Washington (DCA) to Vancouver (YVR)

Flight Distance & Air Miles

✈️ 2,361

miles

3,799

kilometers

2,051

nautical miles

🕐 5 hours

Flight Time

🧭 NW (303°)

Direction

🌍 -3h

Time Difference

💳 Frequent Flyer Miles You'll Earn

Airline	Base Miles	Elite Bonus	Elite Total
🇺🇸 American Airlines AAdvantage	2,361	+1,417	3,778 Platinum
🔺 Delta Air Lines SkyMiles	2,361	+1,417	3,778 Gold Medallion
⭐ United Airlines MileagePlus	2,361	+1,181	3,542 Premier Gold
❤️ Southwest Airlines Rapid Rewards	2,361	+1,181	3,542 A-List Preferred
🏔️ Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan	2,361	+2,361	4,722 MVP Gold
🔵 JetBlue Airways TrueBlue	2,361	+1,181	3,542 Mosaic

* Elite bonus miles shown for mid-tier status. Actual miles earned depend on your fare class and elite status level.

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💡 Did You Know?

When you land in Vancouver, your watch will be 3 hours behind. Don't forget to adjust for jet lag!

✈️ Flight Details

The DCA to YVR route connects Washington, United States with Vancouver, Canada. This long-haul flight covers 2,361 miles and typically uses wide-body aircraft like Boeing 777 or Airbus A350.

This international flight crosses from United States to Canada. Remember to check passport and visa requirements. The flight follows a NW bearing of 303° from Washington. There is a 3 hour time difference between the airports.

🛫 About DCA

Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport

Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) serves Washington, United States.

🛬 About YVR

Vancouver International Airport

Vancouver International Airport (YVR) serves Vancouver, Canada.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

The flight distance from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport to Vancouver International Airport is 2,361 miles (3,799 kilometers). This is the great circle distance - the shortest path between the two airports.

Direct flights from DCA to YVR typically take around 5 hours. Return flights may vary slightly due to prevailing winds.

You'll earn approximately 2,361 base miles on most airline loyalty programs. Elite status members earn bonus miles on top of this base amount.

Multiple airlines typically operate this route. Check with major carriers including American, Delta, United, and other airlines that serve these airports.