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$88+ Cheap flights from Dulles Intl (IAD) to California

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IAD — LAX
Apr 9 — Apr 161
Thu 4/9
Thu 4/16
1 adult, Economy
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This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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 5/127:00 am
IAD
-
ONT
1 stop18h 34m
Delta
Sat 5/1611:52 am
ONT
-
IAD
1 stop9h 23m
Delta
Deal found 3/7$247
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. 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 4/147:00 am
IAD
-
ONT
1 stop9h 39m
Delta
Tue 4/215:55 pm
ONT
-
IAD
2 stops15h 10m
Delta
Deal found 3/6$252
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/168:53 pm
IAD
-
LAX
Nonstop5h 51m
United Airlines
Mon 4/2011:20 pm
LAX
-
IAD
Nonstop5h 05m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/5$257
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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.
Tue 5/56:20 am
IAD
-
SFO
1 stop13h 34m
Frontier
Sun 5/105:49 pm
SFO
-
IAD
2 stops12h 07m
Frontier
Deal found 3/5$258
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/206:10 am
IAD
-
LAX
Nonstop5h 40m
American Airlines
Mon 4/279:45 pm
LAX
-
IAD
Nonstop4h 55m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/5$258
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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.
Sat 4/2510:51 am
IAD
-
SFO
1 stop9h 43m
Frontier
Fri 5/86:00 am
SFO
-
IAD
2 stops22h 27m
Frontier
Deal found 3/5$259
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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.
Thu 4/306:47 pm
IAD
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SAN
Nonstop5h 44m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 5/46:25 am
SAN
-
IAD
1 stop7h 48m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/7$259
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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.
Wed 4/157:00 am
IAD
-
LAX
2 stops19h 14m
Frontier
Tue 4/2111:00 pm
LAX
-
IAD
1 stop22h 36m
Frontier
Deal found 3/8$259
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/75:55 pm
IAD
-
SAN
Nonstop5h 51m
United Airlines
Tue 4/148:00 am
SAN
-
IAD
Nonstop5h 07m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/5$260
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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.
Tue 4/217:00 am
IAD
-
LAX
1 stop10h 11m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 4/281:52 pm
LAX
-
IAD
1 stop7h 44m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/9$260
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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.
Thu 5/76:20 am
IAD
-
SFO
1 stop13h 34m
Frontier
Tue 5/1210:38 pm
SFO
-
IAD
1 stop22h 58m
Frontier
Deal found 3/7$261
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/35:28 pm
IAD
-
LAX
1 stop26h 15m
Frontier
Tue 8/1110:49 pm
LAX
-
IAD
1 stop14h 43m
Frontier
Deal found 3/5$261

Find flight deals from Dulles Intl to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Dulles Intl to California flight deals. Data was last updated March 10, 2026.

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3 stars

Round-trip from

$247
(Delta)

One-way from

$88
(CheapOair)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$465

Good round-trip deal

$317 or less

Good one-way deal

$168 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Dulles Intl to California that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 10, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to California that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

Washington, D.C.San Diego

IAD - SAN

IADSAN

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 4/22

6:20 am-12:05 pm

1 stop8h 45m

San Diego

Wed 4/29

12:30 pm-11:40 pm

2 stops8h 10m

$262

Washington, D.C.San Diego

IAD - SAN

IADSAN

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 5/9

5:05 pm-11:25 pm

2 stops9h 20m

San Diego

Sat 5/16

8:35 am-10:55 pm

2 stops11h 20m

$267

Washington, D.C.San Diego

IAD - SAN

IADSAN

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 4/21

6:20 am-2:20 pm

2 stops11h 00m

San Diego

Sat 4/25

8:20 am-10:55 pm

1 stop11h 35m

$268

Washington, D.C.San Diego

IAD - SAN

IADSAN

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 4/10

6:22 pm-9:22 pm

Nonstop6h 00m

San Diego

Wed 4/15

9:20 am-5:22 pm

Nonstop5h 02m

$277

Washington, D.C.Los Angeles

IAD - LAX

IADLAX

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 4/8

6:20 am-10:30 am

1 stop7h 10m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Wed 5/6

2:05 pm-11:40 pm

1 stop6h 35m

$277

Washington, D.C.Los Angeles

IAD - LAX

IADLAX

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 4/18

5:50 am-12:10 pm

2 stops9h 20m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Thu 4/23

2:20 pm-12:20 am

1 stop7h 00m

$282

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

IAD - SFO

IADSFO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 5/5

7:10 am-10:28 pm

1 stop18h 18m

San Francisco

Wed 5/6

12:26 pm-12:09 am

1 stop8h 43m

$285

Washington, D.C.San Diego

IAD - SAN

IADSAN

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 5/8

6:33 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop8h 26m

San Diego

Fri 5/15

9:45 pm-5:43 am

Nonstop4h 58m

$287

Washington, D.C.San Jose

IAD - SJC

IADSJC

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 5/7

6:00 am-12:00 pm

1 stop9h 00m

San Jose

Tue 5/12

12:56 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop8h 03m

$294

Washington, D.C.Los Angeles

IAD - LAX

IADLAX

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 4/7

6:20 am-1:20 pm

2 stops10h 00m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sat 4/11

5:35 am-3:05 pm

1 stop6h 30m

$302

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Best time to book a flight from Dulles Intl to California

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to California

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to California?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to California (average of $111). Flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to California in December is currently the most expensive (average of $237). 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 IAD to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Dulles Intl 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 March 10, 2026.

When flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to California, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 13% versus a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to California?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Dulles Intl to California. Price data was last updated on February 21, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to California flight should consider departing on Thursday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to California

Explore weekly flight availability from Dulles Intl 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 March 10, 2026.

The most flights from IAD to USCA are scheduled on a Tuesday (30 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (14 on average).

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 March 10, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to California, such as Alaska Airlines,Hawaiian Airlines, andUnited Airlines. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
12,008 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

The good customer service team made you fell welcome on the flight.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
12,008 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
12,008 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

The good customer service team made you fell welcome on the flight.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.8
Good
2,837 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
12,008 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

The good customer service team made you fell welcome on the flight.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,409 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
12,008 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

The good customer service team made you fell welcome on the flight.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,407 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
12,008 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

The good customer service team made you fell welcome on the flight.
Frontier
5.7
Fair
3,033 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
12,008 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

The good customer service team made you fell welcome on the flight.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Dulles Intl to California. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to California?

    There are many flights that can get you from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to California in 6h. Fly via Southwest, Alaska Airlines, or United Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to California is about 2248 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to California one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $50 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Spirit Airlines from $72 and Southwest from $92 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to California?

    The most popular route from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to California is Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl. You may also consider Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Los Angeles Los Angeles or Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - San Francisco.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to California?

    Consider Virgin Australia (81%), Air China (80%) or United Airlines (78%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to California.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to California?

    The cheapest flight price from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to California is $138. On average you can expect to pay $962. The most popular route, (Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl), can usually be booked for $180.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Dulles Intl to California that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Dulles Intl to California flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Dulles Intl to California?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Dulles Intl to California.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Dulles Intl to California?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Dulles Intl to California by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to California?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to California (average of $111). Flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to California in December is currently the most expensive (average of $237). 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 8 airlines flying from Dulles Intl to California

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Dulles Intl 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 March 10, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$67Average$138FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$99Average$286FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$113Average$340FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
DeltaCheapest$125Average$402FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$173Average$360FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$184Average$441FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$227Average$446FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$242Average$463FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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