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$126+ Cheap flights from Reagan-National (DCA) to San Diego (SAN)

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DCA — SAN
Jan 21 — Jan 281
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The best prices from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National to San Diego are usually found in February or January, booked 55 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Saturday and return on a Tuesday

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Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$258
(Kissandfly.com)

One-way from

$126
(Frontier)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$318
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Cheapest flights from Reagan-National to San Diego
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Reagan-National to San Diego. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 16, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/57:00 amDCA - SAN
1 stop9h 32mFrontier
Sun 2/96:25 amSAN - DCA
1 stop12h 34mFrontier
Deal found 1/16$256
This Kissandfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 Kissandfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/67:00 amDCA - SAN
2 stops12h 06mMultiple Airlines
Wed 2/1212:05 pmSAN - DCA
1 stop7h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/16$259
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/66:43 amDCA - SAN
1 stop7h 34mAmerican Airlines
Wed 2/1211:13 amSAN - DCA
1 stop6h 46mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/16$273
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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.
Mon 2/176:05 amDCA - SAN
1 stop7h 50mDelta
Thu 2/206:25 amSAN - DCA
1 stop8h 39mDelta
Deal found 1/16$282
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 9/68:30 amDCA - SAN
Nonstop5h 35mAlaska Airlines
Wed 9/101:25 pmSAN - DCA
Nonstop4h 45mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/16$339
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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.
Wed 3/2611:00 amDCA - SAN
1 stop8h 30mUnited Airlines
Tue 4/17:35 pmSAN - DCA
2 stops13h 02mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/16$358
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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.
Tue 2/185:30 pmDCA - SAN
1 stop8h 00mSouthwest
Thu 2/2010:10 amSAN - DCA
2 stops9h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 1/16$388
This JetBlue Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 JetBlue Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/2910:45 amDCA - SAN
1 stop11h 19mJetBlue
Sun 6/18:15 pmSAN - DCA
1 stop11h 28mJetBlue
Deal found 1/16$461

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Washington, D.C.San Diego

DCA - SAN

DCASAN

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 2/5

7:00 am-1:32 pm

1 stop9h 32m

San Diego

Sun 2/9

6:25 am-9:59 pm

1 stop12h 34m

$256

Washington, D.C.San Diego

DCA - SAN

DCASAN

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 2/6

7:00 am-4:06 pm

2 stops12h 06m

San Diego

Wed 2/12

12:05 pm-10:19 pm

1 stop7h 14m

$259

Washington, D.C.San Diego

DCA - SAN

DCASAN

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 2/6

6:43 am-11:17 am

1 stop7h 34m

San Diego

Wed 2/12

11:13 am-8:59 pm

1 stop6h 46m

$273

Washington, D.C.San Diego

DCA - SAN

DCASAN

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 2/17

6:05 am-10:55 am

1 stop7h 50m

San Diego

Thu 2/20

6:25 am-6:04 pm

1 stop8h 39m

$282

Washington, D.C.San Diego

DCA - SAN

DCASAN

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 3/4

8:00 am-7:36 am

2 stops26h 36m

San Diego

Thu 3/6

9:35 am-9:59 pm

1 stop9h 24m

$340

Washington, D.C.San Diego

DCA - SAN

DCASAN

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 3/26

11:00 am-4:30 pm

1 stop8h 30m

San Diego

Tue 4/1

7:35 pm-11:37 am

2 stops13h 02m

$358

Washington, D.C.San Diego

DCA - SAN

DCASAN

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 2/18

5:30 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop8h 00m

San Diego

Thu 2/20

10:10 am-10:55 pm

2 stops9h 45m

$388

Washington, D.C.San Diego

DCA - SAN

DCASAN

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 4/16

6:20 am-11:42 am

1 stop8h 22m

$129

Washington, D.C.San Diego

DCA - SAN

DCASAN

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 1/30

7:00 am-6:58 pm

2 stops14h 58m

$141

Washington, D.C.San Diego

DCA - SAN

DCASAN

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 3/7

11:35 am-8:25 pm

1 stop11h 50m

$159

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Reagan-National to San Diego in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport-San Diego flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport-San Diego flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport-San Diego flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport-San Diego flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport-San Diego flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Reagan-National to San Diego

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Travel insights for flights from Reagan-National to San Diego

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Reagan-National to San Diego including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to San Diego?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Reagan-National to San Diego. Price data was last updated on January 10, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to San Diego is 55 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. Reagan-National Airport to San Diego?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to San Diego (average of $286). Flying from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of $366). 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 DCA to SAN?

Find hourly flight availability from Reagan-National to San Diego. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 16, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to San Diego in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 9% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to San Diego?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Reagan-National to San Diego. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to San Diego flight should consider departing on Monday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in San Diego by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Diego ranges from 0.0 - 2.3 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.3 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Diego when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Diego by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Diego, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 71.6 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 San Diego

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Diego. 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 San Diego. Reviews last updated January 16, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with United Airlines, Frontier and Delta from Washington, D.C. to San Diego by reading reviews from past customers. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

8.0
Very good
9,681 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

8.0
Very good
8,511 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7.4
Good
3,199 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7.4
Good
8,965 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

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 airport do you fly into for flights to San Diego from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National?

    If you book a flight to San Diego from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National, you will be flying to San Diego, which is the city’s only airport. San Diego (SAN) is located 2.6 mi from the center of San Diego. There is 1 flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National to San Diego per day from 8 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to San Diego round-trip?

    Currently priced at $258, Frontier will fly you from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to San Diego and back. In addition to Frontier, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from American Airlines and Delta - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $273 and $277, respectively. Frontier is currently priced 31% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to San Diego one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to San Diego are Frontier ($126), United Airlines ($129), and Delta ($159).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to San Diego?

    On average you can expect to pay $657 for a flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to San Diego. The cheapest flight overall is $367 while the most popular route, (Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - San Diego) is currently priced at $140.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Reagan-National to San Diego that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Reagan-National to San Diego flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Reagan-National to San Diego?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Reagan-National to San Diego.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Reagan-National to San Diego?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Reagan-National to San Diego 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. Reagan-National Airport to San Diego?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to San Diego (average of $286). Flying from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of $366). 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 8 airlines flying from Reagan-National to San Diego

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Reagan-National to San Diego. 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 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$130Average$253FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$132Average$222FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$132Average$322FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$257Average$426FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$263Average$398FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$265Average$440FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
JetBlueCheapest$310Average$391FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
SouthwestCheapest$347Average$493FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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