Washington, D.C.

$88+ Cheap flights from Santa Ana (SNA) to Washington, D.C. (WAS)

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SNA — WAS
Nov 25 — Dec 21
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The best prices from Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to Washington, D.C. are usually found in January or April, booked 47 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Santa Ana to Washington, D.C.

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

January

Round-trip from

$233
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$88
(Trip.com)
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From Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to Washington, D.C. (WAS)
One-way flight from Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to Washington, D.C. (WAS)

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This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/98:11 pmSNA - BWI
2 stops18h 30mSpirit Airlines
Wed 12/119:46 amBWI - SNA
1 stop15h 04mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/19$233
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/2611:54 amSNA - BWI
1 stop8h 07mDelta
Thu 11/286:00 amBWI - SNA
1 stop8h 42mDelta
Deal found 11/19$356
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Tue 12/1012:36 pmSNA - IAD
1 stop6h 48mAmerican Airlines
Fri 12/135:01 pmIAD - SNA
1 stop8h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/19$371
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/256:45 amSNA - DCA
1 stop7h 35mDelta
Thu 12/126:00 amDCA - SNA
1 stop7h 27mDelta
Deal found 11/18$376
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/2512:52 pmSNA - IAD
1 stop7h 30mDelta
Thu 12/126:00 amIAD - SNA
1 stop7h 27mDelta
Deal found 11/18$376
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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.
Thu 12/199:50 amSNA - DCA
1 stop9h 09mFrontier
Tue 12/247:00 amDCA - SNA
1 stop7h 44mFrontier
Deal found 11/18$378
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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.
Mon 12/93:30 pmSNA - IAD
1 stop10h 38mUnited Airlines
Thu 12/126:30 amIAD - SNA
1 stop8h 47mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/18$406
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/97:30 pmSNA - IAD
1 stop15h 25mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/1212:55 pmIAD - SNA
3 stops28h 36mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/18$418
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Fri 11/298:30 amSNA - DCA
1 stop8h 19mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/112:44 pmDCA - SNA
1 stop8h 48mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/19$436
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Mon 12/92:00 pmSNA - IAD
1 stop28h 43mAlaska Airlines
Mon 12/169:13 amIAD - SNA
1 stop10h 51mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/19$449
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/2511:30 amSNA - BWI
1 stop6h 54mUnited Airlines
Wed 1/16:00 amBWI - SNA
1 stop8h 17mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/19$456
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Thu 12/122:15 pmSNA - DCA
1 stop6h 38mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/162:00 pmDCA - SNA
1 stop7h 56mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/19$506

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

Customize your flight search to find flights from Santa Ana 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 20, 2024.

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Santa AnaBaltimore

SNA - BWI

SNABWI

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 12/9

8:11 pm-5:41 pm

2 stops18h 30m

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 12/11

9:46 am-9:50 pm

1 stop15h 04m

$233

Santa AnaBaltimore

SNA - BWI

SNABWI

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 1/18

5:50 pm-7:02 am

1 stop10h 12m

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 1/21

6:15 am-2:45 pm

1 stop11h 30m

$356

Santa AnaWashington, D.C.

SNA - DCA

SNADCA

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 1/2

9:50 am-9:59 pm

1 stop9h 09m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 1/7

7:00 am-1:18 pm

1 stop9h 18m

$365

Santa AnaBaltimore

SNA - BWI

SNABWI

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 2/26

7:05 pm-5:56 pm

1 stop19h 51m

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 3/1

6:56 pm-10:50 am

1 stop18h 54m

$366

Santa AnaWashington, D.C.

SNA - IAD

SNAIAD

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 2/26

7:30 am-7:25 pm

1 stop8h 55m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 3/1

3:57 pm-8:56 pm

1 stop7h 59m

$366

Santa AnaWashington, D.C.

SNA - IAD

SNAIAD

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 2/14

12:40 pm-10:34 pm

1 stop6h 54m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 2/18

6:12 am-11:50 am

1 stop8h 38m

$371

Santa AnaWashington, D.C.

SNA - DCA

SNADCA

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 1/18

6:45 am-9:41 pm

2 stops11h 56m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 1/22

4:33 pm-10:01 pm

1 stop8h 28m

$373

Santa AnaWashington, D.C.

SNA - DCA

SNADCA

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 2/1

10:18 am-9:59 pm

1 stop8h 41m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 2/4

9:00 am-4:44 pm

2 stops10h 44m

$374

Santa AnaWashington, D.C.

SNA - DCA

SNADCA

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 1/15

1:09 pm-11:23 pm

1 stop7h 14m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 1/23

6:00 am-10:49 am

1 stop7h 49m

$381

Santa AnaWashington, D.C.

SNA - IAD

SNAIAD

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 1/8

1:09 pm-11:16 pm

1 stop7h 07m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 1/13

12:52 pm-7:43 pm

1 stop9h 51m

$381

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CheapOairPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

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  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Santa Ana-Washington, D.C. flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Santa Ana-Washington, D.C. flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Santa Ana-Washington, D.C. flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Santa Ana-Washington, D.C. 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 Santa Ana-Washington, D.C. flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Travel insights for flights from Santa Ana to Washington, D.C.

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Santa Ana to Washington, D.C. including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Santa Ana to Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on November 15, 2024.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Santa Ana to Washington, D.C., you should look to book at least 47 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Ana to Washington, D.C. (average of $300). Flying from Santa Ana to Washington, D.C. in June is currently the most expensive (average of $376). 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 SNA to WAS?

Find hourly flight availability from Santa Ana 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 November 20, 2024.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Santa Ana to Washington, D.C. is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 25% on airfare.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Santa Ana to Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on November 10, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Santa Ana to Washington, D.C. flight should consider departing on Thursday 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.

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 November 20, 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with American Airlines, Alaska Airlines and Delta from Santa Ana to Washington, D.C. by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.2
Very good
123 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.9

Entertainment

6.6

Comfort

8.3

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 8

Good flight on Breeze, on time, comfortable, friendly pilot and crew

8.2
Very good
123 reviews
8.2
Very good
123 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.9

Entertainment

6.6

Comfort

8.3

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 8

Good flight on Breeze, on time, comfortable, friendly pilot and crew

8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews
8.2
Very good
123 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.9

Entertainment

6.6

Comfort

8.3

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 8

Good flight on Breeze, on time, comfortable, friendly pilot and crew

8.0
Very good
9,461 reviews
8.2
Very good
123 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.9

Entertainment

6.6

Comfort

8.3

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 8

Good flight on Breeze, on time, comfortable, friendly pilot and crew

8.0
Very good
8,756 reviews
8.2
Very good
123 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.9

Entertainment

6.6

Comfort

8.3

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 8

Good flight on Breeze, on time, comfortable, friendly pilot and crew

7.4
Good
9,171 reviews
8.2
Very good
123 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.9

Entertainment

6.6

Comfort

8.3

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 8

Good flight on Breeze, on time, comfortable, friendly pilot and crew

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Santa Ana to Washington, D.C.?

    Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty (SNA) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Santa Ana to Washington, D.C.. You should not have trouble finding flights to Washington, D.C. from J. Wayne/Orange Cnty; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Washington, D.C. per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 7 airlines have flights from the Santa Ana airport to Washington, D.C.. It is only a 4.8 mi journey to J. Wayne/Orange Cnty (SNA) from Santa Ana’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Santa Ana to Washington, D.C. round-trip?

    Currently priced at $233, Spirit Airlines will fly you from Santa Ana to Washington, D.C. and back. In addition to Spirit Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from United Airlines and Frontier - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $356 and $365, respectively. These flights start at 48% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    $88 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Frontier. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Spirit Airlines and United Airlines, with prices starting from $109 and $164, respectively.

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

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Santa Ana to Washington, D.C.?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Santa Ana to Washington, D.C..

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Santa Ana to Washington, D.C.?

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Ana to Washington, D.C. (average of $300). Flying from Santa Ana to Washington, D.C. in June is currently the most expensive (average of $376). 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 7 airlines flying from Santa Ana to Washington, D.C.

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$120Average$242FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$124Average$215FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$138Average$464FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$279Average$476FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$279Average$544FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$350Average$589FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$416Average$535FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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