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How to find the cheapest flight from
California to Washington (WAS)

How far in advance should I book a flight from California to Washington?

When searching for a good deal, it’s best to be prepared for potential fluctuations in price. We recommend booking at least 28 days in advance, which can save you up to 11% on flights from California to Washington compared to booking the week you need them. Waiting 28 days out may not be for everyone, so we have options available for flights within the next two weeks, with the lowest price starting at $252. For sooner than that we have options available in the next 3 days from $276.

What is the cheapest month to fly from California to Washington?

Our data shows that February tends to be the cheapest month to fly to Washington from California. Users have commonly found prices around $243 for the month, but tickets can be as low as $119. Due to multiple factors, prepare for potentially higher prices in December.

One-way flights to Washington from California

The cheapest one-way flights from California to Washington

7:42 am - 3:27 pm

Spirit Airlines

Nonstop

4h 45m

LAX - BWI

$61

Gotogate

6:02 pm - 1:55 am

Spirit Airlines

Nonstop

4h 53m

LAX - BWI

$64

Travelgenio

7:42 am - 3:27 pm

Spirit Airlines

Nonstop

4h 45m

LAX - BWI

$65

Travelgenio

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From California to Washington

Are flight prices decreasing from California to Washington due to COVID-19 (coronavirus)?

At this time, Cheapflights has noticed price decreases for many domestic flights due to COVID-19. Travel is not necessarily recommended at this time, and flights may be prone to cancellation: please check with local authorities in both California and Washington for travel alerts, and be sure to review the airline's cancellation policy and travel advisories before booking. For more information, please view our post on what to know about COVID-19 (coronavirus) and travel.

Can I find flights from California to Washington for under $100 on Cheapflights?

Yes, there are multiple flights from California to Washington for under $100. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Spirit Airlines for just $88, but on average you can expect to pay $113.

Are there nonstop flights from California to Washington for under $200 on Cheapflights?

Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from California to Washington under $200. A good price for a nonstop flight from California to Washington is less than $129.

Are there last-minute flights available from California to Washington for under $200?

There are currently 20+ open flights from California to Washington within the next 7 days for less than $200.

What are the most popular airlines that fly from California to Washington?

Before booking your flight from California to Washington check out the most popular airlines for this route: Major Airline, American Airlines or Alaska Airlines.

What are the most popular routes from California to Washington?

While some choose either Los Angeles - Baltimore/Washington or San Francisco - Washington Reagan-National, Los Angeles - Washington Reagan-National is the most popular route from California to Washington.

What are the cheapest Flights from California to Washington?

Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $134. While the most popular route (Los Angeles - Washington Reagan-National) can be booked for $142 on average our data indicates $287 when flying from California to Washington

What are the most reliable airlines from California to Washington?

Before booking your flight to Washington from California, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Asiana Airlines (99%), Air New Zealand (96%), Air China( 96%).

How long is the flight from California to Washington?

There are many flights that can get you from California to Washington in 4h 45m. Fly via Spirit Airlines to get the fastest option. All flights are typically nonstop.