Cheap flights from Dulles Intl (IAD) to San Francisco Bay Area from $119

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 7/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
IAD — SFO
Jun 18 — Jun 251

How far in advance should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to San Francisco Bay Area?

Travelers have found it’s best to book a flight 23 days in advance to save up to 50% compared to booking the same week of travel. As your travel date approaches, the cost of this flight route may potentially increase. While opting to book 23 days out may not be an option for all, there are still additional ways to secure a deal in the near future. You might find a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to San Francisco Bay Area 1-2 weeks in advance for as low as $483, or $563 for flights within the next 24 hours.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to San Francisco Bay Area?

The best pricing can be found in the month of September. Prices to San Francisco Bay Area from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport average $460. You can even find prices in September for less than $460, as users have found deals to San Francisco Bay Area from as low as $209. The month of June appears to be one of the more expensive times to travel to San Francisco Bay Area from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport. Flying in the targeted month can save you up to 16%.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from IAD to XIH?

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to San Francisco Bay Area as you normally would.

Cheap Dulles Intl to San Francisco Bay Area flights in June & July 2024

Find cheap flight options from Dulles Intl to San Francisco Bay Area specifically for the months of June and July 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,214,720 searches. Prices were last updated on June 13, 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals on flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco Bay Area in 2024. Check back regularly for other flight deals.
Mon 7/297:15 amIAD - SJC
1 stop7h 38mDelta
Mon 7/2910:15 pmSJC - IAD
1 stop7h 30mDelta
Deal found 6/12$256
Mon 7/297:15 amIAD - SJC
1 stop7h 38mDelta
Mon 8/55:00 pmSJC - IAD
2 stops13h 16mDelta
Deal found 6/12$261
Thu 7/114:54 pmIAD - SJC
1 stop8h 50mDelta
Wed 7/176:14 pmSJC - IAD
1 stop8h 42mDelta
Deal found 6/12$287
Wed 7/1011:27 amIAD - OAK
2 stops14h 39mMultiple Airlines
Tue 7/162:02 pmOAK - IAD
3 stops23h 08mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12$295
Tue 7/239:40 amIAD - SJC
2 stops12h 53mDelta
Mon 8/128:15 pmSJC - IAD
2 stops11h 33mDelta
Deal found 6/12$297
Wed 6/264:16 pmIAD - SJC
1 stop9h 08mAlaska Airlines
Thu 7/46:15 amSJC - IAD
1 stop9h 21mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/12$307
Fri 7/124:16 pmIAD - SJC
1 stop9h 08mAlaska Airlines
Thu 7/186:15 amSJC - IAD
1 stop9h 21mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/12$308
Wed 7/1711:27 amIAD - SFO
1 stop14h 29mSun Country Air
Mon 7/2211:59 pmSFO - IAD
1 stop7h 38mSun Country Air
Deal found 6/12$309
Tue 7/3011:32 amIAD - OAK
2 stops25h 51mMultiple Airlines
Wed 8/78:43 amOAK - IAD
3 stops28h 27mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$312

Dulles Intl to San Francisco Bay Area 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Dulles Intl and San Francisco Bay Area in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,214,720 searches. Data last updated June 13, 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals on flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco Bay Area in 2024. Check back regularly for other flight deals.
Tue 9/106:55 amIAD - SJC
1 stop9h 24mAmerican Airlines
Sat 9/1411:53 amSJC - IAD
1 stop8h 17mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/12$198
Sat 8/246:52 amIAD - SJC
1 stop8h 31mAmerican Airlines
Wed 8/2811:31 amSJC - IAD
1 stop8h 51mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$227
Sat 8/246:30 amIAD - SJC
1 stop8h 28mUnited Airlines
Wed 8/286:50 pmSJC - IAD
1 stop7h 34mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/12$238
Wed 8/215:38 pmIAD - SJC
1 stop18h 40mAlaska Airlines
Tue 8/276:15 amSJC - IAD
1 stop7h 18mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/12$249
Tue 10/15:27 pmIAD - SFO
1 stop19h 00mAlaska Airlines
Tue 10/81:26 pmSFO - IAD
Nonstop5h 04mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/11$254
Wed 8/146:22 amIAD - SJC
1 stop9h 07mDelta
Tue 8/2012:48 pmSJC - IAD
1 stop8h 02mDelta
Deal found 6/12$256
Wed 8/149:14 amIAD - SJC
2 stops12h 21mAmerican Airlines
Mon 8/197:24 pmSJC - IAD
2 stops10h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/12$257
Wed 8/146:10 amIAD - SJC
2 stops10h 28mDelta
Tue 8/2012:48 pmSJC - IAD
1 stop8h 02mDelta
Deal found 6/12$261
Tue 10/15:27 pmIAD - SFO
1 stop19h 00mAlaska Airlines
Tue 10/812:43 pmSFO - IAD
1 stop8h 16mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/11$262

Dulles Intl to San Francisco Bay Area flights leaving soon

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Consider one of these great deals we found on last-minute flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco Bay Area. Users should examine the flight details to ensure there are no surprises.
Thu 6/207:30 amIAD - SJC
1 stop9h 25mDelta
Thu 7/41:05 pmSJC - IAD
1 stop7h 54mDelta
Deal found 6/12$337
Thu 6/206:00 amIAD - SJC
2 stops12h 09mDelta
Thu 7/41:05 pmSJC - IAD
1 stop7h 54mDelta
Deal found 6/12$342
Fri 6/216:22 amIAD - SJC
1 stop8h 51mDelta
Fri 7/56:30 amSJC - IAD
1 stop8h 47mDelta
Deal found 6/12$367
Thu 6/2012:16 pmIAD - SFO
1 stop13h 36mSun Country Air
Wed 7/2411:59 pmSFO - IAD
1 stop8h 18mSun Country Air
Deal found 6/12$370
Thu 6/2012:16 pmIAD - SFO
1 stop13h 36mSun Country Air
Mon 6/2411:59 pmSFO - IAD
1 stop7h 31mSun Country Air
Deal found 6/11$387
Sat 6/2212:40 pmIAD - SFO
1 stop13h 12mSun Country Air
Mon 7/811:59 pmSFO - IAD
1 stop7h 58mSun Country Air
Deal found 6/12$395
Tue 6/185:35 pmIAD - SJC
3 stops29h 46mMultiple Airlines
Thu 6/276:02 pmSJC - IAD
3 stops16h 02mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12$398
Tue 6/185:35 pmIAD - SJC
3 stops29h 46mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/253:32 pmSJC - IAD
3 stops16h 48mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12$399
Thu 6/2012:16 pmIAD - OAK
1 stop13h 37mMultiple Airlines
Wed 6/269:22 pmOAK - IAD
2 stops15h 12mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12$399

One-way flights to San Francisco Bay Area from Dulles Intl

Search for one-way flight options from Dulles Intl to San Francisco Bay Area. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,214,720 searches. Data last updated June 13, 2024.
Take a look at some of the best available options we've come across on one-way flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco Bay Area. For those needing a return trip from Washington, D.C., there is a search form available above.
Fri 7/124:16 pmIAD - SJC
1 stop9h 08mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/12$119
Sun 8/256:52 amIAD - SJC
1 stop8h 43mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/12$123
Tue 7/24:16 pmIAD - SJC
1 stop9h 08mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/12$124
Sun 12/812:35 pmIAD - SJC
1 stop10h 20mDelta
Deal found 6/12$128
Wed 8/76:22 amIAD - SJC
2 stops12h 05mDelta
Deal found 6/13$133
Wed 9/45:38 pmIAD - SJC
1 stop18h 40mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/11$136
Mon 7/1511:33 amIAD - OAK
1 stop8h 21mSun Country Air
Deal found 6/13$140
Mon 7/1511:33 amIAD - OAK
1 stop8h 21mSun Country Air
Deal found 6/12$143
Wed 7/1711:27 amIAD - SJC
2 stops15h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$145

Find flights from Dulles Intl to San Francisco Bay Area within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Dulles Intl to San Francisco Bay Area 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 3,214,720 searches. Data last updated June 13, 2024.

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Washington, D.C. Dulles IntlSan Jose

IAD - SJC

IADSJC

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 9/10

1 stop9h 24m

San Jose

Sat 9/14

1 stop8h 17m

$198

Washington, D.C. Dulles IntlSan Jose

IAD - SJC

IADSJC

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 8/24

1 stop8h 31m

San Jose

Wed 8/28

1 stop8h 51m

$227

Washington, D.C. Dulles IntlSan Jose

IAD - SJC

IADSJC

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 8/24

1 stop8h 28m

San Jose

Wed 8/28

1 stop7h 34m

$238

Washington, D.C. Dulles IntlSan Jose

IAD - SJC

IADSJC

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 8/21

1 stop18h 40m

San Jose

Tue 8/27

1 stop7h 18m

$249

Washington, D.C. Dulles IntlSan Francisco

IAD - SFO

IADSFO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 10/1

1 stop19h 00m

San Francisco

Tue 10/8

Nonstop5h 04m

$254

Washington, D.C. Dulles IntlSan Jose

IAD - SJC

IADSJC

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 8/14

1 stop8h 48m

San Jose

Sat 8/24

1 stop8h 02m

$256

Washington, D.C. Dulles IntlSan Jose

IAD - SJC

IADSJC

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 8/14

1 stop8h 48m

San Jose

Mon 8/19

2 stops10h 09m

$261

Washington, D.C. Dulles IntlOakland

IAD - OAK

IADOAK

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 7/10

2 stops14h 39m

Oakland

Tue 7/16

3 stops23h 08m

$295

Washington, D.C. Dulles IntlSan Francisco

IAD - SFO

IADSFO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 7/17

1 stop14h 29m

San Francisco

Mon 7/22

1 stop7h 38m

$309

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Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco Bay Area

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco Bay Area. 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 San Francisco Bay Area. Reviews last updated June 13, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Sun Country Air, American Airlines and Alaska Airlines from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco Bay Area. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very good
9,272 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew and airport staff were excellent. They accommodated my needs and were super professional and kind.

8.1
Very good
9,272 reviews
8.1
Very good
9,272 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew and airport staff were excellent. They accommodated my needs and were super professional and kind.

8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
8.1
Very good
9,272 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew and airport staff were excellent. They accommodated my needs and were super professional and kind.

7.5
Good
375 reviews
8.1
Very good
9,272 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew and airport staff were excellent. They accommodated my needs and were super professional and kind.

7.4
Good
3,529 reviews
8.1
Very good
9,272 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew and airport staff were excellent. They accommodated my needs and were super professional and kind.

7.4
Good
10,000 reviews
8.1
Very good
9,272 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew and airport staff were excellent. They accommodated my needs and were super professional and kind.

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  • Can I find flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to San Francisco Bay Area for under $200 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to San Francisco Bay Area for under $200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on American Airlines for just $198, but on average you can expect to pay $258.

  • Are there nonstop flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to San Francisco Bay Area for under $300 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to San Francisco Bay Area under $300. A good price for a nonstop flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to San Francisco Bay Area is less than $325.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to San Francisco Bay Area for under $400?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to San Francisco Bay Area within the next 7 days for less than $400.

  • What days are nonstop flights available from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to San Francisco Bay Area?

    Days when nonstop flights are available for this flight are: Sunday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday.

  • How many flights depart from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to San Francisco Bay Area on average per day?

    On average, you can expect to see 13 flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to San Francisco Bay Area a day.
    Morning (6am - Noon) - 85% of flight departures
    Evening (6pm - Midnight) - 15% of flight departures

  • How long is the flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to San Francisco Bay Area?

    Airlines like American Airlines, United Airlines, and Alaska Airlines fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to San Francisco Bay Area in about 8h 28m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 10h 12m. Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport and San Francisco Bay Area are separated by a distance of 2426 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to San Francisco Bay Area one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Alaska Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $119. American Airlines flights start at $123 while deals on Delta start at $128 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to San Francisco Bay Area?

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to San Francisco Bay Area?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to San Francisco Bay Area on time: Qantas Airways (100%), Iberia (88%), Egypt Air (87%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to San Francisco Bay Area?

    The cheapest flight price from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to San Francisco Bay Area is $197. On average you can expect to pay $1,254. The most popular route, (Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - San Francisco), can usually be booked for $264.

  • What does IAD to SFO mean?

    Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport is IAD and San Francisco Airport is SFO. These codes are created by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and airlines use them to identify the departing and arrival airports in the flight routes they service. This flight route has multiple associated airports, so we think it might be helpful to learn the name and codes of them as well. They are San Jose Airport (SJC), Oakland Airport (OAK), Santa Rosa Sonoma County Airport (STS), Napa County Airport (APC), Concord Buchanan Fld Airport (CCR).

  • Can I find deals for flights from Dulles Intl to San Francisco Bay Area that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Dulles Intl to San Francisco Bay Area flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Dulles Intl to San Francisco Bay Area with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Dulles Intl to San Francisco Bay Area flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Dulles Intl 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 Dulles Intl to San Francisco Bay Area.

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Dulles Intl 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Dulles Intl to San Francisco Bay Area that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Dulles Intl to San Francisco Bay Area offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Dulles Intl to San Francisco Bay Area?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Dulles Intl to San Francisco Bay Area flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to San Francisco Bay Area flight deals updated?

    The Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to San Francisco Bay Area flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 6/12.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to San Francisco Bay Area?

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to San Francisco Bay Area?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to San Francisco Bay Area (average of $268). Flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to San Francisco Bay Area in June is currently the most expensive (average of $384). 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 6 airlines flying from Dulles Intl to San Francisco Bay Area

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FrontierCheapest$123Average$237FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$138Average$430FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Sun Country AirCheapest$142Average$331FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$168Average$530FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$202Average$383FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$258Average$500FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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