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$346
Typical prices: $497-$297
Frontier, Alaska Airlines
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IAD - SAN • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$347
Typical prices: $487-$317
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Wed 8/19Sun 8/23
IAD - SAN • Non-stop
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Cheap Flights from Dulles Intl to San Diego (IAD-SAN)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Dulles Intl to San Diego 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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Thu, Aug 13 - Thu, Sep 10
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$346Multiple Airlines
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10:04 am - 6:14 pm
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$347Alaska Airlines
Tue, Jul 28 - Sun, Aug 2
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5h 10mnonstop
$349Multiple Airlines
Thu, Jul 23 - Tue, Jul 28
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$350Frontier
Wed, Aug 12 - Fri, Sep 11
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$351Multiple Airlines
Tue, Jul 21 - Wed, Jul 29
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$352Frontier
Fri, Jul 3 - Wed, Jul 8
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$353Multiple Airlines
Tue, Jun 30 - Tue, Jul 14
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22h 13m
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$354Frontier
Wed, Jul 1 - Tue, Jul 7
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Dulles Intl to San Diego flights

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

How much is a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to San Diego?

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to San Diego departing in August.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Washington Dulles Airport to San Diego?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to San Diego clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

If you are looking for a flight deal from Washington Dulles Airport to San Diego, look for departures on Wednesdays and avoid leaving on a Sunday, as it's usually the priciest day. When flying back from San Diego, Friday is the cheapest day to fly and Sunday is the most expensive.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to San Diego, 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to San Diego is October, where tickets cost $366 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and December, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $547 and $472 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to San Diego?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

No, with an average price for the route of $474, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to San Diego, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to San Diego, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 53% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 11 weeks before departure.

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Expert on United Airlines and IAD

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When to book flights from Dulles Intl to San Diego

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Dulles Intl to San Diego based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking Washington Dulles Airport to San Diego flights

  • How can you connect from SAN to the city center?

    You need have no reason to worry about how you will get to the city center after landing at SAN. Taxis offer the fastest means of transport from the airport to the city center, taking about 12 minutes. Apart from this, you can use car rentals or public buses to connect to the city center from the airport.

  • How friendly are flights to San Diego from IAD to kids?

    The presence of kid-friendly meals and video games on many of the flights on this route will keep the child comfortable and upbeat during the ride. Kids can play in the play areas, slides, and aviation games at both SAN and IAD.

  • Are there car rentals at SAN?

    Consider renting a car when planning for your flight from IAD to San Diego to ease your movement around the city. On level 1 of the main Terminal of the airport, you will access the on-site car rentals. The process of renting a car at this airport is, therefore, easy for you.

  • Is it safe to land at SAN from IAD late at night?

    If you’re likely to arrive at SAN late at night after your long flight from IAD to San Diego, there is no reason to panic. Several hotels with 24h operational front desks surround this airport. Wyndham Garden San Diego near SeaWorld is one of the hotels you may consider checking in if you arrive at SAN late at night. The hotel’s airport shuttles will ensure your safety and convenience.

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

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to San Diego was $186 for a one-way ticket and $346 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Washington Dulles Airport and San Diego?

    Even though you are not required to have a passport, keep in mind that an official ID is needed to board the airplane.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Washington Dulles Airport to San Diego?

    Washington Dulles Airport and San Diego are both served by 1 main airport. You will leave Washington Dulles Airport from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl and will be arriving at San Diego.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Washington Dulles Airport to San Diego?

    Alaska Airlines, JetBlue, and American Airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Washington Dulles Airport to San Diego flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Washington Dulles Airport to San Diego?

    The Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Washington Dulles Airport to San Diego flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Washington Dulles Airport to San Diego?

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

  • On which days can I fly direct from Washington Dulles Airport to San Diego?

    There are nonstop flights from Washington Dulles Airport to San Diego on a daily basis.

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

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Washington, D.C. to San Diego are Alaska Airlines and Delta. With an average price for the route of $378 and an overall rating of 7.9, Alaska Airlines is the most popular choice. Delta is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $396 and an overall rating of 7.9.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Washington Dulles Airport to San Diego?

    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 Washington Dulles Airport to San Diego.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to San Diego from Washington Dulles Airport 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 Washington Dulles Airport to San Diego?

    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 San Diego with an airline and back to Washington Dulles Airport with another airline. Booking your flights between Washington Dulles Airport and SAN can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

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

    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 San Diego from Washington Dulles Airport up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to San Diego

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $213 or less one-way and $408 or less round-trip.
  • Most of the flights from Washington Dulles Airport (IAD) to San Diego have San Diego International Airport (SAN) as the arrival airport. This is in spite of the city having other airports that serve flights along this route. The airport is centrally located in the city with a variety of transport options, which makes it easier for travelers arriving there to connect to various destinations.
  • When connecting to IAD from downtown Washington, you have several transport options. Metro Buses offer the most cost-effective and convenient means of transport from downtown to the airport. However, if you want to take the shortest time to connect to the airport, consider using a taxi, which takes about 15 minutes.
  • If you have limited mobility or traveling with someone who depends on a wheelchair, you have nothing to worry about when booking one of the flights from IAD to SAN. At IAD, you can access cab-to-aircraft wheelchair services from your respective airline. Similarly, you can get a wheelchair readily available at SAN if you communicate in advance with your airline.
  • You can conveniently catch up with the earliest flight from IAD to SAN, by spending the night before travel at one of the hotels near the airport. IAD Marriott, which is located about 0.6 miles from the airport, will be a good option.
  • If you are planning to travel from IAD to San Diego with your pet, you need knowledge of the location of pet relief areas at both IAD and SAN. At IAD, you can access the pet relief area on the opposite ends of the Terminal on the Departures Level near ticketing and check-in. At SAN, the pet relief area is located between Gate 46 and Gate 47, near the bathroom.

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from Dulles Intl to San Diego

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to San Diego. 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 Dulles Intl to San Diego? 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.
7.9
Alaska AirlinesOverall score based on 12514 reviews
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Over all it was great. My original flight was canceled but they quickly rebooked me. I was frustrated because I had to cancel my entire plans for the day but all considered, not bad. The crew tried to keep us calm while we sat in the plane for was felt was an hour or so but they could use a bit of a script. The seats were comfortable and I would give it another try.

8.0 ExcellentAnonymous, Jun 2026
SBA - SAN
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Over all it was great. My original flight was canceled but they quickly rebooked me. I was frustrated because I had to cancel my entire plans for the day but all considered, not bad. The crew tried to keep us calm while we sat in the plane for was felt was an hour or so but they could use a bit of a script. The seats were comfortable and I would give it another try.

Having the internet available while flying was great. Better than having to choose from watching movies from a limited selection.

Not able to get boarding pass for domestic connection flight when check in at international airport. I was told I need to get connection flight boarding pass after I entered US. It us very inconvenient.

I was very impressed at how Alaska Airlines handles people with medical needs.

Everything went smoothly from the transfer from Orlando to a quick board. Flight was not full and we were able to get underway a little early. My only critique is that in Orlando, they offered active duty service members and veterans to board ahead of their zones in the initial boarding process. They did not offer to veterans in San Diego. Both flights were comfortable

Good flight overall. Lots of bumps during flight but pilot kept searching for smooth air

The gate agents begged us to check our carryons. They BEGGED us, over and over, and said that the flight was completely, totally full, and said that if we don't check our bags, it will cause huge delays. They finally said that "group suchandsuch will be required to check bags!" So I checked mine. Well, the flight wasn't close to being full, and many of the overhead compartments were *empty*! Moreover, my bag was delayed at the carousel, and it wasn't on the carousel that was posted. COME ON, AIRLINE, you can look at the seating for the flight on your computer and decide whether it's really necessary to beg and beg and beg people to go through the hassle of checking their bags! This is annoying as hell and makes me not want to use your crummy airline ever again.

A gluten free option I could actually eat would have been nice.

Good. I didn’t order food and there was no entertainment available.

It is a hassle to not have entertainment screens on the backs of the seats.

Flight delayed two hours , missed connection flight then connection cancelled- horrible experience with hotel

The checking was disaster, the crew wasn't behave well. It took us two hours to check in, after that thr line at the TSA was long, we barely make the flight. Bad airline

I like that if they asked you to checked in a bag at the gate they give you priority to board

I liked the Starlink WiFi but didn't like how they said they were the only airline to offer a free meal and it turns out to be just a standalone sandwich and then charge for snacks to go with it. Rather have the free snacks like Southwest, but have the option to purchase a decent meal for a 5+ hour flight.

I like Hawaiian, it was great that they had good internet connection across the Pacific Ocean, thanks to Star Link satellites. The seating was comfortable, ( I was in economy ). Maybe I missed it, but I only got offered a beverage once. It was a nonstop flight KOA to SMF. I would take it again next time I go that way.

Previously flown Hawaiian Airlines on similar routes, I found Alaska Airlines to be noticeably more comfortable. The seats on Alaska Airlines provided better support and cushioning, which made a significant difference on the long flight to the islands. When you’re spending 5-6 hours in the air, seat comfort really matters, and Alaska Airlines delivered where it counts. After comparing both carriers, I’ve decided to book with Alaska Airlines for all my future Hawaii trips. The superior seat comfort alone makes it worth choosing Alaska over Hawaiian Airlines. If you’re planning a trip to Hawaii and prioritizing comfort, I’d recommend giving Alaska Airlines a try. You won’t be disappointed. Highly recommended for Hawaii travel!

I received several emails about my 3:10 flight. When I showed up to the airport at 12:30 to check my bags I was told the flight was actually at 1 pm. They grudgingly rebooked me for a flight at 5:22 to Vegas to get a connecting to LAX. I did find the gate for my original 3:10 flight but they were booked. I proceeded to receive status updates and gate change information for the 3:10 flight, even though I was apparently never supposed to be on that flight

The crew was EXTREMELY helpful And sweet and the flight was smooth!

The Kayak confirmation number did not work for checking in the day before. I checked in at 8.30 using my ticket number. When I arrived at the airport, I was informed that the flight was overbooked, and since I had checked in late, I did not have a seat. The Next flight was not until ten PM. I called my wife, who had been taking care of our kids all weekend, and she was upset, calling me a liar and telling me to stay in SD. It turned my weekend getaway into a nightmare! I blame the Kayak website and will not book flights using your app in the future.

One hour waiting time after boarding, but arrived in time. I am satisfied

Like: departed and arrived on time. Unlike: Food options for purchase allways bad, 1 of 2 of the crew members not very friendly at all. Seats and leg room aweful. At this point I am thinking on switching to AA.

Our flight was canceled same day and we were never informed. Had to pay more and worse seating on another airline.

Did not like that we couldn't complete check in on-line without providing pictures of our passports. Worry about identity theft. We had no delays and boarding was handled In an efficient manner.

Excellent! I got to Munich and was transferred to my Lufthansa flight quickly, in 15 to 20 minutes, so I did not miss my flight. However, I had checked my overhead bag at the boarding gate in Tampa. That got to Tunis the next day. That is to be expected.

WiFi didn’t exist , seats were super cramped, lights stayed on near my seat for a long time while others were dimmed, the food/trash/drink cart hit my shoulder at least a couple of times while moving, food options were down to just one option by the time it got to my row, the utensils were garbage (knife bent at a couple of places by the time I was done eating) the spoon was very flimsy plastic

Vegetarian selection could be better. Bread was too hard to chew.

Crew was friendly and competent. Food, wine, and entertainment were excellent except the raw tuna on the flight to Split. Recommend against serving that - at least as the only option. Many medical conditions do not allow people to eat raw fish.

United didn’t even try to hold the flight for me. They knew I had a tight connection and when I arrived at the gate less than 10 mins after final boarding the flight had already gone. The gate agent wasn’t even notified that I was on my way. She was told I wasn’t at the airport

Good quick flight on a small but comfortable plane. I'm 6'3 and had plenty of space.

The flight was delayed so we were dead tired, and after that the turbulence was horrible. I was very scared.

As always, most AA flights that we fly are almost ALWAYS delayed and that too multiple times. Very frustrating

The seat when "flat" was not flat and pad was too thin to cover it.

The small flights with Valet Luggage has a poor service

Overall a good experience, however Wifi was not working on the flight.

THe flight was an hour late. You got us on the plan and we sat on the ground for 45 minutes with no information from the pilot whatsoever. Worst flight this year.

Going non stop to lax like I paid for. Not stopping in MCI for gas. Too long of delays

Human interaction. Thought there would be more service-even a smile would have been nice.

Incoming flight was delayed, delaying boarding. It then took 30 mins to take off. Took 20 mins to get to a gate because they changed the gate last minute, crew weren’t ready so there was no one staffed to work the jet bridge. Boarding was so disorganized as is usual with American because everyone just stands around the gate regardless of boarding group.

Delayed for mechanical and no updates on what was happening and how long the delay might be.

Delays with no explanation. It could have been handled better.

There weren't enough employees at check in took awhile to get bags checked. There wasn't a wheel chair for me, I was sent to someone who turns out to work for a different airline, if My flight hadn't been delayed I probably would have missed my flight as it was, by the time I arrived at my gate, they started boarding in about 15 minutes. I don't know who took me to my gate, definitely was not the normal people who take passengers to the gate. I'm guessing she may have been in a management position. I wish I knew her name, she went beyond to help me. With that said everyone was kind, and were doing the best they could. So, I choose to say it was an Adventure, stressful start, but good. In the end went well. The situation was not only difficult for passengers but the employee's.

The staff at the check in counter was so rude. Made you feel Incompetent

Frontier scheduled a 40 minute connection in DEN. What they failed to mention was that they “close the doors” 20 mins prior to departure, which means you only have 20 mins. Not enough time. Possibly against DOT regulations. Filing complaint.

Flight was scheduled at 9:40pm. Got delayed to 10 am, the next day. crazy

The bag check, flight check-in, and onboard experience convinced my wife and me that we will actively go out of our way to avoid flying Frontier Airlines in the future. At bag check, we were informed that check-in could only be completed via the Frontier mobile app. Unfortunately, the app was extremely frustrating—sending us through repetitive, confusing loops that repeatedly forced us to decline add-on services with nearly every click. While most airline apps upsell, this one felt intentionally exhausting. As the process dragged on, we became genuinely concerned that my phone battery would die before check-in could be completed. We approached the bag check staff—who were standing together talking—and explained both our frustration and our predicament. They laughed. Later, my wife described the interaction as “gaslighting,” which felt accurate. We were then informed it would cost $25 per person simply to have our boarding passes printed. From that point forward, the tone of the experience was consistently hostile. The bag check employees were condescending and combative, behaving more like bullies than customer service staff. Unfortunately, that same attitude continued onboard. One flight attendant argued with me when I attempted to stow my backpack in the overhead bin. I explained that we had each paid $75 to check our bags specifically so we would not need to use carry-on space and could have adequate legroom. She demanded to see my ticket, pointed out that it said “no carry-on”—which I acknowledged—and I reiterated that this was precisely why we paid to check our bags. Her response was, “I don’t make the rules.” She then walked away, but not before asking if I “truly wanted to fly back to Chicago today?”—an unnecessary and unmistakable threat. It is also worth noting that despite booking our tickets together in the same transaction, we were not seated together. Upon our return to Chicago—where we could once again sit together—we compared onboard experiences. We both remarked on how unhappy the flight attendants appeared and how each of us was separately asked whether we would like to purchase a beverage. We declined. At no point was water mentioned as an option, leaving us with the clear impression that even water came at a cost—or that complimentary water, if available at all, was deliberately left unmentioned. Overall, the experience was shocking and deeply disappointing, but it was also a profound learning experience—one we will not forget and will not repeat. -Steve

Plane was hot and miserable and the crew was rude!

12 hour delay required getting on and off plane 3 times - would have at least liked to have been offered a snack or drink

They didn’t offer a water, even after I asked

They switched our terminal 3 times and we were delayed for four plus hours!!!

It was an early flight and most people napped/slept and the crew let us which was nice.

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