What airlines fly to California?

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to California from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport according to our data. Alaska Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 34% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to California. Keep in mind that there are 9 different airlines that fly to California on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National to California?

Frontier, Delta, and Southwest are the most popular carriers operating from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National to California

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to California?

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

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

As of April 2026, there are 188 flights per week flying from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to California. The most common day of the week flights depart is Fri, with 21% of flights taking off on this day.

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

The number of flights available between Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport and California is 26 per day as of April 2026. The most frequent departure time is 8:00AM, with 57% of daily flights leaving at noon.

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What is the cheapest month to fly to California?

The month of July is another great option to travel to California, with average flight prices from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport averaging around $377.

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

The cheapest day to depart from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to California is on a Wednesday. Travelers who choose to depart for California on a Wednesday will often find tickets for as low as $456. 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 $586.

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 morning when flights can be purchased for as low as $476. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the afternoon when prices are $683 on average. Flights to California from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport in the afternoon are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travelers’ schedules.

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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 Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to California for around $426 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to California from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport for as low as $360 on momondo.

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Best Price Found	$268
Fastest flight time	5h 00m
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Airports in California	418 airports

The best one-way flight to California from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport in the past 72 hours is $268. The best round-trip flight deal from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to California found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $395.

The fastest flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to California takes 5h 00m

Direct flights go from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to California every day.

There are 418 airports in California. From Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport there are direct flights to Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS).

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How old do you have to be to fly from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport 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 Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport 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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Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to California is Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) (22.95% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Boeing 737 MAX 9 (16.42%), Boeing 737 MAX 8 (14.43%), and Boeing 737-900 (13.87%).

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Spirit Airlines	PriceFrom $110	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.3 8,622 reviews	Search Spirit Airlines flights
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