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$132+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA

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WAS — SFO
Feb 27 — Mar 61
Thu 2/27
Thu 3/6
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Washington, D.C. to Carmel-by-the-Sea are usually found in September or October, booked 88 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Wednesday

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(Delta)

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September

Average price

$403
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Cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Carmel-by-the-Sea
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Washington, D.C. to Carmel-by-the-Sea. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 22, 2025.

This Expedia 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/167:00 amIAD - SFO
Nonstop6h 10mMultiple Airlines
Mon 4/2111:58 pmSFO - IAD
1 stop11h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/21$244
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Thu 2/277:00 amDCA - SFO
1 stop9h 33mFrontier
Wed 3/122:53 pmSFO - DCA
1 stop18h 10mFrontier
Deal found 2/21$247
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Mon 5/128:01 amIAD - SFO
1 stop26h 43mFrontier
Mon 5/1911:50 pmSFO - IAD
1 stop7h 37mFrontier
Deal found 2/21$250
This Expedia 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/175:38 pmDCA - SFO
Nonstop6h 22mMultiple Airlines
Mon 4/217:47 pmSFO - DCA
1 stop13h 22mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/21$254
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.
Tue 3/257:00 amIAD - SFO
Nonstop6h 10mAlaska Airlines
Tue 4/16:10 pmSFO - IAD
1 stop8h 24mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 2/21$270
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Wed 4/94:23 pmDCA - SFO
1 stop10h 57mJetBlue
Sat 5/106:00 amSFO - DCA
1 stop8h 53mJetBlue
Deal found 2/21$275
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Tue 3/255:38 pmDCA - SFO
Nonstop6h 22mHawaiian Airlines
Tue 4/18:25 amSFO - DCA
Nonstop5h 13mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 2/21$277
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Tue 3/2512:35 pmIAD - SFO
Nonstop6h 09mUnited Airlines
Tue 4/110:44 pmSFO - IAD
Nonstop5h 16mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/21$278
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Wed 4/167:00 amDCA - SFO
Nonstop6h 14mUnited Airlines
Tue 4/291:10 pmSFO - DCA
Nonstop5h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/21$278
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Wed 4/97:35 amIAD - SFO
1 stop8h 01mDelta
Tue 4/154:36 pmSFO - IAD
1 stop10h 45mDelta
Deal found 2/21$280
This Hawaiian 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/97:00 amIAD - SFO
Nonstop6h 10mHawaiian Airlines
Tue 4/158:20 amSFO - IAD
Nonstop5h 10mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 2/21$287
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Tue 3/255:38 pmDCA - SFO
Nonstop6h 22mAlaska Airlines
Wed 3/268:25 amSFO - DCA
Nonstop5h 13mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 2/20$287

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Washington, D.C.San Francisco

IAD - SFO

IADSFO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 4/16

7:00 am-10:10 am

Nonstop6h 10m

San Francisco

Mon 4/21

11:58 pm-2:22 pm

1 stop11h 24m

$244

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

DCA - SFO

DCASFO

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 2/27

7:00 am-1:33 pm

1 stop9h 33m

San Francisco

Wed 3/12

2:53 pm-12:03 pm

1 stop18h 10m

$247

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

IAD - SFO

IADSFO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 5/12

8:01 am-7:44 am

1 stop26h 43m

San Francisco

Mon 5/19

11:50 pm-10:27 am

1 stop7h 37m

$250

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

DCA - SFO

DCASFO

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 4/17

5:38 pm-9:00 pm

Nonstop6h 22m

San Francisco

Mon 4/21

7:47 pm-12:09 pm

1 stop13h 22m

$254

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

IAD - SFO

IADSFO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 3/25

7:00 am-10:10 am

Nonstop6h 10m

San Francisco

Tue 4/1

6:10 pm-5:34 am

1 stop8h 24m

$270

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

DCA - SFO

DCASFO

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 4/9

4:23 pm-12:20 am

1 stop10h 57m

San Francisco

Sat 5/10

6:00 am-5:53 pm

1 stop8h 53m

$275

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

DCA - SFO

DCASFO

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 3/25

5:38 pm-9:00 pm

Nonstop6h 22m

San Francisco

Tue 4/1

8:25 am-4:38 pm

Nonstop5h 13m

$277

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

IAD - SFO

IADSFO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 3/25

12:35 pm-3:44 pm

Nonstop6h 09m

San Francisco

Tue 4/1

10:44 pm-7:00 am

Nonstop5h 16m

$278

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

DCA - SFO

DCASFO

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 4/16

7:00 am-10:14 am

Nonstop6h 14m

San Francisco

Tue 4/29

1:10 pm-9:30 pm

Nonstop5h 20m

$278

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

IAD - SFO

IADSFO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 4/9

7:35 am-12:36 pm

1 stop8h 01m

San Francisco

Tue 4/15

4:36 pm-6:21 am

1 stop10h 45m

$280

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Travel insights for flights from Washington, D.C. to Carmel-by-the-Sea

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Washington, D.C. to Carmel-by-the-Sea including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Carmel-by-the-Sea?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. to Carmel-by-the-Sea. Price data was last updated on February 14, 2025.

Booking 56 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Washington, D.C. to Carmel-by-the-Sea. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Carmel-by-the-Sea?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Carmel-by-the-Sea (average of $276). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Carmel-by-the-Sea in June is currently the most expensive (average of $403). 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 CA5?

Find hourly flight availability from Washington, D.C. to Carmel-by-the-Sea. 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 Washington, D.C. to Carmel-by-the-Sea as you normally would.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Washington, D.C. to Carmel-by-the-Sea?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. to Carmel-by-the-Sea. Price data was last updated on September 8, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Washington, D.C. to Carmel-by-the-Sea flight should consider departing on Thursday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Washington, D.C. to Carmel-by-the-Sea

Explore weekly flight availability from Washington, D.C. to Carmel-by-the-Sea. 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 WAS to CA5 are scheduled on a Thursday (38 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (31 on average).

Rainfall in Carmel-by-the-Sea by month

Plan your trip to Carmel-by-the-Sea by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Carmel-by-the-Sea ranges from 0.0 - 4.4 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Carmel-by-the-Sea when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Carmel-by-the-Sea by month

Plan your trip to Carmel-by-the-Sea by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Carmel-by-the-Sea, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Carmel-by-the-Sea

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Carmel-by-the-Sea. 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 Carmel-by-the-Sea. Reviews last updated February 22, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Washington, D.C. to Carmel-by-the-Sea, see what other customers have to say about Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,396 reviews

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

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

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,396 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,396 reviews

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

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

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,702 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,396 reviews

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

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

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,203 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,396 reviews

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

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

Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,314 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,396 reviews

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

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

JetBlue
7.4
Good
3,068 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,396 reviews

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

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

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Washington, D.C. to Carmel-by-the-Sea. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Delta, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $132. Frontier flights start at $137 while deals on United Airlines start at $139 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Washington, D.C. to Carmel-by-the-Sea?

    While some choose either Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - San Francisco or Baltimore/Washington - San Francisco, Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - San Francisco is the most popular route from Washington, D.C. to Carmel-by-the-Sea.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Washington, D.C. to Carmel-by-the-Sea?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Washington, D.C. to Carmel-by-the-Sea are Qantas Airways (89%), Egyptair (88%) and Air China (82%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Carmel-by-the-Sea?

    While on average a flight from Washington, D.C. to Carmel-by-the-Sea is generally $1,044, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $138. When looking at the most popular route, (Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - San Francisco), you can expect to pay $204 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to Carmel-by-the-Sea that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Washington, D.C. to Carmel-by-the-Sea flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Carmel-by-the-Sea?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Carmel-by-the-Sea.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Washington, D.C. to Carmel-by-the-Sea?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Carmel-by-the-Sea 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 Washington, D.C. to Carmel-by-the-Sea?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Carmel-by-the-Sea (average of $276). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Carmel-by-the-Sea in June is currently the most expensive (average of $403). 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 Carmel-by-the-Sea

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Washington, D.C. to Carmel-by-the-Sea. 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$226FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$91Average$238FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Sun Country AirCheapest$158Average$365FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
American AirlinesCheapest$198Average$492FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$206Average$508FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
JetBlueCheapest$221Average$347FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$245Average$522FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$246Average$530FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$256Average$457FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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