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$143+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Salinas, CA, CA

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WAS — SFO
Dec 5 — Dec 121
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Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

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eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$245
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$143
(Super.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$457
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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 ($28 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($6 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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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 November 5, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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.
Thu 12/45:45 amBWI - SFO
1 stop10h 33mFrontier
Tue 12/236:00 amSFO - BWI
2 stops39h 29mFrontier
Deal found 11/5$245
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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.
Thu 12/255:30 amBWI - SFO
1 stop10h 43mFrontier
Thu 1/293:46 pmSFO - BWI
2 stops16h 40mFrontier
Deal found 11/4$246
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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.
Mon 11/246:58 pmBWI - SFO
1 stop27h 25mFrontier
Tue 12/910:10 pmSFO - BWI
2 stops33h 09mFrontier
Deal found 11/4$247
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 12/55:45 amBWI - SFO
1 stop10h 33mFrontier
Tue 12/236:00 amSFO - BWI
2 stops39h 29mFrontier
Deal found 11/5$249
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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.
Thu 12/45:45 amBWI - SFO
1 stop10h 33mFrontier
Sun 12/216:00 amSFO - BWI
2 stops35h 35mFrontier
Deal found 11/5$250
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 12/55:45 amBWI - SFO
1 stop10h 33mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/96:20 pmSFO - BWI
1 stop8h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/5$251
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 12/18:45 pmBWI - SFO
2 stops23h 06mFrontier
Sat 12/1311:33 pmSFO - BWI
1 stop8h 32mFrontier
Deal found 11/3$253
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Tue 12/26:29 pmBWI - SFO
2 stops25h 22mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/411:33 pmSFO - BWI
1 stop8h 22mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/3$254
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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.
Sat 11/226:56 pmBWI - SFO
1 stop27h 27mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/306:00 amSFO - BWI
2 stops56h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/4$255
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Wed 12/35:45 amBWI - SFO
1 stop14h 06mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/711:33 pmSFO - BWI
1 stop8h 22mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/5$256
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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.
Mon 12/85:40 amBWI - SFO
1 stop10h 48mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/103:17 pmSFO - BWI
2 stops11h 23mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/4$257
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Thu 12/255:35 amIAD - SFO
1 stop10h 38mFrontier
Sun 2/18:59 pmSFO - IAD
2 stops16h 33mFrontier
Deal found 11/4$258

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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 November 5, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Washington, D.C. to Salinas that are best for you.

Fly from

Washington, D.C.

Fly to

Salinas

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

DCA - SFO

DCASFO

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 11/27

6:00 am-12:08 pm

1 stop9h 08m

San Francisco

Tue 12/2

1:25 pm-9:36 pm

Nonstop5h 11m

$267

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

DCA - SFO

DCASFO

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 1/7

2:00 pm-7:09 pm

1 stop8h 09m

San Francisco

Wed 1/14

12:43 am-11:29 am

1 stop7h 46m

$272

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

IAD - SFO

IADSFO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 1/15

5:26 pm-10:47 pm

1 stop8h 21m

San Francisco

Tue 1/27

5:02 pm-5:04 pm

1 stop21h 02m

$276

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

IAD - SFO

IADSFO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 1/14

5:26 pm-10:47 pm

1 stop8h 21m

San Francisco

Mon 1/19

7:00 am-5:04 pm

1 stop7h 04m

$276

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

IAD - SFO

IADSFO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 12/16

7:01 am-12:36 pm

1 stop8h 35m

San Francisco

Thu 1/8

10:54 pm-11:47 am

1 stop9h 53m

$277

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

IAD - SFO

IADSFO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 12/4

10:08 am-6:16 pm

1 stop11h 08m

San Francisco

Sat 12/6

1:20 pm-11:29 pm

1 stop7h 09m

$277

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

DCA - SFO

DCASFO

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 1/22

7:00 am-10:16 am

Nonstop6h 16m

San Francisco

Mon 1/26

1:39 pm-9:52 pm

Nonstop5h 13m

$277

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

DCA - SFO

DCASFO

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 12/4

6:02 am-10:46 am

1 stop7h 44m

San Francisco

Fri 12/5

12:30 am-11:09 am

1 stop7h 39m

$277

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

DCA - SFO

DCASFO

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 12/12

6:02 am-10:46 am

1 stop7h 44m

San Francisco

Mon 12/15

12:30 am-11:09 am

1 stop7h 39m

$277

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

DCA - SFO

DCASFO

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 12/4

6:59 pm-10:18 pm

Nonstop6h 19m

San Francisco

Sat 12/6

7:35 am-9:59 pm

1 stop11h 24m

$287

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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 October 31, 2025.

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 74 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 September is currently the most expensive (average of $188). 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 November 5, 2025.

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 24% versus a flight in the evening.

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 December 16, 2024.

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

Weekly flight availability from Washington, D.C. to Salinas

Explore weekly flight availability from Washington, D.C. to Salinas. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated November 5, 2025.

The most flights from WAS to S9N are scheduled on a Monday (39 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (34 on average).

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 November 5, 2025.
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.

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Washington, D.C. to Salinas. 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 Washington, D.C. to Salinas?

    For as low as $276, United Airlines can have you in Salinas from Washington, D.C. in 8h 21m. 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 $148 on Alaska Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Southwest from $149 and Delta from $149 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 (96%), Ethiopian Air (95%) or Air China (94%) 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 $991 for a flight from Washington, D.C. to Salinas. The cheapest flight overall is $138 while the most popular route, (Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - San Francisco) is currently priced at $130.

  • 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 September is currently the most expensive (average of $188). 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 November 5, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$104Average$264FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$123Average$282FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
JetBlueCheapest$146Average$332FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$148Average$392FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Sun Country AirCheapest$162Average$365FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
American AirlinesCheapest$184Average$474FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$218Average$397FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$224Average$432FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SouthwestCheapest$226Average$468FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$266Average$505FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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