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$79+ Cheap flights from California to Washington, D.C. (WAS)

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 5/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — WAS
May 1 — May 81
Fri 5/1
Fri 5/8
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Washington, D.C.

Cheapest flights from California to Washington, D.C.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Washington, D.C.. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 1, 2026.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Fri 5/18:26 am
ONT
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BWI
1 stop8h 43m
Frontier
Tue 5/54:29 pm
BWI
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ONT
1 stop18h 06m
Frontier
Deal found 3/27$160
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/112:59 am
ONT
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DCA
1 stop9h 01m
Frontier
Sat 5/96:00 pm
DCA
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ONT
1 stop8h 49m
Frontier
Deal found 3/30$160
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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.
Tue 5/58:06 pm
ONT
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BWI
1 stop21h 17m
Frontier
Fri 5/85:17 pm
BWI
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ONT
1 stop18h 03m
Frontier
Deal found 3/30$161
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/2412:59 am
ONT
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DCA
1 stop9h 00m
Frontier
Sat 5/21:59 pm
DCA
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ONT
1 stop12h 56m
Frontier
Deal found 3/31$161
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Fri 5/88:06 pm
ONT
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BWI
1 stop21h 17m
Frontier
Tue 5/124:31 pm
BWI
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ONT
1 stop18h 04m
Frontier
Deal found 3/31$162
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/29. 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.
Tue 4/2112:59 am
ONT
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DCA
1 stop13h 00m
Frontier
Sun 4/267:59 am
DCA
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ONT
1 stop26h 32m
Frontier
Deal found 3/29$162
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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.
Fri 5/18:26 am
ONT
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BWI
1 stop8h 43m
Frontier
Mon 5/412:15 pm
BWI
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ONT
1 stop22h 20m
Frontier
Deal found 3/30$166
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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.
Mon 4/2012:59 am
ONT
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DCA
1 stop9h 00m
Frontier
Tue 4/287:59 am
DCA
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ONT
1 stop18h 56m
Frontier
Deal found 3/30$167
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/3012:59 am
ONT
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DCA
1 stop18h 00m
Frontier
Thu 5/77:00 am
DCA
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ONT
1 stop30h 05m
Frontier
Deal found 3/31$171
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Sun 5/38:21 am
ONT
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BWI
1 stop23h 59m
Frontier
Tue 5/54:29 pm
BWI
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ONT
1 stop18h 06m
Frontier
Deal found 3/31$172
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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.
Wed 5/66:00 am
ONT
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DCA
1 stop27h 59m
Frontier
Fri 5/86:00 pm
DCA
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ONT
1 stop19h 05m
Frontier
Deal found 4/1$172
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/2212:59 am
ONT
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DCA
1 stop9h 00m
Frontier
Tue 4/287:59 am
DCA
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ONT
1 stop18h 56m
Frontier
Deal found 3/30$177

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

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Washington, D.C. flight deals. Data was last updated April 1, 2026.

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Round-trip from

$160
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$79
(Super.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$357

Good round-trip deal

$322 or less

Good one-way deal

$199 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from California to Washington, D.C. 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 April 1, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Washington, D.C. that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

San DiegoWashington, D.C.

SAN - IAD

SANIAD

San Diego

Thu 4/23

10:30 pm-9:15 am

1 stop7h 45m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 4/27

6:00 am-10:44 am

1 stop7h 44m

$257

San DiegoWashington, D.C.

SAN - IAD

SANIAD

San Diego

Sat 4/25

6:15 am-4:30 pm

1 stop7h 15m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 4/27

6:00 am-10:44 am

1 stop7h 44m

$257

San DiegoWashington, D.C.

SAN - IAD

SANIAD

San Diego

Sat 4/25

8:40 am-10:55 pm

2 stops11h 15m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 4/27

4:30 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop8h 30m

$285

San DiegoWashington, D.C.

SAN - IAD

SANIAD

San Diego

Sat 4/25

8:40 am-10:55 pm

2 stops11h 15m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 5/2

5:05 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop7h 20m

$285

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX - IAD

LAXIAD

Los Angeles

Thu 6/25

10:41 pm-6:47 am

Nonstop5h 06m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 6/30

7:00 am-9:26 am

Nonstop5h 26m

$297

San DiegoWashington, D.C.

SAN - IAD

SANIAD

San Diego

Wed 5/13

6:15 am-6:43 pm

1 stop9h 28m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 5/16

7:30 am-12:04 pm

1 stop7h 34m

$297

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX - DCA

LAXDCA

Los Angeles

Fri 5/1

11:52 am-8:00 pm

Nonstop5h 08m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 5/7

9:59 am-12:46 pm

Nonstop5h 47m

$317

San DiegoWashington, D.C.

SAN - IAD

SANIAD

San Diego

Tue 5/5

9:35 am-5:41 pm

Nonstop5h 06m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 5/6

6:56 pm-9:40 pm

Nonstop5h 44m

$317

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX - DCA

LAXDCA

Los Angeles

Thu 7/9

5:20 am-4:45 pm

1 stop8h 25m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 7/10

5:20 pm-9:35 pm

1 stop7h 15m

$317

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX - DCA

LAXDCA

Los Angeles

Tue 5/12

9:35 am-8:45 pm

2 stops8h 10m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 5/19

4:55 pm-11:40 pm

1 stop9h 45m

$318

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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Washington, D.C. from California with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from California to Washington, D.C.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Washington, D.C. (average of $93). Flying from California to Washington, D.C. in December is currently the most expensive (average of $179). 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 CA to WAS?

Find hourly flight availability from California to Washington, D.C.. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 1, 2026.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from California to Washington, D.C. is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 28% on airfare.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from California to Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on March 28, 2026.

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

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

Explore weekly flight availability from California to Washington, D.C.. 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 April 1, 2026.

The most flights from USCA to WAS are scheduled on a Monday (42 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (22 on average).

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

Related info for your journey

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

    There are many flights that can get you from California to Washington, D.C. in 5h 06m. Fly via Delta, Southwest, or United Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance from California to Washington, D.C. is about 2282 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from California to Washington, D.C. one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Spirit Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $48. However, be on the lookout for offers from Frontier and American Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from California to Washington, D.C. for a low price.

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

    Most travelers choose Los Angeles - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National, Los Angeles - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl or Los Angeles - Baltimore/Washington when deciding on the best route from California to Washington, D.C..

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from California to Washington, D.C. are Air China (88%), Asiana Airlines (87%) and Lufthansa (85%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $158. While the most popular route (Los Angeles - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National) can be booked for $168 on average, our data indicates $1,110 when flying from California to Washington, D.C..

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

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

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

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from California to Washington, D.C..

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Washington, D.C. (average of $93). Flying from California to Washington, D.C. in December is currently the most expensive (average of $179). 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 California to Washington, D.C.

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from California to Washington, D.C.. 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 April 1, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$50Average$221FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$99Average$273FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$113Average$363FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
DeltaCheapest$128Average$395FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Sun Country AirCheapest$140Average$355FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
JetBlueCheapest$147Average$357FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
SouthwestCheapest$159Average$445FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$172Average$449FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$178Average$459FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$197Average$385FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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