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$134+ 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 1/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
OAK — WAS
Jan 8 — Jan 151
Thu 1/8
Thu 1/15
1 adult, Economy
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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 9, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/8. 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 12/317:50 amOAK - DCA
1 stop12h 05mSouthwest
Tue 1/64:05 pmDCA - OAK
1 stop8h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 12/8$352
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Wed 12/317:50 amOAK - BWI
1 stop7h 10mSouthwest
Tue 1/66:20 amBWI - OAK
1 stop11h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 12/8$425
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Tue 12/306:05 amOAK - DCA
1 stop12h 50mSouthwest
Tue 1/64:05 pmDCA - OAK
1 stop8h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 12/8$432
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Tue 12/307:25 pmOAK - BWI
1 stop7h 20mSouthwest
Tue 1/66:20 amBWI - OAK
1 stop8h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 12/8$447
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Wed 12/3112:35 pmOAK - IAD
1 stop6h 35mSouthwest
Tue 1/65:30 pmIAD - OAK
1 stop7h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 12/8$448
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/7. 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.
Thu 12/2512:34 pmOAK - IAD
1 stop7h 44mDelta
Fri 1/97:05 amIAD - OAK
1 stop7h 52mDelta
Deal found 12/7$457
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Wed 12/316:10 amOAK - BWI
1 stop20h 34mAlaska Airlines
Tue 1/67:04 amBWI - OAK
2 stops15h 48mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/8$458
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/7. 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.
Thu 12/258:20 amOAK - DCA
1 stop7h 00mSouthwest
Mon 1/512:40 pmDCA - OAK
1 stop13h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 12/7$458
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/7. 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 12/316:10 amOAK - BWI
1 stop20h 34mAlaska Airlines
Mon 1/57:00 pmBWI - OAK
1 stop22h 07mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/7$472
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/8. 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 12/313:01 pmOAK - BWI
1 stop11h 43mAlaska Airlines
Tue 1/207:14 pmBWI - OAK
1 stop24h 09mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/8$480
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/8. 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 12/306:20 amOAK - DCA
2 stops8h 40mSouthwest
Mon 1/56:10 amDCA - OAK
1 stop12h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 12/8$482
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Tue 12/307:25 pmOAK - BWI
1 stop7h 20mSouthwest
Mon 1/56:15 amBWI - OAK
1 stop8h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 12/8$484

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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 December 9, 2025.

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eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$272
(Southwest)

One-way from

$134
(Southwest)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$622
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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 December 9, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Oakland to Washington, D.C. that are best for you.

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Oakland

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Washington, D.C.

Route

Depart

Return

Price

OaklandWashington, D.C.

OAK - DCA

OAKDCA

Oakland

Wed 1/21

8:10 am-9:59 pm

1 stop10h 49m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 1/28

8:00 am-4:23 pm

1 stop11h 23m

$277

OaklandWashington, D.C.

OAK - DCA

OAKDCA

Oakland

Thu 2/5

5:55 am-4:00 pm

1 stop7h 05m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 2/24

5:10 pm-11:51 pm

1 stop9h 41m

$307

OaklandWashington, D.C.

OAK - DCA

OAKDCA

Oakland

Wed 1/7

5:55 am-10:00 pm

2 stops13h 05m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 1/9

12:55 pm-10:53 pm

2 stops12h 58m

$317

OaklandWashington, D.C.

OAK - IAD

OAKIAD

Oakland

Tue 1/6

3:01 pm-5:04 pm

2 stops23h 03m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 1/17

6:04 pm-10:28 am

1 stop19h 24m

$325

OaklandWashington, D.C.

OAK - DCA

OAKDCA

Oakland

Sat 1/17

8:10 am-9:59 pm

1 stop10h 49m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 1/21

5:09 pm-4:23 pm

2 stops26h 14m

$330

OaklandWashington, D.C.

OAK - IAD

OAKIAD

Oakland

Tue 1/6

5:25 am-4:50 pm

1 stop8h 25m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 1/13

9:05 am-4:55 pm

2 stops10h 50m

$332

OaklandWashington, D.C.

OAK - IAD

OAKIAD

Oakland

Wed 1/7

8:10 am-5:04 pm

2 stops29h 54m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 1/9

6:04 pm-4:28 pm

1 stop25h 24m

$335

OaklandWashington, D.C.

OAK - DCA

OAKDCA

Oakland

Mon 1/26

12:30 pm-11:20 pm

2 stops7h 50m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 1/28

9:30 am-4:55 pm

2 stops10h 25m

$337

OaklandWashington, D.C.

OAK - IAD

OAKIAD

Oakland

Wed 2/4

12:33 pm-11:48 pm

1 stop8h 15m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 2/24

7:05 am-11:55 am

1 stop7h 50m

$337

OaklandWashington, D.C.

OAK - IAD

OAKIAD

Oakland

Tue 1/6

3:01 pm-5:04 pm

2 stops23h 03m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 1/12

6:04 pm-11:03 am

1 stop19h 59m

$345

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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 December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice 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 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.

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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Washington, D.C. from Oakland with our price prediction graph.
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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 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?

Find hourly flight availability from Oakland 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 December 9, 2025.

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.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Oakland to Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on August 31, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Oakland, California to Washington, D.C. flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings 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.

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 December 9, 2025.
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
11,423 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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
11,423 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,423 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,252 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,423 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,172 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,423 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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.

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 4 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, Delta, and Southwest can get you from Oakland, California to Washington, D.C. in just under 7h 05m. Your travel time can differ by up to 3h 44m. 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 $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 36% 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 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 4 airlines flying from Oakland to Washington, D.C.

Discover the top 4 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 December 9, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$169Average$271FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$267Average$438FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$296Average$469FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$328Average$636FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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