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$150+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA

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WAS — SFO
Dec 27 — Jan 31
Fri 12/27
Fri 1/3
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 56 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Wednesday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Carmel-by-the-Sea (CA5). 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 December 22, 2024.

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$297
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One-way from

$150
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Average price

$528
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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 December 22, 2024.

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Wed 12/256:00 pmDCA - SFO
1 stop9h 21mFrontier
Thu 1/26:00 amSFO - DCA
1 stop27h 08mFrontier
Deal found 12/21$325
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Tue 12/316:00 pmDCA - SFO
1 stop9h 21mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/1110:37 amSFO - DCA
1 stop7h 22mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/21$347
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Tue 12/319:36 amBWI - SFO
1 stop11h 26mAmerican Airlines
Tue 1/77:11 amSFO - BWI
1 stop9h 46mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/21$442
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Tue 12/316:02 amBWI - SFO
1 stop10h 53mDelta
Sat 1/116:00 amSFO - BWI
1 stop7h 21mDelta
Deal found 12/21$443
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Wed 12/254:55 pmDCA - SFO
1 stop10h 50mJetBlue
Tue 1/148:20 amSFO - DCA
1 stop9h 39mJetBlue
Deal found 12/21$459
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Wed 12/251:55 pmBWI - SFO
2 stops10h 35mSouthwest
Mon 1/1311:05 amSFO - BWI
1 stop8h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 12/21$468
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Tue 12/315:16 pmBWI - SFO
1 stop8h 52mUnited Airlines
Sat 1/1110:47 pmSFO - BWI
Nonstop5h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/21$484
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Mon 12/232:16 pmBWI - SFO
1 stop13h 05mFrontier
Mon 12/3011:47 pmSFO - BWI
1 stop14h 06mFrontier
Deal found 12/21$538
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Tue 12/316:00 amIAD - SFO
1 stop7h 55mDelta
Tue 1/2110:45 pmSFO - IAD
1 stop10h 06mDelta
Deal found 12/21$566
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Tue 12/315:45 pmIAD - SFO
1 stop7h 50mSouthwest
Sat 1/115:10 amSFO - IAD
1 stop10h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 12/21$576
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Tue 12/313:05 pmDCA - SFO
2 stops10h 30mSouthwest
Sat 1/115:35 amSFO - DCA
2 stops11h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 12/21$586
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Sat 12/2810:20 pmIAD - SFO
Nonstop6h 05mUnited Airlines
Wed 1/157:00 amSFO - IAD
Nonstop5h 06mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/21$587

Find flights from Washington, D.C. to Carmel-by-the-Sea within your budget

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Washington, D.C.San Francisco

IAD - SFO

IADSFO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 1/12

6:32 am-9:40 am

Nonstop6h 08m

San Francisco

Wed 1/15

11:08 am-9:02 pm

1 stop6h 54m

$297

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

DCA - SFO

DCASFO

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 2/15

5:15 pm-8:46 pm

Nonstop6h 31m

San Francisco

Sat 2/22

8:20 am-4:15 pm

Nonstop4h 55m

$297

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

IAD - SFO

IADSFO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 1/24

5:25 pm-11:38 pm

1 stop9h 13m

San Francisco

Tue 1/28

3:57 pm-4:23 pm

1 stop21h 26m

$299

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

IAD - SFO

IADSFO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 1/16

5:04 pm-12:45 am

1 stop10h 41m

San Francisco

Wed 1/22

10:11 am-10:41 pm

2 stops9h 30m

$301

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

DCA - SFO

DCASFO

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 1/3

6:00 pm-8:09 am

1 stop17h 09m

San Francisco

Fri 1/10

6:05 am-5:02 pm

1 stop7h 57m

$301

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

IAD - SFO

IADSFO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 1/7

6:00 am-11:24 am

1 stop8h 24m

San Francisco

Sat 1/11

7:00 am-6:57 pm

1 stop8h 57m

$306

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

DCA - SFO

DCASFO

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 1/13

2:00 pm-10:15 pm

2 stops11h 15m

San Francisco

Wed 1/15

5:20 am-6:05 pm

2 stops9h 45m

$306

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

DCA - SFO

DCASFO

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 2/6

5:32 pm-8:53 pm

Nonstop6h 21m

San Francisco

Mon 2/10

6:05 am-4:59 pm

1 stop7h 54m

$308

BaltimoreSan Francisco

BWI - SFO

BWISFO

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 1/20

6:00 am-1:23 pm

1 stop10h 23m

San Francisco

Fri 1/24

5:55 am-4:48 pm

1 stop7h 53m

$308

BaltimoreSan Francisco

BWI - SFO

BWISFO

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 1/23

1:48 pm-7:06 pm

1 stop8h 18m

San Francisco

Wed 1/29

1:51 pm-12:18 am

1 stop7h 27m

$309

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

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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 December 13, 2024.

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 $406). 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 December 22, 2024.

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 Tuesday afternoons 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.

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 December 22, 2024.

The most flights from WAS to CA5 are scheduled on a Thursday (45 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (26 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 December 22, 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from Washington, D.C. to Carmel-by-the-Sea, see what other customers have to say about American Airlines, JetBlue and Delta. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,537 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,594 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Qatar Airways
7.5
Good
3,789 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

JetBlue
7.4
Good
3,265 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Related info for your journey

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  • 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 Frontier, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $150. American Airlines flights start at $153 while deals on Delta start at $154 one-way.

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

    While some choose either Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - San Francisco or Baltimore/Washington - San Francisco, Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - 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 Egyptair (100%), Air China (97%) and Hawaiian Airlines (91%).

  • 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 $1,210, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $178. When looking at the most popular route, (Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - San Francisco), you can expect to pay $166 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 $406). 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 December 22, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$63Average$213FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$101Average$238FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Sun Country AirCheapest$158Average$363FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$168Average$523FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$198Average$475FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$206Average$457FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
JetBlueCheapest$221Average$343FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$246Average$533FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$256Average$438FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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