District of Columbia

$143+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to District of Columbia

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SFO — IAD
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Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to District of Columbia

Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Francisco to District of Columbia flight deals. Data was last updated julio 3, 2025.

Round-trip from

$294
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$143
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$456

Good round-trip deal

$369 or less

Good one-way deal

$213 or less
From San Francisco to District of Columbia
One-way flight from San Francisco to District of Columbia
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($34 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($8 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from San Francisco to District of Columbia.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from San Francisco to District of Columbia.

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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to District of Columbia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to District of Columbia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on julio 3, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
mar. 7/226:37 amSFO - DCA
1 stop12h 20mFrontier
lun. 7/286:00 pmDCA - SFO
1 stop9h 19mFrontier
Deal found 7/2$294
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
dom. 7/206:52 pmSFO - IAD
1 stop8h 42mFrontier
jue. 7/317:30 amIAD - SFO
1 stop10h 21mFrontier
Deal found 7/2$294
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 8/128:25 amSFO - DCA
1 stop8h 38mJetBlue
lun. 8/183:45 pmDCA - SFO
1 stop12h 13mJetBlue
Deal found 7/3$295
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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.
mié. 8/1310:29 pmSFO - IAD
1 stop12h 20mMultiple Airlines
mar. 8/197:59 pmIAD - SFO
Nonstop5h 47mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/30$295
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 8/127:20 amSFO - DCA
1 stop10h 39mAlaska Airlines
mié. 8/139:59 amDCA - SFO
1 stop9h 09mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 7/3$296
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 8/1211:10 amSFO - IAD
Nonstop5h 09mAlaska Airlines
dom. 8/178:10 amIAD - SFO
Nonstop5h 45mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 7/3$296
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 8/1311:59 pmSFO - IAD
1 stop8h 45mDelta
sáb. 8/166:15 pmIAD - SFO
1 stop8h 05mDelta
Deal found 7/1$297
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 8/1611:08 pmSFO - DCA
1 stop6h 52mAmerican Airlines
sáb. 8/231:41 pmDCA - SFO
1 stop7h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/1$298
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 8/239:55 amSFO - DCA
1 stop8h 40mSouthwest
sáb. 8/306:00 amDCA - SFO
2 stops9h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 7/3$302
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 8/146:00 amSFO - IAD
1 stop7h 25mHawaiian Airlines
sáb. 8/167:59 pmIAD - SFO
Nonstop5h 47mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 7/1$302
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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.
jue. 8/1412:30 amSFO - DCA
1 stop8h 16mUnited Airlines
mar. 8/267:00 amDCA - SFO
Nonstop5h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/3$303
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 8/125:50 amSFO - DCA
1 stop7h 43mDelta
jue. 8/147:38 pmDCA - SFO
1 stop7h 57mDelta
Deal found 7/3$307

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to District of Columbia 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 julio 3, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to District of Columbia that are best for you.

Fly from

San Francisco

Fly to

District of Columbia

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoWashington, D.C.

SFO - DCA

SFODCA

San Francisco

mar. 7/22

6:37 am-9:57 pm

1 stop12h 20m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

lun. 7/28

6:00 pm-12:19 am

1 stop9h 19m

$294

San FranciscoWashington, D.C.

SFO - IAD

SFOIAD

San Francisco

dom. 7/20

6:52 pm-6:34 am

1 stop8h 42m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

jue. 7/31

7:30 am-2:51 pm

1 stop10h 21m

$294

San FranciscoWashington, D.C.

SFO - DCA

SFODCA

San Francisco

mar. 8/12

8:25 am-8:03 pm

1 stop8h 38m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

vie. 8/15

5:45 pm-12:58 am

1 stop10h 13m

$295

San FranciscoWashington, D.C.

SFO - DCA

SFODCA

San Francisco

mar. 8/12

7:20 am-8:59 pm

1 stop10h 39m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

mié. 8/13

9:59 am-4:08 pm

1 stop9h 09m

$296

San FranciscoWashington, D.C.

SFO - IAD

SFOIAD

San Francisco

mar. 8/12

11:10 am-7:19 pm

Nonstop5h 09m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

dom. 8/17

8:10 am-10:55 am

Nonstop5h 45m

$296

San FranciscoWashington, D.C.

SFO - DCA

SFODCA

San Francisco

mié. 8/13

9:45 am-5:58 pm

Nonstop5h 13m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

lun. 8/18

6:58 pm-9:53 pm

Nonstop5h 55m

$297

San FranciscoWashington, D.C.

SFO - IAD

SFOIAD

San Francisco

mié. 8/13

11:10 am-7:19 pm

Nonstop5h 09m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

dom. 8/17

8:10 am-10:55 am

Nonstop5h 45m

$297

San FranciscoWashington, D.C.

SFO - DCA

SFODCA

San Francisco

sáb. 8/16

11:08 pm-9:00 am

1 stop6h 52m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

sáb. 8/23

1:41 pm-6:10 pm

1 stop7h 29m

$298

San FranciscoWashington, D.C.

SFO - IAD

SFOIAD

San Francisco

mar. 8/12

10:43 pm-6:50 am

Nonstop5h 07m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

vie. 8/15

7:30 am-12:15 pm

1 stop7h 45m

$299

San FranciscoWashington, D.C.

SFO - DCA

SFODCA

San Francisco

sáb. 8/23

9:55 am-9:35 pm

1 stop8h 40m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

sáb. 8/30

6:00 am-12:25 pm

2 stops9h 25m

$302

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to District of Columbia

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco to District of Columbia

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to District of Columbia?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to District of Columbia (average of $309). Flying from San Francisco to District of Columbia in July is currently the most expensive (average of $345). 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 SFO to DC?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco to District of Columbia. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated julio 3, 2025.

When flying from San Francisco to District of Columbia, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from San Francisco to District of Columbia

Explore weekly flight availability from San Francisco to District of Columbia. 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 julio 3, 2025.

The most flights from SFO to USDC are scheduled on a Thursday (44 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Friday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (16 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing District of Columbia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to District of Columbia. 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 District of Columbia. Reviews last updated julio 3, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta from San Francisco to District of Columbia to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
8.0
Very good

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San Francisco to District of Columbia?

    Most people fly from San Francisco (SFO) if they book a flight from San Francisco to District of Columbia. San Francisco is conveniently located just 11.8 mi from San Francisco’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Francisco to District of Columbia one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Frontier. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $143. Users have also found prices from $144 and $144 on Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from San Francisco to District of Columbia?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from San Francisco to District of Columbia are Egyptair (80%), Asiana Airlines (80%) and Air China (80%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Francisco to District of Columbia?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $178. While the most popular route (San Francisco - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl) can be booked for $253 on average our data indicates $1,042 when flying from San Francisco to District of Columbia.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to District of Columbia that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on San Francisco to District of Columbia flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco to District of Columbia?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San Francisco to District of Columbia.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Francisco to District of Columbia?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco to District of Columbia 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 San Francisco to District of Columbia?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to District of Columbia (average of $309). Flying from San Francisco to District of Columbia in July is currently the most expensive (average of $345). 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 San Francisco to District of Columbia

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco to District of Columbia. 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 julio 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$48Average$145FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$126Average$255FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Sun Country AirCheapest$154Average$345FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
American AirlinesCheapest$198Average$418FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$208Average$387FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$213Average$284FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$237Average$406FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$252Average$425FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SouthwestCheapest$286Average$479FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$294Average$505FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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