What is the cheapest airline that flies from District of Columbia to California?

Frontier and JetBlue are the most popular carriers operating from District of Columbia to California

What airlines fly to California?

United Airlines, Southwest and Alaska Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to California from District of Columbia according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 55% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to California. Keep in mind that there are 10 different airlines that fly to California on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How many flights depart from District of Columbia to California on average per week?

As of November 2025, 603 flights take off from District of Columbia and land in California each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Fri, with 17% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from District of Columbia to California?

Prices for flights from District of Columbia to California are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from District of Columbia to California?

There are 9 operators available for flights from District of Columbia to California as of November 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly from District of Columbia to California?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from District of Columbia to California.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to California?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to California can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at California. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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Q: How many flights depart from District of Columbia to California on average per day?

As of November 2025, there are 86 flights per day flying from District of Columbia to California. The most common time of day flights depart is 6:00PM, with 36% of flights taking off in the afternoon.

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2:00 pm - 4:48 pmDCA-LAS

29h 48m2 stops

6:00 am - 4:59 pmLAS-DCA

7h 59m1 stop

$193Frontier

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Thu, Dec 4 - Thu, Dec 11

6:58 pm - 12:30 pmIAD-LAS

20h 32m1 stop

1:16 am - 4:24 pmLAS-IAD

12h 08m2 stops

$195Frontier

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6:45 pm - 9:41 pmIAD-LAX

5h 56mnonstop

9:30 pm - 5:24 amLAX-IAD

4h 54mnonstop

$237United Airlines

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Thu, Jan 15 - Mon, Jan 19

6:04 pm - 10:07 amIAD-SAN

19h 03m1 stop

9:10 am - 5:04 pmSAN-IAD

4h 54mnonstop

$247Alaska Airlines

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Sat, Jan 17 - Tue, Feb 10

8:59 am - 11:56 amDCA-SAN

5h 57mnonstop

7:00 am - 5:56 pmSAN-DCA

7h 56m1 stop

$247Alaska Airlines

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Sat, Jan 31 - Tue, Feb 3

6:00 am - 10:56 amIAD-SAN

7h 56m1 stop

12:40 pm - 11:42 pmSAN-IAD

8h 02m1 stop

$256American Airlines

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Sat, Jan 17 - Sat, Jan 24

6:25 am - 3:05 pmIAD-SFO

11h 40m2 stops

1:31 pm - 12:01 amSFO-IAD

7h 30m1 stop

$262American Airlines

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Sat, Dec 6 - Sat, Dec 13

5:45 pm - 10:25 pmIAD-SAN

7h 40m1 stop

9:40 am - 9:55 pmSAN-IAD

9h 15m2 stops

$262Southwest

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Tue, Dec 9 - Wed, Jan 7

6:05 am - 1:40 pmDCA-SFO

10h 35m2 stops

10:10 am - 8:20 pmSFO-DCA

7h 10m1 stop

$262Southwest

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Sat, Dec 6 - Sat, Dec 13

6:00 pm - 9:01 pmIAD-SFO

6h 01mnonstop

9:20 pm - 5:32 amSFO-IAD

5h 12mnonstop

$263United Airlines

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Delta flights from District of Columbia to California

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Delta

Dec 8

DCA4:51 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

5h 52m

LAX7:43 pmLos Angeles

Dec 16

LAX7:55 amLos Angeles

4h 48m

DCA3:43 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

$237

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Dec 8

DCA4:51 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

5h 52m

LAX7:43 pmLos Angeles

Dec 11

LAX7:55 amLos Angeles

4h 48m

DCA3:43 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

$277

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Nov 24

IAD3:35 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

8h 54m

1 stop

LAS9:29 pmLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Nov 27

LAS9:52 amLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl

8h 30m

1 stop

IAD9:22 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$297

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United Airlines

Jan 15

IAD3:19 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

5h 46m

LAX6:05 pmLos Angeles

Jan 19

LAX11:25 pmLos Angeles

4h 49m

IAD7:14 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$237

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United Airlines

Nov 27

IAD6:48 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

5h 51m

LAX9:39 amLos Angeles

Dec 4

LAX11:00 pmLos Angeles

4h 51m

IAD6:51 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

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Jan 9

DCA7:00 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

7h 52m

1 stop

LAX11:52 pmLos Angeles

Jan 11

LAX12:55 amLos Angeles

7h 34m

1 stop

DCA11:29 amWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

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DCA - LAS

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Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 12/4

2:00 pm-4:48 pm

2 stops29h 48m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 12/11

6:00 am-4:59 pm

1 stop7h 59m

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IAD - LAS

IADLAS

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 12/8

6:58 pm-12:30 pm

1 stop20h 32m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 12/11

1:16 am-4:24 pm

2 stops12h 08m

$195

Washington, D.C.Los Angeles

IAD - LAX

IADLAX

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 1/15

6:45 pm-9:41 pm

Nonstop5h 56m

Los Angeles

Mon 1/19

9:30 pm-5:24 am

Nonstop4h 54m

$237

Washington, D.C.San Diego

IAD - SAN

IADSAN

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 1/17

6:04 pm-10:07 am

1 stop19h 03m

San Diego

Tue 2/10

9:10 am-5:04 pm

Nonstop4h 54m

$247

Washington, D.C.San Diego

DCA - SAN

DCASAN

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 1/31

8:59 am-11:56 am

Nonstop5h 57m

San Diego

Tue 2/3

7:00 am-5:56 pm

1 stop7h 56m

$247

Washington, D.C.San Diego

IAD - SAN

IADSAN

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 1/17

6:00 am-10:56 am

1 stop7h 56m

San Diego

Sat 1/24

12:40 pm-11:42 pm

1 stop8h 02m

$256

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

IAD - SFO

IADSFO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 12/6

6:25 am-3:05 pm

2 stops11h 40m

San Francisco

Sat 12/13

1:31 pm-12:01 am

1 stop7h 30m

$262

Washington, D.C.San Diego

IAD - SAN

IADSAN

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 12/9

5:45 pm-10:25 pm

1 stop7h 40m

San Diego

Wed 1/7

9:40 am-9:55 pm

2 stops9h 15m

$262

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

DCA - SFO

DCASFO

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 12/6

6:05 am-1:40 pm

2 stops10h 35m

San Francisco

Sat 12/13

10:10 am-8:20 pm

1 stop7h 10m

$262

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

IAD - SFO

IADSFO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 12/17

6:00 pm-9:01 pm

Nonstop6h 01m

San Francisco

Sat 1/17

9:20 pm-5:32 am

Nonstop5h 12m

$263

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from District of Columbia to California

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What is the cheapest month to fly to California?

The month of August is another great option to travel to California, with average flight prices from District of Columbia averaging around $312.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to California?

The cheapest day to depart from District of Columbia to California is on a Wednesday. Travelers who choose to depart for California on a Wednesday will often find tickets for as low as $410. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Sunday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to California on Sunday is $553.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to California?

The cheapest time of day to fly to California is in the evening when flights can be purchased for as low as $387. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the afternoon when prices are $596 on average. Flights to California from District of Columbia in the afternoon are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travelers’ schedules.

What is the cheapest District of Columbia to California flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to California?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to California from District of Columbia when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to California for around $374 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to California from District of Columbia for as low as $284 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on District of Columbia to California flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on District of Columbia to California 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 District of Columbia to California flights?

You could potentially save up to 28% on your flight if you consider stops on a District of Columbia to California flight.

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Best Price Found	$183
Fastest flight time	5h 13m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in California	2 airports

The best one-way flight to California from District of Columbia in the past 72 hours is $183. The best round-trip flight deal from District of Columbia to California found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $277.

The fastest flight from District of Columbia to California takes 5h 13m

Direct flights go from District of Columbia to California every day.

There are 2 airports near California: San Diego (SAN), Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS)

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from District of Columbia to California?
Prices for flights from District of Columbia to California are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from District of Columbia to California?
There are 9 operators available for flights from District of Columbia to California as of November 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from District of Columbia to California?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from District of Columbia to California.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to California?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to California can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at California. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
What is the most popular plane model from District of Columbia to California?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from District of Columbia to California is Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets), representing 20.28% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Boeing 737 MAX 9 at 19.33%, Boeing 737-900 at 13.94%, and Boeing 737 MAX 8 at 10.72%.

Best airlines flying from District of Columbia to California

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Spirit Airlines	PriceFrom $95	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.3 8,140 reviews	Search Spirit Airlines flights
Frontier	PriceFrom $118	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.8 3,108 reviews	Search Frontier flights
Hawaiian Airlines	PriceFrom $138	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 2,809 reviews	Search Hawaiian Airlines flights
JetBlue	PriceFrom $146	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 2,904 reviews	Search JetBlue flights
Delta	PriceFrom $148	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,007 reviews	Search Delta flights
Sun Country Air	PriceFrom $162	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.9 334 reviews	Search Sun Country Air flights
Southwest	PriceFrom $169	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 4,244 reviews	Search Southwest flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $180	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,012 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $184	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,049 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Alaska Airlines	PriceFrom $209	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 11,308 reviews	Search Alaska Airlines flights

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from District of Columbia to California

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What is the cheapest month to fly to California?

The month of August is another great option to travel to California, with average flight prices from District of Columbia averaging around $312.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to California?

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to California?

What is the cheapest District of Columbia to California flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to California?

What cabin class options are available on District of Columbia to California flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on District of Columbia to California 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 District of Columbia to California flights?

You could potentially save up to 28% on your flight if you consider stops on a District of Columbia to California flight.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from District of Columbia to California?

Frontier and JetBlue are the most popular carriers operating from District of Columbia to California

What airlines fly to California?

How many flights depart from District of Columbia to California on average per day?

As of November 2025, there are 86 flights per day flying from District of Columbia to California. The most common time of day flights depart is 6:00PM, with 36% of flights taking off in the afternoon.

How many flights depart from District of Columbia to California on average per week?

As of November 2025, 603 flights take off from District of Columbia and land in California each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Fri, with 17% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

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Best airlines flying from District of Columbia to California

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