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Today’s best flight deals from Oakland to Washington, D.C.

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August 5 - August 19

Cheapest

OAK - Washington, D.C.

$346

$297

Round trip

September 16 - September 23

Best

OAK - Washington, D.C.

$376

$305

Round trip

September 1 - September 22

OAK - Washington, D.C.

$328

$305

Round trip

September 9 - September 30

OAK - Washington, D.C.

$335

$305

Round trip

November 3 - November 10

OAK - Washington, D.C.

$369

$305

Round trip

September 1 - September 8

Best

OAK - Washington, D.C.

$374

$306

Round trip

September 15 - September 22

OAK - Washington, D.C.

$375

$311

Round trip

August 18 - August 24

Best

OAK - Washington, D.C.

$413

$314

Round trip

August 4 - August 10

Earliest

OAK - Washington, D.C.

$383

$322

Round trip

September 16 - September 21

OAK - Washington, D.C.

$389

$322

Round trip

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Insights for flights from Oakland to Washington, D.C.

Flights from Oakland to Washington, D.C. typically range from $377–$515, with a median fare of $423. Right now, fares for this route are below the typical level. Approximately 13% of recent fares are considered a good price, indicating that finding a favorable deal is possible. New deals appear almost daily, suggesting frequent opportunities to secure a good fare.

If you are looking for cheap flights from Oakland to Washington, D.C., the cheapest months to fly are January, with a median fare of $215, and February, with a median fare of $224. December also offers relatively lower prices, with a median fare of $321. Planning your trip during these months could result in significant savings.

For journeys from Oakland to Washington, D.C., most itineraries connect at least once, as 0% of recent fares were for non-stop flights. When connecting, the typical number of stopovers is 2. This means you should expect to include at least two stops in your travel plans.

A typical journey from Oakland to Washington, D.C. takes approximately 17h 15m, including connections. This duration accounts for the fact that most itineraries involve at least one stopover, reflecting the overall travel time you can expect for this route.

The distance between Oakland and Washington, D.C. is 3905 kilometers, classifying it as a medium-haul flight. This distance typically involves a longer travel time, often requiring connecting flights rather than direct routes.

How much is a round trip from Oakland to Washington, D.C.

Regular price: $300 - $540

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Oakland to Washington, D.C. is $300 to $540. The current lowest deal is $297 with Alaska Airlines, Inc. for travel from Aug 5-Aug 19.

now $297

Low $300

High $540

The cheapest time to fly from Oakland to Washington, D.C.

The cheapest month to fly from Oakland to Washington is January, with a median price of $215. The most expensive month is July, with a median price of $594. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

January

Cheapest

Flights from $215

July

Most Expensive

Flights from $594

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Direct flights from Oakland to Washington, D.C.

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Deutsche Luft Hansa

Southwest Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Oakland to Washington, D.C.

Sun, Aug 2

⌛ Last-Minute

OAK - Washington, D.C.

Oakland (OAK) - Washington, D.C. (IAD)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$406

$397

One-way

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

OAK - Washington, D.C.

Oakland (OAK) - Washington, D.C. (IAD)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$383

$322

One-way

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

OAK - Washington, D.C.

Oakland (OAK) - Washington, D.C. (IAD)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$346

$331

One-way

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

OAK - Washington, D.C.

Oakland (OAK) - Washington, D.C. (IAD)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$367

$358

One-way

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

OAK - Washington, D.C.

Oakland (OAK) - Washington, D.C. (BWI)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

$328

$393

One-way

Wed, Aug 5

⌛ Last-Minute

OAK - Washington, D.C.

Oakland (OAK) - Washington, D.C. (IAD)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$346

$297

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Oakland to Washington, D.C.

4 nights

Dec 3 - Dec 7

$454 → $348

23%

6 nights

Aug 18 - Aug 24

$413 → $314

24%

7 nights

Nov 5 - Nov 12

$409 → $330

19%

3 nights

Aug 11 - Aug 14

$408 → $336

18%

Popular Airports to fly from Oakland to Washington, D.C.

Oakland - Washington, D.C. route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares for Oakland to Washington, D.C. are below the typical level at $297.

📅 Best time to fly

January is historically the cheapest month to fly

Historically, January is the cheapest month to fly from Oakland to Washington, D.C., with a median price of $215.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights take 17h 15m on average

Flights from Oakland to Washington, D.C. typically involve 2 stopovers, with a median flight time of 17h 15m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are available daily

There are frequent deals for connecting flights from Oakland to Washington, D.C., averaging 1.03 deals per day.

🏆 Airline highlight

Alaska Airlines, Inc. offers the most deals

Alaska Airlines, Inc. has historically offered the most deals for flights on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Book in January or February for the best prices

The cheapest months to fly are January ($215) and February ($224).

Oakland main airports to depart from

Oakland International (OAK)

Cheapest

Oakland International is a good option for flights from the East Bay to Washington, D.C.

📍 ~8 km from Oakland (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$297

Washington, D.C. main airports to arrive at

Washington Dulles International (IAD)

Cheapest

Washington Dulles International is a good arrival option for flights from Oakland to Washington, D.C.

📍 ~40 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$297

Baltimore–Washington International (BWI)

Baltimore–Washington International is an arrival option for flights from Oakland to Washington, D.C.

📍 ~50 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$305

Ronald Reagan Washington National (DCA)

Ronald Reagan Washington National is an arrival option for flights from Oakland to Washington, D.C.

📍 ~10 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$314

Airports nearby Washington, D.C. used as alternative

Philadelphia International (PHL)

Cheapest

Philadelphia International is a major international hub with extensive connectivity, often a viable alternative for trans-Atlantic routes.

📍 ~200 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car or high-speed Amtrak rail service)

💸 Flights from ~$271

Richmond International (RIC)

Richmond International offers a strong domestic network with multiple daily flights to major hubs.

📍 ~160 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$370

Harrisburg International (MDT)

Harrisburg International is a convenient alternative for travelers in northern D.C. suburbs or Maryland.

📍 ~160 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$907

Norfolk International (ORF)

Norfolk International offers good availability of flights to major East Coast and Midwest hubs.

📍 ~290 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$368

Charlottesville–Albemarle (CHO)

Charlottesville–Albemarle provides reliable regional service with connections to major hubs.

📍 ~160 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$897

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Washington, D.C.

72% AI deal score

$1,735

From OAK

Elite

Jul 07

Washington, D.C., United States

72% AI deal score

$2,198

$2,063

Save $135

From OAK

Elite

Oct 02

Washington, D.C., United States

71% AI deal score

$1,901

$1,862

Save $39

From OAK

Elite

Jul 24

Washington, D.C., United States

70% AI deal score

Washington, D.C., United States

48% AI deal score

$2,799

From OAK

Elite

Aug 02

Washington, D.C., United States

47% AI deal score

$2,424

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Washington, D.C.

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Comparing prices across different airlines and booking platforms can also help you discover better deals. Looking into flights with layovers may sometimes present lower fares than direct options.

Booking flights in advance often provides more competitive prices, though last-minute deals can sometimes appear. Prices may fluctuate, so monitoring fares over time can help you identify a good booking window. Weekday travel can also sometimes be more economical than weekend travel.

Yes, comparing nearby airports for both your origin and destination can often lead to more flight options and potentially lower prices. While it may require additional travel time to and from these airports, the savings can sometimes be significant. Always factor in ground transportation costs when considering this option.

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