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$137+ Cheap flights from Oakland, CA (OAK) 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 5/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
OAK — WAS
Mar 30 — Apr 61
Mon 3/30
Mon 4/6
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Oakland to Washington, D.C.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Oakland to Washington, D.C.. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 28, 2026.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/24. 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.
Tue 4/217:00 am
OAK
-
IAD
1 stop19h 40m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 5/57:10 am
IAD
-
OAK
2 stops18h 13m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 2/24$279
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/25. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/1411:55 pm
OAK
-
DCA
1 stop8h 10m
Southwest
Tue 4/213:40 pm
DCA
-
OAK
1 stop10h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 2/25$279
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/25. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/146:00 am
OAK
-
IAD
1 stop6h 50m
Southwest
Tue 4/216:20 am
IAD
-
OAK
2 stops9h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 2/25$284
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/25. 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.
Sat 5/26:46 am
OAK
-
IAD
1 stop7h 55m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 5/59:00 am
IAD
-
OAK
2 stops12h 39m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 2/25$286
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/28. 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.
Tue 4/146:40 pm
OAK
-
IAD
1 stop8h 00m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 4/217:11 pm
IAD
-
OAK
2 stops22h 27m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 2/28$289
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/25. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/285:04 pm
OAK
-
BWI
1 stop9h 56m
Delta
Tue 5/57:15 am
BWI
-
OAK
1 stop7h 38m
Delta
Deal found 2/25$297
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/25. 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.
Wed 4/292:09 pm
OAK
-
IAD
1 stop12h 41m
Alaska Airlines
Mon 5/47:20 pm
IAD
-
OAK
1 stop16h 53m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 2/25$298
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/26. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/131:01 pm
OAK
-
IAD
1 stop7h 58m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 5/197:37 pm
IAD
-
OAK
1 stop31h 13m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 2/26$300
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/24. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/66:00 am
OAK
-
IAD
1 stop6h 50m
Southwest
Sat 5/95:50 am
IAD
-
OAK
2 stops9h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 2/24$301
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/24. 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.
Mon 4/273:18 pm
OAK
-
IAD
1 stop23h 23m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 4/297:10 am
IAD
-
OAK
2 stops18h 13m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 2/24$302
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/24. 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.
Tue 4/286:46 am
OAK
-
IAD
2 stops14h 23m
Alaska Airlines
Mon 5/47:10 am
IAD
-
OAK
1 stop18h 22m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 2/24$304
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/24. 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.
Mon 4/273:18 pm
OAK
-
IAD
1 stop23h 23m
Alaska Airlines
Thu 4/307:10 am
IAD
-
OAK
1 stop18h 22m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 2/24$308

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

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Oakland (OAK) to Washington, D.C. (WAS). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated February 28, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$279
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$137
(CheapOair)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$510
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Oakland 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 February 28, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Oakland to Washington, D.C. that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

OaklandWashington, D.C.

OAK - DCA

OAKDCA

Oakland

Thu 5/7

2:09 pm-9:00 pm

2 stops27h 51m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 5/9

8:59 am-10:32 pm

2 stops16h 33m

$324

OaklandWashington, D.C.

OAK - DCA

OAKDCA

Oakland

Wed 4/1

5:50 am-7:20 pm

1 stop10h 30m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 4/7

7:00 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop7h 25m

$382

OaklandWashington, D.C.

OAK - DCA

OAKDCA

Oakland

Wed 4/15

9:20 pm-8:55 am

2 stops8h 35m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 4/19

6:10 am-2:05 pm

1 stop10h 55m

$387

OaklandBaltimore

OAK - BWI

OAKBWI

Oakland

Wed 4/1

11:55 pm-12:05 pm

2 stops9h 10m

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 4/7

2:00 pm-6:50 pm

1 stop7h 50m

$402

OaklandBaltimore

OAK - BWI

OAKBWI

Oakland

Thu 4/30

6:41 am-5:44 am

2 stops20h 03m

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 5/4

7:16 pm-1:15 pm

1 stop20h 59m

$422

OaklandWashington, D.C.

OAK - DCA

OAKDCA

Oakland

Thu 6/11

8:35 pm-8:45 am

2 stops9h 10m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 6/16

6:05 am-1:50 pm

1 stop10h 45m

$422

OaklandWashington, D.C.

OAK - IAD

OAKIAD

Oakland

Sun 5/17

12:30 pm-12:40 am

1 stop9h 10m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 5/24

4:55 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop10h 00m

$437

OaklandBaltimore

OAK - BWI

OAKBWI

Oakland

Thu 6/11

1:55 pm-12:35 am

1 stop7h 40m

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 6/16

6:20 am-10:50 am

1 stop7h 30m

$446

OaklandWashington, D.C.

OAK - IAD

OAKIAD

Oakland

Thu 4/30

5:20 am-5:05 pm

2 stops8h 45m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 5/3

4:25 pm-11:35 pm

2 stops10h 10m

$447

OaklandWashington, D.C.

OAK - DCA

OAKDCA

Oakland

Thu 6/4

5:00 am-4:45 pm

1 stop8h 45m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 6/7

4:10 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop10h 15m

$457

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Oakland to Washington, D.C. in February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Oakland, California-Washington, D.C. flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Oakland, California-Washington, D.C. flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Oakland, California-Washington, D.C. flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Oakland, California-Washington, D.C. flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Oakland, California-Washington, D.C. flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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

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

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Oakland, California to Washington, D.C. (average of $118). Flying from Oakland, California to Washington, D.C. in December is currently the most expensive (average of $237). 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Washington, D.C.

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Washington, D.C.. 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 Washington, D.C.. Reviews last updated February 28, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest from Oakland to Washington, D.C. have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,303 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,303 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,303 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Oakland 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.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Oakland to Washington, D.C.?

    Most people fly from Oakland (OAK) if they book a flight from Oakland to Washington, D.C.. On average, Oakland has 0 outbound flights to Washington, D.C. per day from 2 airlines. Oakland is conveniently located just 7.0 mi from Oakland’s city center.

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

    Alaska Airlines and Southwest can get you from Oakland, California to Washington, D.C. in just under 10h 30m. Your travel time can differ by up to 17h 21m. Oakland, California and Washington, D.C. are separated by a distance of 2425 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Oakland, California to Washington, D.C. round-trip?

    Currently priced at $286, Southwest will fly you from Oakland, California to Washington, D.C. and back. In addition to Southwest, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Check Cheapflights for deals on United Airlines for as low as $328. Southwest is priced at 33% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    The most popular route from Oakland, California to Washington, D.C. is Oakland - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl. You may also consider Oakland - Baltimore/Washington or Oakland - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National.

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Oakland, California to Washington, D.C. (average of $118). Flying from Oakland, California to Washington, D.C. in December is currently the most expensive (average of $237). 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 2 airlines flying from Oakland to Washington, D.C.

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Oakland 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 February 28, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SouthwestCheapest$286Average$460FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$328Average$636FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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