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$63+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to San Francisco (SFO)

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The best prices from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco are usually found in September or October, booked 56 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Wednesday

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

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This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/23. 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.
Wed 10/301:00 pmDCA - SFO
1 stop14h 09mFrontier
Mon 12/29:09 pmSFO - DCA
1 stop11h 52mFrontier
Deal found 10/23$247
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/23. 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.
Fri 12/612:14 pmIAD - SFO
1 stop12h 51mFrontier
Tue 12/1011:59 pmSFO - IAD
1 stop10h 59mFrontier
Deal found 10/23$248
This Kissandfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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 Kissandfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/147:00 amIAD - SFO
2 stops16h 03mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/209:29 pmSFO - IAD
1 stop7h 23mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/22$249
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/23. 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.
Thu 11/146:16 amIAD - SFO
1 stop19h 36mAmerican Airlines
Mon 11/186:00 amSFO - IAD
1 stop13h 52mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/23$255
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/23. 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.
Mon 12/95:09 pmDCA - SFO
Nonstop6h 20mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/116:55 amSFO - DCA
1 stop7h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/23$260
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/1711:33 amIAD - SFO
1 stop8h 52mSun Country Air
Wed 11/205:40 pmSFO - IAD
1 stop14h 12mSun Country Air
Deal found 10/22$270
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/24. 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.
Thu 11/149:45 amDCA - SFO
1 stop10h 20mJetBlue
Sat 11/168:00 amSFO - DCA
1 stop9h 59mJetBlue
Deal found 10/24$274
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/23. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/207:00 amBWI - SFO
1 stop10h 12mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/2711:59 pmSFO - BWI
1 stop8h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/23$279
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/23. 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.
Fri 12/1312:56 pmBWI - SFO
1 stop9h 54mFrontier
Wed 12/1811:47 pmSFO - BWI
1 stop8h 37mFrontier
Deal found 10/23$280
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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.
Tue 11/129:38 amBWI - SFO
1 stop11h 08mAmerican Airlines
Tue 11/198:25 amSFO - BWI
1 stop11h 49mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/22$282
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/23. 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.
Wed 11/138:40 amBWI - SFO
Nonstop6h 13mUnited Airlines
Sun 11/179:10 amSFO - BWI
Nonstop5h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/23$289
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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 11/125:25 pmBWI - SFO
1 stop8h 46mDelta
Mon 11/1812:40 amSFO - BWI
1 stop7h 05mDelta
Deal found 10/22$292

Find flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco within your budget

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Washington, D.C. Reagan-NationalSan Francisco

DCA - SFO

DCASFO

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 11/12

1 stop8h 49m

San Francisco

Sat 11/16

1 stop7h 59m

$125

Washington, D.C. Dulles IntlSan Francisco

IAD - SFO

IADSFO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 12/7

1 stop14h 20m

San Francisco

Mon 12/9

1 stop9h 18m

$148

Washington, D.C. Dulles IntlSan Francisco

IAD - SFO

IADSFO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 11/10

1 stop8h 24m

San Francisco

Wed 11/13

1 stop7h 23m

$212

Washington, D.C. Reagan-NationalSan Francisco

DCA - SFO

DCASFO

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 2/15

1 stop7h 59m

San Francisco

Sat 2/22

1 stop7h 22m

$250

Washington, D.C. Dulles IntlSan Francisco

IAD - SFO

IADSFO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 11/14

1 stop19h 36m

San Francisco

Mon 11/18

1 stop13h 52m

$255

Washington, D.C. Reagan-NationalSan Francisco

DCA - SFO

DCASFO

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 11/13

1 stop10h 20m

San Francisco

Wed 11/13

1 stop9h 14m

$268

Washington, D.C. Dulles IntlSan Francisco

IAD - SFO

IADSFO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 11/17

1 stop8h 52m

San Francisco

Wed 11/20

1 stop14h 12m

$270

Baltimore/WashingtonSan Francisco

BWI - SFO

BWISFO

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 11/12

1 stop11h 08m

San Francisco

Tue 11/19

1 stop11h 49m

$282

Baltimore/WashingtonSan Francisco

BWI - SFO

BWISFO

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 11/13

Nonstop6h 13m

San Francisco

Sun 11/17

Nonstop5h 12m

$289

Baltimore/WashingtonSan Francisco

BWI - SFO

BWISFO

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 11/12

1 stop8h 46m

San Francisco

Sat 11/16

1 stop9h 40m

$292

Baltimore/WashingtonSan Francisco

BWI - SFO

BWISFO

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 12/12

1 stop12h 16m

San Francisco

Mon 12/16

2 stops15h 58m

$305

Baltimore/WashingtonSan Francisco

BWI - SFO

BWISFO

Baltimore/Washington

Fri 12/6

2 stops9h 10m

San Francisco

Mon 12/9

1 stop7h 35m

$313

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco in October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*Cancellation Policy
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyNo Information
GotogatePrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Washington, D.C.-San Francisco flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Washington, D.C.-San Francisco flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Washington, D.C.-San Francisco flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Washington, D.C.-San Francisco flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Washington, D.C.-San Francisco flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Travel insights for flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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 October 18, 2024.

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 56 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 $382). 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 October 24, 2024.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 7% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

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 October 20, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Washington, D.C. to San Francisco flight should consider departing on Saturday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in San Francisco by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco ranges from 0.0 - 4.4 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Francisco when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Francisco by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

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 October 24, 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with Frontier, JetBlue and Delta from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco have to say. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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5,150 reviews

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8.1

Crew

8.7

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8.1

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8.3

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7.7

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No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

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5,150 reviews

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8.1

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8.7

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8.1

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8.3

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7.2

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7.7

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No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

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Very good
9,410 reviews
8.1
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5,150 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

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8.3

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7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

8.0
Very good
8,875 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,150 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

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8.3

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7.2

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7.7

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No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

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Good
3,544 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,150 reviews

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8.1

Crew

8.7

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8.1

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8.3

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

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1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

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Good
9,275 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,150 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

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 21 flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco per day from 9 different airlines.

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

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco for under $200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Frontier for just $125, but on average you can expect to pay $273.

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

    Cheapflights has at least 6 direct flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco under $300. A good price for a nonstop flight from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco is less than $390.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco for under $300?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco within the next 7 days for less than $300.

  • What days are nonstop flights available from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco?

    Nonstop flights are available for this route on the following days: Sunday, Saturday.

  • How popular is this Washington, D.C. to San Francisco flight route?

  • How many flights depart from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco on average per day?

    Travelers can expect 2 flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco on average per day.
    Evening (6pm - Midnight) - 100% of flight departures

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

    Frontier, American Airlines, and JetBlue can get you from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco in just under 8h 49m. Your travel time can differ by up to 10h 47m. There are 2464 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 $125. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are American Airlines, from $255, and JetBlue, from $268. Frontier is currently priced 72% 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 $63 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include JetBlue from $119 and American Airlines from $133 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: ANA (100%), United Airlines (95%), Virgin Australia (94%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco is $273. On average you can expect to pay $1,066. The most popular route, (Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - San Francisco), can usually be booked for $212.

  • What does BWI to SFO mean?

    Baltimore/Washington Airport is BWI 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. While you’re still figuring out your travel plans, it’s not a bad idea to learn the names and codes of other airports around these areas: Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (IAD), Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport (DCA).

  • 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 $63 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 Ovens Auditorium. Carowind, Mint Museum Uptown and Ovens Auditorium are located about 8.2 mi, 5.4 mi, and 8.5 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 $57 per day.

  • What are points of interest worth seeing during a layover in Dallas?

    The majority of Dallas visitors spend their time at American Airlines Center, Dos Equis Pavilion, and Majestic Theatre. Those on a layover in Dallas interested in visiting American Airlines Center, Dos Equis Pavilion, or Majestic Theatre can do so by traveling 15.0 mi, 18.3 mi, and 16.1 mi, respectively from Dallas/Fort Worth. Travelers can book a car rental at Dallas/Fort Worth for about $62 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

  • 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 extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Washington, D.C. to San Francisco 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 Washington, D.C. to San Francisco with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Washington, D.C. to San Francisco 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 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco 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 Washington, D.C. to San Francisco?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Washington, D.C. to San Francisco 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. to San Francisco flight deals updated?

    The Washington, D.C. to San Francisco flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 10/24.

  • 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 $382). 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

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$64Average$201FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$99Average$238FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Sun Country AirCheapest$155Average$362FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
DeltaCheapest$198Average$387FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$204Average$416FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$236Average$480FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
JetBlueCheapest$250Average$331FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$274Average$532FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$308Average$420FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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