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$61+ Cheap flights from California to District of Columbia

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 1/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — IAD
Jan 17 — Jan 241
Sat 1/17
Sat 1/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to District of Columbia

Cheapest flights from California to District of Columbia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to District of Columbia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 18, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/2412:59 amLAS - DCA
1 stop18h 00mFrontier
Thu 1/18:00 amDCA - LAS
1 stop27h 05mFrontier
Deal found 12/16$208
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/2412:59 amLAS - DCA
1 stop9h 02mFrontier
Fri 1/28:00 amDCA - LAS
1 stop27h 05mFrontier
Deal found 12/16$216
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/246:00 amLAS - DCA
1 stop28h 01mFrontier
Sun 1/48:00 amDCA - LAS
1 stop14h 43mFrontier
Deal found 12/17$231
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/206:00 amLAS - DCA
1 stop7h 59mFrontier
Wed 1/76:00 pmDCA - LAS
1 stop7h 53mFrontier
Deal found 12/16$233
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/226:00 amLAS - DCA
1 stop12h 59mFrontier
Wed 1/78:59 amDCA - LAS
1 stop8h 24mFrontier
Deal found 12/17$234
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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.
Sun 12/2112:59 amLAS - DCA
1 stop18h 00mFrontier
Sat 1/38:00 amDCA - LAS
1 stop27h 05mFrontier
Deal found 12/15$235
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Tue 12/167:24 pmLAS - DCA
1 stop23h 35mFrontier
Wed 1/218:59 amDCA - LAS
1 stop12h 21mFrontier
Deal found 12/16$237
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/206:00 amLAS - DCA
1 stop7h 59mFrontier
Thu 1/18:00 amDCA - LAS
1 stop27h 05mFrontier
Deal found 12/16$241
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/2412:59 amLAS - DCA
1 stop9h 02mFrontier
Sun 1/48:00 amDCA - LAS
1 stop14h 43mFrontier
Deal found 12/16$250
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Thu 12/186:00 amLAS - DCA
1 stop12h 59mFrontier
Wed 1/76:00 pmDCA - LAS
1 stop7h 53mFrontier
Deal found 12/16$253
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Thu 12/256:45 amONT - DCA
1 stop7h 14mFrontier
Wed 1/76:00 pmDCA - ONT
1 stop8h 14mFrontier
Deal found 12/16$253
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/1710:57 pmLAS - IAD
1 stop9h 41mFrontier
Mon 1/59:58 pmIAD - LAS
1 stop14h 45mFrontier
Deal found 12/16$253

Find flight deals from California to District of Columbia

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to District of Columbia flight deals. Data was last updated December 18, 2025.

Most accurate provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Most trusted provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Round-trip from

$133
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$61
(Trip.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$477

Good round-trip deal

$257 or less

Good one-way deal

$207 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from California to District of Columbia 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 December 18, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to District of Columbia that are best for you.

Fly from

California

Fly to

District of Columbia

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Las VegasWashington, D.C.

LAS - DCA

LASDCA

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 2/20

12:59 am-1:00 pm

1 stop9h 01m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 2/25

8:59 am-2:47 pm

1 stop8h 48m

$217

Las VegasWashington, D.C.

LAS - DCA

LASDCA

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 12/24

6:00 am-1:01 pm

1 stop28h 01m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 1/4

8:00 am-7:43 pm

1 stop14h 43m

$231

Las VegasWashington, D.C.

LAS - DCA

LASDCA

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 1/23

12:22 pm-9:59 pm

1 stop6h 37m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 1/30

2:00 pm-2:46 pm

1 stop27h 46m

$253

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX - DCA

LAXDCA

Los Angeles

Wed 3/25

9:45 pm-9:56 am

1 stop9h 11m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 3/31

10:40 am-8:03 pm

1 stop12h 23m

$255

San DiegoWashington, D.C.

SAN - DCA

SANDCA

San Diego

Thu 1/15

12:53 pm-9:00 pm

Nonstop5h 07m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 1/19

8:59 am-11:56 am

Nonstop5h 57m

$257

San DiegoWashington, D.C.

SAN - IAD

SANIAD

San Diego

Fri 1/9

10:00 pm-5:49 am

Nonstop4h 49m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 1/12

9:00 am-11:45 am

Nonstop5h 45m

$257

San DiegoWashington, D.C.

SAN - IAD

SANIAD

San Diego

Sat 2/14

6:25 am-4:28 pm

1 stop7h 03m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 2/24

7:30 am-2:29 pm

1 stop9h 59m

$257

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX - IAD

LAXIAD

Los Angeles

Wed 3/4

5:45 am-4:50 pm

1 stop8h 05m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 3/10

4:45 pm-9:15 pm

1 stop7h 30m

$257

San DiegoWashington, D.C.

SAN - DCA

SANDCA

San Diego

Thu 1/15

12:53 pm-9:00 pm

Nonstop5h 07m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 1/18

8:59 am-11:56 am

Nonstop5h 57m

$257

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX - IAD

LAXIAD

Los Angeles

Fri 1/23

8:40 am-4:22 pm

Nonstop4h 42m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 1/25

8:25 am-11:25 am

Nonstop6h 00m

$257

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

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

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to District of Columbia (average of $93). Flying from California to District of Columbia in December is currently the most expensive (average of $179). 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 CA to DC?

Find hourly flight availability from California to District of Columbia. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 18, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from California to District of Columbia is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 19% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from California to District of Columbia?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from California to District of Columbia. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their California to District of Columbia flight should consider departing on Saturday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing District of Columbia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to District of Columbia. 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 District of Columbia. Reviews last updated December 18, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Delta, and United Airlines from California to District of Columbia by reading reviews from past customers. 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
11,477 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

It was a five hour flight and my seat did not recline. I have had three back surgeries and I’m solid bone for my L3 vertebrae all the way to my tailbone. My body has never hurt so much. There was no TV on this flight and only a small can of soda was free.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,477 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,477 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

It was a five hour flight and my seat did not recline. I have had three back surgeries and I’m solid bone for my L3 vertebrae all the way to my tailbone. My body has never hurt so much. There was no TV on this flight and only a small can of soda was free.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,005 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,477 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

It was a five hour flight and my seat did not recline. I have had three back surgeries and I’m solid bone for my L3 vertebrae all the way to my tailbone. My body has never hurt so much. There was no TV on this flight and only a small can of soda was free.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,092 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,477 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

It was a five hour flight and my seat did not recline. I have had three back surgeries and I’m solid bone for my L3 vertebrae all the way to my tailbone. My body has never hurt so much. There was no TV on this flight and only a small can of soda was free.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,055 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,477 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

It was a five hour flight and my seat did not recline. I have had three back surgeries and I’m solid bone for my L3 vertebrae all the way to my tailbone. My body has never hurt so much. There was no TV on this flight and only a small can of soda was free.
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,081 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,477 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

It was a five hour flight and my seat did not recline. I have had three back surgeries and I’m solid bone for my L3 vertebrae all the way to my tailbone. My body has never hurt so much. There was no TV on this flight and only a small can of soda was free.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from California to District of Columbia. 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 California to District of Columbia?

    Frontier, JetBlue, and Alaska Airlines can get you from California to District of Columbia in just under 5h 07m. Your travel time can differ by up to 22h 54m. The distance between California and District of Columbia is about 2270 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Spirit Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $30. Frontier flights start at $59 while deals on Breeze Airways start at $78 one-way.

  • Can I find deals for flights from California to District of Columbia that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on California to District of Columbia flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from California to District of Columbia?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from California to District of Columbia?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from California to District of Columbia 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 California to District of Columbia?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to District of Columbia (average of $93). Flying from California to District of Columbia in December is currently the most expensive (average of $179). 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 California to District of Columbia

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from California to District of Columbia. 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 December 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$72Average$228FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$116Average$267FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$138Average$388FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
Sun Country AirCheapest$140Average$395FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
SouthwestCheapest$159Average$445FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$168Average$401FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$172Average$446FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$183Average$456FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
JetBlueCheapest$213Average$312FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$214Average$384FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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