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$91+ Cheap flights from Irvine, CA to Washington, D.C. (WAS)

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Jan 26 — Feb 21
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The best prices from Irvine to Washington, D.C. are usually found in August or February, booked 62 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Thursday and return on a Wednesday

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$91
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$349
From Irvine to Washington, D.C. (WAS)
One-way flight from Irvine to Washington, D.C. (WAS)
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Sat 2/227:44 pmLAX - BWI
1 stop6h 34mSpirit Airlines
Sun 3/25:30 amBWI - LAX
1 stop9h 30mSpirit Airlines
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Deal found 1/20$167
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Fri 2/211:16 pmLAX - DCA
Nonstop4h 43mAlaska Airlines
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Sat 2/151:09 pmLAX - DCA
Nonstop4h 44mAmerican Airlines
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Nonstop6h 08mAmerican Airlines
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1 stop14h 34mFrontier
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Nonstop4h 43mMultiple Airlines
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1 stop9h 25mMultiple Airlines
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1 stop9h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/20$234

Find flights from Irvine to Washington, D.C. within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Irvine to Washington, D.C. 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 January 21, 2025.

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LAX - BWI

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Sat 2/1

4:18 pm-5:00 am

1 stop9h 42m

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 2/18

10:28 am-9:32 pm

1 stop14h 04m

$152

Los AngelesBaltimore

LAX - BWI

LAXBWI

Los Angeles

Thu 3/20

6:30 am-11:30 am

1 stop26h 00m

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 3/24

7:01 am-11:46 am

1 stop7h 45m

$153

Los AngelesBaltimore

LAX - BWI

LAXBWI

Los Angeles

Wed 4/16

8:18 pm-7:25 am

1 stop8h 07m

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 4/21

12:13 pm-9:35 pm

1 stop12h 22m

$170

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX - DCA

LAXDCA

Los Angeles

Fri 2/21

1:16 pm-8:59 pm

Nonstop4h 43m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 2/25

9:00 am-12:16 pm

Nonstop6h 16m

$227

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX - IAD

LAXIAD

Los Angeles

Wed 3/12

1:20 pm-9:10 pm

Nonstop4h 50m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 3/18

8:25 am-11:26 am

Nonstop6h 01m

$227

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX - DCA

LAXDCA

Los Angeles

Sat 2/15

1:09 pm-8:53 pm

Nonstop4h 44m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 2/22

5:30 pm-8:38 pm

Nonstop6h 08m

$228

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX - IAD

LAXIAD

Los Angeles

Thu 2/13

5:40 am-5:05 pm

1 stop8h 25m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 2/18

3:25 pm-10:50 pm

2 stops10h 25m

$228

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX - DCA

LAXDCA

Los Angeles

Mon 2/3

6:30 am-4:59 pm

1 stop7h 29m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 2/12

7:00 am-1:35 pm

1 stop9h 35m

$230

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX - IAD

LAXIAD

Los Angeles

Sat 2/1

10:35 pm-10:44 am

1 stop9h 09m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 2/10

10:39 am-5:02 pm

1 stop9h 23m

$230

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX - DCA

LAXDCA

Los Angeles

Wed 2/12

8:06 am-4:00 pm

Nonstop4h 54m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 2/19

5:10 pm-8:15 pm

Nonstop6h 05m

$232

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Travel insights for flights from Irvine to Washington, D.C.

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Irvine to Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on January 17, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Irvine to Washington, D.C. is 62 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 Irvine to Washington, D.C.?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Irvine to Washington, D.C. (average of $241). Flying from Irvine to Washington, D.C. in March is currently the most expensive (average of $290). 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 IR9 to WAS?

Find hourly flight availability from Irvine to Washington, D.C.. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 21, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Irvine to Washington, D.C. as you normally would.

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

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Irvine to Washington, D.C. flight should consider departing on Friday 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 Irvine to Washington, D.C.

Explore weekly flight availability from Irvine to Washington, D.C.. 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 January 21, 2025.

The most flights from IR9 to WAS are scheduled on a Monday (34 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (27 on average).

Rainfall in Washington, D.C. by month

Plan your trip to Washington, D.C. by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Washington, D.C. ranges from 2.6 - 4.0 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.0 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Washington, D.C. when rainfall is around 2.6 in.

Temperature in Washington, D.C. by month

Plan your trip to Washington, D.C. by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Washington, D.C., 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 80.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 35.6 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Washington, D.C.

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Washington, D.C.. 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 Washington, D.C.. Reviews last updated January 21, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Spirit Airlines, Delta and Frontier from Irvine to Washington, D.C. have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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Very good
4,662 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

8.0
Very good
9,706 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

7.4
Good
3,200 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

7.4
Good
8,984 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

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    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $91 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Spirit Airlines from $94 and Alaska Airlines from $114 one-way.

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    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Irvine to Washington, D.C. on time: Spirit Airlines (92%), Southwest (88%), Singapore Airlines (85%).

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

    While on average a flight from Irvine to Washington, D.C. is generally $699, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $67. When looking at the most popular route, (Los Angeles - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National), you can expect to pay $147 for that flight.

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Irvine to Washington, D.C.?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Irvine to Washington, D.C. (average of $241). Flying from Irvine to Washington, D.C. in March is currently the most expensive (average of $290). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$93Average$396FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
FrontierCheapest$105Average$255FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$112Average$235FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
JetBlueCheapest$121Average$289FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$140Average$451FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$177Average$510FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$216Average$495FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$249Average$487FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Sun Country AirCheapest$261Average$392FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
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