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$88+ Cheap flights from District of Columbia to California

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IAD — LAX
Feb 27 — Mar 61
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Cheap flight deals from District of Columbia to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for District of Columbia to California flight deals. Data was last updated February 22, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$168
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$88
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$327

Good round-trip deal

$348 or less

Good one-way deal

$163 or less
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From District of Columbia to California
One-way flight from District of Columbia to California
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($31 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($11 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2025
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Cheapest flights from District of Columbia to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from District of Columbia to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 22, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/316:03 pmIAD - LAS
1 stop31h 40mFrontier
Mon 4/711:49 pmLAS - IAD
1 stop14h 15mFrontier
Deal found 2/22$168
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/47:00 amDCA - LAS
1 stop7h 09mFrontier
Wed 3/126:00 amLAS - DCA
1 stop27h 03mFrontier
Deal found 2/20$168
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 5/58:01 amIAD - ONT
1 stop10h 38mFrontier
Thu 5/86:35 pmONT - IAD
1 stop8h 56mFrontier
Deal found 2/21$180
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/237:00 amDCA - LAX
1 stop20h 25mFrontier
Tue 4/110:39 amLAX - DCA
1 stop8h 20mFrontier
Deal found 2/22$208
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/24:00 pmIAD - LAX
1 stop8h 35mFrontier
Sun 5/48:05 pmLAX - IAD
1 stop7h 26mFrontier
Deal found 2/21$208
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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.
Tue 3/259:00 amDCA - LAX
Nonstop6h 03mMultiple Airlines
Thu 4/36:30 amLAX - DCA
1 stop12h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/21$209
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/277:31 amIAD - LAX
Nonstop5h 54mMultiple Airlines
Wed 4/98:18 pmLAX - IAD
1 stop11h 37mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/22$209
This iWofly deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 iWofly is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/77:31 amIAD - LAX
Nonstop5h 54mAlaska Airlines
Mon 4/149:50 pmLAX - IAD
Nonstop4h 50mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 2/21$218
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Sat 5/36:00 pmDCA - LAS
1 stop8h 59mMultiple Airlines
Tue 5/610:30 amLAS - DCA
1 stop8h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/21$224
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 4/29:00 amDCA - LAX
Nonstop6h 03mAlaska Airlines
Wed 4/91:03 pmLAX - DCA
Nonstop4h 56mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 2/21$227
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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.
Wed 7/3010:05 pmIAD - LAX
Nonstop5h 29mUnited Airlines
Tue 8/54:45 pmLAX - IAD
Nonstop4h 59mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/21$228
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Sun 3/237:31 amIAD - LAX
Nonstop5h 54mHawaiian Airlines
Tue 4/19:25 amLAX - IAD
Nonstop4h 57mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 2/21$232

Find flights from District of Columbia to California within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from District of Columbia to California 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 February 22, 2025.

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District of Columbia

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Depart

Return

Price

Washington, D.C.Las Vegas

IAD - LAS

IADLAS

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 3/31

6:03 pm-10:43 pm

1 stop31h 40m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 4/7

11:49 pm-5:04 pm

1 stop14h 15m

$168

Washington, D.C.Las Vegas

DCA - LAS

DCALAS

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 3/4

7:00 am-11:09 am

1 stop7h 09m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 3/12

6:00 am-12:03 pm

1 stop27h 03m

$168

Washington, D.C.Ontario

IAD - ONT

IADONT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 5/5

8:01 am-3:39 pm

1 stop10h 38m

Ontario

Thu 5/8

6:35 pm-6:31 am

1 stop8h 56m

$180

Washington, D.C.Los Angeles

DCA - LAX

DCALAX

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 3/23

7:00 am-12:25 am

1 stop20h 25m

Los Angeles

Tue 4/1

10:39 am-9:59 pm

1 stop8h 20m

$208

Washington, D.C.Los Angeles

IAD - LAX

IADLAX

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 5/2

4:00 pm-9:35 pm

1 stop8h 35m

Los Angeles

Sun 5/4

8:05 pm-6:31 am

1 stop7h 26m

$208

Washington, D.C.Los Angeles

DCA - LAX

DCALAX

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 3/25

9:00 am-12:03 pm

Nonstop6h 03m

Los Angeles

Thu 4/3

6:30 am-9:59 pm

1 stop12h 29m

$209

Washington, D.C.Los Angeles

IAD - LAX

IADLAX

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 3/27

7:31 am-10:25 am

Nonstop5h 54m

Los Angeles

Wed 4/9

8:18 pm-10:55 am

1 stop11h 37m

$209

Washington, D.C.Los Angeles

IAD - LAX

IADLAX

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 4/7

7:31 am-10:25 am

Nonstop5h 54m

Los Angeles

Mon 4/14

9:50 pm-5:40 am

Nonstop4h 50m

$218

Washington, D.C.Las Vegas

DCA - LAS

DCALAS

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 5/3

6:00 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop8h 59m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 5/6

10:30 am-9:59 pm

1 stop8h 29m

$224

Washington, D.C.Los Angeles

DCA - LAX

DCALAX

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 4/2

9:00 am-12:03 pm

Nonstop6h 03m

Los Angeles

Wed 4/9

1:03 pm-8:59 pm

Nonstop4h 56m

$227

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Travel insights for flights from District of Columbia to California

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from District of Columbia to California?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from District of Columbia to California (average of $246). Flying from District of Columbia to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $344). 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 DC to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from District of Columbia to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 22, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from District of Columbia to California as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from District of Columbia to California

Explore weekly flight availability from District of Columbia to California. 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 February 22, 2025.

The most flights from USDC to USCA are scheduled on a Thursday (28 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (17 on average).

Rainfall in California by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in California ranges from 0.0 - 3.4 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit California when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in California by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to California, 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 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. 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 California. Reviews last updated February 22, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Breeze Airways, Southwest and Delta from District of Columbia to California have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.8

Food

6.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 11

10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.8

Food

6.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 11

10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.8

Food

6.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 11

10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.8

Food

6.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 11

10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.8

Food

6.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 11

10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.8

Food

6.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 11

10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Related info for your journey

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  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from District of Columbia to California one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $88 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Alaska Airlines from $114 and Hawaiian Airlines from $114 one-way.

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from District of Columbia to California?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from District of Columbia to California (average of $246). Flying from District of Columbia to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $344). 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 9 airlines flying from District of Columbia to California

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from District of Columbia to California. 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 February 22, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$63Average$235FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$84Average$235FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$138Average$441FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Sun Country AirCheapest$158Average$346FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
JetBlueCheapest$163Average$312FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$195Average$501FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$197Average$476FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$198Average$493FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$206Average$530FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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