How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from California 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 California to Washington, D.C.. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from California 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 California is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

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

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What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from California 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 California up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

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Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from California 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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Recent round-trip flight deals from California to Washington, D.C.

Wed, Sep 10 - Sat, Sep 13

6:15 am - 5:57 pmLAX-BWI

8h 42m1 stop

8:16 am - 6:55 pmBWI-LAX

13h 39m1 stop

$112Spirit Airlines

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Tue, Sep 9 - Wed, Sep 17

11:10 pm - 9:58 amLAX-BWI

7h 48m1 stop

5:45 am - 8:31 amBWI-LAX

5h 46mnonstop

$113Spirit Airlines

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Wed, Oct 1 - Sat, Oct 11

11:02 pm - 7:01 amLAX-BWI

4h 59mnonstop

4:37 pm - 9:44 pmBWI-LAX

8h 07m1 stop

$118

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Sat, Sep 13 - Mon, Oct 6

11:02 pm - 7:01 amLAX-BWI

4h 59mnonstop

6:22 am - 12:13 pmBWI-LAX

8h 51m1 stop

$122

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Thu, Sep 4 - Fri, Sep 12

4:21 pm - 9:14 pmLAX-BWI

25h 53m1 stop

6:22 am - 12:21 pmBWI-LAX

8h 59m1 stop

$157Frontier

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Thu, Sep 18 - Thu, Sep 25

6:15 pm - 9:17 amLAX-IAD

12h 02m1 stop

10:17 am - 5:20 pmIAD-LAX

10h 03m1 stop

$168Frontier

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Sat, Oct 4 - Sat, Oct 11

8:30 am - 4:42 pmSAN-IAD

5h 12mnonstop

5:42 pm - 8:20 pmIAD-SAN

5h 38mnonstop

$229Hawaiian Airlines

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Sat, Oct 4 - Sat, Oct 11

8:30 am - 4:42 pmSAN-IAD

5h 12mnonstop

5:42 pm - 8:20 pmIAD-SAN

5h 38mnonstop

$230Alaska Airlines

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Tue, Sep 23 - Wed, Oct 1

8:33 am - 4:52 pmSAN-IAD

5h 19mnonstop

7:00 am - 2:48 pmIAD-SAN

10h 48m1 stop

$241Hawaiian Airlines

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Fri, Oct 31 - Mon, Nov 10

11:57 am - 8:00 pmLAX-DCA

5h 03mnonstop

9:59 am - 12:59 pmDCA-LAX

6h 00mnonstop

$247Alaska Airlines

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Useful Info

Low season	February
High season	November
Cheapest flight	$60

Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 4% increase in price.

Most popular time to fly with an average 17% increase in price.

Flight from Los Angeles to Baltimore

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Personal tips are bring your own food if you're hungry; keep foot space as open as possible for leg room; pack your patience

Verified travelerFlew with Alaska AirlinesLAX-IADJun 2024

Get to the airport on time because traffic in LA is unexpected

How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from California 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 California to Washington, D.C..
How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from California 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 California 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 California 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 California with another airline.
What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from California 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 California up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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Cabin class types available on flights to California

First Class flights to Washington, D.C.from $611

Business Class flights to Washington, D.C.from $608

Prem Econ Class flights to Washington, D.C.from $229

Economy Class flights to Washington, D.C.from $78

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How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from California 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 California to Washington, D.C..

How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from California 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 California 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 California 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 California with another airline.

What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from California 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 California up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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