Washington, D.C.

$53+ Cheap flights from Orange County 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 5/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SNA — WAS
May 6 — May 131
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Cheap flight deals from Orange County to Washington, D.C.

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Orange County to Washington, D.C. flight deals. Data was last updated May 1, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$106
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$53
(Priceline)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$336
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From Orange County to Washington, D.C. (WAS)
One-way flight from Orange County to Washington, D.C. (WAS)
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($40 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($9 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in May 2025

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Cheapest flights from Orange County to Washington, D.C.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Orange County to Washington, D.C.. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 1, 2025.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/284:27 pmSNA - BWI
1 stop10h 43mSpirit Airlines
Wed 6/47:17 amBWI - SNA
1 stop10h 04mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/29$106
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Sat 5/107:58 pmSNA - BWI
1 stop7h 12mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/126:12 pmBWI - SNA
1 stop20h 16mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$246
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/812:14 pmSNA - BWI
1 stop26h 08mFrontier
Mon 5/126:12 pmBWI - SNA
1 stop20h 16mFrontier
Deal found 4/30$248
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/248:45 pmLGB - BWI
Nonstop5h 15mSouthwest
Thu 7/31:20 pmBWI - LGB
Nonstop5h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 4/30$259
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/55:07 pmLGB - BWI
1 stop9h 40mDelta
Tue 7/87:10 amBWI - LGB
1 stop8h 02mDelta
Deal found 5/1$282
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Wed 5/712:04 pmSNA - IAD
1 stop8h 54mMultiple Airlines
Sat 5/107:45 amIAD - SNA
1 stop12h 34mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$283
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/283:32 pmSNA - IAD
2 stops13h 04mAlaska Airlines
Wed 6/46:30 amIAD - SNA
1 stop10h 42mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/30$286
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Thu 6/56:45 amSNA - DCA
2 stops26h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sat 6/77:00 amDCA - SNA
1 stop7h 16mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$287
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Sat 5/2412:01 pmSNA - DCA
1 stop6h 58mFrontier
Tue 5/277:00 amDCA - SNA
1 stop7h 11mFrontier
Deal found 4/29$294
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Tue 10/2112:59 pmLGB - IAD
1 stop7h 50mDelta
Fri 10/247:30 amIAD - LGB
1 stop7h 44mDelta
Deal found 4/30$297
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/215:05 pmSNA - BWI
1 stop9h 42mDelta
Tue 6/2411:57 amBWI - SNA
1 stop10h 19mDelta
Deal found 4/29$297
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/26:50 amLGB - DCA
1 stop7h 00mSouthwest
Thu 9/49:05 amDCA - LGB
1 stop7h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 4/29$302

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Orange County 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 May 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Orange County to Washington, D.C. that are best for you.

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Orange County

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Washington, D.C.

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Santa AnaBaltimore

SNA - BWI

SNABWI

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 5/28

4:27 pm-6:10 am

1 stop10h 43m

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 6/4

7:17 am-2:21 pm

1 stop10h 04m

$106

Santa AnaBaltimore

SNA - BWI

SNABWI

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 5/10

7:58 pm-6:10 am

1 stop7h 12m

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 5/12

6:12 pm-11:28 am

1 stop20h 16m

$246

Long BeachBaltimore

LGB - BWI

LGBBWI

Long Beach Municipal

Tue 6/24

8:45 pm-5:00 am

Nonstop5h 15m

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 7/3

1:20 pm-3:45 pm

Nonstop5h 25m

$259

Long BeachBaltimore

LGB - BWI

LGBBWI

Long Beach Municipal

Sat 7/5

5:07 pm-5:47 am

1 stop9h 40m

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 7/8

7:10 am-12:12 pm

1 stop8h 02m

$282

Santa AnaWashington, D.C.

SNA - IAD

SNAIAD

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 5/28

3:32 pm-7:36 am

2 stops13h 04m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 6/4

6:30 am-2:12 pm

1 stop10h 42m

$286

Santa AnaWashington, D.C.

SNA - DCA

SNADCA

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 6/5

6:45 am-12:00 pm

2 stops26h 15m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 6/7

7:00 am-11:16 am

1 stop7h 16m

$287

Santa AnaWashington, D.C.

SNA - IAD

SNAIAD

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sun 5/11

6:10 pm-6:31 am

1 stop9h 21m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 5/14

7:00 am-12:40 pm

1 stop8h 40m

$287

Santa AnaWashington, D.C.

SNA - DCA

SNADCA

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 5/24

12:01 pm-9:59 pm

1 stop6h 58m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 5/27

7:00 am-11:11 am

1 stop7h 11m

$294

Long BeachWashington, D.C.

LGB - IAD

LGBIAD

Long Beach Municipal

Tue 10/21

12:59 pm-11:49 pm

1 stop7h 50m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 10/29

7:30 am-12:14 pm

1 stop7h 44m

$297

Santa AnaBaltimore

SNA - BWI

SNABWI

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 6/21

5:05 pm-5:47 am

1 stop9h 42m

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 6/25

6:53 am-10:55 am

1 stop7h 02m

$297

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

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Orange County to Washington, D.C. (average of $309). Flying from Orange County to Washington, D.C. in June is currently the most expensive (average of $373). 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 KFI to WAS?

Find hourly flight availability from Orange County 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 May 1, 2025.

When flying from Orange County to Washington, D.C., the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Rainfall in Washington, D.C. by month

Plan your trip to Washington, D.C. by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

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.

Temperature in Washington, D.C. by month

Plan your trip to Washington, D.C. by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

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).

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 May 1, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from Orange County to Washington, D.C. have to say. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
8.0
Very good

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

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

    $53 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Spirit Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Frontier and Southwest, with prices starting from $99 and $120, respectively.

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Orange County to Washington, D.C. (average of $309). Flying from Orange County to Washington, D.C. in June is currently the most expensive (average of $373). 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 7 airlines flying from Orange County to Washington, D.C.

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$110Average$221FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$148Average$223FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$233Average$506FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$296Average$444FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$336Average$537FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$336Average$532FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$406Average$511FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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