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$78+ Cheap flights from Orange County 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 2/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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Feb 5 — Feb 121
Thu 2/5
Thu 2/12
1 adult, Economy
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Most accurate provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Most trusted provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Round-trip from

$181
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$78
(Trip.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$334
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Cheapest flights from Orange County to District of Columbia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Orange County to District of Columbia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 6, 2026.

This CheapOair 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 1/2611:33 amSNA - DCA
1 stop7h 26mFrontier
Thu 1/296:00 pmDCA - SNA
1 stop20h 32mFrontier
Deal found 1/5$181
This CheapOair 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/2812:25 pmSNA - DCA
1 stop21h 50mFrontier
Thu 3/58:00 amDCA - SNA
1 stop29h 47mFrontier
Deal found 1/6$184
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.
Sun 2/227:20 pmSNA - DCA
2 stops38h 55mFrontier
Sat 2/286:00 pmDCA - SNA
1 stop19h 37mFrontier
Deal found 1/6$190
This Expedia 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/911:25 amSNA - DCA
1 stop7h 34mFrontier
Mon 4/138:00 amDCA - SNA
1 stop7h 42mFrontier
Deal found 1/5$201
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/612:17 pmSNA - DCA
1 stop25h 42mMultiple Airlines
Mon 2/98:00 amDCA - SNA
2 stops15h 57mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/5$210
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 2/13:56 pmSNA - DCA
2 stops22h 03mFrontier
Sat 2/76:00 pmDCA - SNA
1 stop20h 32mFrontier
Deal found 1/4$213
This CheapOair 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 1/1811:28 amSNA - DCA
1 stop7h 31mFrontier
Sat 1/248:00 amDCA - SNA
1 stop30h 32mFrontier
Deal found 1/4$216
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/3. 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 2/234:37 pmSNA - DCA
2 stops17h 38mMultiple Airlines
Thu 2/262:00 pmDCA - SNA
1 stop23h 46mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/3$218
This Priceline 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 1/1511:28 amSNA - DCA
1 stop7h 31mFrontier
Sat 1/178:00 amDCA - SNA
1 stop10h 00mFrontier
Deal found 1/4$222
This CheapOair 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 1/173:55 pmSNA - DCA
1 stop22h 04mFrontier
Wed 1/212:00 pmDCA - SNA
1 stop23h 58mFrontier
Deal found 1/6$223
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/3. 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.
Sat 1/173:55 pmSNA - DCA
1 stop18h 07mFrontier
Sun 1/186:00 pmDCA - SNA
1 stop20h 17mFrontier
Deal found 1/3$229
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 3/49:55 amLGB - DCA
1 stop6h 20mSouthwest
Tue 3/106:10 amDCA - LGB
1 stop10h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 1/5$233

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Orange County 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 January 6, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Orange County to District of Columbia that are best for you.

Fly from

Orange County

Fly to

District of Columbia

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Santa AnaWashington, D.C.

SNA - DCA

SNADCA

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 1/29

11:53 am-1:02 pm

1 stop22h 09m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 2/1

6:00 pm-10:48 am

1 stop19h 48m

$216

Santa AnaWashington, D.C.

SNA - DCA

SNADCA

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sun 1/18

11:28 am-9:59 pm

1 stop7h 31m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 1/24

8:00 am-11:32 am

1 stop30h 32m

$216

Long BeachWashington, D.C.

LGB - DCA

LGBDCA

Long Beach Municipal

Wed 3/4

9:55 am-7:15 pm

1 stop6h 20m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 3/10

6:10 am-2:00 pm

1 stop10h 50m

$233

Long BeachWashington, D.C.

LGB - DCA

LGBDCA

Long Beach Municipal

Tue 2/10

9:55 am-10:00 pm

1 stop9h 05m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 2/11

1:55 pm-7:30 pm

1 stop8h 35m

$237

Long BeachWashington, D.C.

LGB - DCA

LGBDCA

Long Beach Municipal

Wed 3/4

8:10 am-7:00 pm

2 stops7h 50m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 3/8

2:50 pm-7:50 pm

1 stop8h 00m

$262

Santa AnaWashington, D.C.

SNA - DCA

SNADCA

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 2/3

8:00 am-6:41 pm

1 stop7h 41m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 2/10

5:00 pm-10:24 pm

1 stop8h 24m

$269

Santa AnaWashington, D.C.

SNA - DCA

SNADCA

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 1/27

8:15 am-9:59 pm

1 stop10h 44m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 2/3

8:00 am-2:46 pm

1 stop9h 46m

$269

Santa AnaWashington, D.C.

SNA - DCA

SNADCA

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 1/16

12:12 pm-4:59 pm

1 stop25h 47m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 1/18

2:00 pm-11:17 am

1 stop24h 17m

$270

Long BeachWashington, D.C.

LGB - DCA

LGBDCA

Long Beach Municipal

Thu 4/16

12:05 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop7h 55m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 4/19

7:40 am-2:15 pm

1 stop9h 35m

$277

Long BeachWashington, D.C.

LGB - DCA

LGBDCA

Long Beach Municipal

Fri 3/27

12:25 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop7h 30m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 3/31

6:05 am-1:35 pm

1 stop10h 30m

$277

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

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

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Orange County to District of Columbia (average of $99). Flying from Orange County to District of Columbia in March is currently the most expensive (average of $273). 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.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Orange County to District of Columbia have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

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
4,248 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

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
8,018 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

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
9,132 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

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.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,084 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

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.
Frontier
5.7
Fair
3,063 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

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.

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from Orange County to District of Columbia?

    Airlines like Frontier, Southwest, and United Airlines fly from Orange County to District of Columbia in about 6h 20m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 15h 49m. Orange County and District of Columbia are separated by a distance of 2294 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    $65 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Frontier. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Breeze Airways and Southwest, with prices starting from $78 and $99, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Orange County to District of Columbia (average of $99). Flying from Orange County to District of Columbia in March is currently the most expensive (average of $273). 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 7 airlines flying from Orange County to District of Columbia

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Orange County 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
FrontierCheapest$130Average$231FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$134Average$215FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$238Average$412FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$258Average$466FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$278Average$470FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$331Average$472FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$347Average$397FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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