$112+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Costa Mesa, CA
This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 2/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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Cheap flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Costa Mesa
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Costa Mesa (CM3). 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 18, 2024.
Round-trip from | $169 (eDestinos) |
|---|---|
One-way from | $112 (Trip.com) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | February |
Average price | $488 |
Find flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Costa Mesa
Cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Costa MesaExplore the most affordable flight options available from Washington, D.C. to Costa Mesa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 18, 2024.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Washington, D.C. to Costa Mesa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 18, 2024.
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Find flights from Washington, D.C. to Costa Mesa within your budget
Customize your flight search to find flights from Washington, D.C. to Costa Mesa 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 December 18, 2024.
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Price
BaltimoreLos Angeles
BWI - LAX
BWILAX
Baltimore/Washington
Mon 1/13
12:56 pm-7:33 am
2 stops21h 37m
Los Angeles
Tue 1/28
2:07 pm-10:02 pm
Nonstop4h 55m
BaltimoreLos Angeles
BWI - LAX
BWILAX
Baltimore/Washington
Tue 1/7
5:30 am-8:34 am
Nonstop6h 04m
Los Angeles
Fri 1/10
12:19 pm-8:14 pm
Nonstop4h 55m
BaltimoreLos Angeles
BWI - LAX
BWILAX
Baltimore/Washington
Sat 3/1
3:44 pm-9:35 pm
1 stop8h 51m
Los Angeles
Mon 3/10
8:18 pm-7:21 am
1 stop8h 03m
Washington, D.C.Los Angeles
DCA - LAX
DCALAX
Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
Sun 2/16
1:03 pm-12:27 am
1 stop14h 24m
Los Angeles
Tue 2/18
9:13 pm-12:03 pm
1 stop11h 50m
Washington, D.C.Los Angeles
IAD - LAX
IADLAX
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Sat 1/25
2:19 pm-5:12 pm
Nonstop5h 53m
Los Angeles
Sat 2/1
10:15 am-8:40 pm
1 stop7h 25m
Washington, D.C.Los Angeles
DCA - LAX
DCALAX
Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
Thu 1/23
5:32 pm-11:21 pm
1 stop8h 49m
Los Angeles
Sun 1/26
6:30 am-9:59 pm
1 stop12h 29m
BaltimoreLos Angeles
BWI - LAX
BWILAX
Baltimore/Washington
Sat 3/1
9:13 am-4:27 pm
2 stops10h 14m
Los Angeles
Mon 3/3
12:25 am-11:10 am
1 stop7h 45m
Washington, D.C.Los Angeles
DCA - LAX
DCALAX
Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
Tue 1/28
9:00 am-12:03 pm
Nonstop6h 03m
Los Angeles
Tue 1/28
1:05 pm-8:59 pm
Nonstop4h 54m
Washington, D.C.Los Angeles
DCA - LAX
DCALAX
Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
Sat 1/11
5:20 pm-8:28 pm
Nonstop6h 08m
Los Angeles
Sun 1/26
9:59 pm-9:19 am
1 stop8h 20m
Washington, D.C.Los Angeles
IAD - LAX
IADLAX
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Fri 1/24
11:34 am-5:02 pm
1 stop8h 28m
Los Angeles
Sat 2/1
10:35 pm-10:44 am
1 stop9h 09m
Best time to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Costa Mesa
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Travel insights for flights from Washington, D.C. to Costa Mesa
Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Washington, D.C. to Costa Mesa including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.
How far ahead should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Costa Mesa?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. to Costa Mesa. Price data was last updated on December 13, 2024.
The best time to book flights from Washington, D.C. to Costa Mesa is 30 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Costa Mesa?
Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Costa Mesa (average of $240). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Costa Mesa in July is currently the most expensive (average of $322). 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 CM3?
Find hourly flight availability from Washington, D.C. to Costa Mesa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 18, 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 Costa Mesa as you normally would.
What is the cheapest day to fly from Washington, D.C. to Costa Mesa?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. to Costa Mesa. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Washington, D.C. to Costa Mesa 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.
Weekly flight availability from Washington, D.C. to Costa Mesa
Explore weekly flight availability from Washington, D.C. to Costa Mesa. 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 18, 2024.
The most flights from WAS to CM3 are scheduled on a Wednesday (49 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).
Rainfall in Costa Mesa by month
Plan your trip to Costa Mesa by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.
In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Costa Mesa 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 Costa Mesa when rainfall is around 0.0 in.
Temperature in Costa Mesa by month
Plan your trip to Costa Mesa by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.
If weather is an important factor for your trip to Costa Mesa, 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 Costa Mesa
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Costa Mesa. 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 Costa Mesa. Reviews last updated December 18, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown American Airlines, Alaska Airlines and Delta from Washington, D.C. to Costa Mesa. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue
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No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue
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No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue
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No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue
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No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue
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No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue
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Top 9 airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Costa Mesa
Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Washington, D.C. to Costa Mesa. 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 18, 2024.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
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| Cheapest$74 | Average$228 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time65% | |
| Cheapest$108 | Average$243 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$133 | Average$468 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$138 | Average$486 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$163 | Average$281 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$174 | Average$354 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time83% | |
| Cheapest$195 | Average$478 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$216 | Average$531 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% | |
| Cheapest$219 | Average$480 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% |