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$156+ 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 5/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — WAS
Apr 22 — Apr 291
Wed 4/22
Wed 4/29
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 March 23, 2026.

This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/22. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/411:56 am
SFO
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DCA
1 stop26h 03m
Frontier
Fri 5/86:00 pm
DCA
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SFO
1 stop9h 23m
Frontier
Deal found 3/22$275
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/22. 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.
Tue 4/147:40 pm
SFO
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IAD
2 stops25h 56m
Frontier
Sat 5/27:05 am
IAD
-
SFO
1 stop13h 29m
Frontier
Deal found 3/22$275
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/19. 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 3/316:00 am
SFO
-
DCA
1 stop12h 59m
Frontier
Wed 4/81:00 pm
DCA
-
SFO
1 stop14h 28m
Frontier
Deal found 3/19$276
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. 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.
Wed 4/227:00 am
SFO
-
DCA
1 stop11h 59m
Frontier
Thu 4/306:00 pm
DCA
-
SFO
1 stop9h 27m
Frontier
Deal found 3/18$277
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. 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.
Mon 4/279:20 pm
SFO
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DCA
2 stops12h 40m
Frontier
Fri 5/16:00 pm
DCA
-
SFO
1 stop9h 27m
Frontier
Deal found 3/18$278
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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.
Thu 5/1411:59 pm
SFO
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IAD
1 stop9h 47m
Frontier
Mon 5/257:27 pm
IAD
-
SFO
1 stop18h 14m
Frontier
Deal found 3/23$278
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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.
Mon 4/133:10 pm
SFO
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DCA
2 stops18h 50m
Frontier
Mon 4/206:00 pm
DCA
-
SFO
1 stop9h 27m
Frontier
Deal found 3/20$279
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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.
Tue 4/2110:38 pm
SFO
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IAD
1 stop22h 58m
Frontier
Tue 4/287:15 am
IAD
-
SFO
1 stop13h 19m
Frontier
Deal found 3/23$279
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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.
Mon 3/309:04 pm
SFO
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DCA
1 stop12h 00m
Frontier
Fri 4/31:00 pm
DCA
-
SFO
1 stop10h 10m
Frontier
Deal found 3/20$280
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/22. 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.
Fri 4/1010:23 pm
SFO
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IAD
1 stop14h 58m
Frontier
Tue 4/146:05 am
IAD
-
SFO
1 stop14h 29m
Frontier
Deal found 3/22$280
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/19. 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.
Fri 4/109:00 pm
SFO
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DCA
1 stop21h 59m
Frontier
Mon 4/131:00 pm
DCA
-
SFO
1 stop14h 28m
Frontier
Deal found 3/19$281
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/22. 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 6/35:26 pm
SFO
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IAD
1 stop11h 46m
Frontier
Sun 6/77:27 pm
IAD
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SFO
1 stop18h 14m
Frontier
Deal found 3/22$281

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

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Salinas to Washington, D.C. flight deals. Data was last updated March 23, 2026.

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$275
(Super.com)

One-way from

$156
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$469
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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 March 23, 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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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

San FranciscoBaltimore

SFO - BWI

SFOBWI

San Francisco

Tue 4/28

9:15 pm-5:30 am

Nonstop5h 15m

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 5/5

6:25 pm-9:25 pm

Nonstop6h 00m

$329

San FranciscoBaltimore

SFO - BWI

SFOBWI

San Francisco

Wed 5/6

9:15 pm-5:30 am

Nonstop5h 15m

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 5/13

6:25 pm-9:25 pm

Nonstop6h 00m

$339

San FranciscoBaltimore

SFO - BWI

SFOBWI

San Francisco

Fri 4/17

12:45 am-11:37 am

1 stop7h 52m

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 4/21

6:05 am-9:16 am

Nonstop6h 11m

$347

San FranciscoWashington, D.C.

SFO - IAD

SFOIAD

San Francisco

Thu 5/7

10:29 am-12:15 am

1 stop10h 46m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 5/10

6:00 am-10:24 am

1 stop7h 24m

$381

San FranciscoWashington, D.C.

SFO - IAD

SFOIAD

San Francisco

Thu 4/16

10:32 am-11:55 pm

1 stop10h 23m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 4/20

3:00 pm-10:49 pm

1 stop10h 49m

$401

San FranciscoBaltimore

SFO - BWI

SFOBWI

San Francisco

Fri 5/29

5:15 am-5:15 pm

2 stops9h 00m

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 6/1

4:45 pm-12:20 am

2 stops10h 35m

$411

San FranciscoBaltimore

SFO - BWI

SFOBWI

San Francisco

Sun 5/3

10:55 pm-2:05 pm

2 stops12h 10m

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 5/5

10:35 am-5:30 pm

2 stops9h 55m

$416

San FranciscoWashington, D.C.

SFO - IAD

SFOIAD

San Francisco

Thu 8/6

9:30 pm-5:53 am

Nonstop5h 23m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 8/15

10:10 pm-1:16 am

Nonstop6h 06m

$417

San FranciscoWashington, D.C.

SFO - IAD

SFOIAD

San Francisco

Wed 9/2

2:20 pm-10:43 pm

Nonstop5h 23m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 9/8

12:35 pm-3:41 pm

Nonstop6h 06m

$417

San FranciscoWashington, D.C.

SFO - DCA

SFODCA

San Francisco

Wed 4/15

6:20 am-7:10 pm

2 stops9h 50m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 4/21

3:55 pm-11:15 pm

2 stops10h 20m

$427

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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Washington, D.C. from Salinas with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Salinas to Washington, D.C.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Salinas to Washington, D.C.?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Salinas to Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on March 13, 2026.

The price you pay for your flight from Salinas to Washington, D.C. may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 64 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Salinas to Washington, D.C. (average of $118). Flying from Salinas 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 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 March 23, 2026.

It’s typically best to fly out from Salinas to Washington, D.C. in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 20% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

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 at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 March 23, 2026.

The most flights from S9N to WAS are scheduled on a Friday (37 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, 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.?

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 March 23, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest,Alaska Airlines, andHawaiian Airlines 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
4,324 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

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
4,324 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,324 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

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.
Alaska Airlines
7.9
Good
12,101 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,324 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

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.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.8
Good
2,840 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,324 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,463 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,324 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

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.
Frontier
5.7
Fair
3,020 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,324 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

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

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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 15m. Fly via Southwest, United Airlines, or Delta to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 2449 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 $85. However, be on the lookout for offers from American Airlines and Southwest, 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. Reagan-National, San Francisco - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl 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: Egyptair (95%), Brussels Airlines (93%), Lufthansa (93%).

  • 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 $1,232, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $198. The most popular route (San Francisco - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National), is priced around $180.

  • 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.

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Salinas to Washington, D.C. (average of $118). Flying from Salinas 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 10 airlines flying from Salinas to Washington, D.C.

Discover the top 10 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 March 23, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$105Average$284FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$128Average$390FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Sun Country AirCheapest$140Average$355FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$161Average$225FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$172Average$495FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
JetBlueCheapest$176Average$289FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$178Average$478FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$188Average$412FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
SouthwestCheapest$196Average$434FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$216Average$436FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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