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$80+ Cheap flights from Dulles Intl (IAD) to California

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IAD — LAX
May 24 — May 311
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Dulles Intl to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 24, 2026.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/269:12 am
IAD
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ONT
1 stop9h 32m
Frontier
Wed 6/34:39 pm
ONT
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IAD
1 stop12h 33m
Frontier
Deal found 4/20$185
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/249:12 am
IAD
-
RNO
1 stop8h 16m
Frontier
Tue 6/23:29 pm
RNO
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IAD
1 stop13h 43m
Frontier
Deal found 4/22$185
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/269:12 am
IAD
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ONT
1 stop9h 32m
Frontier
Mon 6/13:30 pm
ONT
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IAD
1 stop13h 42m
Frontier
Deal found 4/20$190
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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.
Tue 5/269:12 am
IAD
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ONT
1 stop25h 52m
Frontier
Thu 5/283:30 pm
ONT
-
IAD
1 stop13h 42m
Frontier
Deal found 4/23$192
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/269:12 am
IAD
-
ONT
1 stop9h 32m
Frontier
Fri 6/53:30 pm
ONT
-
IAD
1 stop13h 42m
Frontier
Deal found 4/20$205
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/109:55 am
IAD
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ONT
1 stop8h 13m
Frontier
Wed 7/83:34 pm
ONT
-
IAD
1 stop13h 16m
Frontier
Deal found 4/20$210
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/29:12 am
IAD
-
RNO
1 stop8h 23m
Frontier
Wed 6/33:29 pm
RNO
-
IAD
1 stop13h 43m
Frontier
Deal found 4/21$210
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 5/712:36 pm
IAD
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ONT
1 stop9h 35m
Frontier
Wed 5/204:39 pm
ONT
-
IAD
1 stop12h 33m
Frontier
Deal found 4/23$211
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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.
Tue 5/269:12 am
IAD
-
ONT
1 stop9h 32m
Frontier
Fri 5/293:30 pm
ONT
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IAD
1 stop13h 42m
Frontier
Deal found 4/20$212
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/309:12 am
IAD
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ONT
1 stop8h 57m
Frontier
Wed 6/34:39 pm
ONT
-
IAD
1 stop12h 33m
Frontier
Deal found 4/20$215
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/29:12 am
IAD
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RNO
1 stop8h 23m
Frontier
Fri 6/53:23 pm
RNO
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IAD
1 stop13h 49m
Frontier
Deal found 4/20$215
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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.
Wed 6/39:12 am
IAD
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ONT
1 stop9h 32m
Frontier
Wed 6/101:33 pm
ONT
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IAD
1 stop15h 52m
Frontier
Deal found 4/21$217

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 April 24, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$185
(Frontier)

One-way from

$80
(Frontier)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$406

Good round-trip deal

$348 or less

Good one-way deal

$208 or less
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From Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl to California
One-way flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl to California
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price ($58 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($13 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl to California.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl to California.

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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 April 24, 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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Price

Cheapest round-trip

Washington, D.C.Santa Ana

IAD - SNA

IADSNA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 8/12

6:30 am-12:06 pm

1 stop8h 36m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 8/26

2:10 pm-12:44 am

1 stop7h 34m

$241

Washington, D.C.Ontario

IAD - ONT

IADONT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 6/2

5:21 pm-11:34 pm

2 stops9h 13m

Ontario

Tue 6/9

11:57 am-12:25 am

1 stop9h 28m

$262

Washington, D.C.Reno

IAD - RNO

IADRNO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 6/2

11:15 am-6:54 pm

2 stops10h 39m

Reno

Fri 6/5

10:57 pm-9:48 am

1 stop7h 51m

$262
Quickest round-trip

Washington, D.C.Los Angeles

IAD - LAX

IADLAX

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 8/11

8:15 am-10:46 am

Nonstop5h 31m

Los Angeles

Sat 8/22

9:35 pm-5:35 am

Nonstop5h 00m

$284

Washington, D.C.Los Angeles

IAD - LAX

IADLAX

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 8/4

10:20 pm-12:57 am

Nonstop5h 37m

Los Angeles

Tue 8/18

10:36 pm-6:34 am

Nonstop4h 58m

$294

Washington, D.C.Santa Ana

IAD - SNA

IADSNA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 6/5

6:00 am-10:43 am

1 stop7h 43m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 6/10

12:18 pm-12:44 am

1 stop9h 26m

$315

Washington, D.C.Los Angeles

IAD - LAX

IADLAX

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 8/2

10:20 pm-12:57 am

Nonstop5h 37m

Los Angeles

Thu 8/6

4:49 pm-12:55 am

Nonstop5h 06m

$317

Washington, D.C.San Jose

IAD - SJC

IADSJC

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 6/2

7:00 am-2:09 pm

1 stop10h 09m

San Jose

Wed 6/10

6:35 am-6:41 pm

1 stop9h 06m

$318

Washington, D.C.San Jose

IAD - SJC

IADSJC

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 5/12

6:00 am-2:11 pm

2 stops11h 11m

San Jose

Fri 5/15

10:00 pm-9:58 am

1 stop8h 58m

$323

Washington, D.C.Ontario

IAD - ONT

IADONT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 8/5

6:00 am-10:38 am

1 stop7h 38m

Ontario

Tue 8/11

10:59 pm-9:10 am

1 stop7h 11m

$324

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to California?

The best time to book flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to California is 29 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to California (average of $313). Flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to California in December is currently the most expensive (average of $472). 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 April 24, 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 15% 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 April 18, 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 April 24, 2026.

The most flights from IAD to USCA are scheduled on a Thursday (37 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (24 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to California?

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 April 24, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to California, such as Southwest,Alaska Airlines, andUnited Airlines. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Related info for your journey

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  • 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 8h 36m. Fly via United Airlines, Delta, or Southwest to get the fastest option. The distance from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to California is about 2259 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 $74 and Southwest from $92 one-way.

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

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

    Consider Qatar Airways (100%), Ethiopian Air (89%) or United Airlines (86%) 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 $168. On average you can expect to pay $1,035. The most popular route, (Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl), can usually be booked for $204.

  • 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to California (average of $313). Flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to California in December is currently the most expensive (average of $472). 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 9 airlines flying from Dulles Intl to California

Discover the top 9 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 April 24, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$51Average$138FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$113Average$341FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
FrontierCheapest$125Average$298FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$147Average$410FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$150Average$380FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$194Average$485FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$231Average$449FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$235Average$475FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
JetBlueCheapest$260Average$335FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%

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