San Francisco Bay Area

$104+ Cheap flights from Maryland to San Francisco Bay Area

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 3/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BWI — SFO
mar. 5 — mar. 121
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Cheapest flights from Maryland to San Francisco Bay Area
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Maryland to San Francisco Bay Area. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on febrero 3, 2026.

This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 3/44:30 pm
IAD
-
OAK
1 stop8h 15m
Southwest
mié. 3/116:10 am
OAK
-
IAD
1 stop6h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 2/2$237
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 2/285:05 am
IAD
-
SJC
1 stop8h 05m
Southwest
mié. 3/412:10 pm
SJC
-
IAD
1 stop6h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 1/31$251
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 3/46:00 am
IAD
-
SJC
1 stop10h 17m
American Airlines
mié. 3/116:00 am
SJC
-
IAD
1 stop7h 50m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/1$254
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.
mié. 3/48:59 am
DCA
-
SJC
1 stop11h 34m
Alaska Airlines
mié. 3/1110:16 am
SJC
-
DCA
1 stop8h 43m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 2/1$254
This Expedia 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 4/167:00 am
DCA
-
SFO
1 stop20h 22m
Frontier
dom. 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.
jue. 2/1211:44 am
IAD
-
SFO
1 stop12h 55m
Frontier
sáb. 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.
lun. 3/26:00 pm
DCA
-
SFO
1 stop9h 28m
Frontier
mar. 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.
mié. 3/410:10 pm
IAD
-
SFO
Nonstop6h 18m
United Airlines
mié. 3/184:55 pm
SFO
-
IAD
Nonstop5h 08m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/2$257
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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. 2/242:17 pm
IAD
-
SJC
1 stop9h 36m
Delta
sáb. 2/2811:45 am
SJC
-
IAD
1 stop8h 25m
Delta
Deal found 2/3$257
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 3/113:30 pm
DCA
-
SJC
1 stop10h 29m
United Airlines
mié. 3/1810:55 pm
SJC
-
DCA
1 stop7h 59m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/1$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.
mar. 3/35:50 pm
DCA
-
SFO
Nonstop6h 29m
United Airlines
mié. 3/41:33 pm
SFO
-
DCA
Nonstop5h 06m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/2$257
This Alaska Airlines 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 2/236:27 pm
IAD
-
OAK
1 stop17h 47m
Alaska Airlines
mié. 2/256:15 am
OAK
-
IAD
1 stop8h 05m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 2/1$257

Find flight deals from Maryland to San Francisco Bay Area

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Maryland to San Francisco Bay Area flight deals. Data was last updated febrero 3, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$237
(Southwest)

One-way from

$104
(Kiwi.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 Maryland to San Francisco Bay Area
One-way flight from Maryland to San Francisco Bay Area
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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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Maryland to San Francisco Bay Area that are best for you.

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Washington, D.C.San Francisco

IAD - SFO

IADSFO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

mar. 4/28

3:00 pm-10:49 pm

1 stop10h 49m

San Francisco

mié. 5/6

2:00 pm-12:42 am

1 stop7h 42m

$257

Washington, D.C.San Jose

IAD - SJC

IADSJC

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

sáb. 5/9

6:00 am-12:00 pm

1 stop9h 00m

San Jose

mié. 5/13

6:19 pm-5:28 am

1 stop8h 09m

$257

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

IAD - SFO

IADSFO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

mié. 3/18

12:47 pm-7:10 pm

1 stop9h 23m

San Francisco

mié. 3/25

5:50 am-4:52 pm

1 stop8h 02m

$257

Washington, D.C.San Jose

DCA - SJC

DCASJC

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

sáb. 5/9

6:00 am-12:00 pm

1 stop9h 00m

San Jose

mar. 5/12

12:56 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop8h 02m

$257

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

IAD - SFO

IADSFO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

sáb. 2/21

6:00 am-10:59 am

1 stop7h 59m

San Francisco

mar. 2/24

6:05 am-6:37 pm

1 stop9h 32m

$257

Washington, D.C.San Jose

IAD - SJC

IADSJC

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

mié. 3/11

6:01 am-12:08 pm

1 stop9h 07m

San Jose

mar. 3/17

10:50 pm-9:10 am

1 stop7h 20m

$257

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

DCA - SFO

DCASFO

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

mar. 3/31

4:40 pm-11:57 pm

1 stop10h 17m

San Francisco

mar. 4/7

10:40 pm-8:43 am

1 stop7h 03m

$257

Washington, D.C.San Jose

IAD - SJC

IADSJC

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

sáb. 5/9

8:05 am-3:28 pm

2 stops10h 23m

San Jose

mié. 5/13

10:00 pm-9:16 am

1 stop8h 16m

$262

Washington, D.C.San Jose

IAD - SJC

IADSJC

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

mar. 2/24

6:00 am-2:56 pm

2 stops11h 56m

San Jose

mar. 3/10

10:50 pm-11:52 am

1 stop10h 02m

$262

Washington, D.C.San Jose

DCA - SJC

DCASJC

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

sáb. 5/9

6:00 am-2:11 pm

2 stops11h 11m

San Jose

mar. 5/12

1:13 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop7h 17m

$262

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Best time to book a flight from Maryland to San Francisco Bay Area

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Maryland to San Francisco Bay Area

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Maryland to San Francisco Bay Area?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Maryland to San Francisco Bay Area (average of $102). Flying from Maryland to San Francisco Bay Area in September is currently the most expensive (average of $289). 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 MD to XIH?

Find hourly flight availability from Maryland to San Francisco Bay Area. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated febrero 3, 2026.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Maryland to San Francisco Bay Area at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 49% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

Weekly flight availability from Maryland to San Francisco Bay Area

Explore weekly flight availability from Maryland to San Francisco Bay Area. 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 febrero 3, 2026.

The most flights from USMD to zzXIH are scheduled on a Friday (9 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Maryland to San Francisco Bay Area. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • How popular is this Maryland to San Francisco Bay Area flight route?

  • How long is the flight from Maryland to San Francisco Bay Area?

    Airlines like Delta, United Airlines, and Southwest fly from Maryland to San Francisco Bay Area in about 5h 40m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 5h 09m. The distance between Maryland and San Francisco Bay Area is about 2431 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Maryland to San Francisco Bay Area one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $81 on Spirit Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Frontier from $92 and American Airlines from $98 one-way.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Maryland to San Francisco Bay Area that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Maryland to San Francisco Bay Area flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Maryland to San Francisco Bay Area?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Maryland to San Francisco Bay Area?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Maryland to San Francisco Bay Area 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 Maryland to San Francisco Bay Area?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Maryland to San Francisco Bay Area (average of $102). Flying from Maryland to San Francisco Bay Area in September is currently the most expensive (average of $289). 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 8 airlines flying from Maryland to San Francisco Bay Area

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Maryland to San Francisco Bay Area. 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 febrero 3, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$102Average$253FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$105Average$281FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Sun Country AirCheapest$142Average$335FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
DeltaCheapest$253Average$417FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$287Average$541FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$299Average$488FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$308Average$600FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$316Average$521FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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