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$152+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to San Francisco (SFO)

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Oct 11 — Oct 181
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to San Francisco (SFO). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated September 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$281
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$152
(Alaska Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$396

Good round-trip deal

$387 or less

Good one-way deal

$203 or less
From Washington, D.C. (WAS) to San Francisco
One-way flight from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to San Francisco
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($33 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($8 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 11, 2025.

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Thu 10/302:00 pmDCA - SFO
2 stops37h 09mFrontier
Mon 11/310:21 pmSFO - DCA
2 stops34h 43mFrontier
Deal found 9/11$281
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Sat 10/187:15 amIAD - SFO
2 stops18h 14mFrontier
Thu 10/233:25 pmSFO - IAD
2 stops44h 52mFrontier
Deal found 9/10$282
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Mon 9/291:00 pmDCA - SFO
2 stops13h 15mFrontier
Sat 10/410:49 amSFO - DCA
1 stop22h 21mFrontier
Deal found 9/10$282
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Thu 10/96:15 amIAD - SFO
1 stop18h 08mFrontier
Mon 10/1310:17 pmSFO - IAD
2 stops42h 29mFrontier
Deal found 9/10$283
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Wed 9/171:00 pmDCA - SFO
1 stop12h 30mFrontier
Tue 9/238:00 amSFO - DCA
2 stops10h 59mFrontier
Deal found 9/10$283
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Mon 10/2710:04 amIAD - SFO
1 stop8h 56mMultiple Airlines
Fri 10/317:00 amSFO - IAD
1 stop7h 13mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/11$284
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Fri 10/176:31 pmDCA - SFO
2 stops23h 24mFrontier
Sat 10/256:44 amSFO - DCA
1 stop27h 18mFrontier
Deal found 9/10$284
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Sat 10/47:00 amIAD - SFO
1 stop17h 21mFrontier
Sun 10/511:00 pmSFO - IAD
1 stop10h 55mFrontier
Deal found 9/11$285
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Fri 10/107:00 amDCA - SFO
1 stop20h 14mFrontier
Tue 10/146:34 amSFO - DCA
1 stop26h 30mFrontier
Deal found 9/10$285
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Fri 9/1910:17 amIAD - SFO
1 stop15h 45mFrontier
Sun 9/2111:00 pmSFO - IAD
1 stop10h 55mFrontier
Deal found 9/10$286
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Fri 9/267:00 amDCA - SFO
1 stop20h 16mFrontier
Sun 9/286:29 amSFO - DCA
1 stop26h 41mFrontier
Deal found 9/11$286
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Sun 11/25:18 amIAD - SFO
1 stop10h 12mDelta
Mon 11/1012:45 amSFO - IAD
1 stop7h 22mDelta
Deal found 9/11$287

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco that are best for you.

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Washington, D.C.San Francisco

IAD - SFO

IADSFO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 12/4

5:59 pm-12:01 am

1 stop9h 02m

San Francisco

Mon 12/8

12:45 am-11:18 am

1 stop7h 33m

$287

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

DCA - SFO

DCASFO

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 10/29

6:58 pm-10:11 pm

Nonstop6h 13m

San Francisco

Mon 11/3

10:35 am-9:05 pm

1 stop7h 30m

$287

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

DCA - SFO

DCASFO

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 10/29

9:59 am-4:29 pm

1 stop9h 30m

San Francisco

Sun 11/2

9:45 am-5:58 pm

Nonstop5h 13m

$287

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

IAD - SFO

IADSFO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 11/14

6:59 pm-12:12 am

1 stop8h 13m

San Francisco

Tue 11/18

12:45 am-11:07 am

1 stop7h 22m

$287

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

DCA - SFO

DCASFO

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 12/5

6:59 pm-10:18 pm

Nonstop6h 19m

San Francisco

Mon 12/8

10:20 am-9:02 pm

1 stop7h 42m

$287

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

DCA - SFO

DCASFO

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 11/6

6:00 am-10:33 am

1 stop7h 33m

San Francisco

Tue 11/11

12:45 am-11:12 am

1 stop7h 27m

$287

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

IAD - SFO

IADSFO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 12/5

5:37 pm-11:48 pm

1 stop9h 11m

San Francisco

Sun 12/7

9:57 pm-5:30 pm

1 stop16h 33m

$296

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

IAD - SFO

IADSFO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 11/20

7:43 am-1:50 pm

1 stop9h 07m

San Francisco

Tue 12/2

7:00 am-5:30 pm

1 stop7h 30m

$296

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

DCA - SFO

DCASFO

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 10/14

8:59 am-2:01 pm

1 stop8h 02m

San Francisco

Sat 10/18

8:41 am-8:29 pm

1 stop8h 48m

$296

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

IAD - SFO

IADSFO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 10/3

5:00 pm-9:48 pm

1 stop7h 48m

San Francisco

Mon 10/6

10:57 pm-9:00 am

1 stop7h 03m

$297

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The best insider tips for Washington, D.C. to San Francisco flights

Snippets provided in this section are AI-generated based on a summarization of Cheapflights-commissioned articles. The articles are presented as-is, for general informational purposes only, and may not be up-to-date. The opinions contained in the articles are original to the author and reflect their authentic experience, which may vary significantly from the experience of others.
Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Washington, D.C. to San Francisco trip
Airlines
United Airlines

United's Economy Plus offers extra legroom, ideal for comfort on longer flights.


United's Polaris Lounges offer exclusive amenities like showers and dining for premium passengers.

Alaska Airlines

Alaska's Premium Class offers extra legroom and free cocktails, ideal for longer flights.


Alaska's Wi-Fi is a flat fee, perfect for working on longer flights.

Airports
DCA

For a stress-free departure from DCA, use the Metro for easy access and affordable travel. It's clean, efficient, and connects directly to the airport.

Read more about DCAby Emily Zemler
IAD

At IAD, the Aerotrain connects terminals, but allow extra time for long walks to gates, especially during busy afternoon hours.

Read more about IADby Ramsey Qubein
SFO

For a budget-friendly trip from SFO to downtown, take BART. It’s a 40-minute ride and the cheapest option available.

Read more about SFOby Harriet Baskas
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Harriet Baskas

Expert on United Airlines and SFO

Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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Robert Schrader

Expert on Alaska Airlines

Robert Schrader

Robert Schrader

One of the web's original travel bloggers, Robert launched his first site Leave Your Daily Hell in 2009. Since then, he's expanded into destination niche sites (one each for Japan, Thailand and Taiwan), in addition to having written for the inflight magazines of Singapore Airlines and Korean Air. Overall, he's visited nearly 100 countries, and flies business as often as possible.

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Emily Zemler

Emily Zemler

Expert on DCA

Emily Zemler

Emily Zemler

Emily is a freelance writer and book author based in London covering entertainment and travel. Her work has appeared in Los Angeles Times, Observer, and Conde Nast Traveler She has ventured to more than 40 countries and all seven continents, always in search of a great art museum. She has written extensively about hotels, luxury travel, and aviation.

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Ramsey Qubein

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

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Best time to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San Francisco from Washington, D.C. with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on August 29, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco, you should look to book at least 74 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $357). 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 SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated September 11, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 14% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on September 7, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Washington, D.C. to San Francisco flight should consider departing on Thursday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday 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 San Francisco

Explore weekly flight availability from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco. 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 September 11, 2025.

The most flights from WAS to SFO are scheduled on a Thursday (39 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (27 on average).

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

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco?

Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

Denver (DEN) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 95% of 1-stop itineraries from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

Denver (DEN) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $284.

What’s the fastest layover option from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via Denver (DEN) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 10h 14m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Denver (DEN) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 3h 40m.

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. 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. Reviews last updated September 11, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, and United Airlines from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to San Francisco from Washington, D.C.?

    If you book a flight to San Francisco from Washington, D.C., you will be flying to San Francisco, which is the city’s only airport. San Francisco (SFO) is located 11.8 mi from the center of San Francisco. There are 32 flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco per day from 9 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco?

    Delta, Alaska Airlines, and Hawaiian Airlines can get you from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco in just under 6h 13m. Your travel time can differ by up to 3h 17m. There are 2435 mi between Washington, D.C. and San Francisco. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco round-trip from $128. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Hawaiian Airlines, from $158, and JetBlue, from $162. Frontier is currently priced 69% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $156 on Southwest. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Alaska Airlines from $157 and United Airlines from $159 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco?

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco?

    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. to San Francisco on time: Ethiopian Air (93%), Air China (91%), Egyptair (85%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco?

    The cheapest flight price from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco is $168. On average you can expect to pay $1,006. The most popular route, (Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - San Francisco), can usually be booked for $164.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco?

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Denver?

    If you're on a layover in Denver and looking for things to do, consider visiting Coors Field, 16th Street Mall, or Paramount Theatre. Coors Field, 16th Street Mall, and Paramount Theatre can be visited by traveling about 18.4 mi, 18.7 mi, and 18.6 mi respectively from Denver Intl. Travelers can rent a car at Denver Intl for an average daily rate of $53 to make sightseeing during their layover a little easier.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in Charlotte?

    If you're on a layover in Charlotte and looking for things to do, consider visiting Carowind, Mint Museum Uptown, or NASCAR Hall of Fame. Carowind, Mint Museum Uptown and NASCAR Hall of Fame are located about 8.2 mi, 5.4 mi, and 5.7 mi, respectively from Charlotte Douglas if you are interested in checking them out. Travelers in need of a car in Charlotte can rent one for about $44 per day.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for Washington, D.C. to San Francisco flights?

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco?

    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 San Francisco.

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco 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 San Francisco?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $357). 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 9 airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco. 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 September 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$120Average$280FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$134Average$228FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$158Average$397FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
JetBlueCheapest$162Average$345FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$256Average$381FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$262Average$428FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$272Average$440FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$289Average$494FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$296Average$443FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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