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Multiple Airlines Logo
3:29 pm - 9:27 am
SAN
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BWI
14h 58m2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:49 pm - 11:36 pm
BWI
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SAN
13h 47m1 stop
$228Multiple Airlines
Tue, Jan 6 - Thu, Jan 8
Frontier Logo
2:50 pm - 10:21 am
SAN
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BWI
16h 31m2 stops
Frontier Logo
12:42 pm - 12:24 am
BWI
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SAN
14h 42m1 stop
$234Frontier
Thu, Jan 8 - Thu, Jan 15
Frontier Logo
6:25 am - 9:04 pm
SAN
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BWI
11h 39m1 stop
Frontier Logo
12:49 pm - 11:36 pm
BWI
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SAN
13h 47m1 stop
$238Frontier
Fri, Jan 9 - Mon, Jan 12
Frontier Logo
11:49 am - 9:59 pm
SAN
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DCA
7h 10m1 stop
Frontier Logo
6:00 pm - 10:25 am
DCA
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SAN
43h 25m2 stops
$249Frontier
Mon, Feb 2 - Tue, Feb 3
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6:15 am - 9:59 pm
SAN
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DCA
12h 44m1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
6:56 pm - 8:35 am
DCA
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SAN
16h 39m1 stop
$256Alaska Airlines
Sat, Jan 17 - Sat, Jan 24
American Airlines Logo
6:20 am - 4:31 pm
SAN
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IAD
7h 11m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
5:26 pm - 10:50 pm
IAD
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SAN
8h 24m1 stop
$256American Airlines
Sat, Jan 10 - Sat, Jan 17
Alaska Airlines Logo
12:53 pm - 9:00 pm
SAN
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DCA
5h 07mnonstop
Alaska Airlines Logo
8:59 am - 11:56 am
DCA
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SAN
5h 57mnonstop
$257Alaska Airlines
Fri, Jan 30 - Sat, Jan 31
United Airlines Logo
1:05 pm - 9:01 pm
SAN
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IAD
4h 56mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
6:00 pm - 11:42 pm
IAD
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SAN
8h 42m1 stop
$267United Airlines
Mon, Jan 12 - Sat, Jan 17
Southwest Logo
9:45 pm - 5:30 am
SAN
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BWI
4h 45mnonstop
Southwest Logo
6:20 am - 9:25 am
BWI
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SAN
6h 05mnonstop
$277Southwest
Wed, Feb 18 - Wed, Feb 25
United Airlines Logo
6:15 am - 5:26 pm
SAN
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BWI
8h 11m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
10:05 am - 5:28 pm
BWI
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SAN
10h 23m2 stops
$282United Airlines
Sat, Jan 17 - Wed, Jan 21

American Airlines flights from San Diego to Washington, D.C.

Our best American Airlines deals on San Diego to Washington, D.C. flight tickets
American Airlines
Jan 10
SAN6:20 amSan Diego
7h 11m
1 stop
IAD4:31 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Jan 17
IAD5:26 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
8h 24m
1 stop
SAN10:50 pmSan Diego
American Airlines
Jan 17
SAN10:09 amSan Diego
10h 37m
2 stops
BWI11:46 pmBaltimore/Washington
Jan 24
BWI11:13 amBaltimore/Washington
10h 18m
2 stops
SAN6:31 pmSan Diego
American Airlines
Jan 5
SAN10:01 pmSan Diego
9h 57m
1 stop
IAD10:58 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Jan 12
IAD5:26 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
8h 24m
1 stop
SAN10:50 pmSan Diego

United Airlines flights from San Diego to Washington, D.C.

Our best United Airlines deals on San Diego to Washington, D.C. flight tickets
United Airlines
Jan 12
SAN1:05 pmSan Diego
4h 56m
IAD9:01 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Jan 17
IAD6:00 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
8h 42m
1 stop
SAN11:42 pmSan Diego
United Airlines
Jan 17
SAN6:15 amSan Diego
8h 11m
1 stop
BWI5:26 pmBaltimore/Washington
Jan 21
BWI10:05 amBaltimore/Washington
10h 23m
2 stops
SAN5:28 pmSan Diego
United Airlines
Jan 5
SAN7:55 pmSan Diego
7h 52m
1 stop
IAD6:47 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Jan 10
IAD12:55 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
5h 45m
SAN3:40 pmSan Diego

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Return

Price

San DiegoBaltimore

SAN - BWI

SANBWI

San Diego

Tue 1/6

3:29 pm-9:27 am

2 stops14h 58m

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 1/8

12:49 pm-11:36 pm

1 stop13h 47m

$228

San DiegoBaltimore

SAN - BWI

SANBWI

San Diego

Thu 1/8

2:50 pm-10:21 am

2 stops16h 31m

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 1/15

12:42 pm-12:24 am

1 stop14h 42m

$234

San DiegoBaltimore

SAN - BWI

SANBWI

San Diego

Fri 1/9

6:25 am-9:04 pm

1 stop11h 39m

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 1/12

12:49 pm-11:36 pm

1 stop13h 47m

$238

San DiegoWashington, D.C.

SAN - DCA

SANDCA

San Diego

Mon 2/2

11:49 am-9:59 pm

1 stop7h 10m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 2/3

6:00 pm-10:25 am

2 stops43h 25m

$249

San DiegoWashington, D.C.

SAN - DCA

SANDCA

San Diego

Sat 1/17

6:15 am-9:59 pm

1 stop12h 44m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 1/24

6:56 pm-8:35 am

1 stop16h 39m

$256

San DiegoWashington, D.C.

SAN - IAD

SANIAD

San Diego

Sat 1/10

6:20 am-4:31 pm

1 stop7h 11m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 1/17

5:26 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop8h 24m

$256

San DiegoWashington, D.C.

SAN - DCA

SANDCA

San Diego

Fri 1/30

12:53 pm-9:00 pm

Nonstop5h 07m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 1/31

8:59 am-11:56 am

Nonstop5h 57m

$257

San DiegoWashington, D.C.

SAN - IAD

SANIAD

San Diego

Mon 1/12

1:05 pm-9:01 pm

Nonstop4h 56m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 1/17

6:00 pm-11:42 pm

1 stop8h 42m

$267

San DiegoBaltimore

SAN - BWI

SANBWI

San Diego

Wed 2/18

9:45 pm-5:30 am

Nonstop4h 45m

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 2/25

6:20 am-9:25 am

Nonstop6h 05m

$277

San DiegoBaltimore

SAN - BWI

SANBWI

San Diego

Sat 1/17

6:15 am-5:26 pm

1 stop8h 11m

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 1/21

10:05 am-5:28 pm

2 stops10h 23m

$282

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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 San Diego, with most prices found around $278. If you’re not able to fly to Washington, D.C. in August, then September is your next best option. Flight prices from San Diego to Washington, D.C. during September 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 San Diego is on a Friday. momondo users have found tickets for Friday departures for as low as $400. 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 San Diego to Washington, D.C. for around $595.

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 San Diego to Washington, D.C. when you can find flight prices for as low as $253. 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 $486. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

What is the cheapest San Diego 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 San Diego when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Washington, D.C. for around $393 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 San Diego for as low as $291 on momondo.

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There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on San Diego 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.

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You could potentially save up to 39% on your flight if you consider stops on a San Diego to Washington, D.C. flight.

How have San Diego to Washington, D.C. flight prices changed over time?

As of December 2025, prices for San Diego to Washington, D.C. flights are approximately 23% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Best Price Found

$158

Fastest flight time

4h 37m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Washington, D.C.

2 airports
The best one-way flight to Washington, D.C. from San Diego in the past 72 hours is $158. The best round-trip flight deal from San Diego to Washington, D.C. found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $257.
The fastest flight from San Diego to Washington, D.C. takes 4h 37m
Direct flights go from San Diego to Washington, D.C. every day.
There are 2 airports in Washington, D.C.. From San Diego there are direct flights to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA), Baltimore/Washington (BWI), Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD).
  • How far is San Diego to Washington, D.C. by plane?

    San Diego and Washington, D.C. are 2268.2 mi apart from one another. 4h 37m is a normal flight duration for this route.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from San Diego Airport to Washington, D.C.?

    Prices for flights from San Diego Airport to Washington, D.C. were last updated today.

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from San Diego Airport to Washington, D.C.?

    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 San Diego Airport to Washington, D.C..

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

    The travel and health documents required for your trip to Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C.. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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Best airlines flying from San Diego to Washington, D.C.

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Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
FrontierPriceFrom $128Free CancellationRating
5.8
3,084 reviews
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Spirit AirlinesPriceFrom $145Free CancellationRating
6.3
8,180 reviews
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Hawaiian AirlinesPriceFrom $158Free CancellationRating
7.8
2,817 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $168Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,007 reviews
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JetBluePriceFrom $224Free CancellationRating
7.2
2,899 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $232Free CancellationRating
7.9
4,253 reviews
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Alaska AirlinesPriceFrom $236Free CancellationRating
8.0
11,432 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $237Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,095 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $256Free CancellationRating
7.2
11,050 reviews
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  • Alaska Airlines Flights From San Diego to Washington, D.C.

    Across 11 Alaska Airlines flights from San Diego to Washington, D.C. this week, the average price was $363, with the best Alaska Airlines deals starting from $236 round-trip. 11,432 users have rated Alaska Airlines on momondo, with an average score of 8.0/10.

  • Southwest Flights From San Diego to Washington, D.C.

    Across 4,253 Southwest reviews on momondo, the average score is 7.9/10. Southwest flies from San Diego to Washington, D.C. about 4 times each week, with ticket deals ranging from $232 to $440. Price data is based on momondo searches in the last 72 hours.

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