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Find cheap flights from San Diego to Washington, D.C. from $59

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Cheap flight deals from San Diego to Washington, D.C. (SAN-WAS)

Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from San Diego to Washington, D.C. that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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7:58 pm - 8:18 amSAN-BWI
9h 20m1 stop
9:20 pm - 9:14 amBWI-SAN
14h 54m1 stop
$135Spirit Airlines
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Thu, May 9 - Sun, May 12
7:58 pm - 8:18 amSAN-BWI
9h 20m1 stop
9:20 pm - 9:14 amBWI-SAN
14h 54m1 stop
$136Spirit Airlines
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Fri, May 10 - Sun, May 12
9:03 am - 9:59 pmSAN-DCA
9h 56m1 stop
7:00 am - 8:15 pmDCA-SAN
16h 15m1 stop
$143Frontier
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Thu, May 2 - Tue, May 7
2:08 pm - 9:59 pmSAN-DCA
28h 51m1 stop
6:57 pm - 7:04 amDCA-SAN
15h 07m1 stop
$144Frontier
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Thu, May 23 - Tue, May 28
9:50 am - 5:54 pmSAN-IAD
5h 04mnonstop
4:19 pm - 6:43 pmIAD-SAN
5h 24mnonstop
$257Alaska Airlines
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Wed, May 29 - Tue, Jun 4
12:55 pm - 8:39 pmSAN-IAD
4h 44mnonstop
6:45 am - 11:51 amIAD-SAN
8h 06m1 stop
$266United Airlines
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Tue, May 14 - Wed, May 15
8:45 pm - 7:16 amSAN-IAD
7h 31m1 stop
7:10 pm - 11:41 pmIAD-SAN
7h 31m1 stop
$271United Airlines
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Tue, May 14 - Wed, May 15
9:50 am - 5:54 pmSAN-IAD
5h 04mnonstop
4:19 pm - 6:43 pmIAD-SAN
5h 24mnonstop
$273Alaska Airlines
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Wed, May 29 - Tue, Jun 11
9:37 am - 7:44 pmSAN-IAD
7h 07m1 stop
8:55 am - 12:58 pmIAD-SAN
7h 03m1 stop
$285American Airlines
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Sat, Sep 28 - Tue, Oct 1
12:38 pm - 10:41 pmSAN-IAD
7h 03m1 stop
2:05 pm - 7:47 pmIAD-SAN
8h 42m1 stop
$286American Airlines
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Flights from San Diego to Washington, D.C. - Travel Insights & Trends

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from San Diego to Washington, D.C. to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest San Diego to Washington, D.C. flight route?

The cheapest price for flight routes found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks for one-way flights from San Diego to Washington, D.C..
Our data shows that the cheapest route for a one-way flight from San Diego to Washington, D.C. cost $90 and was between San Diego and Baltimore. On average, the best prices are found if you fly this route. The average price for a return flight for this route is $189.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Diego to Washington, D.C.?

The average price of all flights from San Diego to Washington, D.C. clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
Your flight ticket price will generally be cheaper if you fly to Washington, D.C. on a Tuesday and more expensive on a Monday. On your return trip to San Diego, you should consider flying back on a Wednesday, and avoid Sundays for better deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Diego to Washington, D.C.?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights from San Diego to Washington, D.C., removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from San Diego to Washington, D.C. is January, where tickets cost $284 on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and March, where the average cost of tickets is $494 and $474 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from San Diego to Washington, D.C.?

To calculate daily average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each day before departure over the last year for flights from San Diego to Washington, D.C., removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each month.
To get a below average price on the flight from San Diego to Washington, D.C., you should book around 5 days before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 84 days before departure.

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from San Diego to Washington, D.C.?

The cheapest price for the route for each airline clicked by KAYAK users in the last 72 hours.
The cheapest return flight ticket from San Diego to Washington, D.C. found by KAYAK users in the last 72 hours was for $135 on Spirit Airlines, followed by Frontier ($143). One-way flight deals have also been found from as low as $59 on Spirit Airlines and from $75 on Frontier.

Which airlines fly most frequently between San Diego and Washington, D.C.?

San Diego and Washington, D.C. are connected by different airlines. The airlines that fly that route the most regularly are United Airlines (4 flights per day), Southwest (2 flights per day), and Alaska Airlines (one flight per day).

Which airlines fly non-stop between San Diego and Washington, D.C.?

Airline and price data is aggregated from results in KAYAK’s search results from the last 2 weeks for flights from San Diego to Washington, D.C..
There are 4 airlines that fly nonstop from San Diego to Washington, D.C.. They are: Alaska Airlines, Southwest, Spirit Airlines and United Airlines. The cheapest price of all airlines flying this route was found with Alaska Airlines at $118 for a one-way flight. On average, the best prices for this route can be found at Spirit Airlines.

How many flights are there between San Diego and Washington, D.C. per day?

Each day, there are between 7 and 9 nonstop flights that take off from San Diego and land in Washington, D.C., with an average flight time of 4h 56m. The most common departure time is 9:00 pm and most flights take off in the morning, while the most flights land at Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport. Each week, there are 57 flights. The most frequent day of departure is Tuesday, when 16% of all weekly flights depart. The fewest flights depart on a Saturday.

Which cabin class options are there for flights between San Diego and Washington, D.C.?

The average price of flights for each cabin class for the route found by users searching on KAYAK over the last 2 weeks.
There are 4 cabin class options for the route. These are First, Business, Economy and Prem Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

How long does a flight from San Diego to Washington, D.C. take?

Nonstop flights from San Diego generally make it to Washington, D.C. in 4h 44m. The flying distance between the two cities is 2,270 miles.

What’s the earliest departure time from San Diego to Washington, D.C.?

Early birds can take the earliest flight from San Diego at 6:20 am and will be landing in Washington, D.C. at 2:25 pm.

What’s the latest departure time from San Diego to Washington, D.C.?

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from San Diego to Washington, D.C. jets off at 9:14 pm and lands at 5:09 am.

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Low season

January

High season

November

Cheapest flight

$59
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 29% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 6% lower on average.
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When to book flights from San Diego to Washington, D.C.

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San Diego to Washington, D.C. based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
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FAQs for booking flights from San Diego to Washington, D.C.

  • Is there a hotel near the San Diego Airport?

    Though in the airport there aren’t any airports, you will find it fitting to check in to one of the hotels very close to the airport. You can check in at the Holiday Inn San Diego Hotel and Marina which offers a free shuttle ride to and from the hotel. Other hotels within the airport include The Sheraton San Diego is the closest hotel to the airport is the Town Place Suites San Diego Airport.

  • Are the places to eat at SAN?

    At the ticketing area on Terminal 1, you will find the Ryan Bro’s Coffee while on the landside of Terminal 2 the Einstein Bros. Bagels, both run 24hs. If you are more of a snacks/sweets person, you will be able to find vending machines all over the airport.

  • Does Washington Dulles Airport have sleeping spots?

    Most sleeping locations are found after the security checkpoint, so you will want to be past the checkpoint before it closes. From there, the sleeping spots are comprised of mostly arm-rest free seats and are found at Concourses D and C. Other places you can sleep are on the seats inside the cafés and around Gates D1 and C20.

  • Are there any airport lounges at Washington Dulles Airport?

    The lounges at WAS are numerous, starting with the one beside Gate A22 at Concourse A under Air France, which requires either a membership, a lounge pass, or a day pass. The British Airways Galleries Lounge, which also offers shower facilities, and the Turkish Airlines Lounge are both located on Concourse B. The United Club and the Virgin Atlantic Clubhouse are located at Gate A32 at Concourse A on both Concourse D and C. Military personnel and their families are accommodated in the USO Military Lounge, which is located on the Arrivals Level of the Main Terminal. While you wait for your flight, you can read a book or watch television in the lounges.

  • What is the cheapest flight from San Diego to Washington, D.C.?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from San Diego to Washington, D.C. was $59 for a one-way ticket and $135 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between San Diego and Washington, D.C.?

    No, a passport isn't needed to fly from San Diego to Washington, D.C.. However, local authorities might ask for an official ID.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from San Diego to Washington, D.C.?

    When flying out of San Diego you will be using San Diego. You will be landing at one of these airports: Washington, D.C. Reagan-National or Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from San Diego to Washington, D.C.?

    Alaska Airlines, JetBlue, American Airlines, Delta, and United Airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the San Diego to Washington, D.C. flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from San Diego to Washington, D.C.?

    The Boeing 737 MAX 9 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the San Diego to Washington, D.C. flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from San Diego to Washington, D.C.?

    oneworld, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between San Diego and Washington, D.C., with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from San Diego to Washington, D.C.?

    There are nonstop flights from San Diego to Washington, D.C. on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from San Diego to Washington, D.C., Alaska Airlines or Delta?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from San Diego to Washington, D.C. are Alaska Airlines and Delta. With an average price for the route of $324 and an overall rating of 8.0, Alaska Airlines is the most popular choice. Delta is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $369 and an overall rating of 8.0.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from San Diego to Washington, D.C.?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from San Diego to Washington, D.C..

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from San Diego to Washington, D.C.?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Washington, D.C. from San Diego is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from San Diego to Washington, D.C.?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Washington, D.C. with an airline and back to San Diego with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from San Diego to Washington, D.C.?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Washington, D.C. from San Diego up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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Top tips for finding a cheap flight from San Diego to Washington, D.C.

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $91 or less one-way and $223 or less round-trip.
  • Take note of the Traveler’s Aid while at San Diego International Airport (SAN) where you will be able to be assisted if you are distressed or stranded. There are volunteers working with the organization who are ready to offer assistance on matters pertaining to emergency housing, lost luggage and belongings, transportation, and destination queries. You can find them in the Baggage Claims area of Terminals 1 and 2.
  • You will be able to surf the internet while at SAN when connected to the free Wi-Fi, though there is a time limit of 2h.
  • If you need to charge your device while at Washington Dulles Airport (IAD), seek outlets in Concourse D, C, and near Gate B73. These areas are open to the public and are free to use.
  • At Concourse B of the Ronald Regan Washington National (DCA), you can locate the interfaith chapel where you can go to pray.
  • The pet relief areas at the Baltimore International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) are found at Concourse C and Concourse E, close to the Airside at Door 19.
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Prefer to fly non-stop from San Diego to Washington, D.C.?

Find which airlines fly direct from San Diego to Washington, D.C., which days they fly and book direct flights.

Nonstop departures

San Diego to Washington, D.C.

Monday

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Austrian Airlines, +5 more

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +6 more

Tuesday

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Austrian Airlines, +5 more

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +6 more

Wednesday

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Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +6 more

Thursday

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Austrian Airlines, +5 more

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Friday

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Austrian Airlines, +5 more

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +6 more

Saturday

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Austrian Airlines, +5 more

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +6 more

Sunday

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Austrian Airlines, +5 more

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +6 more

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Nonstop returns

Washington, D.C. to San Diego

Monday

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Austrian Airlines, +5 more

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +6 more

Tuesday

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Austrian Airlines, +5 more

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +6 more

Wednesday

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Austrian Airlines, +4 more

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +5 more

Thursday

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Austrian Airlines, +5 more

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +6 more

Friday

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Austrian Airlines, +5 more

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +6 more

Saturday

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Austrian Airlines, +5 more

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +6 more

Sunday

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Austrian Airlines, +5 more

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +6 more

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Top 5 airlines serving from San Diego to Washington, D.C.

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from San Diego to Washington, D.C.. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from San Diego to Washington, D.C.? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
8.0
Alaska AirlinesOverall score based on 9109 reviews
7.3entertainment
8.2boarding
7.3food
7.9comfort
8.6crew
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This flight was significantly affected by poor wifi connections. I couldn’t get my work done because the wifi kept dropping. Even texts were not going through. There is no seat power in premium class either. I fly a lot. Today was my 10th flight in 4 weeks. This was by far the only flight that was sub par.

4.0 OkayJanine, Apr 2024SAN - SEA
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This flight was significantly affected by poor wifi connections. I couldn’t get my work done because the wifi kept dropping. Even texts were not going through. There is no seat power in premium class either. I fly a lot. Today was my 10th flight in 4 weeks. This was by far the only flight that was sub par.

WiFi connection bad. Food is really awful. Crew very nice and efficient

It was the worst experience because they delayed the flight by 2 and half hours. We were supposed to depart by 3:41 but they did the depart by 6 pm. It was so boring!!

My experience with Alaska Airlines flights is dominated by the fact that today’s economy class is barely humane. Everyone is so tightly packed together that one cannot move an inch for the entire flight…. and if it’s a bicoastal trip, that’s almost five hours of discomfort!! And if you’re above average in height and/or weight it’s absolute hell! Moreover, still all Economy classes are basically the same across airline carriers, it doesn’t matter who you fly with.

Everything was fine within the parameters of flying full aircraft. My only small regret was that the non-meal, "snack" type food options had 90% medium to high sodium items. They looked appetizing, but many, if not most older Americans are restricted in sodium intake, so maybe one low/no sodium option would entice people to buy them. I brought my own food. The staff, on-time and aircraft quality were great, as usual for Alaska.

High travel time and the flight was full but the staff handled it all well.

When I purchased the tickets I purchased insurance as well but for some reason it didn't go through, then this past Monday I broke my leg and was unable to make my trip, I'll never book through Kayak again.

Alaska airlines was good! Friendly staff, good communication and respectful. The alaska airlines help in everyway they can

The reduced size overhead compartments were a surprise. They keep getting smaller and smaller while amenities keep getting fewer.

Friendly service. Aircrew was very professional and genuinely positive in attitude and demeanor.

I didn’t not like that I could not select my seat and ended up with the worse seat.

The landing was bad and the hostess came two times and i was sleeping but when she served the person that nexts to me I woke up and she didn’t even asked me if I need any drink or snacks two times!!!!

Plane was late because of a mechanical malfunction and the food listed as available was not. Flight attendants seem over worked and under paid. They just done seem happy. And that can be seen in their faces.

Waited 3 hours on a plane to de-ice due to manpower issues. Waited another hour and a half once we landed because of a gate issue. Missed my connections. Created. A total of 13 hours of delay.

Great, on time departure, friendly and accommodating crew, great leg room, Smith flight

Plane was turned around due to fog half way into the flight, Delta did not properly direct passengers to stay on same flight and instead failed to properly rebook on Alaska

Like most domestic flights in the US, you are basically on your own with this airline when it comes to food, so be sure to purchase meals and drinks ahead of time or expect to arrive starving and dehydrated (like I was).

You need to be a hacker to get the (Free) WiFi

I guess they don’t serve drinks on planes anymore

The flight was overbooked and the staff at the gate started calling for volunteers to drop out and offering incentives. That delayed the flight

It got me where I needed it to; not much more. It had no competition so that was why I chose it.

Plane didn’t even make it off the ground. We all had to get off and walk to a different terminal (lots of confusion) to get on a different plane. Landed fairly late, connections missed.

Crowded flight, but upbeat and kind crew. Pilot greeted us at door, flight attendant thanked a number of “special” passengers for their business, another addressed an eight-year old boy as “young man.” United obviously trying to up their game, but though all of that is nice and notable, flying still feels like moving along a human assembly line, being herded into one small space after another (boarding areas with too few seats, planes with limited personal space, shuttles (IAD) packed too full.

It was ok until we got to DC and I wanted to use my United Club pass and the snobbish receptionist said that they don’t take one pass. It took me everything itch of patience not to tell her off

Food choice was poor and we had to buy on board snacks.

We were offer chocolate cookies , not everyone eat chocolate. Thank you

Lost luggage again. Our second trip to Mykonos, and 2nd time no luggage.

Flight was well orchestrated, made up time despite circling a bit all good on United. Travelers can just be so into themselves that common courtesy has gone out window for some, but that’s not on United.

Loading was quick and efficient. The bate and switch with discount tickets were you are forced to pay for bag.

Good flight, comfortable seats and very quick passage through Heathrow. Boarding in Washington was cramped and not well organized, but the rest was perfect.

The flight was great until towards the end when the flight attendant read an excessively long commercial for purchasing an american airlines credit card. The worst part is that we are doing a lot of traveling this year so i was actually interested in getting the credit card, but I was so annoyed with the long commercial that I completely dismissed the flight attendant bringing around the information. Next time, keep the sales pitch to 10 seconds and then pass around the brochures!!

Nice aircraft. Plane was PACKED full and distance between seats was tight. Had it been more than a two hour flight it would not have been tolerable. I had much more knee space on the JetBlue flight I went out on.

New ridiculous policy by american destroyed my allegiance to american. As a million miler with american, I expected it would be easy to get on an earlier flight when I got to airport earlier than expected, and save a five hour layover. WRONG. The online app would not let me switch flights, So I called, and was promised a call back in 90 minutes. HAH! The customer service desk at DCA said “we no longer have access to changing a flight on our screens. If the app couldn’t do it, I should send a letter to American, but there’s nothing else possible!”

I am tired of being nickel and dimed for seat location, checked luggage and carry on bags. That is why i rarely fly anymore.

It was right on time and crew were very courteous

Great flight. Boarding was efficient and quick. On time departure and smooth flight. Flight arrived early at destination. Good experience.

Literally the worst experience ever and I had my service dog with me. Flight was supposed to leave at 1:51 PM but the plane arrived late. They boarded us around 3 PM and kept us on the plane for an hour saying that due to weather conditions in Miami, we could not takeoff yet. After waiting for an hour, they deplaned. And then they will not give us our bags back that we could just leave and schedule for another flight. Every hour they kept updating saying we have to wait another hour without any explanation as to what was going on. Eventually, I went to customer service to change my ticket, but by the time I made it to the front of the line, they started boarding my flight again. And then when we got onto the flight, they said there were two flight attendants That were past their shift. They kept us on the plane for about another 40 minutes until they told us they had no other flight attendance and had to deplane again. Then I gave us hotel vouchers and told us we would be on a flight at 6 AM the next day. At this point it is about 9 PM. I get to the hotel with my dog, who hasn’t been able to go potty for about eight hours. When I arrived at the hotel, I got a text alert saying my flight has been canceled at 6 AM and they moved past to 5 AM, however the hotel shuttle doesn’t leave early enough to make it to the airport for 5 AM flight. So me and some other passengers got a cab after about three hours of sleep to get back to the airport. This was the worst experience ever.

Their computers were down upon arrival to the airport. They were unable to figure out how to board us. We were delayed over an hour and a half.

Delay. Flight was delayed in Washington.knew that connection was impossible as not enough time to switch terminals. The steward would not let me stay the night. So forced to Dallas.late night, after 10pm.hotel checkin was one hour. Passengers lined up only one girl to checkin at comfort inn. No food availability at that time. Had to leave early at 6:30 am to catch a flight at 8:45. Stressfull.

The experience with American Airlines was terrible from beginning to end. Flight 1210 from Cancun to Charlotte was delayed three times. AA customer service at the CUN airport could not provide information on why or how to accommodate me if I missed my connecting flight at CLT due to the delays. Upon arrival to CLT, de-boarding the plane was a horrible experience. You all should have allowed passengers with departing connecting flights within the hour, to get off the plane first! It caused so many passengers to lose valuable time waiting to get off the plane, and then the long lines in customs! American Airlines knew passengers had to make connecting flights and still chose not to hold the plane? I missed Flight 2758 from CLT to DCA for that reason. Waiting three more hours for the next - Flight 1269 from CLT to DCA. Once again another delay at the last possible minute before boarding due to the plane going out of service/maintenance. Once the new plane boarded, we sat on the tarmac for 40min. I did not arrive to DCA until 12:33am. I spent over 12hours at the airport and I plan to never fly American Airlines again.

Terrible. Seats are bad and the baggage policy is inconsistent

Better than I expected but I did pay for a seat and carry on bags ahead of time.

I hope to avoid flying with them in the future. First flight got cancelled then got stuck with a 13 hour layover in Denver. The process was long and frustrating to many people.

Flight was delayed on the runway for 40 minutes the crew did not even offer even water to passengers to compensate for the flight delayed. The flight was delayed due to aircraft mechanical issues. Worst customer service ever

The flight was delayed and I had to cancel because I would have missed my connection and there were no other flights for the next two days. They also lost my bag!!

My first time to fly Frontier and loved it! Boarding was super easy as we only had personal items. Crew was helpful and funny and the plane was clean. Pilot was also great at landing the plane smoothly.

late late late late no accountability no refund no adjustment no reasonable solution

This isna terribly run airlines. If you're one minute late, they will deny your ticket. Don't waste your time or money

Flight was delayed for more than 3 hours, crew at ONT airport was rude, and when we got to DFW the airplane had an issue landing, we had to be taxied to the terminal, and the luggage was hold until the next day.

Several delays in a row totaling two hours with no information announcements and no explanations given. Rude and unapologetic onboard flight attendant addressing those of us in overpriced emergency exits as if we were idiots. It had been a while since I felt treated like cattle. I will do my best to avoid Frontier as much as possible in the future.

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Recent one-way flight deals

 
Only flying one-way? Below are some of the best one-way flight deals from San Diego to Washington, D.C. found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.
5/9Thu
1 stopSpirit Airlines
13h 16mSAN-BWI
$59
5/14Tue
1 stopSpirit Airlines
13h 21mSAN-BWI
$62
5/2Thu
1 stopFrontier
12h 17mSAN-BWI
$75
5/4Sat
1 stopFrontier
9h 26mSAN-DCA
$75
5/15Wed
nonstopUnited Airlines
4h 55mSAN-IAD
$129
5/15Wed
1 stopAmerican Airlines
8h 34mSAN-IAD
$137
5/11Sat
nonstopAlaska Airlines
5h 02mSAN-IAD
$145
5/11Sat
1 stopUnited Airlines
8h 58mSAN-IAD
$150
7/4Thu
1 stopAmerican Airlines
7h 21mSAN-DCA
$153
5/24Fri
nonstopAlaska Airlines
5h 04mSAN-IAD
$179

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Last minute flights from San Diego to Washington, D.C.

Last minute flight, train and bus deals

 
These last-minute flight deals are the cheapest flights found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours for flights from San Diego to Washington, D.C. that are departing in the next 10 days.
4/24Wed
multi-stopFrontier
14h 45mSAN-DCA
4/30Tue
multi-stopFrontier
16h 15mDCA-SAN
$183
4/24Wed
multi-stop
14h 18mSAN-BWI
5/1Wed
multi-stop
7h 46mBWI-SAN
$233
4/20Sat
multi-stopAmerican Airlines
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5/2Thu
multi-stopAmerican Airlines
9h 58mIAD-SAN
$558
4/21Sun
multi-stopDelta
6h 59mSAN-BWI
4/25Thu
multi-stopDelta
8h 26mBWI-SAN
$564
4/24Wed
multi-stopAmerican Airlines
7h 27mSAN-IAD
4/26Fri
multi-stopAmerican Airlines
7h 46mIAD-SAN
$593
4/20Sat
nonstopAlaska Airlines
5h 02mSAN-IAD
5/5Sun
nonstopAlaska Airlines
5h 21mIAD-SAN
$624
4/20Sat
multi-stopAlaska Airlines
8h 49mSAN-IAD
5/2Thu
nonstopAlaska Airlines
5h 21mIAD-SAN
$633
4/24Wed
multi-stopUnited Airlines
28h 25mSAN-IAD
4/30Tue
multi-stopUnited Airlines
22h 16mIAD-SAN
$672
4/24Wed
multi-stopUnited Airlines
28h 25mSAN-IAD
4/30Tue
multi-stopUnited Airlines
23h 22mIAD-SAN
$677
4/24Wed
multi-stopDelta
8h 44mSAN-DCA
5/1Wed
multi-stopDelta
7h 45mDCA-SAN
$1,753

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San Diego - Washington, D.C. Flights

Departure:

San Diego (SAN)United States

Return flight deals:

Washington, D.C. - San Diego

Cabin classes:

$867
$845
$702
$189