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$87+ Cheap flights from Dulles Intl (IAD) to California

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IAD — LAX
Apr 30 — May 71
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Cheap flight deals from Dulles Intl to California

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Most accurate provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$176
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$87
(Trip.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$397

Good round-trip deal

$316 or less

Good one-way deal

$163 or less
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From Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl to California
One-way flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl 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).
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This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/77:45 amIAD - OAK
1 stop15h 29mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/145:45 amOAK - IAD
1 stop21h 46mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/23$176
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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.
Thu 5/83:32 pmIAD - LAS
1 stop8h 05mFrontier
Sat 5/1011:00 pmLAS - IAD
Nonstop4h 31mFrontier
Deal found 4/24$185
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/165:14 pmIAD - LAS
1 stop8h 16mMultiple Airlines
Tue 5/2011:00 pmLAS - IAD
Nonstop4h 31mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/23$197
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Wed 5/287:25 amIAD - LAX
1 stop7h 41mFrontier
Mon 6/212:39 pmLAX - IAD
1 stop7h 55mFrontier
Deal found 4/24$206
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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 5/287:25 pmIAD - LAX
Nonstop5h 38mAlaska Airlines
Fri 5/308:00 amLAX - IAD
Nonstop5h 14mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/24$207
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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.
Tue 8/126:30 amIAD - LAS
1 stop11h 14mAlaska Airlines
Wed 8/277:00 amLAS - IAD
1 stop9h 07mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/24$208
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Sat 5/177:45 amIAD - LAX
1 stop15h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sat 5/248:00 amLAX - IAD
Nonstop5h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/25$209
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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 5/97:45 amIAD - ONT
1 stop8h 31mFrontier
Sun 5/112:28 pmONT - IAD
1 stop13h 03mFrontier
Deal found 4/25$218
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Fri 5/97:45 amIAD - SNA
1 stop13h 46mFrontier
Mon 5/126:15 pmSNA - IAD
1 stop9h 16mFrontier
Deal found 4/25$221
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Tue 5/278:10 pmIAD - LAX
Nonstop5h 29mUnited Airlines
Wed 6/410:15 amLAX - IAD
Nonstop5h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/25$227
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Thu 5/157:31 amIAD - SAN
1 stop19h 27mFrontier
Mon 5/196:25 amSAN - IAD
1 stop21h 06mFrontier
Deal found 4/24$241
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Sat 5/175:14 pmIAD - SAN
Nonstop5h 34mHawaiian Airlines
Sat 5/2410:20 amSAN - IAD
Nonstop5h 05mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 4/24$242

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to California that are best for you.

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Dulles Intl

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California

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Price

Washington, D.C.Oakland

IAD - OAK

IADOAK

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 5/7

7:45 am-8:14 pm

1 stop15h 29m

Oakland

Wed 5/14

5:45 am-6:31 am

1 stop21h 46m

$176

Washington, D.C.Las Vegas

IAD - LAS

IADLAS

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 5/8

3:32 pm-8:37 pm

1 stop8h 05m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 5/10

11:00 pm-6:31 am

Nonstop4h 31m

$185

Washington, D.C.Las Vegas

IAD - LAS

IADLAS

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 5/16

5:14 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop8h 16m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 5/20

11:00 pm-6:31 am

Nonstop4h 31m

$197

Washington, D.C.Los Angeles

IAD - LAX

IADLAX

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 5/28

7:25 am-12:06 pm

1 stop7h 41m

Los Angeles

Mon 6/2

12:39 pm-11:34 pm

1 stop7h 55m

$206

Washington, D.C.Los Angeles

IAD - LAX

IADLAX

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 5/28

7:25 pm-10:03 pm

Nonstop5h 38m

Los Angeles

Fri 5/30

8:00 am-4:14 pm

Nonstop5h 14m

$207

Washington, D.C.Los Angeles

IAD - LAX

IADLAX

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 5/17

7:45 am-7:50 pm

1 stop15h 05m

Los Angeles

Sat 5/24

8:00 am-4:14 pm

Nonstop5h 14m

$209

Washington, D.C.Ontario

IAD - ONT

IADONT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 5/9

7:45 am-1:16 pm

1 stop8h 31m

Ontario

Sun 5/11

2:28 pm-6:31 am

1 stop13h 03m

$218

Washington, D.C.Santa Ana

IAD - SNA

IADSNA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 5/9

7:45 am-6:31 pm

1 stop13h 46m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 5/12

6:15 pm-6:31 am

1 stop9h 16m

$221

Washington, D.C.Los Angeles

IAD - LAX

IADLAX

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 5/27

8:10 pm-10:39 pm

Nonstop5h 29m

Los Angeles

Wed 6/4

10:15 am-6:20 pm

Nonstop5h 05m

$227

Washington, D.C.Las Vegas

IAD - LAS

IADLAS

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 6/2

5:14 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop8h 16m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 6/10

5:51 pm-7:36 am

1 stop10h 45m

$228

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to California (average of $246). Flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to California in June is currently the most expensive (average of $328). 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 IAD to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Dulles Intl 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 April 25, 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to California

Explore weekly flight availability from Dulles Intl 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 April 25, 2025.

The most flights from IAD to USCA are scheduled on a Thursday (42 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (25 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 April 25, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Breeze Airways, Alaska Airlines and Southwest from Washington, D.C. to California by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.2

Food

6.7

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!

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.2

Food

6.7

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!

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.2

Food

6.7

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!

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.2

Food

6.7

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

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.2

Food

6.7

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!

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.2

Food

6.7

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!

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $91 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include United Airlines from $108 and Hawaiian Airlines from $114 one-way.

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

    The cheapest flight price from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to California is $113. On average you can expect to pay $912. The most popular route, (Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Los Angeles), can usually be booked for $169.

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to California (average of $246). Flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to California in June is currently the most expensive (average of $328). 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 Dulles Intl to California

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Dulles Intl 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 April 25, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$63Average$220FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$113Average$364FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
DeltaCheapest$119Average$412FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
FrontierCheapest$128Average$235FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Sun Country AirCheapest$160Average$339FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$188Average$431FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$198Average$435FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$208Average$519FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$217Average$499FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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