Salinas

$133+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Salinas, CA, CA

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WAS — SFO
mar 13 — mar 201
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Cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Salinas
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Washington, D.C. to Salinas. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on febbraio 11, 2026.

This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar 3/247:00 am
IAD
-
SFO
1 stop15h 14m
Frontier
mer 4/110:23 pm
SFO
-
IAD
1 stop15h 16m
Frontier
Deal found 2/10$249
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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.
ven 2/206:00 pm
DCA
-
SFO
1 stop17h 03m
Frontier
ven 2/276:15 am
SFO
-
DCA
1 stop7h 44m
Frontier
Deal found 2/9$249
This Orbitz 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
ven 4/37:00 am
DCA
-
SFO
1 stop16h 10m
Frontier
mer 4/89:00 pm
SFO
-
DCA
1 stop12h 02m
Frontier
Deal found 2/10$250
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mer 4/296:20 am
IAD
-
SFO
2 stops20h 05m
Frontier
ven 5/110:38 pm
SFO
-
IAD
1 stop8h 16m
Frontier
Deal found 2/11$251
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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.
lun 3/26:59 pm
DCA
-
SFO
Nonstop6h 20m
Hawaiian Airlines
mar 3/108:42 am
SFO
-
DCA
1 stop10h 17m
Hawaiian Airlines
Deal found 2/9$251
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mer 3/45:37 pm
IAD
-
SFO
1 stop8h 33m
American Airlines
sab 3/76:00 am
SFO
-
IAD
2 stops11h 30m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/9$252
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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.
lun 3/96:00 pm
DCA
-
SFO
1 stop9h 28m
Multiple Airlines
mer 3/119:46 am
SFO
-
DCA
Nonstop5h 13m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/9$252
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sab 2/2810:29 am
IAD
-
SFO
1 stop14h 52m
Frontier
mer 3/47:15 pm
SFO
-
IAD
2 stops12h 18m
Frontier
Deal found 2/10$253
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mer 2/182:00 pm
DCA
-
SFO
1 stop21h 03m
Frontier
lun 2/236:15 am
SFO
-
DCA
1 stop28h 00m
Frontier
Deal found 2/11$253
This Orbitz 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
gio 3/52:00 pm
DCA
-
SFO
1 stop13h 28m
Frontier
dom 3/89:04 pm
SFO
-
DCA
1 stop12h 58m
Frontier
Deal found 2/10$254
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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.
gio 2/262:00 pm
DCA
-
SFO
1 stop13h 28m
Frontier
lun 3/28:16 pm
SFO
-
DCA
2 stops13h 59m
Frontier
Deal found 2/9$255
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
ven 3/136:20 am
IAD
-
SFO
1 stop15h 54m
Frontier
mar 3/246:00 am
SFO
-
IAD
2 stops14h 56m
Frontier
Deal found 2/10$256

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

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Washington, D.C. to Salinas flight deals. Data was last updated febbraio 11, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$249
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$133
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$402
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From Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Salinas
One-way flight from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Salinas
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($26 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($6 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2026

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Washington, D.C. to Salinas 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 febbraio 11, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Washington, D.C. to Salinas that are best for you.

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Washington, D.C.

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Return

Price

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

IAD - SFO

IADSFO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

mer 4/22

12:42 pm-8:24 pm

1 stop10h 42m

San Francisco

sab 4/25

5:50 am-4:30 pm

1 stop7h 40m

$257

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

IAD - SFO

IADSFO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

lun 3/9

10:10 pm-1:28 am

Nonstop6h 18m

San Francisco

lun 3/16

10:45 pm-6:56 am

Nonstop5h 11m

$257

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

IAD - SFO

IADSFO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

mar 3/17

6:00 am-10:45 am

1 stop7h 45m

San Francisco

mer 3/18

5:50 am-4:52 pm

1 stop8h 02m

$257

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

IAD - SFO

IADSFO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

mar 4/7

6:00 am-10:45 am

1 stop7h 45m

San Francisco

mer 4/15

5:50 am-4:15 pm

1 stop7h 25m

$257

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

IAD - SFO

IADSFO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

mer 3/18

6:00 am-10:45 am

1 stop7h 45m

San Francisco

mer 3/25

5:50 am-4:52 pm

1 stop8h 02m

$257

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

DCA - SFO

DCASFO

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

mar 3/31

4:40 pm-11:57 pm

1 stop10h 17m

San Francisco

mar 4/7

10:40 pm-8:43 am

1 stop7h 03m

$257

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

IAD - SFO

IADSFO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

mar 3/3

7:30 am-1:48 pm

1 stop9h 18m

San Francisco

lun 3/16

10:40 pm-11:32 am

1 stop9h 52m

$267

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

IAD - SFO

IADSFO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

mar 4/7

6:00 am-10:45 am

1 stop7h 45m

San Francisco

lun 4/13

5:50 am-4:15 pm

1 stop7h 25m

$267

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

IAD - SFO

IADSFO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

mar 3/10

7:00 am-1:27 pm

1 stop9h 27m

San Francisco

mar 3/10

10:35 pm-9:10 am

1 stop7h 35m

$267

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

IAD - SFO

IADSFO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

mar 4/21

7:00 am-2:05 pm

1 stop10h 05m

San Francisco

ven 4/24

10:55 pm-10:18 am

1 stop8h 23m

$267

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

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Washington, D.C. to Salinas

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. to Salinas. Price data was last updated on February 6, 2026.

The price you pay for your flight from Washington, D.C. to Salinas may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 70 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Salinas (average of $102). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Salinas in February is currently the most expensive (average of $201). 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 S9N?

Find hourly flight availability from Washington, D.C. to Salinas. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated febbraio 11, 2026.

When flying from Washington, D.C. to Salinas, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 38% versus a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Washington, D.C. to Salinas?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. to Salinas. Price data was last updated on September 28, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Washington, D.C. to Salinas flight should consider departing on Saturday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Salinas

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Salinas. 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 Salinas. Reviews last updated febbraio 11, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, and United Airlines from Washington, D.C. to Salinas have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

The good customer service team made you fell welcome on the flight.

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

The good customer service team made you fell welcome on the flight.

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

The good customer service team made you fell welcome on the flight.

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

The good customer service team made you fell welcome on the flight.

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

The good customer service team made you fell welcome on the flight.

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

The good customer service team made you fell welcome on the flight.

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from Washington, D.C. to Salinas?

    For as low as $257, Delta can have you in Salinas from Washington, D.C. in 6h 18m. The distance between Washington, D.C. and Salinas is about 2412 mi. 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 Salinas one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $68 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Southwest from $92 and Hawaiian Airlines from $118 one-way.

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

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

    Consider Egyptair (82%), Air China (77%) or Air New Zealand (77%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Washington, D.C. to Salinas.

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

    On average you can expect to pay $1,467 for a flight from Washington, D.C. to Salinas. The cheapest flight overall is $138 while the most popular route, (Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - San Francisco) is currently priced at $217.

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

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

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

    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 Salinas.

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

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

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Salinas (average of $102). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Salinas in February is currently the most expensive (average of $201). 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 Washington, D.C. to Salinas

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Washington, D.C. to Salinas. 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 febbraio 11, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$75Average$292FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$102Average$254FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$138Average$391FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$138Average$392FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
JetBlueCheapest$141Average$332FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Sun Country AirCheapest$142Average$335FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
American AirlinesCheapest$184Average$521FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$198Average$512FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$222Average$458FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$224Average$410FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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