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Cheapest round-trip
$251
Typical prices: $476-$501
Frontier
Thu 8/20Mon 8/24
OAK - IAD • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$718
JetBlue
Sun 12/20Thu 12/31
OAK - DCA • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Oakland and Washington, D.C.. You'll need at least 1 connection.
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Cheapest • Avg $296 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 6h 23m (one-way)
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Cheapest • 30% price drop
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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.

Thu, Aug 20 - Mon, Aug 24
Frontier Logo
8:37 pm - 8:04 am
OAK
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IAD
8h 27m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
8:59 am - 7:42 pm
IAD
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OAK
13h 43m
1 stop
$251Frontier
Thu, Sep 3 - Wed, Sep 9
Frontier Logo
8:37 pm - 8:04 am
OAK
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IAD
8h 27m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
6:35 am - 11:51 am
IAD
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OAK
8h 16m
1 stop
$258Frontier
Tue, Aug 25 - Tue, Sep 1
Frontier Logo
12:13 pm - 8:04 am
OAK
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IAD
16h 51m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
8:59 am - 11:18 am
IAD
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OAK
29h 19m
1 stop
$259Frontier
Thu, Sep 3 - Wed, Sep 9
Frontier Logo
8:37 pm - 8:04 am
OAK
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IAD
8h 27m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
6:35 am - 11:51 am
IAD
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OAK
8h 16m
1 stop
$262Frontier
Thu, Sep 17 - Mon, Sep 21
Alaska Airlines Logo
1:29 pm - 3:40 pm
OAK
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BWI
23h 11m
2 stops
Alaska Airlines Logo
4:43 pm - 6:12 pm
BWI
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OAK
28h 29m
2 stops
$264Alaska Airlines
Wed, Sep 16 - Mon, Sep 21
Alaska Airlines Logo
6:48 am - 6:30 am
OAK
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BWI
20h 42m
2 stops
Alaska Airlines Logo
4:43 pm - 6:12 pm
BWI
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OAK
28h 29m
2 stops
$264Alaska Airlines
Wed, Aug 26 - Mon, Aug 31
Alaska Airlines Logo
3:13 pm - 3:40 pm
OAK
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BWI
21h 27m
2 stops
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:15 pm - 2:33 pm
BWI
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OAK
22h 18m
2 stops
$264Alaska Airlines
Wed, Sep 9 - Tue, Sep 29
Southwest Logo
9:20 am - 7:20 pm
OAK
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BWI
7h 00m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
3:40 pm - 8:00 pm
BWI
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OAK
7h 20m
1 stop
$332Southwest
Wed, Sep 9 - Tue, Sep 29
Southwest Logo
11:55 pm - 11:55 am
OAK
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BWI
9h 00m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
3:40 pm - 8:05 pm
BWI
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OAK
7h 25m
1 stop
$332Southwest
Tue, Aug 25 - Tue, Sep 1
Southwest Logo
11:55 pm - 11:25 am
OAK
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DCA
8h 30m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
6:40 pm - 11:05 pm
DCA
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OAK
7h 25m
1 stop
$372Southwest
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 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 April, where tickets cost $343 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and December, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $645 and $596 respectively.

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Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$97
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 11% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 16% lower on average.
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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 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Oakland to Washington, D.C. was $97 for a one-way ticket and $251 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 aircraft models fly most regularly from Oakland to Washington, D.C.?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

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

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

  • 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.

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