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$134 Find Cheap Flights from Oakland to Washington, D.C.

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Oakland to Washington, D.C. departing on 1/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Cheapest round-trip
$277
Typical prices: $387-$852
Southwest
Sat 1/10Sat 1/24
OAK - DCA • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$134
Overall average: $203
Southwest
Tue 1/13
OAK - DCA • 1 stop
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Cheapest • from $297 (round-trip)
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Cheap Flights from Oakland to Washington, D.C. (OAK-WAS)

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

Sat, Jan 10 - Sat, Jan 24
Southwest Logo
5:55 am - 6:15 pm
OAK
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DCA
9h 20m1 stop
Southwest Logo
4:40 pm - 10:35 pm
DCA
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OAK
8h 55m1 stop
$277Southwest
Fri, Jan 9 - Sat, Mar 7
Southwest Logo
6:15 am - 3:50 pm
OAK
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IAD
6h 35m1 stop
Southwest Logo
4:45 pm - 12:55 am
IAD
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OAK
11h 10m1 stop
$297Southwest
Wed, Feb 11 - Sat, Feb 14
Alaska Airlines Logo
8:10 am - 9:59 pm
OAK
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DCA
10h 49m1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
5:06 pm - 9:24 am
DCA
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OAK
19h 18m1 stop
$297Alaska Airlines
Tue, Jan 6 - Sat, Jan 10
Southwest Logo
7:40 am - 10:20 pm
OAK
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DCA
11h 40m1 stop
Southwest Logo
4:40 pm - 10:35 pm
DCA
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OAK
8h 55m1 stop
$302Southwest
Thu, Jan 8 - Wed, Jan 14
Delta Logo
4:54 pm - 11:10 pm
OAK
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IAD
27h 16m2 stops
Delta Logo
7:05 am - 11:57 am
IAD
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OAK
7h 52m1 stop
$306Delta
Thu, Jan 8 - Wed, Jan 14
Delta Logo
12:38 pm - 11:48 pm
OAK
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IAD
8h 10m1 stop
Delta Logo
7:05 am - 11:57 am
IAD
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OAK
7h 52m1 stop
$307Delta
Wed, Jan 7 - Tue, Jan 13
Delta Logo
5:55 am - 10:00 pm
OAK
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DCA
13h 05m2 stops
Delta Logo
12:55 pm - 10:53 pm
DCA
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OAK
12h 58m2 stops
$307Delta
Tue, Mar 3 - Wed, Mar 4
Alaska Airlines Logo
6:15 am - 5:46 pm
OAK
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BWI
8h 31m1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
6:46 pm - 11:54 pm
BWI
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OAK
32h 08m1 stop
$322Alaska Airlines
Sat, Jan 17 - Mon, Jan 19
Southwest Logo
5:15 am - 2:55 pm
OAK
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IAD
6h 40m1 stop
Southwest Logo
5:30 am - 10:10 am
IAD
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OAK
7h 40m1 stop
$327Southwest
Wed, Feb 11 - Sat, Feb 14
Alaska Airlines Logo
8:10 am - 9:59 pm
OAK
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DCA
10h 49m1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 10:49 pm
DCA
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OAK
17h 49m1 stop
$330Alaska Airlines
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for Oakland to Washington, D.C. flights

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

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

Data is based on round-trip flight searches on KAYAK over the past month.

The cheapest return flight from Oakland to Washington, D.C. costs $431 on the route between Oakland (OAK) and Baltimore (BWI). It is also the most popular route.

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

The average price of all round-trip flights from Oakland 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 Friday and more expensive on a Sunday. On your return trip to Oakland, you should consider flying back on a Monday, and avoid Fridays for better deals.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Oakland 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 Oakland to Washington, D.C. is August, where tickets cost $313 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and January, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $622 and $558 respectively.

Good to know

Low seasonAugust
Cheapest flight$134
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 27% drop in price.
Flight from Oakland to Reagan Washington National Airport

When to book flights from Oakland to Washington, D.C.

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Oakland to Washington, D.C. 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 flights from Oakland to Washington, D.C.

  • Are there any other airports near Oakland that I can use for this flight?

    Another option for this route is to fly from San Francisco International Airport (SFO), which is just across the bay from the city of Oakland and is only about a 45 minutes ride on the BART Yellow or Red Line. The great thing about this airport is that you can catch a nonstop flight aboard United, American, or Alaska Airlines to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD).

  • Which airport should I choose in the Washington D.C. area?

    The largest number of flights make their way to Washington Dulles International Airport, but this airport is about 26 miles west of the city. To get closer to the middle of town, a better option may be the two-stop flights aboard Delta Airlines to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA). If you are going anywhere north of the city, maybe try to fly to Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI).

  • What is one of the most sustainable airlines on this route?

    American Airlines is committed to sustainability and has implemented various initiatives to reduce its environmental impact. They have implemented measures to improve fuel efficiency and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. American Airlines offers a voluntary carbon offset program called CarbonFund, allowing passengers to offset the carbon emissions associated with their flights by making a donation towards environmental projects that reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

  • Do any airlines on this route allow kids to fly alone?

    Delta Airlines offers a service called Kids Fly Alone which provides assistance and supervision for children traveling without an accompanying adult. This service is available for children between the ages of 5 and 14 years old. Children aged 15 to 17 can also use the service if requested by the parent or guardian.

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

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Oakland to Washington, D.C. was $134 for a one-way ticket and $277 for a round-trip.

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

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

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

    JetBlue, and Alaska Airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Oakland to Washington, D.C. flight route.

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

    The Airbus A318/A319/A320/A321 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Oakland to Washington, D.C. flight route.

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

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

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Oakland to Washington, D.C., Alaska Airlines or Southwest?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Oakland to Washington, D.C. are Alaska Airlines and Southwest. With an average price for the route of $517 and an overall rating of 8.0, Alaska Airlines is the most popular choice. Southwest is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $444 and an overall rating of 7.9.

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

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

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

  • When looking for an easy way to get from downtown Oakland to Oakland International Airport (OAK), the BART Orange Line makes a great choice and can have you at the airport in about 10 minutes, with trains running every 20 minutes or so.
  • Since there are no nonstop flights on this route, some layover airports you can expect to use include Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW), Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL), and Nashville International Airport (BNA).
  • When traveling on Spirit Airlines some thing to remember about baggage is that you can take a personal item for free, but they will charge a fee for both carry-on and checked baggage. you may check up to 5 bags for your trip.
  • If you are going to be taking one of the one-stop flights on board Alaska Airlines, First Class is their highest level of service. Here you can enjoy a premium experience with spacious seats, extra legroom, and fully adjustable headrests. You will receive personalized service, priority check-in, security screening, and boarding.
  • If you plan on flying on one of the one-stop flights offered by Delta Airlines on this route, their Delta Comfort+ is an enhanced economy class. This class offers additional legroom, dedicated overhead bin space, and priority boarding. Passengers in this class also enjoy complimentary premium snacks and beverages, as well as access to Delta's in-flight entertainment system.

Reviews of the top 3 airlines serving from Oakland to Washington, D.C.

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Oakland 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 Oakland 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 11460 reviews
7.1Food
7.8Comfort
7.0Entertainment
8.1Boarding
8.5Crew
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See previous. It was the flight from Honolulu to Kapalua that was cancelled.

8.0 ExcellentEvie, Dec 2025
SAN - HNL
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See previous. It was the flight from Honolulu to Kapalua that was cancelled.

The flight attendants were excellent and I was in the back of the plane. Much much better than recent JetBlue experiences on that route and better than Delta on that route.

I’m not sure there is anything that can be improved, even the cost was fantastic.

Poor. They should have given me a row with more room and instead they put me in a middle seat with two strangers next to me

They were so kind to us! The entire staff were so good to us when we had our service dog join our trip and we couldn't be more grateful!

Larger seats and more room would elevate the experience. Otherwise, it was good!

Flight crew and flight were good. But it departed two hours late.

They changed our flight from a one stop 3 hour layover to a non-stop. Saved us hours and got us there sooner.

The ground crew did not supply drink or snacks during the layover in SFO. So there weren't many options. Otherwise, it was all great.

Again Alaskan and Hawaiian need to consolidate check-in, allow seat reservations on both flights. I wound up in last row because I couldn’t reserve better seat.

The boarding and seat assignment system no longer works for me, but I know it is being replaced. Otherwise, I am good with the overall experience.

The lead steward kept singing about "San Francisco" and hotel California---more annoying than humorous....needs work. Flight was smooth and on time.

San Diego airport is brand new, spacious, airy and very smooth checkin at SW baggage drop.

Crew could have been friendlier, maybe I'm spoiled by SW crews. In flight wifi was good. Would be nice to have more food offerings on a 4 plus hour flight

Ever since Southwest starting charging for bags, passengers don't want to pay to check their bags, so the gate agents have to beg people to check their roller bags now because there's "not enough space". This was a terrible business move by Southwest.

Sacrament staff are always polite and helpful. Airport is easy to maneuver and boarding is straightforward.

As always, the entire Southwest experience was wonderful, from online booking to flight to baggage retrieval. Very grateful.

The weather could have been better. There was a 40 minute ATC delay in SFO because of marine fog and a micro cell storm delayed landing and take-off at Nashville. The gate was changed 5 minutes from boarding from gate B3 to gate C23 at Nashville airport.

The cabin was quiet for the redeye flight. The area was clean. The staff was great. The 787 Max was in good condition. Drawbacks were that the seat widths were tight for some passengers. The seat padding was at best average and for a long flight uncomfortable.

Delayed flight. Nicest crew member was a SW pilot flying seated next to me who kindly move to seat the final passenger. Flight extra delayed. My cup of refreshment of ginger ale was so packed with ice it was literally 2 sips.

No free snacks or drinks. Freezing. Uncomfortable. No plugs or entertainment. If you fly to LA the make you change terminals with a slow bus. Awful trip that took forever. Terrible airline- maybe the worst I’ve ever flown.

Crew are always very angry and dismissive like they seem they are being forced to work. In addition, there was a long line for the bathrooms, and only one was allowed to be used. No reason was given for only one bathroom being available; apparently, the stewardess was more interested in using the jumpseat instead of allowing the customers to use the bathroom.

No leg room. My knee was sore for a day.

Vegas is such a quick flight that amenities aren’t the important part, in my opinion. Just get me there efficiently and safely, and that’s exactly what they did!

The flight was severely delayed due to the missing flight attendants.

Flight was cancelled without warning close to flight date. Stuck witha credit has to buy a new ticket from another airline in either to get to location. Email cancelling was lost in mail.

Spirit Airlines was ok but TRAVELHELPDESK, the 3rd party travel agent IS A JOKE! VERY RUDE CUSTOMER AGENTS ont he phone. NO HELP AT ALL. But the airlines was ok.

No frills - because you get what you pay for. The crew was amazing!! I had plenty of room to spread out because the flight was half full. Which made it easy to sleep.

The staff was very very rude in Las Vegas when boarding the flight. When presenting the boarding ticket. Las Vegas flight, it was hot and stuffy, it smelled really bad.

Dear All, I have harassment and accident with the flight attendant . This is my phone to talk 8168073567, please, leave phone message . Regards Emily,

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