Cheap flights from SAN to DCA (San Diego Intl. to Ronald Reagan Washington National)

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Cheap Flights from SAN to DCA starting at $73 One Way, $144 Round Trip

Prices starting at $144 for return flights and $73 for one-way flights to Ronald Reagan Washington National were the cheapest prices found within the past 7 days, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Wed, Apr 15 - Sat, Apr 18
SAN
San Diego
DCA
Washington
$144 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$144
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Wed, Apr 15 from San Diego to Washington, returning Sat, Apr 18, priced at $144 found 4 days ago
Tue, Mar 31 - Tue, Apr 7
SAN
San Diego
DCA
Washington
$150 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$150
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Tue, Mar 31 from San Diego to Washington, returning Tue, Apr 7, priced at $150 found 6 days ago
Sat, Apr 25 - Sat, May 2
SAN
San Diego
DCA
Washington
$162 Roundtrip, just found
$162
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, Apr 25 from San Diego to Washington, returning Sat, May 2, priced at $162 just found
Tue, May 19 - Wed, May 20
SAN
San Diego
DCA
Washington
$266 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$266
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Tue, May 19 from San Diego to Washington, returning Wed, May 20, priced at $266 found 1 day ago
Tue, May 5 - Fri, May 8
SAN
San Diego
DCA
Washington
$268 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$268
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Tue, May 5 from San Diego to Washington, returning Fri, May 8, priced at $268 found 1 day ago

Hotel Ideas near Ronald Reagan Washington National

Airport Hotels near Ronald Reagan Washington National

DoubleTree by Hilton Washington DC - Crystal City

DoubleTree by Hilton Washington DC - Crystal City

4 out of 5
300 Army Navy Dr Arlington VA
$146 nightly
The price is $167 total per night from Mar 20 to Mar 21
$167 total
Mar 20 - Mar 21
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Arlington. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a free airport shuttle, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,355 reviews)
The hotel lobby was a bit muggy, and the temperature wasn’t ideal for sitting at the bar. However, the clean room and friendly staff made it a great place to stay, especially considering its great location near the local downtown.

Reviewed on Mar 15, 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Washington DC - Crystal City
Sheraton Pentagon City Hotel

Sheraton Pentagon City Hotel

3.5 out of 5
900 S Orme St Arlington VA
$123 nightly
The price is $141 total per night from Mar 20 to Mar 21
$141 total
Mar 20 - Mar 21
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Arlington. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a free airport shuttle, and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (3,040 reviews)
Close to airport

Reviewed on Mar 17, 2026

Sheraton Pentagon City Hotel
Washington Plaza Hotel

Washington Plaza Hotel

4 out of 5
10 Thomas Circle NW Washington DC
$129 nightly
The price is $150 total per night from Apr 5 to Apr 6
$150 total
Apr 5 - Apr 6
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Washington. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (4,968 reviews)
This was an amazing experience. 10/10 everyone was lovely.

Reviewed on Mar 17, 2026

Washington Plaza Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Hotels In Washington

Washington Plaza Hotel

Washington Plaza Hotel

4 out of 5
10 Thomas Circle NW Washington DC
$129 nightly
The price is $150 total per night from Apr 5 to Apr 6
$150 total
Apr 5 - Apr 6
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Washington. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (4,968 reviews)
This was an amazing experience. 10/10 everyone was lovely.

Reviewed on Mar 17, 2026

Washington Plaza Hotel
Hamilton Hotel Washington DC

Hamilton Hotel Washington DC

4 out of 5
1001 14th St NW Washington DC
$210 nightly
The price is $239 total per night from Mar 20 to Mar 21
$239 total
Mar 20 - Mar 21
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Washington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,202 reviews)
The room was very small and looked like a motel 8 room. Outside of that, very beautiful hotel, outstanding restaurant and awesome staff

Reviewed on Mar 15, 2026

Hamilton Hotel Washington DC
Arlo Washington DC

Arlo Washington DC

4 out of 5
333 G St NW Washington DC
$223 nightly
The price is $259 total per night from Apr 5 to Apr 6
$259 total
Apr 5 - Apr 6
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Washington. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and 2 bars/lounges. Popular attractions Union Station Shopping Center and Smithsonian Institution ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,362 reviews)
Never disappoints!!

Reviewed on Mar 18, 2026

Arlo Washington DC
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Washington Hotels With Airport Transportation

Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center

Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center

4 out of 5
201 Waterfront Street Fort Washington MD
$238 nightly
The price is $281 total per night from Mar 26 to Mar 27
$281 total
Mar 26 - Mar 27
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this spa resort in National Harbor. Enjoy a full-service spa, 3 restaurants, and a marina. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
Everything was perfect

Reviewed on Mar 16, 2026

Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center
Courtyard by Marriott Washington, DC Dupont Circle

Courtyard by Marriott Washington, DC Dupont Circle

3.5 out of 5
1733 N St NW Washington DC
$152 nightly
The price is $176 total per night from Apr 5 to Apr 6
$176 total
Apr 5 - Apr 6
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this boutique hotel in Washington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
great place to stay

Reviewed on Mar 17, 2026

Courtyard by Marriott Washington, DC Dupont Circle
Malolo Bed and Breakfast

Malolo Bed and Breakfast

3.5 out of 5
5213 B Street Southeast Washington DC
Stay at this B&B in Washington. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a free area shuttle. Popular attractions Union Station Shopping Center and Smithsonian Institution ...
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Malolo Bed and Breakfast
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Low Priced Washington Hotels

Motto by Hilton Washington DC City Center

Motto by Hilton Washington DC City Center

3.5 out of 5
627 H Street NW Washington DC
$106 nightly
The price is $123 total per night from Apr 5 to Apr 6
$123 total
Apr 5 - Apr 6
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Washington. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,902 reviews)
There's a basic gym with everything you need for a short stay, and water refill stations on alternating floors. No refrigerators in the rooms, so you can't save food when restaurants give you enormous portions.

Reviewed on Mar 17, 2026

Motto by Hilton Washington DC City Center
The Baron Hotel

The Baron Hotel

3 out of 5
1523 22nd Street NW Washington DC
$131 nightly
The price is $152 total per night from Mar 22 to Mar 23
$152 total
Mar 22 - Mar 23
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Washington. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
7/10 Good! (1,002 reviews)
Good

Reviewed on Mar 13, 2026

The Baron Hotel
Windsor Inn Hotel

Windsor Inn Hotel

2 out of 5
1842 16th St Nw Washington DC
$103 nightly
The price is $120 total per night from Apr 1 to Apr 2
$120 total
Apr 1 - Apr 2
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Washington. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
6.8/10 (1,001 reviews)
Needs a place to put soap in the shower

Reviewed on Mar 17, 2026

Windsor Inn Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Family Friendly Hotels in Washington

Embassy Suites by Hilton Washington D.C. – Convention Center

Embassy Suites by Hilton Washington D.C. – Convention Center

3.5 out of 5
900 10th St NW Washington DC
$233 nightly
The price is $270 total per night from Apr 5 to Apr 6
$270 total
Apr 5 - Apr 6
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Washington. Enjoy free breakfast, a 24-hour fitness center, and WiFi (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,232 reviews)
Fantasic hotel. Lovely breakfast included, and an early evening snacks and drinks reception complementary too! Hotel room was wonderful, and the pool was lovely too although a little warm :) Thank you so much!

Reviewed on Mar 17, 2026

Embassy Suites by Hilton Washington D.C. – Convention Center
Holiday Inn Washington Capitol - Natl Mall by IHG

Holiday Inn Washington Capitol - Natl Mall by IHG

3 out of 5
550 C St SW Washington DC
$215 nightly
The price is $249 total per night from Apr 5 to Apr 6
$249 total
Apr 5 - Apr 6
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Washington. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,881 reviews)
We found other people’s items under the bed that hadn’t been vacuumed. Q-tips stuffed all around the window edges. And clean sheets on the pullout couch. The refrigerator still had a half emptied Dr Pepper drink in it. The accommodations were for a king suite with a tub and we received a queen suite ...

Reviewed on Mar 17, 2026

Holiday Inn Washington Capitol - Natl Mall by IHG
Hyatt Place Washington DC/National Mall

Hyatt Place Washington DC/National Mall

3 out of 5
400 E Street SW Washington DC
$249 nightly
The price is $289 total per night from Mar 21 to Mar 22
$289 total
Mar 21 - Mar 22
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Washington. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,649 reviews)
The heat was not working in several of the rooms on the first night. Had to use a space heater.

Reviewed on Mar 10, 2026

Hyatt Place Washington DC/National Mall
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

SAN to DCA Route Info

Origin Airport
Destination Airport
Number Of Airlines Serving
Distance
Shortest Flight Departure Time
Shortest Flight Departure Date
SAN Address & GPS
Address:
Airport Drive
San Diego CA, 92101
United States
IATA Code:
SAN
Longitude:
-117.197312
Latitude:
32.731938
Time Zone:
America/Los_Angeles
DCA Address & GPS
Address:
1 Aviation Circle
Washington DC, 20001-6000
United States
IATA Code:
DCA
Longitude:
-77.043457
Latitude:
38.853434
Time Zone:
America/New_York

Frequently asked questions

Are there non-stop flights from San Diego Airport to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)?
There aren't any direct flights between these destinations. But American Airlines, Delta Air Lines and United Airlines can get you from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to National Airport with just one stopover.
What is the shortest flight from San Diego Airport to National Airport?
The fastest you can fly from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to National Airport is 6 hours and 13 minutes. Bring something on board to keep you out of mischief, like a gripping book or some playing cards.
How many hours flight from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to National Airport?
On average, the flight time from SAN to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) takes 6 hours and 19 minutes. If you're eager to be as comfy as possible, consider upgrading your seat using air miles or cash.
What airlines have the most flights from SAN to National Airport?
You'll need to make at least one stopover if you're traveling from San Diego Airport to National Airport. Right now, there are no airlines that have nonstop flights on this route.

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