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Cheapest round-trip
$379
Typical prices: $334-$560
Frontier, Alaska Airlines
Fri 11/2Fri 11/9
SNA - DCA • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$148
Typical prices: $185-$370
Frontier
Thu 12/13
SNA - DCA • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Santa Ana and Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
25 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 25 weeks in advance save around 50% compared to booking last minute.
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September
Cheapest • 38% price drop
October
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Denver Intl (DEN)
Cheapest • Avg $310 (round-trip)
Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS)
Shortest trip • 7h 08m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Santa Ana to Reagan-National (SNA-DCA)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Santa Ana to Reagan-National

Mon, Nov 2 - Mon, Nov 9
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11:38 am - 9:50 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
7h 12m1 stop Denver Intl
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6:59 pm - 8:41 amDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
16h 42m1 stop San Francisco
$379Multiple Airlines
Mon, Oct 26 - Fri, Oct 30
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4:08 pm - 9:50 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
26h 42m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Denver Intl
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7:00 am - 7:11 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
15h 11m2 stops Denver Intl Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$380Frontier
Sat, Oct 17 - Sat, Oct 24
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5:40 pm - 8:55 amSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
12h 15m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Nashville Intl
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6:10 am - 4:15 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
13h 05m1 stop Dallas Love Field
$383Southwest
Sat, Oct 17 - Sat, Oct 24
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8:10 am - 8:55 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
9h 45m1 stop Austin Bergstrom
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6:10 am - 4:15 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
13h 05m1 stop Dallas Love Field
$391Southwest
Fri, Oct 23 - Tue, Oct 27
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7:31 pm - 7:00 amSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
8h 29m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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5:00 am - 11:00 amDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
9h 00m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$419American Airlines
Wed, Oct 14 - Wed, Oct 21
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1:26 pm - 11:59 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
7h 33m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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6:59 am - 12:36 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
8h 37m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$419American Airlines
Tue, Oct 13 - Sat, Oct 17
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9:00 pm - 7:49 amSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
7h 49m1 stop Newark
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6:00 am - 11:02 amDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
8h 02m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$419United Airlines
Wed, Oct 14 - Wed, Oct 21
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6:45 am - 6:33 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
8h 48m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:00 am - 11:02 amDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
8h 02m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$419United Airlines
Fri, Nov 6 - Mon, Nov 9
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2:00 pm - 11:47 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
6h 47m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:10 am - 10:26 amDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
7h 16m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$419Delta
Tue, Nov 10 - Sun, Nov 15
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7:15 am - 4:47 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
6h 32m1 stop Salt Lake City
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6:10 am - 10:26 amDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
7h 16m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$419Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Santa Ana to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport flights

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What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Santa Ana to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Santa Ana to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport, it is 15% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 25% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Santa Ana to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

•September is the cheapest month to fly from Santa Ana to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport at $278 round-trip.
•June ($601) and February ($592) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 116% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Santa Ana to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Santa Ana to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport are cheapest 25 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 50% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Santa Ana to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$148
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 18% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 14% lower on average.
Flight from Santa Ana to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport

When to book flights from Santa Ana to Reagan-National

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Your Santa Ana to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Santa Ana to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Santa Ana to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Santa Ana to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    A nonstop flight from Santa Ana to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport takes 0h 00m, covering 2,282 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Santa Ana to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Santa Ana to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Santa Ana to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport range from $334 to $560, with an average of $445 over the past 12 months. Anything below $334 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Santa Ana to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 17% above the route average of $445. Book 25 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Santa Ana to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $379 to $3,466. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Santa Ana to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Santa Ana to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $196, which is 23% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport (DCA)?

    Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport (DCA) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $23 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Sixt
    • Dollar
    • Thrifty
    • Alamo
    • Budget

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Santa Ana to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    Flights from Santa Ana to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport usually depart from Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty (SNA) and arrive at Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Santa Ana to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Santa Ana to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 34% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 12% of one-stop connections
    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 12% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 11% of one-stop connections

    Denver Intl (DEN) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Santa Ana to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 32% on the Santa Ana to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $381 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $560, a difference of $179. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Santa Ana to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    Flying via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 08m, compared with 7h 34m via Dallas Love Field (DAL) and 7h 35m via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX).

  • What is the time difference between Santa Ana and Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport is 3 hours ahead of Santa Ana (Eastern Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport are Walter E. Washington Convention Center, National Mall and Capital One Arena. These are among the most viewed places in Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Santa Ana to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Thursday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Thursday flights average $381 - about $179 less than Sunday (32% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 25 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 50% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Santa Ana to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport trip for September. Fares historically average $278 round-trip in that month - typically $323 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport.
    - Hyatt House Washington DC The Wharf
    - Intercontinental Hotels Washington D.C. - The Wharf By IHG
    - Pendry Washington DC - The Wharf

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