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$96+ Cheap flights from District of Columbia to California

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IAD — LAX
May 6 — May 131
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Cheap flight deals from District of Columbia to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for District of Columbia to California flight deals. Data was last updated May 1, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$181
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$96
(Trip.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$327

Good round-trip deal

$309 or less

Good one-way deal

$157 or less
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From District of Columbia to California
One-way flight from District of Columbia to California
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($31 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($12 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in May 2025
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Cheapest flights from District of Columbia to California
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This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/167:45 amIAD - LAS
Nonstop5h 15mFrontier
Sat 5/2410:24 pmLAS - IAD
Nonstop4h 31mFrontier
Deal found 4/30$178
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/67:00 amDCA - LAS
1 stop10h 51mFrontier
Fri 5/912:59 amLAS - DCA
1 stop18h 00mFrontier
Deal found 4/29$181
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/25:14 pmIAD - LAS
1 stop8h 16mMultiple Airlines
Sat 6/710:42 pmLAS - IAD
Nonstop4h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$187
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/18:59 amDCA - LAS
1 stop8h 10mAlaska Airlines
Wed 7/910:17 amLAS - DCA
1 stop7h 42mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/29$197
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/36:09 amDCA - LAS
1 stop10h 00mJetBlue
Sat 6/710:53 amLAS - DCA
1 stop9h 05mJetBlue
Deal found 4/29$200
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/37:45 amIAD - LAX
1 stop15h 05mFrontier
Thu 5/83:41 pmLAX - IAD
1 stop11h 50mFrontier
Deal found 4/29$204
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/275:15 pmDCA - LAX
Nonstop5h 40mDelta
Thu 5/298:00 amLAX - DCA
Nonstop5h 05mDelta
Deal found 4/30$207
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/317:25 pmIAD - LAX
Nonstop5h 38mAlaska Airlines
Wed 6/117:55 pmLAX - IAD
1 stop8h 41mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/29$207
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/56:00 pmDCA - LAX
1 stop20h 08mFrontier
Sat 5/106:15 amLAX - DCA
1 stop12h 44mFrontier
Deal found 4/30$208
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/127:45 amIAD - LAX
1 stop15h 05mMultiple Airlines
Tue 5/138:00 amLAX - IAD
Nonstop5h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/28$210
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/75:38 pmIAD - LAX
Nonstop5h 49mHawaiian Airlines
Tue 5/138:00 amLAX - IAD
Nonstop5h 00mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 4/29$212
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/101:00 pmDCA - LAX
1 stop14h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sat 5/2412:48 pmLAX - DCA
Nonstop5h 11mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$213

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from District of Columbia to California that are best for you.

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Washington, D.C.Las Vegas

IAD - LAS

IADLAS

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 5/16

7:45 am-10:00 am

Nonstop5h 15m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 5/24

10:24 pm-5:55 am

Nonstop4h 31m

$178

Washington, D.C.Las Vegas

DCA - LAS

DCALAS

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 5/6

7:00 am-2:51 pm

1 stop10h 51m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 5/9

12:59 am-9:59 pm

1 stop18h 00m

$181

Washington, D.C.Las Vegas

DCA - LAS

DCALAS

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 7/1

8:59 am-2:09 pm

1 stop8h 10m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 7/9

10:17 am-8:59 pm

1 stop7h 42m

$197

Washington, D.C.Las Vegas

IAD - LAS

IADLAS

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 6/2

12:43 pm-5:46 pm

1 stop8h 03m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 6/5

10:42 pm-6:10 am

Nonstop4h 28m

$200

Washington, D.C.Las Vegas

DCA - LAS

DCALAS

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 6/3

6:09 am-1:09 pm

1 stop10h 00m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 6/7

10:53 am-10:58 pm

1 stop9h 05m

$200

Washington, D.C.Los Angeles

IAD - LAX

IADLAX

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 5/3

7:45 am-7:50 pm

1 stop15h 05m

Los Angeles

Thu 5/8

3:41 pm-6:31 am

1 stop11h 50m

$204

Washington, D.C.Los Angeles

DCA - LAX

DCALAX

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 5/27

5:15 pm-7:55 pm

Nonstop5h 40m

Los Angeles

Thu 5/29

8:00 am-4:05 pm

Nonstop5h 05m

$207

Washington, D.C.Los Angeles

IAD - LAX

IADLAX

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 5/31

7:25 pm-10:03 pm

Nonstop5h 38m

Los Angeles

Wed 6/11

7:55 pm-7:36 am

1 stop8h 41m

$207

Washington, D.C.Los Angeles

DCA - LAX

DCALAX

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 5/5

1:00 pm-11:08 am

1 stop25h 08m

Los Angeles

Wed 5/7

6:15 am-9:59 pm

1 stop12h 44m

$208

Washington, D.C.Los Angeles

IAD - LAX

IADLAX

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 5/9

5:38 pm-8:27 pm

Nonstop5h 49m

Los Angeles

Sun 5/11

8:00 am-4:00 pm

Nonstop5h 00m

$209

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Best time to book a flight from District of Columbia to California

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Everything you need to know about your flight from District of Columbia to California

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from District of Columbia to California?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from District of Columbia to California (average of $246). Flying from District of Columbia to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $327). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from DC to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from District of Columbia to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated May 1, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from District of Columbia to California as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from District of Columbia to California

Explore weekly flight availability from District of Columbia to California. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated May 1, 2025.

The most flights from USDC to USCA are scheduled on a Thursday (46 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (17 on average).

Rainfall in California by month

Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in California ranges from 0.0 - 3.4 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit California when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in California by month

Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to California, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to California. Reviews last updated May 1, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from District of Columbia to California have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

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  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from District of Columbia to California one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $96 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include United Airlines from $108 and Delta from $114 one-way.

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from District of Columbia to California?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from District of Columbia to California (average of $246). Flying from District of Columbia to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $327). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 10 airlines flying from District of Columbia to California

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from District of Columbia to California. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated May 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$63Average$233FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$89Average$255FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$98Average$380FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
DeltaCheapest$138Average$421FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Sun Country AirCheapest$142Average$346FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
JetBlueCheapest$155Average$318FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$188Average$420FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$195Average$496FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$198Average$464FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$208Average$502FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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