Washington (DCA) to San Diego (SAN) flights
Nonstop from Ronald Reagan Washington National to San Diego International: distance, flying time, which airlines fly it and how often.
Distance
3,655km
2,271 mi, great circle
Flying time
5h 01m
typical, gate to gate
Flights a day
1.3
average, November 2026
Airlines
1
passenger airlines
Airlines flying DCA to SAN
Route map
The shortest path over the Earth's surface. Actual tracks vary with winds and airspace. Map © OpenStreetMap contributors.
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- San Diego International (SAN) · we don't have SAN's route list yet
- All nonstop routes from Washington (DCA)
- DCA to SAN on the flight-path tool
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Washington to San Diego?
About 5h 01m gate to gate for the 3,655 km (2,271 mile) trip, estimated from distance. Schedules vary by airline and season, and winds can add or save time.
Which airlines fly nonstop from DCA to SAN?
Alaska Airlines, with about 1.3 flights a day between them in our data (AeroDataBox, November 2026).