How long does it take to fly to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

Flight times from California to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport vary, but if you’re flying out of San Diego and flying into Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (one of the most popular routes), then the duration is 4h 37m on average. Another popular route from California to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport is flying from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport, which will take roughly 4h 50m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

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American Airlines, Alaska Airlines and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport from California according to our data. American Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 33% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport. Keep in mind that there are 9 different airlines that fly to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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There are 9 operators available for flights from California to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport as of April 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from California to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from California to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport.

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The required travel and health documents for your Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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Q: How many flights depart from California to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport on average per week?

As of April 2026, 193 flights take off from California and land in Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Wed, with 17% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

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DCA

7h 59m

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7:00 am - 10:05 am

DCA

ONT

30h 05m

1 stop

$160Frontier

Tue, May 5 - Sat, May 9

6:00 am - 4:59 pm

ONT

DCA

7h 59m

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ONT

19h 05m

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6:45 am - 7:20 pm

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7h 53m

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$344Alaska Airlines

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Aug 18

SNA6:45 amSanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

9h 35m

1 stop

DCA7:20 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

Aug 25

DCA1:45 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

7h 35m

1 stop

SNA6:20 pmSanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

$263

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May 19

LAX7:40 amLos Angeles Los Angeles

5h 00m

DCA3:40 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

May 26

DCA4:50 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

5h 39m

LAX7:29 pmLos Angeles Los Angeles

$279

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Jun 4

RNO10:57 pmReno

12h 05m

2 stops

DCA2:02 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

Jun 8

DCA4:00 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

8h 44m

1 stop

RNO9:44 pmReno

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May 23

LAX11:54 amLos Angeles Los Angeles

5h 12m

DCA8:06 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

Jun 1

DCA6:59 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

16h 45m

1 stop

LAX8:44 amLos Angeles Los Angeles

$287

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May 23

LAX11:54 amLos Angeles Los Angeles

5h 12m

DCA8:06 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

May 28

DCA9:59 amWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

5h 39m

LAX12:38 pmLos Angeles Los Angeles

$297

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May 27

SJC10:22 amSan Jose

7h 38m

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DCA9:00 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

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2:55 pm-11:23 pm

1 stop11h 28m

$267

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Sat 5/23

6:45 am-8:45 pm

1 stop11h 00m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

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10:25 am-7:15 pm

1 stop11h 50m

$274

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10:57 pm-9:16 am

1 stop7h 19m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

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4:00 pm-9:44 pm

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San Jose

Thu 5/28

6:05 am-4:45 pm

1 stop7h 40m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

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5:35 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop8h 55m

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San Jose

Wed 5/27

10:22 am-9:00 pm

1 stop7h 38m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 5/28

8:59 am-2:13 pm

1 stop8h 14m

$312

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SMF - DCA

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Tue 5/19

10:33 am-9:00 pm

1 stop7h 27m

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8:59 am-2:47 pm

1 stop8h 48m

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

The month of August is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport from California, with most prices found around $377. If you aren’t able to travel to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport during the month of August, then flying in September is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $377.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

The cheapest day to depart from California to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport is on a Wednesday. Travelers who choose to depart for Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport on a Wednesday will often find tickets for as low as $438. Flights from California to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport on a Sunday will generally be more expensive and average around $588. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

Our data shows that the cheapest California to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport flights are usually those with departure times at noon. Our users have found flights to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport at noon for as low as $401. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport is in the morning when prices are around $479.

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You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport from California when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport for around $432 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport from California for as low as $227 on momondo.

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The best one-way flight to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport from California in the past 72 hours is $253. The best round-trip flight deal from California to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $347.

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The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from California to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?
The required travel and health documents for your Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
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momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from California to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport is Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets), representing 25.22% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Boeing 737 MAX 9 at 16.85%, Boeing 737 MAX 8 at 14.12%, and Boeing 737-900 at 12.71%.

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