Big Sur

$136+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Big Sur, CA

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 2/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
WAS — SFO
Mar 5 — Mar 121
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Cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Big Sur
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Washington, D.C. to Big Sur. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 3, 2026.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/166:00 pm
DCA
-
SFO
1 stop9h 22m
Frontier
Sun 4/196:00 am
SFO
-
DCA
1 stop28h 00m
Frontier
Deal found 2/1$255
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/1211:44 am
IAD
-
SFO
1 stop12h 55m
Frontier
Sat 2/2111:00 pm
SFO
-
IAD
1 stop8h 15m
Frontier
Deal found 2/1$256
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/26:00 pm
DCA
-
SFO
1 stop9h 28m
Frontier
Tue 3/176:00 am
SFO
-
DCA
1 stop12h 59m
Frontier
Deal found 2/2$256
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/42:36 pm
IAD
-
SFO
Nonstop6h 14m
United Airlines
Wed 3/1811:20 pm
SFO
-
IAD
Nonstop5h 11m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/2$257
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/35:50 pm
DCA
-
SFO
Nonstop6h 29m
United Airlines
Wed 3/41:33 pm
SFO
-
DCA
Nonstop5h 06m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/2$257
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/2110:29 am
IAD
-
SFO
1 stop14h 26m
Frontier
Wed 2/257:20 am
SFO
-
IAD
2 stops23h 05m
Frontier
Deal found 2/2$258
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/172:00 pm
DCA
-
SFO
1 stop11h 01m
Frontier
Wed 3/47:15 pm
SFO
-
DCA
2 stops15h 00m
Frontier
Deal found 2/1$258
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/239:51 am
IAD
-
SFO
1 stop10h 03m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 4/287:15 am
SFO
-
IAD
1 stop7h 26m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/31$259
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/52:00 pm
DCA
-
SFO
1 stop13h 28m
Frontier
Tue 3/106:00 am
SFO
-
DCA
1 stop12h 59m
Frontier
Deal found 2/2$259
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/1411:37 am
IAD
-
SFO
1 stop13h 18m
Frontier
Wed 2/2510:58 pm
SFO
-
IAD
1 stop8h 35m
Frontier
Deal found 2/1$260
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/216:00 pm
DCA
-
SFO
1 stop9h 28m
Frontier
Wed 2/257:20 am
SFO
-
DCA
1 stop8h 39m
Frontier
Deal found 2/1$260
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/2311:41 am
IAD
-
SFO
1 stop12h 58m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 2/2710:28 am
SFO
-
IAD
2 stops20h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2$261

Find flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Big Sur

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Washington, D.C. to Big Sur flight deals. Data was last updated February 3, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$255
(Expedia)

One-way from

$136
(Trip.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$386
Provider with most accurate pricing for Washington, D.C. (WAS)-San Francisco flight deals.
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From Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Big Sur
One-way flight from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Big Sur
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($32 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($5 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2026

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Washington, D.C. to Big Sur that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated February 3, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Washington, D.C. to Big Sur that are best for you.

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Washington, D.C.

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Big Sur

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

IAD - SFO

IADSFO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 4/28

3:00 pm-10:49 pm

1 stop10h 49m

San Francisco

Wed 5/6

2:00 pm-12:42 am

1 stop7h 42m

$257

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

DCA - SFO

DCASFO

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 3/3

5:50 pm-9:19 pm

Nonstop6h 29m

San Francisco

Wed 3/4

1:33 pm-9:39 pm

Nonstop5h 06m

$257

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

IAD - SFO

IADSFO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 3/18

12:47 pm-7:10 pm

1 stop9h 23m

San Francisco

Wed 3/25

5:50 am-4:52 pm

1 stop8h 02m

$257

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

IAD - SFO

IADSFO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 3/25

7:00 am-2:05 pm

1 stop10h 05m

San Francisco

Wed 4/1

5:50 am-4:52 pm

1 stop8h 02m

$257

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

DCA - SFO

DCASFO

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 4/22

12:30 pm-7:03 pm

1 stop9h 33m

San Francisco

Wed 4/22

11:59 pm-11:04 am

1 stop8h 05m

$257

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

DCA - SFO

DCASFO

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 4/7

5:30 pm-12:56 am

1 stop10h 26m

San Francisco

Sun 4/12

10:00 pm-9:49 am

1 stop8h 49m

$261

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

DCA - SFO

DCASFO

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 3/5

6:00 am-12:57 pm

1 stop9h 57m

San Francisco

Tue 3/17

8:44 pm-8:01 am

1 stop8h 17m

$261

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

IAD - SFO

IADSFO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 2/28

7:00 am-1:48 pm

1 stop9h 48m

San Francisco

Fri 3/6

2:05 pm-12:21 am

1 stop7h 16m

$265

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

IAD - SFO

IADSFO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 4/16

12:42 pm-8:24 pm

1 stop10h 42m

San Francisco

Wed 4/22

2:00 pm-12:42 am

1 stop7h 42m

$267

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

IAD - SFO

IADSFO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 4/15

6:37 pm-11:54 pm

1 stop8h 17m

San Francisco

Fri 4/17

10:35 pm-9:50 am

1 stop8h 15m

$267

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Best time to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Big Sur

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Washington, D.C. to Big Sur

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. to Big Sur. Price data was last updated on January 30, 2026.

Booking 62 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Washington, D.C. to Big Sur. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Big Sur?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Big Sur (average of $125). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Big Sur in November is currently the most expensive (average of $199). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from WAS to B1G?

Find hourly flight availability from Washington, D.C. to Big Sur. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 3, 2026.

When flying from Washington, D.C. to Big Sur, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 28% versus a flight in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Washington, D.C. to Big Sur?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. to Big Sur. Price data was last updated on January 31, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Washington, D.C. to Big Sur flight should consider departing on Saturday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Washington, D.C. to Big Sur

Explore weekly flight availability from Washington, D.C. to Big Sur. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated February 3, 2026.

The most flights from WAS to B1G are scheduled on a Monday (37 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (20 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. to Big Sur?

Reviews of airlines servicing Big Sur

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Big Sur. 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 Big Sur. Reviews last updated February 3, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Washington, D.C. to Big Sur, such as Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, and United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from Washington, D.C. to Big Sur?

    Departing from Washington, D.C. to Big Sur will take you 6h 29m. Airlines will cover a distance of 2435 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Washington, D.C. to Big Sur one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Washington, D.C. to Big Sur are Frontier ($68), Southwest ($92), and Hawaiian Airlines ($118).

  • What are the most popular routes from Washington, D.C. to Big Sur?

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Washington, D.C. to Big Sur?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Washington, D.C. to Big Sur consider choosing Egyptair (82%), Air China (77%) or Air New Zealand (77%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Big Sur?

    On average you can expect to pay $1,508 for a flight from Washington, D.C. to Big Sur. The cheapest flight overall is $148 while the most popular route, (Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - San Francisco) is currently priced at $175.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to Big Sur that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Big Sur?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Washington, D.C. to Big Sur?

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Big Sur (average of $125). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Big Sur in November is currently the most expensive (average of $199). 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 10 airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Big Sur

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Washington, D.C. to Big Sur. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated February 3, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$75Average$276FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$138Average$391FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$138Average$392FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
JetBlueCheapest$141Average$327FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Sun Country AirCheapest$142Average$335FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$161Average$265FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$184Average$533FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$198Average$513FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$224Average$411FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SouthwestCheapest$226Average$420FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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