Dulles Intl

$100+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to Dulles Intl (IAD)

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SAN — IAD
Nov 5 — Nov 121
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The best prices from San Diego to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl are usually found in February or August, booked 40 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from San Diego to Dulles Intl

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Diego (SAN) to Dulles Intl (IAD). 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 October 31, 2024.

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Popular in

March

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February

Round-trip from

$288
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$100
(Trip.com)
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Dulles Intl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 31, 2024.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/511:00 amSAN - IAD
1 stop7h 43mAlaska Airlines
Wed 12/115:10 pmIAD - SAN
Nonstop5h 37mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 10/31$288
This Kissandfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 Kissandfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/73:58 pmSAN - IAD
2 stops21h 58mFrontier
Mon 12/912:14 pmIAD - SAN
2 stops23h 23mFrontier
Deal found 10/30$306
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/75:15 pmSAN - IAD
1 stop8h 53mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/108:15 amIAD - SAN
Nonstop5h 38mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/29$314
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/43:40 pmSAN - IAD
1 stop12h 10mDelta
Wed 12/116:07 amIAD - SAN
1 stop7h 47mDelta
Deal found 10/31$326
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/218:30 amSAN - IAD
Nonstop4h 53mMultiple Airlines
Fri 11/2912:40 pmIAD - SAN
1 stop7h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/29$336
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Mon 11/255:35 pmSAN - IAD
1 stop15h 04mSun Country Air
Fri 11/2912:40 pmIAD - SAN
1 stop7h 26mSun Country Air
Deal found 10/31$338
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/199:48 amSAN - IAD
1 stop10h 04mAmerican Airlines
Tue 11/261:32 pmIAD - SAN
1 stop8h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/30$379
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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.
Fri 12/138:55 pmSAN - IAD
1 stop13h 25mSouthwest
Tue 12/177:25 amIAD - SAN
2 stops10h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 10/30$397

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego to Dulles Intl 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 2,570,725 searches. Data last updated October 31, 2024.

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San DiegoWashington, D.C.

SAN - IAD

SANIAD

San Diego

Wed 11/20

3:10 pm-8:35 pm

3 stops26h 25m

$148

San DiegoWashington, D.C.

SAN - IAD

SANIAD

San Diego

Mon 12/9

8:15 am-3:59 pm

Nonstop4h 44m

$155

San DiegoWashington, D.C.

SAN - IAD

SANIAD

San Diego

Thu 11/28

6:05 pm-11:45 am

1 stop14h 40m

$160

San DiegoWashington, D.C.

SAN - IAD

SANIAD

San Diego

Wed 12/4

7:05 pm-6:50 am

1 stop8h 45m

$162

San DiegoWashington, D.C.

SAN - IAD

SANIAD

San Diego

Tue 12/10

6:15 am-2:54 pm

1 stop29h 39m

$167

San DiegoWashington, D.C.

SAN - IAD

SANIAD

San Diego

Sun 2/23

6:35 am-5:05 pm

1 stop7h 30m

$178

San DiegoWashington, D.C.

SAN - IAD

SANIAD

San Diego

Sun 12/29

9:55 pm-8:49 am

1 stop7h 54m

$228

San DiegoWashington, D.C.

SAN - IAD

SANIAD

San Diego

Mon 1/20

12:35 pm-1:48 pm

3 stops22h 13m

$316

San DiegoWashington, D.C.

SAN - IAD

SANIAD

San Diego

Thu 12/5

11:00 am-9:43 pm

1 stop7h 43m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 12/11

5:10 pm-7:47 pm

Nonstop5h 37m

$288

San DiegoWashington, D.C.

SAN - IAD

SANIAD

San Diego

Sat 12/7

3:58 pm-4:56 pm

2 stops21h 58m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 12/9

12:14 pm-8:37 am

2 stops23h 23m

$306

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Diego to Dulles Intl in October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*Cancellation Policy
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
Trip.comPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyNo Information
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 starCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
Booking.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 starCancellation PolicyAirline Policy

*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 San Diego-Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Diego-Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Diego-Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Diego-Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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 San Diego-Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Travel insights for flights from San Diego to Dulles Intl

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from San Diego to Dulles Intl including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Diego to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Diego to Dulles Intl. Price data was last updated on October 25, 2024.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Diego to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport, you should look to book at least 40 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Diego to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (average of $298). Flying from San Diego to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $377). 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 SAN to IAD?

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego to Dulles Intl. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated October 31, 2024.

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 54% on flights from San Diego to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Diego to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Diego to Dulles Intl. Price data was last updated on October 27, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Diego to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flight should consider departing on Saturday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Dulles Intl by month

Plan your trip to Dulles Intl by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport 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. Dulles Intl Airport when rainfall is around 2.6 in.

Temperature in Dulles Intl by month

Plan your trip to Dulles Intl by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport, 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 Dulles Intl

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Dulles Intl. 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 Dulles Intl. Reviews last updated October 31, 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, United Airlines and American Airlines from San Diego to Washington, D.C. by reading reviews from past customers. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very good
5,116 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

8.1
Very good
5,116 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,116 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

8.0
Very good
9,420 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,116 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

8.0
Very good
8,835 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,116 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

7.4
Good
9,240 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,116 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

7.3
Good
2,804 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,116 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San Diego to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl?

    Located just 2.6 mi from the city center, San Diego is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl from San Diego. Booking flights from San Diego (SAN) to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl should be relatively easy as there are 4 daily outbound flights to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl from 5 different airlines.

  • Can I find flights from San Diego to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport for under $300 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from San Diego to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport for under $300. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Alaska Airlines for just $288, but on average you can expect to pay $331.

  • Are there nonstop flights from San Diego to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport for under $400 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 3 direct flights from San Diego to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport under $400. A good price for a nonstop flight from San Diego to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport is less than $345.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from San Diego to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport for under $600?

    There are currently 6+ open flights from San Diego to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport within the next 7 days for less than $600.

  • What days are nonstop flights available from San Diego to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    Nonstop flights can be found on the following days: Thursday, Friday.

  • How many flights depart from San Diego to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport on average per day?

    On average, you can expect to see 6 flights from San Diego to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport a day.
    Morning (6am - Noon) - 67% of flight departures
    Evening (6pm - Midnight) - 33% of flight departures

  • How long is the flight from San Diego to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    For as low as $288, Alaska Airlines can have you in Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport from San Diego in 7h 43m. The distance from San Diego to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport is about 2261 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Diego to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport round-trip?

    Flying on Alaska Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport, with prices starting at $288. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Frontier and United Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $306 and $314, respectively. These flights start at 21% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Diego to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Frontier. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $100. Users have also found prices from $155 and $160 on Alaska Airlines and Sun Country Air, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from San Diego to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from San Diego to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport are Ethiopian Air (85%), United Airlines (82%) and Austrian Airlines (64%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Diego to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    The cheapest flight price from San Diego to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport is $138. On average you can expect to pay $707. The most popular route, (San Diego - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl), can usually be booked for $309.

  • What does SAN to IAD mean?

    This is defined as San Diego Airport (SAN) and Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (IAD). Codes like Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport are often used to just call airports uniquely.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Diego to Dulles Intl that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your San Diego to Dulles Intl flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from San Diego to Dulles Intl with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter San Diego to Dulles Intl flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Diego to Dulles Intl that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on San Diego to Dulles Intl flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from San Diego to Dulles Intl?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San Diego to Dulles Intl.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Diego to Dulles Intl?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Diego to Dulles Intl by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Diego to Dulles Intl that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from San Diego to Dulles Intl offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from San Diego to Dulles Intl?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on San Diego to Dulles Intl flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the San Diego to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flight deals updated?

    The San Diego to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 10/31.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Diego to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (average of $298). Flying from San Diego to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $377). 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 5 airlines flying from San Diego to Dulles Intl

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from San Diego to Dulles Intl. 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 2,570,725 searches. Data last updated October 31, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$64Average$212FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$154Average$311FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$178Average$349FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$242Average$389FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$299Average$495FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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