAD - YYC
1 stop10h 45mDelta
Tue 8/266:35 amYYC - IAD
1 stop9h 23mDelta
Deal found 4/30$315

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Washington, D.C. to Banff that are best for you.

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Washington, D.C.Calgary

IAD - YYC

IADYYC

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 8/29

6:45 pm-9:37 pm

Nonstop4h 52m

Calgary

Fri 9/5

11:30 am-5:50 pm

Nonstop4h 20m

$194

Washington, D.C.Calgary

DCA - YYC

DCAYYC

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 6/3

4:35 pm-11:06 pm

1 stop8h 31m

Calgary

Tue 6/10

12:55 am-10:19 am

1 stop7h 24m

$228

Washington, D.C.Calgary

IAD - YYC

IADYYC

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 6/2

3:35 pm-10:53 pm

1 stop9h 18m

Calgary

Mon 6/9

12:55 am-11:14 am

1 stop8h 19m

$232

Washington, D.C.Calgary

DCA - YYC

DCAYYC

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 8/21

2:35 pm-11:29 pm

1 stop10h 54m

Calgary

Tue 8/26

6:29 am-6:27 pm

1 stop9h 58m

$242

Washington, D.C.Calgary

IAD - YYC

IADYYC

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 7/4

6:32 am-10:26 pm

1 stop17h 54m

Calgary

Tue 7/8

7:30 pm-11:27 am

1 stop13h 57m

$242

Washington, D.C.Calgary

DCA - YYC

DCAYYC

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 7/23

2:00 pm-10:53 pm

1 stop10h 53m

Calgary

Tue 7/29

7:30 pm-9:22 am

2 stops11h 52m

$252

Washington, D.C.Calgary

IAD - YYC

IADYYC

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 6/4

5:02 am-9:50 pm

2 stops18h 48m

Calgary

Wed 6/11

6:45 am-5:35 pm

1 stop8h 50m

$252

Washington, D.C.Calgary

DCA - YYC

DCAYYC

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 8/6

12:00 pm-10:53 pm

1 stop12h 53m

Calgary

Mon 8/11

1:05 am-10:18 am

1 stop7h 13m

$254

Washington, D.C.Calgary

IAD - YYC

IADYYC

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 6/1

6:35 am-6:21 pm

1 stop13h 46m

Calgary

Fri 6/6

12:55 am-11:14 am

1 stop8h 19m

$254

BaltimoreCalgary

BWI - YYC

BWIYYC

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 9/20

5:45 am-8:00 pm

1 stop16h 15m

Calgary

Wed 9/24

7:00 am-7:25 pm

2 stops10h 25m

$281

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Banff?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. to Banff. Price data was last updated on April 25, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Washington, D.C. to Banff, you should look to book at least 2 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Banff?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Banff (average of $300). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Banff in February is currently the most expensive (average of $404). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from WAS to B4N?

Find hourly flight availability from Washington, D.C. to Banff. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated May 1, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Washington, D.C. to Banff as you normally would.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Washington, D.C. to Banff?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. to Banff. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Washington, D.C. to Banff flight should consider departing on Monday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Banff by month

Plan your trip to Banff by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Banff ranges from 0.4 - 3.7 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.7 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Banff when rainfall is around 0.4 in.

Temperature in Banff by month

Plan your trip to Banff by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Banff, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 19.4 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Banff

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Banff. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Banff. Reviews last updated May 1, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, Porter Airlines and Delta from Washington, D.C. to Banff. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

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  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Washington, D.C. to Banff one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Washington, D.C. to Banff are WestJet ($79), Air Canada ($95), and American Airlines ($95).

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    The cheapest flight price from Washington, D.C. to Banff is $64. On average you can expect to pay $968. The most popular route, (Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Calgary), can usually be booked for $207.

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Banff?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Banff (average of $300). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Banff in February is currently the most expensive (average of $404). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 5 airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Banff

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Washington, D.C. to Banff. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated May 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$140Average$445FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
WestJetCheapest$148Average$464FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
Air CanadaCheapest$148Average$467FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
United AirlinesCheapest$164Average$533FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$286Average$439FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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