For a smooth departure from IAD, use the Aerotrain to quickly reach your concourse. Pay attention to signage for correct train direction.

Most accurate provider | eDreams 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | eDreams 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $252 (United Airlines) |
One-way from | $129 (Delta) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | February |
Average price | $377 |
Good round-trip deal | $320 or less |
Good one-way deal | $171 or less |
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Fly to
Route
Depart
Return
Price
Washington, D.C.San Diego
IAD - SAN
IADSAN
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Wed 12/3
5:59 pm-11:35 pm
1 stop8h 36m
San Diego
Wed 12/10
7:50 am-6:12 pm
1 stop7h 22m
Washington, D.C.San Diego
IAD - SAN
IADSAN
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Thu 1/1
6:29 pm-9:11 pm
Nonstop5h 42m
San Diego
Sat 1/31
9:10 am-5:04 pm
Nonstop4h 54m
Washington, D.C.San Diego
IAD - SAN
IADSAN
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Wed 12/10
7:01 am-1:02 pm
1 stop9h 01m
San Diego
Wed 12/10
10:15 pm-11:39 am
1 stop10h 24m
Washington, D.C.San Diego
IAD - SAN
IADSAN
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Sun 1/25
6:15 pm-12:15 am
1 stop9h 00m
San Diego
Sat 1/31
1:05 pm-9:01 pm
Nonstop4h 56m
Washington, D.C.San Diego
IAD - SAN
IADSAN
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Thu 12/4
5:37 pm-8:29 pm
Nonstop5h 52m
San Diego
Mon 12/8
9:25 am-5:30 pm
Nonstop5h 05m
Washington, D.C.San Diego
IAD - SAN
IADSAN
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Fri 12/5
7:15 am-2:16 pm
1 stop10h 01m
San Diego
Wed 12/10
12:24 pm-12:12 am
1 stop8h 48m
Washington, D.C.San Diego
IAD - SAN
IADSAN
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Sat 12/6
5:37 pm-8:29 pm
Nonstop5h 52m
San Diego
Sun 12/7
9:25 am-5:30 pm
Nonstop5h 05m
Washington, D.C.San Diego
IAD - SAN
IADSAN
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Wed 12/3
6:00 am-10:26 am
1 stop7h 26m
San Diego
Fri 12/5
1:25 pm-11:29 pm
1 stop7h 04m
Washington, D.C.San Diego
IAD - SAN
IADSAN
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Fri 12/5
6:00 am-10:26 am
1 stop7h 26m
San Diego
Sat 12/6
1:27 pm-11:29 pm
1 stop7h 02m
Washington, D.C.San Diego
IAD - SAN
IADSAN
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Sun 12/7
6:56 pm-11:44 pm
1 stop7h 48m
San Diego
Tue 12/9
2:19 pm-12:12 am
1 stop6h 53m
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*1 star | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*2 stars |
Booking 37 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to San Diego. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.
Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to San Diego (average of $109). Flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to San Diego in June is currently the most expensive (average of $258). 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.
When flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to San Diego, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 44% versus a flight at noon.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to San Diego 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.
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$145 | Average$286 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$158 | Average$345 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time85% | |
| Cheapest$231 | Average$354 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$246 | Average$474 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$257 | Average$443 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$276 | Average$336 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A |