Cheap flights from Santa Ana (SNA) to Washington, D.C. (WAS) from $93

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 9/3. 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.
SNA — WAS
Jun 15 — Jun 221

The best prices from Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to Washington, D.C. are usually found in January or May, booked 30 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Friday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Santa Ana to Washington, D.C.

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Santa Ana (SNA) to Washington, D.C. (WAS). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated June 10, 2024.

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December

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Round-trip from

$234

One-way from

$93
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From Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to Washington, D.C. (WAS)
One-way flight from Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to Washington, D.C. (WAS)

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Santa Ana to Washington, D.C.?

Leaving on a Saturday is a viable option for saving on travel. Heavily demanded days of the week can typically drive up the prices you see. Booking your travel for a less competitive day can save up to 35% on the overall cost on flights from Santa Ana to Washington, D.C..

How far in advance should I book a flight from Santa Ana to Washington, D.C.?

Travelers have found it’s best to book a flight 29 days in advance to save up to 61% compared to booking the same week of travel. As your travel date approaches, the cost of this flight route may potentially increase. While opting to book 29 days out may not be an option for all, there are still additional ways to secure a deal in the near future. You might find a flight from Santa Ana to Washington, D.C. 1-2 weeks in advance for as low as $376, or $591 for flights within the next 24 hours.

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

Our data shows that September tends to be the cheapest month to fly to Washington, D.C. from Santa Ana. Users have commonly found prices around $357 for the month, but tickets can be as low as $109. Due to multiple factors, prepare for potentially higher prices in June.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SNA to WAS?

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Santa Ana to Washington, D.C. is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 35% on airfare.

Cheap Santa Ana to Washington, D.C. flights in June & July 2024

Find cheap flight options from Santa Ana to Washington, D.C. specifically for the months of June and July 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,020,828 searches. Prices were last updated on June 10, 2024.
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Tue 7/98:51 pmSNA - DCA
1 stop18h 18mFrontier
Tue 7/1612:59 pmDCA - SNA
1 stop10h 02mFrontier
Deal found 6/9$205
Tue 7/98:51 pmSNA - DCA
1 stop12h 18mFrontier
Tue 7/1612:59 pmDCA - SNA
1 stop10h 02mFrontier
Deal found 6/9$207
Wed 7/105:45 pmSNA - DCA
1 stop25h 13mFrontier
Tue 7/167:00 amDCA - SNA
1 stop16h 01mFrontier
Deal found 6/8$209
Tue 7/303:34 pmSNA - BWI
1 stop13h 46mSpirit Airlines
Wed 7/319:50 pmBWI - SNA
1 stop15h 12mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/8$249
Tue 7/306:45 amSNA - BWI
2 stops14h 05mSpirit Airlines
Wed 7/319:50 pmBWI - SNA
1 stop15h 12mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/8$250
Tue 7/306:45 amSNA - BWI
2 stops14h 05mSpirit Airlines
Wed 7/319:50 pmBWI - SNA
1 stop15h 12mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/8$251
Mon 7/299:23 pmSNA - BWI
1 stop8h 16mSpirit Airlines
Tue 7/302:29 pmBWI - SNA
1 stop10h 26mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/8$252
Tue 7/93:19 pmSNA - BWI
1 stop14h 01mSpirit Airlines
Thu 7/119:57 pmBWI - SNA
1 stop15h 05mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/9$259
Thu 6/273:19 pmSNA - BWI
1 stop14h 09mSpirit Airlines
Tue 7/29:38 pmBWI - SNA
1 stop14h 51mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/7$261

Santa Ana to Washington, D.C. 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Santa Ana and Washington, D.C. in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,020,828 searches. Data last updated June 10, 2024.
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Sat 8/317:12 pmSNA - DCA
1 stop13h 57mFrontier
Tue 9/312:59 pmDCA - SNA
1 stop8h 23mFrontier
Deal found 6/9$180
Tue 7/98:51 pmSNA - DCA
1 stop18h 18mFrontier
Tue 7/1612:59 pmDCA - SNA
1 stop10h 02mFrontier
Deal found 6/9$205
Tue 7/98:51 pmSNA - DCA
1 stop12h 18mFrontier
Tue 7/1612:59 pmDCA - SNA
1 stop10h 02mFrontier
Deal found 6/9$207
Wed 7/105:45 pmSNA - DCA
1 stop25h 13mFrontier
Tue 7/167:00 amDCA - SNA
1 stop16h 01mFrontier
Deal found 6/8$209
Tue 8/68:51 pmSNA - DCA
1 stop22h 04mFrontier
Mon 8/126:59 pmDCA - SNA
1 stop26h 23mFrontier
Deal found 6/9$226
Tue 9/247:12 pmSNA - DCA
1 stop23h 47mFrontier
Sat 9/287:00 amDCA - SNA
1 stop14h 22mFrontier
Deal found 6/9$248
Tue 7/303:34 pmSNA - BWI
1 stop13h 46mSpirit Airlines
Wed 7/319:50 pmBWI - SNA
1 stop15h 12mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/8$249
Tue 7/306:45 amSNA - BWI
2 stops14h 05mSpirit Airlines
Wed 7/319:50 pmBWI - SNA
1 stop15h 12mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/8$250
Tue 7/306:45 amSNA - BWI
2 stops14h 05mSpirit Airlines
Wed 7/319:50 pmBWI - SNA
1 stop15h 12mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/8$251

Santa Ana to Washington, D.C. flights leaving soon

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Consider one of these great deals we found on last-minute flights from Santa Ana to Washington, D.C.. Tip: verify your flight details before completing your reservation.
Wed 6/195:53 pmSNA - DCA
1 stop21h 07mFrontier
Mon 6/246:59 pmDCA - SNA
1 stop28h 07mFrontier
Deal found 6/8$300
Mon 6/171:54 pmSNA - BWI
1 stop26h 51mFrontier
Sat 6/225:37 pmBWI - SNA
1 stop26h 51mFrontier
Deal found 6/8$346
Sat 6/1510:26 amSNA - BWI
1 stop28h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/169:28 pmBWI - SNA
1 stop15h 31mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/9$352
Tue 6/183:19 pmSNA - BWI
1 stop14h 35mSpirit Airlines
Thu 6/279:28 pmBWI - SNA
1 stop15h 31mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/9$374
Wed 6/195:53 pmSNA - DCA
1 stop15h 12mFrontier
Sun 6/237:00 amDCA - SNA
1 stop13h 28mFrontier
Deal found 6/8$388
Sat 6/153:19 pmSNA - BWI
1 stop13h 51mSpirit Airlines
Sat 6/229:28 pmBWI - SNA
1 stop15h 30mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/8$389
Wed 6/196:45 amSNA - BWI
1 stop23h 09mSpirit Airlines
Mon 6/249:28 pmBWI - SNA
1 stop27h 31mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/8$394
Wed 6/192:49 pmSNA - BWI
1 stop15h 05mSpirit Airlines
Tue 6/256:39 pmBWI - SNA
2 stops22h 20mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/8$399
Wed 6/192:49 pmSNA - BWI
1 stop15h 05mSpirit Airlines
Tue 6/253:19 pmBWI - SNA
1 stop9h 40mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/8$403

One-way flights to Washington, D.C. from Santa Ana

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Tue 9/37:12 pmSNA - BWI
1 stop13h 51mFrontier
Deal found 6/9$93
Tue 7/236:45 amSNA - BWI
2 stops14h 05mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/8$125
Mon 7/293:46 pmSNA - BWI
1 stop13h 53mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/8$126
Tue 7/166:45 amSNA - BWI
2 stops14h 05mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/7$127
Tue 7/163:34 pmSNA - BWI
1 stop13h 46mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/7$128
Tue 8/137:12 pmSNA - BWI
1 stop13h 51mFrontier
Deal found 6/9$129
Wed 8/144:30 pmSNA - BWI
1 stop11h 33mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/8$133
Fri 6/218:08 pmSNA - BWI
1 stop17h 27mFrontier
Deal found 6/9$134
Wed 7/103:05 pmSNA - BWI
1 stop14h 25mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/8$135

Find flights from Santa Ana to Washington, D.C. within your budget

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Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange CntyWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

SNA - DCA

SNADCA

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 7/9

1 stop18h 18m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 7/16

1 stop10h 02m

$205

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange CntyWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

SNA - DCA

SNADCA

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 7/9

1 stop12h 18m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 7/16

1 stop10h 02m

$207

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange CntyWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

SNA - DCA

SNADCA

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 7/10

1 stop25h 13m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 7/16

1 stop16h 01m

$209

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange CntyBaltimore/Washington

SNA - BWI

SNABWI

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 7/30

1 stop13h 46m

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 7/31

1 stop15h 12m

$249

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange CntyBaltimore/Washington

SNA - BWI

SNABWI

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 8/7

1 stop15h 51m

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 8/12

2 stops18h 00m

$304

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange CntyWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

SNA - IAD

SNAIAD

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 9/12

1 stop8h 09m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 9/17

1 stop11h 09m

$398

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange CntyWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

SNA - DCA

SNADCA

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 8/1

1 stop7h 30m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 8/6

1 stop7h 41m

$403

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange CntyWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

SNA - IAD

SNAIAD

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 9/4

1 stop10h 41m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 9/10

1 stop10h 05m

$417

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange CntyWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

SNA - DCA

SNADCA

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 7/30

1 stop9h 20m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 7/31

1 stop7h 20m

$428

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Deals found on 6/9

How far ahead should I book a flight from Santa Ana to Washington, D.C.?

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To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Santa Ana to Washington, D.C., you should look to book at least 30 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.
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What is the cheapest day to fly from Santa Ana to Washington, D.C.?

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Temperature and rainfall in Washington, D.C. by month

Plan your trip to Washington, D.C. by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

WAS

Temperature

35.6 - 80.6 °F

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Washington, D.C., use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 80.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 35.6 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Washington, D.C.

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Washington, D.C.. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Washington, D.C.. Reviews last updated June 10, 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with American Airlines, Delta and United Airlines from Santa Ana to Washington, D.C. by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very good
9,254 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.3

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Paid a lot for our exit row seats and they weren’t that roomy.

8.1
Very good
9,254 reviews
8.1
Very good
9,254 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.3

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Paid a lot for our exit row seats and they weren’t that roomy.

8.0
Very good
10,295 reviews
8.1
Very good
9,254 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.3

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Paid a lot for our exit row seats and they weren’t that roomy.

7.5
Good
2,847 reviews
8.1
Very good
9,254 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.3

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Paid a lot for our exit row seats and they weren’t that roomy.

7.4
Good
10,661 reviews
8.1
Very good
9,254 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.3

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Paid a lot for our exit row seats and they weren’t that roomy.

7.3
Good
14,172 reviews
8.1
Very good
9,254 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.3

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Paid a lot for our exit row seats and they weren’t that roomy.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Santa Ana to Washington, D.C.?

    Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty (SNA) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Santa Ana to Washington, D.C.. You should not have trouble finding flights to Washington, D.C. from J. Wayne/Orange Cnty; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Washington, D.C. per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 6 airlines have flights from the Santa Ana airport to Washington, D.C.. It is only a 4.8 mi journey to J. Wayne/Orange Cnty (SNA) from Santa Ana’s city center.

  • Can I find flights from Santa Ana to Washington, D.C. for under $300 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Santa Ana to Washington, D.C. for under $300. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Frontier for just $205, but on average you can expect to pay $254.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Santa Ana to Washington, D.C. for under $300?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from Santa Ana to Washington, D.C. within the next 7 days for less than $300.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Santa Ana to Washington, D.C. round-trip?

    Currently priced at $205, Frontier will fly you from Santa Ana to Washington, D.C. and back. In addition to Frontier, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Check Cheapflights for deals on Spirit Airlines for as low as $249. These flights start at 52% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the most popular routes from Santa Ana to Washington, D.C.?

  • What does SNA to IAD mean?

    Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty Airport is SNA and Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport is IAD. These codes are created by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and airlines use them to identify the departing and arrival airports in the flight routes they service. Baltimore/Washington Airport (BWI), Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport (DCA) are some additional IATA codes for airports related to your trip.

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    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Santa Ana to Washington, D.C. flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Santa Ana to Washington, D.C. with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Santa Ana to Washington, D.C. flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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    Yes. In addition to deals on Santa Ana to Washington, D.C. flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

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    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Santa Ana to Washington, D.C..

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    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Santa Ana to Washington, D.C. by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Santa Ana to Washington, D.C. that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Santa Ana to Washington, D.C. offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Santa Ana to Washington, D.C.?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Santa Ana to Washington, D.C. flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Santa Ana to Washington, D.C. flight deals updated?

    The Santa Ana to Washington, D.C. flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 6/9.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Santa Ana to Washington, D.C.?

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Santa Ana to Washington, D.C.?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Ana to Washington, D.C. (average of $278). Flying from Santa Ana to Washington, D.C. in June is currently the most expensive (average of $382). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 6 airlines flying from Santa Ana to Washington, D.C.

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$107Average$199FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$120Average$255FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$138Average$459FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$290Average$564FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$291Average$529FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$298Average$564FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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