Carlsbad

$109+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Carlsbad, CA, CA

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WAS — LAX
Jan 10 — Jan 171
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The best prices from Washington, D.C. to Carlsbad are usually found in February or September, booked 30 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Carlsbad

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Carlsbad (C4D). 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 January 5, 2025.

Round-trip from

$156
(Frontier)

One-way from

$109
(Mytrip)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$346
From Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Carlsbad
One-way flight from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Carlsbad
High demand for flights, 8% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 3% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in January 2025

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Cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Carlsbad
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Washington, D.C. to Carlsbad. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 5, 2025.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/4. 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.
Sat 3/88:21 amBWI - LAX
1 stop13h 57mFrontier
Wed 3/128:18 pmLAX - BWI
1 stop8h 03mFrontier
Deal found 1/4$156
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Thu 2/66:10 amBWI - LAX
1 stop14h 49mSpirit Airlines
Mon 2/1012:19 pmLAX - BWI
Nonstop4h 55mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/4$157
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/3. 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 3/410:28 amBWI - LAX
1 stop7h 27mMultiple Airlines
Tue 3/118:18 pmLAX - BWI
1 stop16h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/3$161
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/4. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/186:00 pmDCA - LAX
1 stop9h 25mFrontier
Wed 2/266:30 amLAX - DCA
1 stop7h 29mFrontier
Deal found 1/4$215
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/4. 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.
Sun 1/1211:33 amIAD - LAX
1 stop8h 21mFrontier
Thu 1/2310:35 pmLAX - IAD
1 stop9h 09mFrontier
Deal found 1/4$216
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Fri 1/2411:34 amIAD - LAX
1 stop28h 11mMultiple Airlines
Wed 2/54:18 pmLAX - IAD
2 stops20h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/4$217
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/4. 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.
Sat 1/185:32 pmDCA - LAX
1 stop17h 00mAlaska Airlines
Sat 1/251:05 pmLAX - DCA
Nonstop4h 54mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/4$218
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Fri 2/71:01 pmDCA - LAX
1 stop14h 34mMultiple Airlines
Sun 2/166:00 amLAX - DCA
1 stop8h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/4$219
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Tue 2/45:00 amBWI - LAX
1 stop9h 21mAmerican Airlines
Tue 2/1112:26 pmLAX - BWI
2 stops9h 06mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/4$222
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/3. 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.
Sat 8/235:00 pmIAD - LAX
Nonstop6h 00mAlaska Airlines
Tue 9/29:00 amLAX - IAD
Nonstop4h 50mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/3$227
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Sat 1/255:10 pmDCA - LAX
Nonstop6h 08mDelta
Thu 1/308:06 amLAX - DCA
Nonstop4h 54mDelta
Deal found 1/4$233
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Fri 2/75:36 pmIAD - LAX
1 stop8h 22mUnited Airlines
Sun 2/1611:43 pmLAX - IAD
Nonstop4h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/4$237

Find flights from Washington, D.C. to Carlsbad within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Washington, D.C. to Carlsbad 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 January 5, 2025.

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BWI - LAX

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Baltimore/Washington

Sat 3/8

8:21 am-7:18 pm

1 stop13h 57m

Los Angeles

Mon 3/10

8:18 pm-7:21 am

1 stop8h 03m

$156

BaltimoreLos Angeles

BWI - LAX

BWILAX

Baltimore/Washington

Fri 1/31

8:08 am-11:14 am

Nonstop6h 06m

Los Angeles

Sun 2/2

7:00 pm-9:42 am

1 stop11h 42m

$157

BaltimoreLos Angeles

BWI - LAX

BWILAX

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 3/4

10:28 am-2:55 pm

1 stop7h 27m

Los Angeles

Tue 3/11

8:18 pm-3:22 pm

1 stop16h 04m

$161

Washington, D.C.Los Angeles

DCA - LAX

DCALAX

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 2/18

6:00 pm-12:25 am

1 stop9h 25m

Los Angeles

Tue 2/25

6:30 am-4:59 pm

1 stop7h 29m

$215

Washington, D.C.Los Angeles

IAD - LAX

IADLAX

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 2/2

11:34 am-5:02 pm

1 stop8h 28m

Los Angeles

Tue 2/4

10:35 pm-12:14 pm

1 stop10h 39m

$216

Washington, D.C.Los Angeles

IAD - LAX

IADLAX

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 1/24

11:34 am-12:45 pm

1 stop28h 11m

Los Angeles

Wed 2/5

4:18 pm-3:44 pm

2 stops20h 26m

$217

Washington, D.C.Los Angeles

DCA - LAX

DCALAX

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 1/18

5:32 pm-7:32 am

1 stop17h 00m

Los Angeles

Sat 1/25

1:05 pm-8:59 pm

Nonstop4h 54m

$218

Washington, D.C.Los Angeles

DCA - LAX

DCALAX

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 2/7

1:01 pm-12:35 am

1 stop14h 34m

Los Angeles

Sun 2/16

6:00 am-5:40 pm

1 stop8h 40m

$219

BaltimoreLos Angeles

BWI - LAX

BWILAX

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 2/4

11:51 am-4:52 pm

1 stop8h 01m

Los Angeles

Tue 2/11

12:26 pm-12:32 am

2 stops9h 06m

$222

Washington, D.C.Los Angeles

IAD - LAX

IADLAX

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 2/3

7:02 pm-9:55 pm

Nonstop5h 53m

Los Angeles

Mon 2/10

10:05 am-5:53 pm

Nonstop4h 48m

$227

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Travel insights for flights from Washington, D.C. to Carlsbad

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. to Carlsbad. Price data was last updated on January 3, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Washington, D.C. to Carlsbad may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 30 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 Washington, D.C. to Carlsbad?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Carlsbad (average of $246). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Carlsbad 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 WAS to C4D?

Find hourly flight availability from Washington, D.C. to Carlsbad. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 5, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Washington, D.C. to Carlsbad as you normally would.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. to Carlsbad. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Washington, D.C. to Carlsbad flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings 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.

Rainfall in Carlsbad by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Carlsbad 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 Carlsbad when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Carlsbad by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Carlsbad, 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 Carlsbad

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Carlsbad. 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 Carlsbad. Reviews last updated January 5, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Frontier, Spirit Airlines and American Airlines from Washington, D.C. to Carlsbad. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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Very good
4,671 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

8.1
Very good
4,671 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,671 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

8.0
Very good
9,612 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,671 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

8.0
Very good
8,517 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,671 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

7.4
Good
3,212 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,671 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

7.4
Good
8,945 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,671 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

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  • How popular is this Washington, D.C. to Carlsbad flight route?

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Spirit Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $109. Users have also found prices from $114 and $114 on Delta and Alaska Airlines, respectively.

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    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 Washington, D.C. to Carlsbad on time: Virgin Australia (93%), Singapore Airlines (92%), Air New Zealand (92%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from Washington, D.C. to Carlsbad is $59. On average you can expect to pay $886. The most popular route, (Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Los Angeles), can usually be booked for $142.

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Carlsbad (average of $246). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Carlsbad 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 Washington, D.C. to Carlsbad

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Washington, D.C. to Carlsbad. 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 January 5, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$74Average$233FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$84Average$241FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$132Average$420FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$138Average$467FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$163Average$317FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Sun Country AirCheapest$174Average$354FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
United AirlinesCheapest$195Average$468FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$219Average$476FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$238Average$533FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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