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$134+ Cheap flights from Oakland, CA (OAK) to District of Columbia

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OAK — IAD
Feb 5 — Feb 121
Thu 2/5
Thu 2/12
1 adult, Economy
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Round-trip from

$253
(Southwest)

One-way from

$134
(Southwest)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$419
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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 January 6, 2026.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/38:10 amOAK - DCA
1 stop6h 50mSouthwest
Tue 2/174:40 pmDCA - OAK
1 stop7h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 1/6$253
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/36:15 amOAK - IAD
1 stop6h 35mSouthwest
Tue 2/175:30 amIAD - OAK
1 stop7h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 1/6$257
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/5. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/48:10 amOAK - DCA
1 stop6h 50mSouthwest
Wed 2/119:30 amDCA - OAK
1 stop7h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 1/5$269
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/126:15 amOAK - DCA
1 stop12h 44mHawaiian Airlines
Wed 2/188:00 amDCA - OAK
1 stop11h 37mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 1/6$272
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/4. 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 3/312:30 pmOAK - IAD
1 stop6h 25mSouthwest
Tue 3/104:45 pmIAD - OAK
1 stop8h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 1/4$277
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/5. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 1/288:10 amOAK - DCA
1 stop10h 49mAlaska Airlines
Tue 2/108:00 amDCA - OAK
1 stop11h 23mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/5$277
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/5. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/255:31 pmOAK - DCA
2 stops24h 31mAlaska Airlines
Sun 3/16:59 pmDCA - OAK
2 stops30h 50mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/5$292
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/46:15 amOAK - IAD
1 stop6h 35mSouthwest
Sun 2/155:30 amIAD - OAK
1 stop7h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 1/6$296
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/5. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 1/2812:33 pmOAK - IAD
1 stop8h 15mDelta
Wed 2/117:05 amIAD - OAK
1 stop7h 47mDelta
Deal found 1/5$297
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/5. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 1/288:10 amOAK - DCA
1 stop10h 49mAlaska Airlines
Wed 2/118:00 amDCA - OAK
1 stop11h 23mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/5$297
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/196:15 amOAK - IAD
1 stop8h 05mAlaska Airlines
Tue 2/247:05 amIAD - OAK
1 stop12h 32mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/6$298
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/5. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 1/288:10 amOAK - DCA
1 stop10h 49mAlaska Airlines
Mon 2/95:01 pmDCA - OAK
1 stop26h 22mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/5$298

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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 - DCA

OAKDCA

Oakland

Tue 2/3

8:10 am-6:00 pm

1 stop6h 50m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 2/17

4:40 pm-9:30 pm

1 stop7h 50m

$253

OaklandWashington, D.C.

OAK - DCA

OAKDCA

Oakland

Wed 2/11

8:10 am-9:59 pm

1 stop10h 49m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 2/14

5:06 pm-9:24 am

1 stop19h 18m

$277

OaklandWashington, D.C.

OAK - DCA

OAKDCA

Oakland

Wed 1/28

8:10 am-9:59 pm

1 stop10h 49m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 2/2

9:59 am-11:03 am

2 stops28h 04m

$283

OaklandWashington, D.C.

OAK - DCA

OAKDCA

Oakland

Wed 1/28

8:10 am-9:59 pm

1 stop10h 49m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 2/9

9:59 am-8:40 pm

2 stops13h 41m

$283

OaklandWashington, D.C.

OAK - IAD

OAKIAD

Oakland

Thu 2/5

12:33 pm-11:48 pm

1 stop8h 15m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 2/15

7:05 am-11:55 am

1 stop7h 50m

$297

OaklandWashington, D.C.

OAK - IAD

OAKIAD

Oakland

Wed 1/28

12:33 pm-11:48 pm

1 stop8h 15m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 2/10

12:32 pm-11:53 pm

2 stops14h 21m

$302

OaklandWashington, D.C.

OAK - IAD

OAKIAD

Oakland

Wed 2/25

6:15 am-5:20 pm

1 stop8h 05m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 2/27

6:20 pm-4:37 pm

2 stops25h 17m

$302

OaklandWashington, D.C.

OAK - DCA

OAKDCA

Oakland

Thu 1/29

8:10 am-9:59 pm

1 stop10h 49m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 2/2

9:59 am-8:40 pm

2 stops13h 41m

$304

OaklandWashington, D.C.

OAK - DCA

OAKDCA

Oakland

Wed 2/25

5:31 pm-9:59 pm

1 stop25h 28m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 3/1

6:59 pm-10:49 pm

2 stops30h 50m

$307

OaklandWashington, D.C.

OAK - DCA

OAKDCA

Oakland

Wed 1/28

8:10 am-9:59 pm

1 stop10h 49m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 2/1

8:00 am-11:03 am

1 stop30h 03m

$311

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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 January 6, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta 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.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,651 reviews

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

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
11,651 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,651 reviews

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

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.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,247 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,651 reviews

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

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
8,018 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,651 reviews

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

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
9,134 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,651 reviews

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

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.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,277 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,651 reviews

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

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.

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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 6h 50m. Fly via Southwest, Alaska Airlines, or Delta to get the fastest option. Oakland, California and District of Columbia are separated by a distance of 2425 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?

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

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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.

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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 January 6, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$276Average$389FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$296Average$466FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$328Average$636FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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