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

Southwest, Alaska Airlines, and Delta can get you from Oakland, California to Washington, D.C. in just under 9h 15m. Your travel time can differ by up to 5h. Oakland, California and Washington, D.C. are separated by a distance of 2402 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 $276, Delta will fly you from Oakland, California to Washington, D.C. and back. In addition to Delta, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Southwest and United Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $296 and $328, respectively. Delta is priced at 34% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Washington, D.C. ranges from 2.6 - 4.0 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.0 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Washington, D.C. when rainfall is around 2.6 in.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Washington, D.C., use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 80.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 35.6 F).

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 - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National or Oakland - Baltimore/Washington.

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Oakland, California to Washington, D.C.?

Southwest, Delta and United Airlines are the most popular airlines when flying from Oakland, California to Washington, D.C..

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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 3 airlines. Oakland is conveniently located just 7.0 mi from Oakland’s city center.

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

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$134+ Flights from Oakland, CA to Washington, D.C.

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

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment. Oakland, California to Washington, D.C. flights typically cost between $372 and $687 in January. The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 3 days was $266 on Multiple Airlines (Jan 14-Jan 21).

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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 December 18, 2025.

Mon 12/295:55 amOAK - IAD

2 stops10h 15mSouthwest

Mon 1/57:50 pmIAD - OAK

1 stop7h 20mSouthwest

Deal found 12/16

$462

Thu 12/2512:34 pmOAK - IAD

2 stops25h 14mDelta

Wed 1/217:05 amIAD - OAK

1 stop7h 47mDelta

Deal found 12/16

$464

Mon 12/296:20 amOAK - DCA

2 stops8h 40mSouthwest

Mon 1/512:40 pmDCA - OAK

1 stop13h 05mSouthwest

Deal found 12/16

$468

Mon 12/292:10 pmOAK - BWI

1 stop7h 00mSouthwest

Mon 1/56:15 amBWI - OAK

1 stop8h 00mSouthwest

Deal found 12/16

$549

Thu 12/256:10 amOAK - IAD

1 stop8h 59mAlaska Airlines

Wed 1/216:04 pmIAD - OAK

1 stop25h 19mAlaska Airlines

Deal found 12/16

$575

Mon 12/295:55 amOAK - IAD

2 stops10h 15mSouthwest

Sun 1/47:50 pmIAD - OAK

1 stop7h 30mSouthwest

Deal found 12/16

$602

Mon 12/296:20 amOAK - DCA

2 stops8h 40mSouthwest

Sun 1/45:40 pmDCA - OAK

1 stop8h 55mSouthwest

Deal found 12/16

$602

Tue 12/305:25 amOAK - BWI

1 stop7h 40mSouthwest

Tue 1/64:15 pmBWI - OAK

1 stop8h 30mSouthwest

Deal found 12/17

$613

Thu 12/259:49 amOAK - DCA

1 stop9h 10mMultiple Airlines

Wed 1/218:00 amDCA - OAK

1 stop11h 23mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/16

$617

Mon 12/296:55 amOAK - BWI

1 stop7h 40mSouthwest

Sun 1/43:25 pmBWI - OAK

1 stop9h 20mSouthwest

Deal found 12/16

$619

Thu 12/256:10 amOAK - BWI

1 stop8h 50mAlaska Airlines

Wed 1/217:14 pmBWI - OAK

1 stop24h 09mAlaska Airlines

Deal found 12/16

$637

Tue 12/237:15 pmOAK - BWI

1 stop6h 55mSouthwest

Tue 12/306:25 amBWI - OAK

1 stop8h 10mSouthwest

Deal found 12/16

$648

Best flights from Oakland to Washington, D.C.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Oakland to Washington, D.C. that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated December 18, 2025.

Wed 1/79:40 amOAK - IAD

1 stop9h 15mSouthwest

Wed 1/215:30 pmIAD - OAK

1 stop7h 45mSouthwest

Deal found 12/17

$297

Wed 2/118:10 amOAK - DCA

1 stop10h 49mAlaska Airlines

Sat 2/145:06 pmDCA - OAK

1 stop19h 18mAlaska Airlines

Deal found 12/17

$297

Thu 1/85:55 amOAK - IAD

2 stops14h 15mDelta

Wed 1/147:05 amIAD - OAK

1 stop7h 52mDelta

Deal found 12/18

$306

Tue 2/246:15 amOAK - IAD

1 stop8h 05mAlaska Airlines

Wed 2/257:05 amIAD - OAK

1 stop12h 32mAlaska Airlines

Deal found 12/17

$311

Tue 1/64:54 pmOAK - IAD

2 stops27h 16mDelta

Wed 1/147:30 amIAD - OAK

2 stops18h 23mDelta

Deal found 12/16

$316

Wed 2/118:30 pmOAK - DCA

2 stops9h 25mSouthwest

Sat 2/1412:25 pmDCA - OAK

2 stops11h 05mSouthwest

Deal found 12/16

$337

Fri 1/238:03 pmOAK - DCA

1 stop16h 58mAlaska Airlines

Sun 1/255:09 pmDCA - OAK

1 stop19h 37mAlaska Airlines

Deal found 12/17

$316

Thu 1/85:55 amOAK - DCA

1 stop7h 05mDelta

Mon 1/125:10 pmDCA - OAK

1 stop8h 43mDelta

Deal found 12/17

$317

Wed 1/77:50 amOAK - DCA

2 stops9h 25mSouthwest

Wed 1/219:30 amDCA - OAK

2 stops10h 25mSouthwest

Deal found 12/17

$337

Tue 3/36:15 amOAK - BWI

1 stop8h 31mAlaska Airlines

Wed 3/46:46 pmBWI - OAK

1 stop32h 08mAlaska Airlines

Deal found 12/17

$322

Sat 2/75:55 amOAK - IAD

2 stops14h 15mDelta

Wed 2/117:30 amIAD - OAK

2 stops19h 23mDelta

Deal found 12/17

$326

Fri 1/166:00 amOAK - DCA

1 stop13h 40mSouthwest

Sun 1/189:30 amDCA - OAK

1 stop7h 35mSouthwest

Deal found 12/17

$348

Wed 1/75:55 amOAK - IAD

2 stops14h 15mDelta

Wed 1/217:30 amIAD - OAK

2 stops11h 44mDelta

Deal found 12/17

$326

Wed 1/78:10 amOAK - BWI

1 stop31h 04mAlaska Airlines

Wed 1/147:14 pmBWI - OAK

1 stop18h 49mAlaska Airlines

Deal found 12/16

$357

Thu 1/85:55 amOAK - DCA

1 stop7h 05mDelta

Wed 1/149:54 amDCA - OAK

2 stops9h 20mDelta

Deal found 12/18

$352

Wed 1/78:10 amOAK - BWI

1 stop31h 04mAlaska Airlines

Mon 1/127:14 pmBWI - OAK

1 stop24h 09mAlaska Airlines

Deal found 12/17

$363

Sat 1/1012:38 pmOAK - IAD

1 stop8h 10mDelta

Wed 1/147:05 amIAD - OAK

1 stop7h 52mDelta

Deal found 12/16

$358

Wed 3/186:30 amOAK - BWI

1 stop8h 25mAlaska Airlines

Tue 3/246:55 pmBWI - OAK

1 stop18h 25mAlaska Airlines

Deal found 12/18

$363

Fri 1/912:38 pmOAK - IAD

1 stop8h 10mDelta

Wed 1/147:05 amIAD - OAK

1 stop7h 52mDelta

Deal found 12/16

$358

Wed 1/710:30 amOAK - BWI

2 stops28h 44mAlaska Airlines

Sun 1/117:14 pmBWI - OAK

1 stop24h 09mAlaska Airlines

Deal found 12/16

$363

Wed 2/115:55 amOAK - DCA

2 stops13h 05mDelta

Sat 2/145:10 pmDCA - OAK

1 stop7h 36mDelta

Deal found 12/16

$363

Tue 1/63:01 pmOAK - DCA

1 stop27h 58mAlaska Airlines

Sat 1/175:01 pmDCA - OAK

1 stop20h 27mAlaska Airlines

Deal found 12/17

$365

Thu 3/56:15 amOAK - DCA

1 stop12h 44mAlaska Airlines

Sat 3/75:00 pmDCA - OAK

1 stop9h 54mAlaska Airlines

Deal found 12/17

$369

Tue 1/63:01 pmOAK - BWI

1 stop24h 13mAlaska Airlines

Sat 1/177:14 pmBWI - OAK

1 stop24h 09mAlaska Airlines

Deal found 12/16

$387

Thu 1/88:10 amOAK - BWI

1 stop31h 04mAlaska Airlines

Sat 1/107:14 pmBWI - OAK

2 stops17h 32mAlaska Airlines

Deal found 12/17

$390

Wed 3/186:30 amOAK - BWI

1 stop8h 25mAlaska Airlines

Wed 3/256:55 pmBWI - OAK

1 stop18h 25mAlaska Airlines

Deal found 12/18

$393

Wed 1/78:10 amOAK - BWI

1 stop31h 04mAlaska Airlines

Wed 1/217:14 pmBWI - OAK

1 stop18h 49mAlaska Airlines

Deal found 12/17

$402

Tue 3/247:54 pmOAK - BWI

1 stop19h 08mAlaska Airlines

Mon 3/306:55 pmBWI - OAK

1 stop18h 25mAlaska Airlines

Deal found 12/18

$403

Last-minute flights from Oakland to Washington, D.C.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Oakland to Washington, D.C.. Data last updated December 18, 2025 and is based on user searches.

Tue 1/65:55 amOAK - DCA

2 stops9h 32mDelta

Mon 1/125:10 pmDCA - OAK

1 stop8h 43mDelta

Deal found 12/16

$312

Wed 1/78:10 amOAK - DCA

1 stop6h 50mSouthwest

Wed 1/219:30 amDCA - OAK

1 stop7h 35mSouthwest

Deal found 12/17

$268

Wed 1/79:40 amOAK - IAD

1 stop9h 15mSouthwest

Wed 1/215:30 pmIAD - OAK

1 stop7h 45mSouthwest

Deal found 12/17

$297

Thu 1/85:55 amOAK - IAD

2 stops14h 15mDelta

Wed 1/147:05 amIAD - OAK

1 stop7h 52mDelta

Deal found 12/18

$306

Sun 1/116:00 amOAK - DCA

1 stop13h 40mSouthwest

Wed 1/149:30 amDCA - OAK

1 stop7h 35mSouthwest

Deal found 12/17

$298

Wed 1/148:10 amOAK - DCA

1 stop10h 49mMultiple Airlines

Wed 1/218:00 amDCA - OAK

1 stop11h 23mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/16

$266

Wed 1/1411:10 amOAK - DCA

1 stop9h 10mSouthwest

Sat 1/174:40 pmDCA - OAK

1 stop8h 55mSouthwest

Deal found 12/16

$277

Wed 1/218:10 amOAK - DCA

1 stop10h 49mAlaska Airlines

Thu 1/228:59 amDCA - OAK

2 stops14h 41mAlaska Airlines

Deal found 12/16

$296

Wed 1/218:10 amOAK - DCA

1 stop10h 49mAlaska Airlines

Mon 1/265:01 pmDCA - OAK

1 stop26h 22mAlaska Airlines

Deal found 12/16

$311

Tue 1/278:10 amOAK - DCA

1 stop6h 50mSouthwest

Thu 1/299:30 amDCA - OAK

1 stop7h 35mSouthwest

Deal found 12/17

$288

Tue 1/279:20 amOAK - IAD

2 stops9h 35mSouthwest

Thu 1/294:30 pmIAD - OAK

1 stop8h 15mSouthwest

Deal found 12/17

$302

Tue 1/2711:43 amOAK - DCA

2 stops29h 17mAlaska Airlines

Thu 1/298:59 amDCA - OAK

2 stops14h 41mAlaska Airlines

Deal found 12/17

$315

One-way flights from Oakland to Washington, D.C.
Search for one-way flight options from Oakland to Washington, D.C.. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated December 18, 2025.

Wed 1/148:10 amOAK - DCA

1 stop6h 50mSouthwest

Deal found 12/17

$134

Tue 2/39:40 amOAK - IAD

1 stop9h 15mSouthwest

Deal found 12/17

$139

Sat 1/178:10 amOAK - DCA

1 stop10h 49mAlaska Airlines

Deal found 12/17

$139

Tue 1/1312:38 pmOAK - IAD

1 stop8h 10mDelta

Deal found 12/16

$149

Tue 1/135:55 amOAK - DCA

1 stop7h 05mDelta

Deal found 12/17

$149

Tue 1/65:55 amOAK - DCA

2 stops9h 32mDelta

Deal found 12/16

$154

Wed 3/46:15 amOAK - IAD

1 stop8h 05mAlaska Airlines

Deal found 12/16

$158

Fri 1/308:10 amOAK - DCA

1 stop10h 49mAlaska Airlines

Deal found 12/17

$158

Sun 1/115:10 amOAK - IAD

1 stop8h 50mSouthwest

Deal found 12/17

$159

Thu 1/85:55 amOAK - DCA

1 stop7h 05mDelta

Deal found 12/16

$159

Thu 2/57:55 amOAK - IAD

2 stops11h 45mSouthwest

Deal found 12/16

$164

Sun 1/116:00 amOAK - DCA

1 stop13h 40mSouthwest

Deal found 12/17

$164

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One-way from	$134 (Southwest)
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Average price	$622

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Price

OaklandWashington, D.C.

OAK - IAD

OAKIAD

Oakland

Wed 1/7

9:40 am-9:55 pm

1 stop9h 15m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 1/21

5:30 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop7h 45m

$297

OaklandWashington, D.C.

OAK - DCA

OAKDCA

Oakland

Wed 2/11

8:10 am-9:59 pm

1 stop10h 49m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 2/14

5:06 pm-9:24 am

1 stop19h 18m

$297

OaklandWashington, D.C.

OAK - IAD

OAKIAD

Oakland

Thu 1/8

5:55 am-11:10 pm

2 stops14h 15m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 1/14

7:05 am-11:57 am

1 stop7h 52m

$306

OaklandWashington, D.C.

OAK - IAD

OAKIAD

Oakland

Tue 2/24

6:15 am-5:20 pm

1 stop8h 05m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 2/25

7:05 am-4:37 pm

1 stop12h 32m

$311

OaklandWashington, D.C.

OAK - IAD

OAKIAD

Oakland

Tue 1/6

4:54 pm-11:10 pm

2 stops27h 16m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 1/14

7:30 am-10:53 pm

2 stops18h 23m

$316

OaklandWashington, D.C.

OAK - DCA

OAKDCA

Oakland

Fri 1/23

8:03 pm-4:01 pm

1 stop16h 58m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 1/25

5:09 pm-9:46 am

1 stop19h 37m

$316

OaklandWashington, D.C.

OAK - DCA

OAKDCA

Oakland

Thu 1/8

5:55 am-4:00 pm

1 stop7h 05m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 1/12

5:10 pm-10:53 pm

1 stop8h 43m

$317

OaklandBaltimore

OAK - BWI

OAKBWI

Oakland

Tue 3/3

6:15 am-5:46 pm

1 stop8h 31m

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 3/4

6:46 pm-11:54 pm

1 stop32h 08m

$322

OaklandWashington, D.C.

OAK - IAD

OAKIAD

Oakland

Sat 2/7

5:55 am-11:10 pm

2 stops14h 15m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 2/11

7:30 am-11:53 pm

2 stops19h 23m

$326

OaklandWashington, D.C.

OAK - IAD

OAKIAD

Oakland

Wed 1/7

5:55 am-11:10 pm

2 stops14h 15m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 1/21

7:30 am-4:14 pm

2 stops11h 44m

$326

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Expedia	Price Accuracy2 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
eDreams	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
FlightHub	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*1 star

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Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Oakland, California-Washington, D.C. flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Oakland, California-Washington, D.C. flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >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 eDreams the most. eDreams 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.

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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 November is currently the most expensive (average of $236). 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 OAK to WAS?

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Oakland, California to Washington, D.C. in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 39% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Washington, D.C.

See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Spirit Airlines 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.

Alaska Airlines

8.0

Very good

11,477 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

It was a five hour flight and my seat did not recline. I have had three back surgeries and I’m solid bone for my L3 vertebrae all the way to my tailbone. My body has never hurt so much. There was no TV on this flight and only a small can of soda was free.

Alaska Airlines

8.0

Very good

11,477 reviews

Alaska Airlines

8.0

Very good

11,477 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

Southwest

7.9

Good

4,250 reviews

Alaska Airlines

8.0

Very good

11,477 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

Spirit Airlines

6.3

Okay

8,190 reviews

Alaska Airlines

8.0

Very good

11,477 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

Related info for your journey

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 3 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.?
Southwest, Alaska Airlines, and Delta can get you from Oakland, California to Washington, D.C. in just under 9h 15m. Your travel time can differ by up to 5h. Oakland, California and Washington, D.C. are separated by a distance of 2402 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 $276, Delta will fly you from Oakland, California to Washington, D.C. and back. In addition to Delta, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Southwest and United Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $296 and $328, respectively. Delta is priced at 34% 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 - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National or Oakland - Baltimore/Washington.
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 November is currently the most expensive (average of $236). 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 3 airlines flying from Oakland to Washington, D.C.

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Delta	Cheapest$267	Average$438	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A
Southwest	Cheapest$296	Average$469	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time63%
United Airlines	Cheapest$328	Average$636	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%

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$134+ Cheap flights from Oakland, CA (OAK) to Washington, D.C. (WAS)

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