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$139+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Salinas, CA, CA

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WAS — SFO
Apr 9 — Apr 161
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Cheap flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Salinas

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$281
(Alaska Airlines)

One-way from

$139
(Delta)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$438
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From Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Salinas
One-way flight from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Salinas
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($47 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($7 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Salinas
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Washington, D.C. to Salinas. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 4, 2025.

This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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 5/285:14 pmIAD - SFO
1 stop9h 39mAlaska Airlines
Mon 6/29:54 pmSFO - IAD
1 stop15h 20mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/2$281
This Agoda.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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 Agoda.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/286:35 pmDCA - SFO
Nonstop6h 08mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/56:35 amSFO - DCA
1 stop7h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/3$281
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/4. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/146:00 pmDCA - SFO
1 stop9h 44mFrontier
Thu 4/246:00 amSFO - DCA
1 stop7h 59mFrontier
Deal found 4/4$282
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/244:03 pmIAD - SFO
1 stop9h 28mMultiple Airlines
Sat 4/2610:33 amSFO - IAD
1 stop10h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/2$283
This Vliegwinkel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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 Vliegwinkel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/269:59 amDCA - SFO
1 stop11h 02mAlaska Airlines
Sat 5/38:30 amSFO - DCA
1 stop10h 29mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/3$285
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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 5/285:44 pmDCA - SFO
1 stop8h 37mHawaiian Airlines
Tue 6/39:25 amSFO - DCA
1 stop9h 34mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 4/2$286
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/177:59 pmIAD - SFO
Nonstop5h 47mHawaiian Airlines
Sat 6/2810:43 pmSFO - IAD
Nonstop5h 07mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 4/3$287
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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 4/512:48 pmIAD - SFO
1 stop11h 42mFrontier
Sun 4/2710:07 pmSFO - IAD
1 stop15h 28mFrontier
Deal found 4/2$288
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Wed 4/94:06 pmBWI - SFO
1 stop32h 24mFrontier
Thu 4/244:10 pmSFO - BWI
1 stop21h 48mFrontier
Deal found 4/3$290
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/287:50 amIAD - SFO
2 stops13h 55mSouthwest
Tue 6/36:00 amSFO - IAD
1 stop8h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 4/2$292
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/4. 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.
Tue 10/217:30 amBWI - SFO
1 stop11h 22mAlaska Airlines
Wed 10/292:55 pmSFO - BWI
2 stops11h 50mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/4$294
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/1712:42 pmDCA - SFO
1 stop8h 46mUnited Airlines
Tue 5/2712:43 amSFO - DCA
1 stop8h 03mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/3$294

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Washington, D.C. to Salinas 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 April 4, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Washington, D.C. to Salinas that are best for you.

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Washington, D.C.

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Salinas

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Depart

Return

Price

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

IAD - SFO

IADSFO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 5/28

5:14 pm-11:53 pm

1 stop9h 39m

San Francisco

Mon 6/2

9:54 pm-4:14 pm

1 stop15h 20m

$281

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

DCA - SFO

DCASFO

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 4/28

6:35 pm-9:43 pm

Nonstop6h 08m

San Francisco

Mon 5/5

6:35 am-4:59 pm

1 stop7h 24m

$281

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

DCA - SFO

DCASFO

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 4/14

6:00 pm-12:44 am

1 stop9h 44m

San Francisco

Thu 4/24

6:00 am-4:59 pm

1 stop7h 59m

$282

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

IAD - SFO

IADSFO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 4/24

4:03 pm-10:31 pm

1 stop9h 28m

San Francisco

Sat 4/26

10:33 am-11:58 pm

1 stop10h 25m

$283

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

DCA - SFO

DCASFO

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 4/26

9:59 am-6:01 pm

1 stop11h 02m

San Francisco

Sat 5/3

8:30 am-9:59 pm

1 stop10h 29m

$285

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

DCA - SFO

DCASFO

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 5/28

5:44 pm-11:21 pm

1 stop8h 37m

San Francisco

Tue 6/3

9:25 am-9:59 pm

1 stop9h 34m

$286

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

IAD - SFO

IADSFO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 6/17

7:59 pm-10:46 pm

Nonstop5h 47m

San Francisco

Sat 6/28

10:43 pm-6:50 am

Nonstop5h 07m

$287

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

IAD - SFO

IADSFO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 4/9

3:19 pm-10:58 pm

1 stop10h 39m

San Francisco

Thu 4/24

10:07 pm-4:35 pm

1 stop15h 28m

$290

BaltimoreSan Francisco

BWI - SFO

BWISFO

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 4/9

4:06 pm-9:30 pm

1 stop32h 24m

San Francisco

Thu 4/24

4:10 pm-4:58 pm

1 stop21h 48m

$290

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

IAD - SFO

IADSFO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 5/28

7:50 am-6:45 pm

2 stops13h 55m

San Francisco

Tue 6/3

6:00 am-5:55 pm

1 stop8h 55m

$292

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Washington, D.C. to Salinas

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. to Salinas. Price data was last updated on March 28, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Washington, D.C. to Salinas may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 88 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 Salinas?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Salinas (average of $276). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Salinas in June is currently the most expensive (average of $393). 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 S9N?

Find hourly flight availability from Washington, D.C. to Salinas. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 4, 2025.

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

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

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Washington, D.C. to Salinas 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 Salinas

Explore weekly flight availability from Washington, D.C. to Salinas. 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 4, 2025.

The most flights from WAS to S9N are scheduled on a Thursday (56 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (38 on average).

Rainfall in Salinas by month

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

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

Temperature in Salinas by month

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

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

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Salinas. 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 Salinas. Reviews last updated April 4, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Washington, D.C. to Salinas, such as Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot
8.0
Very good

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

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

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $139 on Delta. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Frontier from $139 and Alaska Airlines from $143 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Washington, D.C. to Salinas?

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Washington, D.C. to Salinas?

    Consider Virgin Australia (95%), ANA (93%) or United Airlines (64%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Washington, D.C. to Salinas.

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

    On average you can expect to pay $2,060 for a flight from Washington, D.C. to Salinas. The cheapest flight overall is $148 while the most popular route, (Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - San Francisco) is currently priced at $207.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to Salinas that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Washington, D.C. to Salinas flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

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    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 Salinas.

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    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Salinas 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 Salinas?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Salinas (average of $276). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Salinas in June is currently the most expensive (average of $393). 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 10 airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Salinas

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Washington, D.C. to Salinas. 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 4, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$63Average$229FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$91Average$232FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Sun Country AirCheapest$158Average$365FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
American AirlinesCheapest$198Average$466FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$206Average$490FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
JetBlueCheapest$219Average$363FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$237Average$446FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$245Average$519FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$256Average$448FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$277Average$337FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%

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