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Frontier Logo
8:40 am - 6:59 pm
ONT
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DCA
7h 19m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
2:00 pm - 9:34 pm
DCA
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ONT
10h 34m
1 stop
$145Frontier
Wed, Feb 25 - Wed, Mar 4
Frontier Logo
6:00 am - 9:59 pm
ONT
-
DCA
12h 59m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
2:00 pm - 9:34 pm
DCA
-
ONT
10h 34m
1 stop
$148Frontier
Sat, Feb 21 - Wed, Feb 25
Spirit Airlines Logo
11:59 pm - 9:06 am
LAX
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BWI
30h 07m
1 stop
Spirit Airlines Logo
6:41 pm - 6:23 pm
BWI
-
LAX
26h 42m
1 stop
$210Spirit Airlines
Sun, Mar 1 - Tue, Mar 3
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:52 pm - 10:27 am
LAX
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BWI
12h 35m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:05 am - 1:00 pm
BWI
-
LAX
9h 55m
1 stop
$211Multiple Airlines
Tue, Feb 10 - Tue, Mar 10
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:18 pm - 10:27 am
LAX
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BWI
12h 09m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:17 pm - 7:15 am
BWI
-
LAX
21h 58m
1 stop
$212Multiple Airlines
Tue, Feb 17 - Sun, Feb 22
Spirit Airlines Logo
11:59 pm - 9:06 am
LAX
-
BWI
30h 07m
1 stop
Spirit Airlines Logo
7:57 pm - 6:23 pm
BWI
-
LAX
25h 26m
1 stop
$217Spirit Airlines
Thu, Feb 19 - Fri, Feb 27
Alaska Airlines Logo
9:28 am - 5:27 pm
SAN
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IAD
4h 59mnonstop
Alaska Airlines Logo
6:20 pm - 9:19 pm
IAD
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SAN
5h 59mnonstop
$236Alaska Airlines
Sat, Feb 28 - Fri, Mar 6
Alaska Airlines Logo
9:46 am - 5:59 pm
SFO
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DCA
5h 13mnonstop
Alaska Airlines Logo
6:59 pm - 10:19 pm
DCA
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SFO
6h 20mnonstop
$237Alaska Airlines
Thu, Feb 26 - Sat, Feb 28
Southwest Logo
9:50 am - 9:55 pm
SFO
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IAD
9h 05m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
5:30 pm - 10:20 pm
IAD
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SFO
7h 50m
1 stop
$237Southwest
Tue, Mar 3 - Wed, Mar 4
Southwest Logo
6:05 am - 3:50 pm
SFO
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IAD
6h 45m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
9:05 am - 4:55 pm
IAD
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SFO
10h 50m
2 stops
$242Southwest
Wed, Feb 25 - Wed, Mar 4

Southwest flights from California to Washington, D.C.

Our best Southwest deals on California to Washington, D.C. flight tickets
Southwest
Mar 3
SFO9:50 amSan Francisco
9h 05m
1 stop
IAD9:55 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Mar 4
IAD5:30 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
7h 50m
1 stop
SFO10:20 pmSan Francisco
$237
Southwest
Feb 25
SFO6:05 amSan Francisco
6h 45m
1 stop
IAD3:50 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Mar 4
IAD9:05 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
10h 50m
2 stops
SFO4:55 pmSan Francisco
$242
Southwest
Feb 25
SFO6:05 amSan Francisco
11h 10m
2 stops
DCA8:15 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
Mar 4
DCA6:10 amWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
11h 45m
2 stops
SFO2:55 pmSan Francisco
$247

Hawaiian Airlines flights from California to Washington, D.C.

Our best Hawaiian Airlines deals on California to Washington, D.C. flight tickets
Hawaiian Airlines
Feb 23
SAN9:28 amSan Diego
4h 59m
IAD5:27 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Mar 2
IAD6:20 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
5h 59m
SAN9:19 pmSan Diego
$244
Hawaiian Airlines
Feb 20
SAN9:28 amSan Diego
4h 59m
IAD5:27 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Mar 31
IAD6:22 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
6h 00m
SAN9:22 pmSan Diego
$248
Hawaiian Airlines
Feb 19
LAX12:07 pmLos Angeles
4h 58m
DCA8:05 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
Feb 25
DCA9:59 amWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
6h 04m
LAX1:03 pmLos Angeles
$268

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Depart

Return

Price

OntarioWashington, D.C.

ONT - DCA

ONTDCA

Ontario

Wed 2/25

8:40 am-6:59 pm

1 stop7h 19m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 3/4

2:00 pm-9:34 pm

1 stop10h 34m

$145

OntarioWashington, D.C.

ONT - DCA

ONTDCA

Ontario

Sat 2/21

6:00 am-9:59 pm

1 stop12h 59m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 2/25

2:00 pm-9:34 pm

1 stop10h 34m

$148

Los AngelesBaltimore

LAX - BWI

LAXBWI

Los Angeles

Sun 3/1

11:59 pm-9:06 am

1 stop30h 07m

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 3/3

6:41 pm-6:23 pm

1 stop26h 42m

$210

Los AngelesBaltimore

LAX - BWI

LAXBWI

Los Angeles

Tue 2/10

6:52 pm-10:27 am

1 stop12h 35m

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 3/10

6:05 am-1:00 pm

1 stop9h 55m

$211

Los AngelesBaltimore

LAX - BWI

LAXBWI

Los Angeles

Tue 2/17

7:18 pm-10:27 am

1 stop12h 09m

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 2/22

12:17 pm-7:15 am

1 stop21h 58m

$212

Los AngelesBaltimore

LAX - BWI

LAXBWI

Los Angeles

Thu 2/19

11:59 pm-9:06 am

1 stop30h 07m

Baltimore/Washington

Fri 2/27

7:57 pm-6:23 pm

1 stop25h 26m

$217

San DiegoWashington, D.C.

SAN - IAD

SANIAD

San Diego

Sat 2/28

9:28 am-5:27 pm

Nonstop4h 59m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 3/6

6:20 pm-9:19 pm

Nonstop5h 59m

$236

San FranciscoWashington, D.C.

SFO - DCA

SFODCA

San Francisco

Thu 2/26

9:46 am-5:59 pm

Nonstop5h 13m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 2/28

6:59 pm-10:19 pm

Nonstop6h 20m

$237

San FranciscoWashington, D.C.

SFO - IAD

SFOIAD

San Francisco

Tue 3/3

9:50 am-9:55 pm

1 stop9h 05m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 3/4

5:30 pm-10:20 pm

1 stop7h 50m

$237

San FranciscoWashington, D.C.

SFO - IAD

SFOIAD

San Francisco

Wed 2/25

6:05 am-3:50 pm

1 stop6h 45m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 3/4

9:05 am-4:55 pm

2 stops10h 50m

$242

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Washington, D.C.?

The month of February is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Washington, D.C. from California, with most prices found around $312. If you’re not able to fly to Washington, D.C. in February, then August is your next best option. Flight prices from California to Washington, D.C. during August average around $317.

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

On average, the least expensive day to fly to Washington, D.C. from California is on a Wednesday. momondo users have found tickets for Wednesday departures for as low as $412. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. When flying out on a Sunday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from California to Washington, D.C. for around $552.

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

In the afternoon is the cheapest time of day to fly from California to Washington, D.C. when you can find flight prices for as low as $382. Flying to Washington, D.C. in the afternoon is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. Try not to purchase tickets at noon because they tend to be around $473. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

What is the cheapest California to Washington, D.C. flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Washington, D.C.?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Washington, D.C. from California when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Washington, D.C. for around $392 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Washington, D.C. from California for as low as $292 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on California to Washington, D.C. flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on California to Washington, D.C. flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on California to Washington, D.C. flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between California to Washington, D.C..

Cheap California to Washington, D.C. flight deals and tips

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Best Price Found

$158

Fastest flight time

4h 22m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Washington, D.C.

2 airports
The best one-way flight to Washington, D.C. from California in the past 72 hours is $158. The best round-trip flight deal from California to Washington, D.C. found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $266.
The fastest flight from California to Washington, D.C. takes 4h 22m
Direct flights go from California to Washington, D.C. every day.
There are 2 airports in Washington, D.C.. From California there are direct flights to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD).
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    The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from California to Washington, D.C..

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Washington, D.C.?

    The necessary travel and health documents for your Washington, D.C. trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Best airlines flying from California to Washington, D.C.

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Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
Spirit AirlinesPriceFrom $50Free CancellationRating
6.3
8,387 reviews
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FrontierPriceFrom $97Free CancellationRating
5.7
3,056 reviews
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Hawaiian AirlinesPriceFrom $113Free CancellationRating
7.8
2,830 reviews
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JetBluePriceFrom $122Free CancellationRating
7.2
2,890 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $138Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,123 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $159Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,268 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $172Free CancellationRating
7.2
11,201 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $178Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,209 reviews
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Alaska AirlinesPriceFrom $197Free CancellationRating
8.0
11,801 reviews
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Fly into one of these airports located in Washington, D.C.

Airports listed have a maximum distance of 22.4 mi from Washington, D.C.
Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport