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$90+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) 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 8/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
WAS — LAX
Aug 31 — Sep 71
Mon 8/31
Mon 9/7
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Washington, D.C. to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 1, 2026.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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.
Mon 8/179:50 am
IAD
-
LAS
Nonstop4h 55m
Frontier
Wed 8/1912:30 am
LAS
-
IAD
Nonstop4h 34m
Frontier
Deal found 7/27$163
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/208:59 am
IAD
-
LAS
Nonstop4h 55m
Frontier
Sun 8/2312:30 am
LAS
-
IAD
Nonstop4h 34m
Frontier
Deal found 7/30$164
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
Sun 8/169:50 am
IAD
-
LAS
Nonstop4h 55m
Frontier
Thu 8/2012:30 am
LAS
-
IAD
Nonstop4h 34m
Frontier
Deal found 7/28$166
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
Tue 9/226:00 am
IAD
-
LAS
Nonstop4h 58m
Frontier
Sat 9/2610:46 pm
LAS
-
IAD
Nonstop4h 34m
Frontier
Deal found 7/30$167
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/268:59 am
IAD
-
LAS
Nonstop4h 55m
Frontier
Sat 8/297:36 am
LAS
-
IAD
2 stops36h 16m
Frontier
Deal found 7/29$168
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/198:59 am
IAD
-
LAS
Nonstop4h 55m
Frontier
Tue 8/2512:30 am
LAS
-
IAD
Nonstop4h 34m
Frontier
Deal found 7/28$169
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/208:59 am
IAD
-
LAS
Nonstop4h 55m
Frontier
Tue 8/257:36 am
LAS
-
IAD
2 stops30h 38m
Frontier
Deal found 7/29$170
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 8/189:13 am
IAD
-
LAS
Nonstop4h 55m
Frontier
Tue 8/2512:30 am
LAS
-
IAD
Nonstop4h 34m
Frontier
Deal found 7/27$172
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
Sat 8/228:59 am
IAD
-
LAS
Nonstop4h 55m
Frontier
Wed 8/267:36 am
LAS
-
IAD
2 stops30h 38m
Frontier
Deal found 7/30$173
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 8/248:59 am
IAD
-
LAS
Nonstop4h 55m
Frontier
Wed 8/267:36 am
LAS
-
IAD
2 stops30h 38m
Frontier
Deal found 7/28$174
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 8/248:59 am
IAD
-
LAS
Nonstop4h 55m
Frontier
Mon 8/317:36 am
LAS
-
IAD
2 stops30h 38m
Frontier
Deal found 7/28$175
This deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/136:00 pm
DCA
-
LAS
1 stop8h 31m
Frontier
Sun 11/156:50 am
LAS
-
DCA
1 stop7h 06m
Frontier
Deal found 7/31$186

Find flight deals from Washington, D.C. to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Washington, D.C. to California flight deals. Data was last updated August 1, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$163
(Frontier)

One-way from

$90
(Mytrip)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$357

Good round-trip deal

$349 or less

Good one-way deal

$178 or less
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($10 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Washington, D.C. 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 August 1, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Washington, D.C. to California that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

Washington, D.C.Las Vegas

DCA - LAS

DCALAS

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 8/22

7:00 am-9:10 am

Nonstop5h 10m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 8/29

7:35 am-8:40 pm

2 stops10h 05m

$204

Washington, D.C.Las Vegas

DCA - LAS

DCALAS

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 8/29

12:30 pm-5:50 pm

1 stop8h 20m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 8/29

12:20 am-11:10 am

1 stop7h 50m

$209

Washington, D.C.Las Vegas

DCA - LAS

DCALAS

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 8/21

4:20 pm-7:45 pm

1 stop6h 25m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 8/25

6:25 am-3:45 pm

1 stop6h 20m

$209
Quickest round-trip

Washington, D.C.Las Vegas

IAD - LAS

IADLAS

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 8/26

12:55 pm-2:59 pm

Nonstop5h 04m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 8/28

11:57 pm-7:30 am

Nonstop4h 33m

$239

Washington, D.C.Las Vegas

IAD - LAS

IADLAS

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 8/29

6:00 am-10:33 am

1 stop7h 33m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 9/1

5:50 am-4:38 pm

1 stop7h 48m

$257

Washington, D.C.Las Vegas

DCA - LAS

DCALAS

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 8/28

6:30 pm-11:10 pm

1 stop7h 40m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 9/1

8:16 am-7:34 pm

1 stop8h 18m

$257

Washington, D.C.Las Vegas

IAD - LAS

IADLAS

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 10/24

12:52 pm-6:01 pm

1 stop8h 09m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 10/27

7:45 am-3:13 pm

Nonstop4h 28m

$259

Washington, D.C.Las Vegas

IAD - LAS

IADLAS

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 8/16

6:30 am-11:10 am

1 stop7h 40m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 8/21

8:20 am-3:58 pm

Nonstop4h 38m

$259

Washington, D.C.Las Vegas

DCA - LAS

DCALAS

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 9/6

5:25 pm-7:35 pm

Nonstop5h 10m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 9/9

6:30 am-6:05 pm

1 stop8h 35m

$259

Washington, D.C.Las Vegas

DCA - LAS

DCALAS

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 8/15

6:30 pm-11:05 pm

1 stop7h 35m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 8/21

11:31 am-10:59 pm

1 stop8h 28m

$263

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Best time to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to California

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to California from Washington, D.C. with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Washington, D.C. to California

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to California (average of $370). Flying from Washington, D.C. to California in June is currently the most expensive (average of $521). 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 WAS to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Washington, D.C. 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 August 1, 2026.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Washington, D.C. to California is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 14% on airfare.

Weekly flight availability from Washington, D.C. to California

Explore weekly flight availability from Washington, D.C. 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 August 1, 2026.

The most flights from WAS to USCA are scheduled on a Thursday (55 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (33 on average).

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

Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.
Washington, D.C. to California flights typically cost between $261 and $498 in August.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $265 on Multiple Airlines (Aug 26-Sep 2).

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

The best time to book flights from Washington, D.C. to California is 70 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 day to fly from Washington, D.C. to California?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. to California. Price data was last updated on August 1, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Washington, D.C. to California flight should consider departing on Saturday at noon 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.

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 August 1, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest,Alaska Airlines, andUnited Airlines from Washington, D.C. to California have to say. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,229 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Walter,May 2026

LAS - BUR

Short but excellent flight. Everyone was friendly and professional it was a great flight!
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,229 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,229 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Walter,May 2026

LAS - BUR

Short but excellent flight. Everyone was friendly and professional it was a great flight!
Alaska Airlines
7.9
Good
12,741 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,229 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Walter,May 2026

LAS - BUR

Short but excellent flight. Everyone was friendly and professional it was a great flight!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,062 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,229 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Walter,May 2026

LAS - BUR

Short but excellent flight. Everyone was friendly and professional it was a great flight!
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,848 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,229 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Walter,May 2026

LAS - BUR

Short but excellent flight. Everyone was friendly and professional it was a great flight!
Frontier
5.6
Fair
2,740 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,229 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Walter,May 2026

LAS - BUR

Short but excellent flight. Everyone was friendly and professional it was a great flight!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Washington, D.C. 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. to California?

    Departing from Washington, D.C. to California will take you 5h 04m. There are 2059 mi between Washington, D.C. and California. 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. to California one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $65 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Southwest from $90 and Delta from $92 one-way.

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

    While some choose either Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Los Angeles or Baltimore/Washington - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl, Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl is the most popular route from Washington, D.C. to California.

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

    Before booking your flight to California from Washington, D.C., check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Ethiopian Air (90%), Brussels Airlines (86%), Egyptair( 84%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from Washington, D.C. to California is $138. On average you can expect to pay $1,349. The most popular route, (Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl), can usually be booked for $156.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to California that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Washington, D.C. to California flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Washington, D.C. to California?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Washington, D.C. to California?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Washington, D.C. 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. to California?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to California (average of $370). Flying from Washington, D.C. to California in June is currently the most expensive (average of $521). 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 Washington, D.C. to California

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Washington, D.C. 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 August 1, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$108Average$365FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
FrontierCheapest$117Average$289FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$131Average$445FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$146Average$397FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$148Average$411FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Sun Country AirCheapest$162Average$335FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
SouthwestCheapest$180Average$459FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$184Average$516FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$190Average$486FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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