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$119+ Cheap flights from Oakland, CA (OAK) 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 3/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
OAK — IAD
Mar 16 — Mar 231
Mon 3/16
Mon 3/23
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Oakland to District of Columbia

Cheapest flights from Oakland to District of Columbia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Oakland to District of Columbia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 14, 2026.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/35:25 am
OAK
-
IAD
1 stop8h 25m
Southwest
Wed 3/45:30 pm
IAD
-
OAK
1 stop7h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 2/10$237
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 3/106:15 am
OAK
-
IAD
1 stop8h 05m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 3/177:05 am
IAD
-
OAK
1 stop12h 32m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 2/10$257
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/13. 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 3/106:15 am
OAK
-
IAD
1 stop8h 05m
Alaska Airlines
Sat 3/147:05 am
IAD
-
OAK
1 stop12h 32m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 2/13$277
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/95:45 am
OAK
-
DCA
1 stop7h 35m
Southwest
Wed 3/117:30 am
DCA
-
OAK
1 stop8h 15m
Southwest
Deal found 2/11$277
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/12. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/1111:55 pm
OAK
-
DCA
1 stop8h 20m
Southwest
Wed 4/112:00 pm
DCA
-
OAK
2 stops9h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 2/12$282
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/14. 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.
Wed 3/115:55 am
OAK
-
IAD
2 stops10h 24m
Delta
Tue 3/172:15 pm
IAD
-
OAK
2 stops12h 31m
Delta
Deal found 2/14$307
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/12. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/85:50 am
OAK
-
DCA
1 stop7h 25m
Southwest
Wed 4/157:55 am
DCA
-
OAK
1 stop7h 40m
Southwest
Deal found 2/12$312
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 3/36:15 am
OAK
-
IAD
1 stop8h 05m
Alaska Airlines
Mon 3/96:27 pm
IAD
-
OAK
1 stop17h 47m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 2/10$317
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/12. 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.
Wed 5/1310:29 am
OAK
-
DCA
1 stop7h 31m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 5/198:59 am
DCA
-
OAK
1 stop8h 33m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 2/12$317
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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.
Wed 3/412:40 pm
OAK
-
IAD
1 stop8h 06m
Delta
Tue 3/172:15 pm
IAD
-
OAK
2 stops12h 31m
Delta
Deal found 2/11$322
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/35:40 am
OAK
-
DCA
1 stop7h 55m
Southwest
Wed 3/46:00 am
DCA
-
OAK
1 stop14h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 2/10$322
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 3/36:15 am
OAK
-
IAD
1 stop8h 05m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 3/47:05 am
IAD
-
OAK
1 stop12h 32m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 2/10$330

Find flight deals from Oakland to District of Columbia

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Round-trip from

$237
(Southwest)

One-way from

$119
(Southwest)

Popular in

December

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January

Average price

$416
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Oakland 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 February 14, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Oakland to District of Columbia that are best for you.

Fly from

Oakland

Fly to

District of Columbia

Route

Depart

Return

Price

OaklandWashington, D.C.

OAK - IAD

OAKIAD

Oakland

Tue 3/3

5:25 am-4:50 pm

1 stop8h 25m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 3/4

5:30 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop7h 45m

$237

OaklandWashington, D.C.

OAK - IAD

OAKIAD

Oakland

Tue 3/10

6:15 am-5:20 pm

1 stop8h 05m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 3/17

7:05 am-4:37 pm

1 stop12h 32m

$257

OaklandWashington, D.C.

OAK - DCA

OAKDCA

Oakland

Wed 3/11

6:05 am-4:05 pm

1 stop7h 00m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 3/18

10:35 am-9:45 pm

1 stop14h 10m

$312

OaklandWashington, D.C.

OAK - DCA

OAKDCA

Oakland

Wed 4/8

9:20 pm-8:50 am

2 stops8h 30m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 4/15

7:55 am-12:35 pm

1 stop7h 40m

$318

OaklandWashington, D.C.

OAK - IAD

OAKIAD

Oakland

Wed 3/4

12:40 pm-11:46 pm

1 stop8h 06m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 3/17

2:15 pm-11:46 pm

2 stops12h 31m

$322

OaklandWashington, D.C.

OAK - IAD

OAKIAD

Oakland

Wed 3/11

1:45 pm-11:40 pm

1 stop6h 55m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 3/18

5:50 am-12:40 pm

2 stops9h 50m

$322

OaklandWashington, D.C.

OAK - DCA

OAKDCA

Oakland

Tue 3/3

5:40 am-4:35 pm

1 stop7h 55m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 3/4

6:00 am-5:30 pm

1 stop14h 30m

$322

OaklandWashington, D.C.

OAK - IAD

OAKIAD

Oakland

Wed 4/15

11:10 am-11:40 pm

2 stops9h 30m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 4/18

5:50 am-12:25 pm

2 stops9h 35m

$327

OaklandWashington, D.C.

OAK - DCA

OAKDCA

Oakland

Wed 4/15

9:05 pm-8:55 am

2 stops8h 50m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 4/18

2:40 pm-9:45 pm

2 stops10h 05m

$327

OaklandWashington, D.C.

OAK - DCA

OAKDCA

Oakland

Sat 4/11

11:55 pm-11:05 am

1 stop8h 10m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 4/16

7:45 pm-12:25 am

1 stop7h 40m

$332

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Oakland, California to District of Columbia (average of $118). Flying from Oakland, California to District of Columbia 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.

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 February 14, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Oakland to District of Columbia to help guide your decision. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,284 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,284 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,284 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,203 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,284 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,289 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,284 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Oakland to District of Columbia?

    Oakland (OAK) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Oakland to District of Columbia. It is only a 7.0 mi journey to Oakland (OAK) from Oakland’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Oakland, California to District of Columbia?

    There are many flights that can get you from Oakland, California to District of Columbia in 8h 05m. Fly via Southwest or Alaska Airlines to get the fastest option. Oakland, California and District of Columbia are separated by a distance of 2402 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Oakland 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 Oakland to District of Columbia.

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Oakland, California to District of Columbia (average of $118). Flying from Oakland, California to District of Columbia 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 3 airlines flying from Oakland to District of Columbia

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Oakland 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 February 14, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$276Average$389FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$286Average$468FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$328Average$636FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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