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Spirit Airlines Logo
11:18 am - 7:19 pmLAX-BWI
5h 01mnonstop
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6:00 am - 8:49 amBWI-LAX
5h 49mnonstop
$111Spirit Airlines
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Thu, Dec 4 - Mon, Dec 8
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10:34 pm - 6:35 amLAX-BWI
5h 01mnonstop
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5:35 am - 8:17 amBWI-LAX
5h 42mnonstop
$112Spirit Airlines
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Thu, Oct 16 - Mon, Oct 20
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:00 pm - 11:13 amLAX-BWI
13h 13m1 stop
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8:26 pm - 11:15 pmBWI-LAX
5h 49mnonstop
$166Multiple Airlines
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Sat, Nov 1 - Sun, Nov 9
Frontier Logo
2:27 pm - 7:07 pmLAX-IAD
25h 40m1 stop
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9:28 pm - 8:28 amIAD-LAX
14h 00m1 stop
$180Frontier
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Wed, Oct 8 - Mon, Oct 13
Frontier Logo
9:17 pm - 4:59 pmLAX-DCA
16h 42m1 stop
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7:00 am - 12:19 pmDCA-LAX
8h 19m1 stop
$181Frontier
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Mon, Oct 20 - Wed, Oct 22
Multiple Airlines Logo
2:27 pm - 7:07 pmLAX-IAD
25h 40m1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:00 am - 9:40 amIAD-LAX
27h 40m1 stop
$187Multiple Airlines
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Wed, Oct 8 - Tue, Oct 14
United Airlines Logo
10:24 am - 6:19 pmLAX-IAD
4h 55mnonstop
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12:40 pm - 3:34 pmIAD-LAX
5h 54mnonstop
$218United Airlines
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Thu, Jan 29 - Mon, Feb 2
Alaska Airlines Logo
1:00 pm - 9:05 pmSAN-DCA
5h 05mnonstop
Alaska Airlines Logo
8:59 am - 11:53 amDCA-SAN
5h 54mnonstop
$237Alaska Airlines
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Wed, Nov 12 - Wed, Dec 3
Alaska Airlines Logo
11:59 am - 8:00 pmLAX-DCA
5h 01mnonstop
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9:59 am - 1:05 pmDCA-LAX
6h 06mnonstop
$240Alaska Airlines
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Fri, Dec 5 - Thu, Dec 11
United Airlines Logo
12:07 pm - 10:12 pmSAN-IAD
7h 05m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
5:55 pm - 8:33 pmIAD-SAN
5h 38mnonstop
$243United Airlines
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Wed, Nov 5 - Sun, Nov 9

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

Our best Hawaiian Airlines deals on California to Washington, D.C. flight tickets
Hawaiian Airlines
Nov 5
SAN9:11 amSan Diego
5h 02m
IAD5:13 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Nov 9
IAD5:40 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
5h 49m
SAN8:29 pmSan Diego
Hawaiian Airlines
Dec 6
SAN9:25 amSan Diego
5h 05m
IAD5:30 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Dec 10
IAD7:35 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
12h 22m
1 stop
SAN4:57 pmSan Diego
Hawaiian Airlines
Oct 8
SAN8:30 amSan Diego
5h 12m
IAD4:42 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Oct 14
IAD5:42 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
5h 38m
SAN8:20 pmSan Diego

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

Our best Alaska Airlines deals on California to Washington, D.C. flight tickets
Alaska Airlines
Nov 12
SAN1:00 pmSan Diego
5h 05m
DCA9:05 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
Dec 3
DCA8:59 amWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
5h 54m
SAN11:53 amSan Diego
Alaska Airlines
Dec 5
LAX11:59 amLos Angeles
5h 01m
DCA8:00 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
Dec 11
DCA9:59 amWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
6h 06m
LAX1:05 pmLos Angeles
Alaska Airlines
Oct 29
SAN9:11 amSan Diego
5h 02m
IAD5:13 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Nov 4
IAD5:40 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
5h 49m
SAN8:29 pmSan Diego

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Depart

Return

Price

Los AngelesBaltimore

LAX - BWI

LAXBWI

Los Angeles

Thu 12/4

11:18 am-7:19 pm

Nonstop5h 01m

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 12/8

6:00 am-8:49 am

Nonstop5h 49m

$111

Los AngelesBaltimore

LAX - BWI

LAXBWI

Los Angeles

Thu 10/16

10:34 pm-6:35 am

Nonstop5h 01m

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 10/20

5:35 am-8:17 am

Nonstop5h 42m

$112

Los AngelesBaltimore

LAX - BWI

LAXBWI

Los Angeles

Sat 11/1

7:00 pm-11:13 am

1 stop13h 13m

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 11/9

8:26 pm-11:15 pm

Nonstop5h 49m

$166

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX - IAD

LAXIAD

Los Angeles

Wed 10/8

2:27 pm-7:07 pm

1 stop25h 40m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 10/13

9:28 pm-8:28 am

1 stop14h 00m

$180

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX - DCA

LAXDCA

Los Angeles

Mon 10/20

9:17 pm-4:59 pm

1 stop16h 42m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 10/22

7:00 am-12:19 pm

1 stop8h 19m

$181

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX - IAD

LAXIAD

Los Angeles

Wed 10/8

2:27 pm-7:07 pm

1 stop25h 40m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 10/14

9:00 am-9:40 am

1 stop27h 40m

$187

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX - IAD

LAXIAD

Los Angeles

Thu 1/29

10:24 am-6:19 pm

Nonstop4h 55m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 2/2

12:40 pm-3:34 pm

Nonstop5h 54m

$218

San DiegoWashington, D.C.

SAN - DCA

SANDCA

San Diego

Wed 11/12

1:00 pm-9:05 pm

Nonstop5h 05m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 12/3

8:59 am-11:53 am

Nonstop5h 54m

$237

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX - DCA

LAXDCA

Los Angeles

Fri 12/5

11:59 am-8:00 pm

Nonstop5h 01m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 12/11

9:59 am-1:05 pm

Nonstop6h 06m

$240

San DiegoWashington, D.C.

SAN - IAD

SANIAD

San Diego

Wed 11/5

12:07 pm-10:12 pm

1 stop7h 05m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 11/9

5:55 pm-8:33 pm

Nonstop5h 38m

$243

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

The month of August is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Washington, D.C. from California, with most prices found around $317. If you’re not able to fly to Washington, D.C. in August, then February is your next best option. Flight prices from California to Washington, D.C. during February average around $323.

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 $426. 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 $578.

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 $383. 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 in the evening because they tend to be around $479. 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 $328 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?

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

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Best Price Found

$106

Fastest flight time

4h 41m

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 $106. The best round-trip flight deal from California to Washington, D.C. found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $166.
The fastest flight from California to Washington, D.C. takes 4h 41m
Direct flights go from California to Washington, D.C. every day.
There are 2 airports near Washington, D.C.: Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA), 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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FrontierPriceFrom $76Free CancellationRating
5.8
3,174 reviews
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6.3
8,019 reviews
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6.9
330 reviews
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Hawaiian AirlinesPriceFrom $138Free CancellationRating
7.8
2,724 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $138Free CancellationRating
7.9
7,957 reviews
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JetBluePriceFrom $156Free CancellationRating
7.2
2,914 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $160Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,242 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $172Free CancellationRating
7.2
10,000 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $200Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,924 reviews
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Alaska AirlinesPriceFrom $214Free CancellationRating
8.0
10,000 reviews
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Traveling to a place near Washington, D.C.?

Book flights to Washington, D.C. if you plan to visit one of these locations
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Reston
Fairfax
Glen Burnie
Gaithersburg
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