District of Columbia

$121+ Cheap flights from San Jose, CA (SJC) to District of Columbia

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SJC — IAD
Apr 18 — Apr 251
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Jose to District of Columbia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 19, 2026.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. 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.
Sat 4/1810:55 pm
SJC
-
DCA
1 stop6h 40m
Southwest
Tue 4/217:55 am
DCA
-
SJC
1 stop8h 00m
Southwest
Deal found 3/15$271
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. 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.
Sat 4/188:55 am
SJC
-
IAD
1 stop11h 00m
Southwest
Sat 4/253:55 pm
IAD
-
SJC
1 stop7h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 3/15$276
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. 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.
Tue 4/2811:00 pm
SJC
-
DCA
1 stop9h 25m
Delta
Tue 5/52:55 pm
DCA
-
SJC
1 stop8h 42m
Delta
Deal found 3/15$291
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. 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.
Tue 4/2811:00 pm
SJC
-
IAD
1 stop7h 15m
Delta
Sat 5/23:00 pm
IAD
-
SJC
1 stop9h 45m
Delta
Deal found 3/15$291
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. 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.
Tue 4/2811:00 pm
SJC
-
DCA
1 stop9h 25m
Delta
Wed 5/612:30 pm
DCA
-
SJC
2 stops11h 07m
Delta
Deal found 3/15$296
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. 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.
Wed 5/1311:45 am
SJC
-
IAD
1 stop9h 30m
Delta
Sat 5/1611:15 am
IAD
-
SJC
2 stops13h 26m
Delta
Deal found 3/15$296
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. 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.
Sat 4/189:37 am
SJC
-
IAD
2 stops10h 55m
Delta
Tue 4/215:07 pm
IAD
-
SJC
2 stops9h 35m
Delta
Deal found 3/15$301
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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.
Sat 4/116:00 am
SJC
-
DCA
2 stops11h 45m
Southwest
Wed 4/154:50 pm
DCA
-
SJC
2 stops9h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 3/16$304
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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.
Wed 4/2910:21 am
SJC
-
DCA
1 stop7h 39m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 5/68:59 am
DCA
-
SJC
1 stop8h 09m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 3/16$311
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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.
Wed 5/62:51 pm
SJC
-
IAD
1 stop23h 50m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 5/137:37 pm
IAD
-
SJC
1 stop17h 08m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 3/16$311
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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.
Tue 5/56:43 am
SJC
-
IAD
2 stops14h 26m
Alaska Airlines
Sat 5/96:47 pm
IAD
-
SJC
1 stop17h 57m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 3/16$312
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/19. 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.
Wed 4/2212:44 pm
SJC
-
IAD
1 stop25h 57m
Alaska Airlines
Mon 4/276:47 pm
IAD
-
SJC
2 stops22h 03m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 3/19$313

Find flight deals from San Jose to District of Columbia

Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Jose to District of Columbia flight deals. Data was last updated March 19, 2026.

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$271
(Southwest)

One-way from

$121
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$448
Provider with most accurate pricing for San Jose-Washington, D.C. (WAS) flight deals.
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From San Jose to District of Columbia
One-way flight from San Jose to District of Columbia
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 19% potential increase in price ($98 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($17 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2026

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Cheapest round-trip

San JoseWashington, D.C.

SJC - IAD

SJCIAD

San Jose

Wed 4/15

1:35 pm-11:40 pm

1 stop7h 05m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 4/24

4:30 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop9h 10m

$314

San JoseWashington, D.C.

SJC - IAD

SJCIAD

San Jose

Thu 4/23

10:24 am-12:09 am

1 stop10h 45m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 4/28

7:10 am-1:50 pm

1 stop9h 40m

$324

San JoseWashington, D.C.

SJC - DCA

SJCDCA

San Jose

Thu 4/30

9:05 pm-8:55 am

2 stops8h 50m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 5/5

3:40 pm-10:15 pm

2 stops9h 35m

$324

San JoseWashington, D.C.

SJC - IAD

SJCIAD

San Jose

Thu 5/7

7:00 am-10:56 pm

2 stops12h 56m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 5/12

6:00 am-2:09 pm

2 stops11h 09m

$325

San JoseWashington, D.C.

SJC - DCA

SJCDCA

San Jose

Wed 5/13

1:13 pm-11:28 pm

1 stop7h 15m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 5/16

6:05 am-12:48 pm

2 stops9h 43m

$347

San JoseWashington, D.C.

SJC - DCA

SJCDCA

San Jose

Fri 4/17

11:00 am-8:55 pm

1 stop6h 55m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 4/24

5:35 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop8h 55m

$357

San JoseWashington, D.C.

SJC - IAD

SJCIAD

San Jose

Tue 5/26

11:00 pm-10:22 am

1 stop8h 22m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 5/29

5:31 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop8h 24m

$357

San JoseWashington, D.C.

SJC - DCA

SJCDCA

San Jose

Tue 5/26

10:55 pm-8:55 am

1 stop7h 00m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 5/29

5:35 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop8h 55m

$357

San JoseWashington, D.C.

SJC - DCA

SJCDCA

San Jose

Mon 6/1

11:00 pm-8:37 am

1 stop6h 37m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 8/14

3:05 pm-10:41 pm

2 stops10h 36m

$362

San JoseWashington, D.C.

SJC - DCA

SJCDCA

San Jose

Thu 4/30

9:05 pm-8:55 am

2 stops8h 50m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 5/4

5:35 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop8h 55m

$362

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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Jose, California to District of Columbia?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose, California to District of Columbia (average of $118). Flying from San Jose, California to District of Columbia in November is currently the most expensive (average of $236). 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 SJC to DC?

Find hourly flight availability from San Jose 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 March 19, 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from San Jose, California to District of Columbia as you normally would.

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 March 19, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest,Alaska Airlines, andDelta from San Jose to District of Columbia. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.

Related info for your journey

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

    San Jose (SJC), located 2.9 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from San Jose to District of Columbia.

  • How long is the flight from San Jose, California to District of Columbia?

    Departing from San Jose, California to District of Columbia will take you 7h 05m. The distance between San Jose, California and District of Columbia is about 2393 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Frontier, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $59. However, be on the lookout for offers from Spirit Airlines and American Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from San Jose, California to District of Columbia for a low price.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Jose 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 Jose to District of Columbia.

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Jose 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 Jose, California to District of Columbia?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose, California to District of Columbia (average of $118). Flying from San Jose, California to District of Columbia in November is currently the most expensive (average of $236). 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 7 airlines flying from San Jose to District of Columbia

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from San Jose 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 March 19, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$156Average$293FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$161Average$225FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$178Average$472FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$216Average$382FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SouthwestCheapest$256Average$425FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$256Average$388FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$271Average$584FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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