$97 Cheap Frontier Airlines flights San Diego (SAN) to Washington (DCA)

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$97 Cheap Frontier Airlines flights San Diego (SAN) to Washington (DCA)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $97 for one-way flights and $200 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Frontier Airlines
Wed, Sep 24 - Tue, Sep 30
SAN
San Diego
DCA
Washington
$200 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$200
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Wed, Sep 24 from San Diego to Washington, returning Tue, Sep 30, priced at $200 found 2 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Sat, Aug 23 - Sat, Aug 30
SAN
San Diego
DCA
Washington
$216 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$216
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, Aug 23 from San Diego to Washington, returning Sat, Aug 30, priced at $216 found 2 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Sat, Aug 30 - Wed, Sep 3
SAN
San Diego
DCA
Washington
$226 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$226
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, Aug 30 from San Diego to Washington, returning Wed, Sep 3, priced at $226 found 4 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Sat, Aug 30 - Wed, Sep 3
SAN
San Diego
DCA
Washington
$226 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$226
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, Aug 30 from San Diego to Washington, returning Wed, Sep 3, priced at $226 found 4 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Sat, Aug 30 - Sat, Sep 6
SAN
San Diego
DCA
Washington
$241 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$241
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, Aug 30 from San Diego to Washington, returning Sat, Sep 6, priced at $241 found 2 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Sat, Aug 30 - Sat, Sep 6
SAN
San Diego
DCA
Washington
$243 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$243
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, Aug 30 from San Diego to Washington, returning Sat, Sep 6, priced at $243 found 2 hours ago
Flights from San Diego (SAN) to Washington (DCA)
Origin airport
San Diego Intl.
Destination airport
Ronald Reagan Washington National
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, JetBlue Airways, Southwest Airlines, United
Popular airline
Alaska Airlines
Distance
2271 mi
Average flight time
9 hours 44 mins

Frequently asked questions

How much is a Frontier Airlines flight from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)?
Landing cheap one-way Frontier Airlines flights from SAN to DCA from $97 on Expedia couldn't be simpler --- just filter by "Price (lowest to highest)." Alternatively, check out our budget-friendly return fares from $200 for your next break.**These prices were available on Expedia within the past 7 days, for flights departing within the next year. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
What is the cheapest month to fly from SAN to DCA with Frontier Airlines?
Frontier Airlines flights to Washington tend to be cheaper in the low-season months of January and February. Whether you need a round-trip or one-way ticket, you could score a better deal then.
What is the cheapest time to book flights from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) with Frontier Airlines?
Start searching one to three months ahead of your travel date to find cheaper fares on Frontier Airlines flights from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA). You can save 25% by booking your domestic flight 34 to 86 days in advance versus last-minute reservations made 6 to 12 days out. You could also cut costs by buying your fare on a Sunday, as it's 6% cheaper on average than a Monday, the most expensive day to book.* Get your timing spot on, and you can enjoy significant savings on domestic journeys.*Ideal booking window recommendation is based on average round-trip ticket prices for January through November for 2024. Best day of the week to book recommendation is based on average round-trip ticket prices for January through October 2024. All data sourced from ARC's global airline sales database.
Does Frontier Airlines fly nonstop from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)?
To find out if there's a direct trip from SAN to DCA with Frontier Airlines or another airline, check the "Nonstop" box when searching for tickets.
What is the earliest Frontier Airlines flight from SAN to DCA?
Browse Frontier Airlines's earliest flights from SAN to DCA by using our "Early Morning" and "Morning" filters. Not only will you get to your destination sooner, early departures also experience 20% fewer cancellations.**Most reliable time of the day recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports does Frontier Airlines fly into in Washington?
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) is the primary Washington gateway for Frontier Airlines flights from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN).
Why fly with Frontier Airlines from SAN to DCA?
With a rewarding loyalty program, Frontier Airlines is a top choice for many travelers departing from SAN to DCA. Plus, as a Frontier Miles and One Key™ member booking through Expedia, you can earn OneKeyCash™* on eligible flights on top of your airline miles.*OneKeyCash™ disclaimer - OneKeyCash™ is not redeemable for cash and can only be used on Expedia, Hotels.com and Vrbo.
Can I change or cancel my Frontier Airlines flight from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)?
Changes are often free within 24 hours of making a booking, but your airline may charge a fee after that. For further details about modifying your reservation, go to your "Trips," select your flight and click on "Manage Booking." If you want the flexibility to change your itinerary without additional costs, tick the "No cancel fee" or "Changes included" filter when organizing your next break.

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