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$178+ Cheap flights from Salinas, CA, CA 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 11/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — WAS
Aug 31 — Sep 71
Mon 8/31
Mon 9/7
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Salinas to Washington, D.C.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Salinas to Washington, D.C.. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 1, 2026.

This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/237:30 pm
SFO
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DCA
1 stop23h 29m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 8/256:59 pm
DCA
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SFO
Nonstop5h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/28$364
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/33:38 pm
SFO
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IAD
1 stop13h 26m
Frontier
Mon 9/79:44 pm
IAD
-
SFO
2 stops26h 02m
Frontier
Deal found 8/1$364
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/146:15 am
SFO
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DCA
1 stop7h 41m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 12/110:59 am
DCA
-
SFO
1 stop10h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/30$365
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/159:05 pm
SFO
-
IAD
1 stop8h 15m
Frontier
Sat 8/228:59 am
IAD
-
SFO
2 stops18h 19m
Frontier
Deal found 8/1$365
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/56:00 am
SFO
-
DCA
1 stop12h 59m
Frontier
Thu 8/206:00 pm
DCA
-
SFO
1 stop9h 18m
Frontier
Deal found 7/30$366
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/188:56 pm
SFO
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IAD
1 stop8h 08m
Frontier
Sun 8/238:59 am
IAD
-
SFO
1 stop10h 37m
Frontier
Deal found 7/28$366
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/29:27 am
SFO
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DCA
1 stop8h 33m
Alaska Airlines
Sat 9/56:59 pm
DCA
-
SFO
Nonstop5h 55m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/29$367
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/812:54 am
SFO
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IAD
1 stop14h 07m
Frontier
Tue 8/258:59 am
IAD
-
SFO
1 stop13h 57m
Frontier
Deal found 7/29$367
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/186:00 am
SFO
-
DCA
1 stop12h 59m
Frontier
Mon 8/246:00 pm
DCA
-
SFO
1 stop9h 18m
Frontier
Deal found 7/31$368
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/198:56 pm
SFO
-
IAD
1 stop8h 08m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 8/267:00 am
IAD
-
SFO
2 stops14h 23m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/29$368
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/16:15 am
SFO
-
DCA
1 stop7h 41m
Frontier
Sat 11/141:59 pm
DCA
-
SFO
2 stops12h 51m
Frontier
Deal found 7/30$369
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/113:41 pm
SFO
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IAD
2 stops10h 59m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 9/146:00 am
IAD
-
SFO
1 stop29h 14m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/29$369

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

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3 stars

Round-trip from

$364
(Booking.com)

One-way from

$178
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$439
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Salinas 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 August 1, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Salinas to Washington, D.C. that are best for you.

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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

San FranciscoWashington, D.C.

SFO - DCA

SFODCA

San Francisco

Fri 8/28

6:00 am-7:05 pm

1 stop10h 05m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 9/4

2:00 pm-8:56 pm

1 stop9h 56m

$371

San FranciscoWashington, D.C.

SFO - DCA

SFODCA

San Francisco

Wed 9/9

9:39 am-5:59 pm

Nonstop5h 20m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 9/15

9:30 am-8:40 am

1 stop26h 10m

$380

San FranciscoWashington, D.C.

SFO - DCA

SFODCA

San Francisco

Wed 9/9

6:50 am-7:10 pm

2 stops9h 20m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 9/15

6:10 am-10:50 am

1 stop7h 40m

$382

San FranciscoWashington, D.C.

SFO - DCA

SFODCA

San Francisco

Fri 11/6

8:51 pm-10:00 am

1 stop10h 09m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 11/8

5:15 pm-11:57 pm

1 stop9h 42m

$384

San FranciscoWashington, D.C.

SFO - DCA

SFODCA

San Francisco

Wed 9/9

6:50 am-7:10 pm

2 stops9h 20m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 9/12

1:00 pm-8:35 pm

1 stop10h 35m

$388

San FranciscoBaltimore

SFO - BWI

SFOBWI

San Francisco

Tue 11/24

10:35 am-9:20 pm

1 stop7h 45m

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 11/26

8:10 am-11:25 am

Nonstop6h 15m

$402

San FranciscoWashington, D.C.

SFO - IAD

SFOIAD

San Francisco

Fri 8/28

10:35 pm-7:00 am

Nonstop5h 25m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 9/8

6:00 pm-8:47 pm

Nonstop5h 47m

$407

San FranciscoWashington, D.C.

SFO - DCA

SFODCA

San Francisco

Wed 10/28

6:55 am-7:40 pm

2 stops9h 45m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 10/31

6:00 am-1:00 pm

2 stops10h 00m

$407

San FranciscoWashington, D.C.

SFO - DCA

SFODCA

San Francisco

Mon 8/24

11:59 pm-12:01 pm

1 stop9h 02m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 9/3

4:59 pm-12:52 am

1 stop10h 53m

$409

San FranciscoWashington, D.C.

SFO - IAD

SFOIAD

San Francisco

Tue 9/15

11:38 am-5:40 am

2 stops15h 02m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 9/16

7:00 am-1:03 pm

1 stop9h 03m

$410

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

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Cheapflights Insights

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

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from S9N to WAS?

Find hourly flight availability from Salinas 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 August 1, 2026.

It’s typically best to fly out from Salinas to Washington, D.C. in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 18% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

Weekly flight availability from Salinas to Washington, D.C.

Explore weekly flight availability from Salinas to Washington, D.C.. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated August 1, 2026.

The most flights from S9N to WAS are scheduled on a Wednesday (37 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (23 on average).

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

Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.
Salinas to Washington, D.C. flights typically cost between $322 and $597 in August.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $364 on Multiple Airlines (Aug 23-Aug 25).

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

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Salinas to Washington, D.C. flight should consider departing on Wednesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons 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 August 1, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest,Alaska Airlines, andDelta from Salinas 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
4,230 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

La Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026

LAX - SLC

The second flight was not as comfortable as the first as we had to change planes to what seemed to be a slightly older aircraft. The seats weren’t as comfortable as the other plane. But it wasn’t bad.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,230 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,230 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

La Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026

LAX - SLC

The second flight was not as comfortable as the first as we had to change planes to what seemed to be a slightly older aircraft. The seats weren’t as comfortable as the other plane. But it wasn’t bad.
Alaska Airlines
7.9
Good
12,742 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,230 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

La Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026

LAX - SLC

The second flight was not as comfortable as the first as we had to change planes to what seemed to be a slightly older aircraft. The seats weren’t as comfortable as the other plane. But it wasn’t bad.
Delta
7.8
Good
8,498 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,230 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

La Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026

LAX - SLC

The second flight was not as comfortable as the first as we had to change planes to what seemed to be a slightly older aircraft. The seats weren’t as comfortable as the other plane. But it wasn’t bad.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,063 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,230 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

La Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026

LAX - SLC

The second flight was not as comfortable as the first as we had to change planes to what seemed to be a slightly older aircraft. The seats weren’t as comfortable as the other plane. But it wasn’t bad.
Frontier
5.6
Fair
2,744 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,230 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

La Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026

LAX - SLC

The second flight was not as comfortable as the first as we had to change planes to what seemed to be a slightly older aircraft. The seats weren’t as comfortable as the other plane. But it wasn’t bad.

Related info for your journey

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

    There are many flights that can get you from Salinas to Washington, D.C. in 5h 20m. Fly via JetBlue, Alaska Airlines, or Southwest to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 2435 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Frontier, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $76. However, be on the lookout for offers from Southwest and Delta, as they are both options that can get you from Salinas to Washington, D.C. for a low price.

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

    When deciding which route to take from Salinas to Washington, D.C. consider San Francisco - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl, San Francisco - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National or San Francisco - Baltimore/Washington as they are the most popular.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Salinas to Washington, D.C.?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Salinas to Washington, D.C. on time: ITA Airways (100%), Austrian Airlines (80%), Brussels Airlines (80%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Salinas to Washington, D.C.?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Salinas to Washington, D.C.? While on average our users pay $1,719, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $198. The most popular route (San Francisco - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl), is priced around $306.

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Salinas 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.

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Top 9 airlines flying from Salinas to Washington, D.C.

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Salinas 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 August 1, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$128Average$425FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
FrontierCheapest$129Average$325FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$178Average$412FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$178Average$579FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Sun Country AirCheapest$179Average$375FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
SouthwestCheapest$196Average$460FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
JetBlueCheapest$208Average$434FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$212Average$407FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
American AirlinesCheapest$276Average$527FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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